Sindhu Malla

Urgen Dong was born in Kavreplanchawk, Nepal. He comes from a humble family background, with his father working as a tempo driver and his mother as a daily wage worker. From a young age, Urgen was passionate about music and worked various jobs to support his family and pursue his musical dreams. Career Highlights Debut Song: "Maya Marya Chaina" Popular Songs: "Tadha Bhaya Pani," "Lajalu Mayaalu," "Hamro Yo Maya," "Maya Tito Mitho" Awards: National Box Office Music Video Awards Collaborations Dui Din Ko Maya: Featuring Bijay Dong and Sapna Tamang Tamang Dai: Featuring Bijay Dong, Shrijana Tamang, and Sundar Dhital Saiyaa: Featuring Annu Chaudhary and Bijay Dong Musical Style Urgen Dong's music blends traditional Nepali sounds with contemporary elements, creating a unique and captivating style. His powerful voice and emotive performances have made him a beloved figure in the Nepali music industry.

Gaurav Darpan is a talented Nepali singer, composer, lyricist, and music producer born on December 12 in Pathari Shanishchare, Morang, Nepal. Active in the music industry since 2011, he has made a significant mark with his distinct blend of folk-pop and contemporary Nepali music. His debut album Paila introduced him to the industry, and since then, he has captivated audiences with popular songs like "Purbai Ramailo," "Jamuna Pataima," "TT Dai(Dhilo Aayo Kada Aayo)," "Timro Yaad," and Pashina Ko Kamai." Gaurav's artistic approach combines traditional melodies with modern arrangements, appealing to both young and older generations. As the founder and managing director of Tune & Tone Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., he has also played a vital role in promoting independent music in Nepal. He is actively involved as a composer and coordinator at Sur Sangam Recording Studio and has served as a Pre- judge and mentor on the music reality show Nepal Idol, Nepal Star And Mero Voice Universe S2. Gaurav is widely respected for his humble nature and dedication to authentic Nepali sounds. His work continues to influence the evolving Nepali music scene, and his legacy lies in both his soulful creations and his efforts to nurture new talent.

Kranti Ale is a Nepali singer and the lead vocalist of the band Dr Pilot, which was formed in 1996. Initially, the band performed cover songs before transitioning to original music, recording their first songs at Music Nepal in 1998. Ale gained widespread recognition with the release of "Sarkari Jagira" in 2004, recorded at Opus. His band won Best Vocal Performance by a Group or Duo at the 7th Annual Image Award Show on May 28.

Lochan Rijal is a multi-instrumentalist, a singer, songwriter and a scholar of ethnomusicology. Born in the Panchthar district of Nepal, he grew up around music performed at festivals by the local people of that region. The experience influenced him to explore the potential of sound and develop his passion into his profession. While in college, he began teaching music to school children in Kathmandu while also working in the pop and rock music scene, producing award-winning albums, before moving onto something that fed his scholarly ambitions. In 2014, he graduated with a PhD in ethnomusicology from the University of Massachusetts and Kathmandu University. He also works as the associate professor and Head of Kathmandu University’s Department of Music.