Buddhi Krishna Lamichhane

Dibya Khaling (March 28, 1952 (15 Jestha 2009 BS)) is a famous Nepali musician, composer and lyricist. Dibya Khaaling has rendered music for about 1000 songs, including the famous “Mero geet sabai timi laai..” sung by Arun Thapa , Ma Ta Laligurans Bhayechhu, Hey Bir Hinda Aghi Sari, Preyasika Yaadharu, Mayako Aadharma, and Bipana Babhaye Bachidine, and music for plays and films (Nepali film Didi by Pratap Subba). Khaling moved to Nepal from Darjeeling in the 1960s and worked with Radio Nepal. He composed music for singers like Narayan Gopal, Arun Thapa, Gyanu Rana, Mira Rana etc. A book “Dibya Sangeetkaar, Dibya Khaaling” has been written by his friends and family members, such as poet Madhav Prasad Ghimire and musicians Kiran Pradhan and Bulu Mukarung in his memory. He was married to Grace Khaaling. He is survived by three sons (Prajaya, Pradesh, Pratibimba), one daughter (Pratigya), two granddaughters (Divyanah Grace and Aanyata Parisa) and two grandsons (Noah and Deedan Daniel). Dibya was suffering from heart problems and died on 25 June 2006.

Melina Manandhar is a prominent Nepalese actress, producer, and model. Born on January 23, 1975, in Kathmandu, Nepal, she has been active in the entertainment industry since 1993. She has appeared in over 60 films and television dramas in both Nepali and Newar languages. Some of her notable works include the classic Nepali film Prem Pinda (1995) and the Newari film Balamaiju, for which she won the National Film Award in 2010. In addition to acting, she has produced films like Jwalamukhi and a television show titled Karuna. Melina is married to actor Mukesh Dhakal, and they have a daughter named Melishka Dhakal. Currently, she resides in the United States with her family

Bashana Timilsina is a Nepali actress who began her artistic journey through fashion and commercial modeling before transitioning into theatre and screen acting. Known for her expressive presence, grounded performances, and natural emotional range, she has steadily built her identity across stage and digital media. She is currently seen as an emerging actress in the film Kamala Miss, marking her move into mainstream Nepali cinema.

Ganga Bardan is a legendary Nepali folk singer, lyricist, and composer known for his expressive vocal depth and poetic writing that shaped the golden era of Nepali lok‑geet. His classic song “Kaha Ma Katyo”—first recorded at Radio Nepal in 1978 (2035 BS)—remains one of the most iconic folk recordings in Nepal’s musical history.He is also celebrated for evergreen hits such as “Chapanile Chan Chan,” “Bazarai Bharau Dharanai,” “Arunai Taryo Ni,” and “Mero Mayalu Tyo.”Bardan’s soulful lyrics, subtle tone, and authentic storytelling preserve the emotional landscape of rural Nepali life, making him one of the most respected voices in Nepali folk heritage.