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Madan Dipbim was a respected Nepali music composer, arranger, and singer, known for shaping the sound of modern Nepali music through his melodic, emotionally rich compositions. Born in Ilam, he built a long career creating songs that became staples of Nepali radio and cassette‑era music. He worked with Radio Nepal for several years, where many of his most popular works were recorded and broadcast nationwide.Across his career, Dipbim composed dozens of beloved songs, including “Surilo Rukh Sallai Ho,” “Timrai Yadma Kalpi Kalpi,” “Jhaskera Dukhchha Yo Mutu Mero,” and “Ke Bhul Bhayo Priya.” These songs remain widely recognized for their lyrical simplicity and heartfelt musical phrasing.In his later years, he lived in the United States with his daughter Mamata Dipbim, herself a singer, while continuing to remain connected to Nepali music and audiences abroad.Madan Dipbim passed away on April 22, 2019, in the United States due to a heart attack. His death was widely mourned as the loss of a gentle, influential, and melodically gifted figure in Nepali music.

Vishal Poudel is a singer, musician, sound producer, arranger, and songwriter who has been active in the Nepali music industry for nearly 20 years. His career spans studio production, live performance, composition, and genre‑blending experimentation. He is the founder of the progressive‑rock and social‑issue–focused band Kalpavriksha, formed four years ago, where he serves as vocalist, instrumentalist, composer, and arranger. Musical Identity & StylePoudel’s musical foundation comes from intense self‑training—he recalls practicing guitar up to 16 hours a day, learning by ear from bands like Iron Maiden, whose influence shaped his vocal tone and performance energy. His personal affinity for jazz and his band’s focus on progressive rock give his work a hybrid, modern sound. Career HighlightsFounder of Kalpavriksha, a band dedicated to music about social justice, political issues, mental health, spiritualism, and transgender rights.Released the band’s debut track “Lyang Bho”, a progressive‑rock piece addressing corruption and youth frustration in Nepal.Preparing the next release, “Kalpavriksha”, a storytelling music video centered on transgender experiences in Nepal.Has worked for nearly two decades as a music arranger, sound producer, and instrumentalist, collaborating with major Nepali vocalists including Nabin K. Bhattarai and Hemanta Rana.

Kobid Bazra is a Nepali singer‑songwriter and music producer known for leading Bajra Creation Records, the studio founded by his father, composer Biju Bajra. Active across composition, arrangement, vocal performance, and modern studio production, he has worked on popular tracks such as Timro Yaad, Aaudai Jadai, Mann Bhari, Sanjha Ko Jun, and several collaborations with emerging independent artists. His production style blends clean contemporary pop with the melodic sensibility of his family’s musical legacy, making him a sought‑after arranger for both commercial and indie projects. With his dual identity as a vocalist and producer, Kobid Bazra represents a new generation of Nepali music creators shaping the sound of modern Nepali pop while carrying forward a respected studio tradition.

Surendra Shrestha is a Nepali music composer, arranger, and singer known for creating original modern, festive, and devotional songs. Working from Sur Melody Recording Studio, Chhetrapati, he writes, composes, and arranges his own music, giving his work a distinct melodic and emotional signature. His releases—ranging from romantic to spiritual—feature clean arrangements, balanced instrumentation, and expressive vocals that reflect his identity as a self‑sufficient contemporary artist.