Utpal Kandel

Purshottam Gaire is a Nepali singer, composer, and lyricist known for his contributions to modern and folk Nepali music. He has gained popularity through heartfelt compositions and vibrant music videos that often celebrate cultural identity and emotional storytelling. His songs like Baini Ko Ka Paro, Gudai Jane Rel, and Nachyo Majura showcase his versatility and collaboration with artists such as Simran Pariyar, Devi Gharti, and Aakash Nepali.

Dibya Subba has spent five years in the Nepali music industry, releasing two albums, Pratha and Pariwartan. While he initially collaborated with arrangers, he always dreamed of working with a band. That dream has now come true with The BlueAcidz, a group he admired for years. His third album, DibyaSubba N' The BlueAcidz, marks a fresh chapter in his journey. With nine experimental tracks, the album explores themes beyond love and tragedy—delving into nature, mountains, and the spirit of Nepal. The creative process was organic, built in jam sessions where band members crafted melodies and lyrics together. Reflecting on his growth, Dibya embraces change and evolution, both in life and music. Grateful for his fans’ unwavering support, he remains committed to creating pure, meaningful, and ever-evolving music.

A Name who has over the years established himself as a genuine contender for the ‘best thing to happen’ to Nepali Sangeet in recent times is Alok Shree. One such name who has over the years established himself as a genuine contender for the ‘best thing to happen’ to Nepali Sugam Sangeet in recent times is a musician of immense reputation, Alok Shree. So, it did not come as a surprise when he was deservedly awarded by 'Narayan Gopal Smriti Prathisthan' with the prestigious 'Naryan Gopal Smriti Samman award' for his contributions. Alok Shree, who has launched over a dozen successful singers is also credited for rejuvenating the once sagging careers of singers with the likes of Ramkrishna Dhakal and Yam Baral topping the list. His musical prowess, however, has not been limited within the confines of Nepal for he in the past has been instrumental in bringing the legendary Indian ghazal singer Jagjit Singh into the forefront of Nepali music, not to mention Udit Narayan Jha often singing to his tunes.

Anju Panta is a Nepali ghazals and playback singer. Having lent her voice to popular numbers like the title song of Ma Timi Bina Marihaalchhu, Bhun bhun bolyo bhamara of Saput, Dil yo mero dil in Kismat, and Sustari sustari mannma for Darr, Anju has sung for 18 films and more than 100 Nepali melodious songs both in duets and solos.