Sunita Thegim

Basanta Chhetri is recognized as a melodious vocalist, sensitive composer, and prolific music director in Nepali modern music. Active since the 1950s, he has devoted his life to musical practice and has directed music for hundreds of songs across folk, modern, and classical genres. His early works such as Premko Geet, Sapana, and Maya established his artistic identity. His compositions explore themes of love, life, society, nature, spirituality, and patriotism, enriched with deep emotional FEELING and AURA. As a mentor and inspiration to younger generations, Chhetri has played a vital role in expanding Nepali music at both national and international levels.

Master Purnaman – Singer/ComposerMaster Purnaman is recorded as having 8 songs from BS 1990 (AD 1933/1934). Although song titles and personal details are missing, he is considered one of the most productive artists of the early 1990s (BS) recording wave.

The band began its musical quest on January 2nd, 2003 playing live gigs in hotels and lounge bars. It was essentially an acoustic blues band before it kicked off as a rock outfit. Lead singer Abhaya Subba is the founder member and manager of the band, while Rinchen Palzar who now plays the lead guitar joined the band in early 2004. Nabin Lama on the guitar was discovered by Abhaya while she was judging a reality show, The Sprite band challenge and he joined the band in 2008. Birat Shrestha on the bass joined the band mid 2009 and so did Ajit Tamang as the drummer. Abhaya had always been featured in well known bands such as Parikrama, Red Skywalkers and Punchtatva but she was getting frustrated with the way most other bands underestimated her song writing skills. What she had been seeking for was a band that would let her express herself fully and have a similar vision. She formed the band in 2003 with younger musicians than her who seemed to be more accepting of her need to write songs and articulate her full potential as a musician. Their first self titled album, released in February 2005, surprised Nepal as they had never seen such a bold female singer ever. It went on to becoming a runaway success and the band managed to carve a niche amongst the youth of Nepal. With their groundbreaking second album, Nayan, hitting the Nepali charts in 2008 their songs managed to embrace a larger listenership that established the band as one of the best that Nepal has ever seen or heard. They have been nominated for several major music awards in Nepal and were awarded the honor of being the Number 1 band of Nepal by Radio Kantipur in 2009. They have performed extensively all over Nepal and are planning a US tour in the near future. They have been invited to major concerts in Hong Kong, Australia and India. Their best is yet to come. They are now in the process of recording their third album and are raring to push the benchmark and to make music a thinking, entertaining and steamy affair.

Aagantuk Kharel was born on 14th December in Shankhuwasabha, Nepal, as the youngest daughter of Krishna Prasad Kharel and Jeevan Kumari Kharel. She has one brother and four sisters. Growing up, Aagantuk was mischievous and loved singing and dancing, often participating in school programs. She completed her education in Amradas School, Kanya School, and Dharan Secondary School before moving to Kathmandu to finish her +2 at Nobel Academy and B.A. from Pashupati Campus. Aagantuk decided to pursue music after completing her S.L.C., joining Dorieme for 5 years and learning from Guru Dev Kamant, Bhanu Bhakta, and Bijay Singh Munal. In 2002, she recorded her first song "Tipera Fakyau Phul Ko Thunga," and in 2006, she released her debut album "Ban Ma Fulyo Ful," followed by her second album "Bayer Botai Ma" in 2009. She is currently working on her third album, "Aachal Ko Agaman," dedicated to her daughter Aachal. Beyond music, Aagantuk enjoys spending time with her daughter, practicing vocals, and writing songs. She loves traveling with her family and values honesty and generosity.