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Prakash Saput Known for his modern folk songs, most recently the hugely popular ‘Galbandi’, Prakash Saput is an artist of many talents – singer, composer, song writer, and producer. In the music field since the last one and half decades, he is most famed for his ‘Dohori Battles’, a modern rendition of the traditional ‘Dohori’ songs where one party sings and the other indulges in witty ripostes and repartees.

Kishan Gurung, affectionately known as Kris, is a Nepali folk-pop singer known for his evocative voice, heartfelt lyrics, and emotional storytelling. Though born in Punjab, India, Gurung was raised in Nepal from the age of two, where his connection to the country’s culture and music deeply shaped his artistic identity. While his early life revolved around sports and a carefree youth, it was music that ultimately defined his path. His passion for singing emerged later in life, but once discovered, it quickly became the driving force of his creative journey. After settling in Gongabu, Kathmandu, he immersed himself in the local music scene, refining his craft and finding his unique voice. Musical Style and Themes As a folk-pop artist, Gurung blends traditional Nepali melodies with contemporary pop influences. His music often explores themes of love, longing, village life, and emotional resilience, resonating with listeners across generations. His ability to capture both nostalgia and modernity makes his songs deeply relatable and enduring.

Asif Shah is a Nepali presenter, actor, and singer. Asif Shah began his career from Channel Nepal in 2002 as a VJ and producer. He has worked in Kantipur Television as well, where he produced and presented "KTV Shop", and also then in Image Channel as senior producer and presenter for the show "Image Platform" and "Music of Your Choice". After a long break from television, he joined Nepal Idol Season 2. he has directed more than 200 music videos, more than 100 television commercials.  

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.