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Gyanu Rana is a celebrated Nepali singer known for her contributions to modern and folk music. Born on October 3, 1949, in Batulechaur, Pokhara, Nepal, she grew up in a musically rich environment. Her father, Dharmaraj Thapa, was a renowned poet and folk singer, and her mother, Savitri Thapa, was a cultural promoter. Gyanu Rana's upbringing deeply influenced her musical journey. She has recorded over 2,000 songs in various languages, including Nepali, Hindi, Urdu, Bhojpuri, Maithili, and Newari. Her repertoire spans modern, classical, folk songs, bhajans, and ghazals. Some of her most iconic songs include "Siri Ma Siri Ni Kanchha" and "Manchhe Ko Maya Yaha," which she performed with the legendary Narayan Gopal. Gyanu Rana has also been a judge in national music competitions and has represented Nepal in international cultural festivals. Her career includes contributions to more than ten Nepali films as a playback singer. She retired as an Assistant Director of Music from the Royal Nepal Academy in 2006.

Manoj Chaulagain is a Nepali music arranger, composer, and producer known for his melodic sensibility and clean acoustic‑driven arrangements across modern Nepali songs. Active in studio production and independent releases, he has arranged and composed tracks such as Ma Timibina, Meri Mayalu, and Maya Yestai, collaborating with leading vocalists including Melina Rai, Kaushalraj Khadka, and Krishna Pandey. His work spans arrangement, composition, lyrics, and production.

Prabesh Kumar Shrestha is a Nepali singer-songwriter known for heartfelt lyrics and smooth indie-pop melodies. He rose to prominence with tracks like “Yaad,” “Bhanideu Na,” and “Timi Sangai,” blending emotional storytelling with modern production. Active since 2018, he writes, composes, and arranges his own music, often collaborating with producers like Nikesh Karki and Kobid Bazra. His YouTube channel has built a loyal fanbase, making him a standout voice in Nepal’s contemporary music scene.

Koili Devi Mathema (1929–2007) was a trailblazer in the Nepali music industry, celebrated as the first woman lyricist, singer, and composer. Born as Radha Basnet in Chisapani Gadhi, Makwanpur, Nepal, she was affectionately nicknamed "Koili" (meaning "cuckoo bird") for her melodious voice. Her career began at Radio Nepal after the establishment of democracy in Nepal, and she went on to record over 4,000 songs, including modern and patriotic pieces. She also composed iconic songs like "Jahi ra juhi phul mala gansi duwaile launla." Koili Devi received numerous accolades, including the Gorkha Dakshin Bahu V and Chinnalata Music Award, for her contributions to Nepali music.