Anuradha Paudwal

Pankaj Udhas (born 1951) is a celebrated Indian ghazal and playback singer whose refined vocal style and emotional depth earned him a devoted following across Nepal. Beginning his musical career in the late 1970s, Udhas became admired for bringing the softness of ghazal expression into Nepali melodies through selective but unforgettable recordings. His Nepali contributions include the classic “Malai Bhulna Sajilo Cha”, the melodious “Chandi Jasto Ramro Mero Maya”, and his 2024 Nepali release “Sukha Dukha Ho Ghamchhaya”, which reintroduced his signature warmth to a new generation of listeners.Udhas’s influence also extends to Nepali cinema culture, where his ghazal sensibility resonates with emotional songs such as “Adhuro Lagyo Apuro Lagyo” from the film Sankalpa, a track that aligns with the expressive musical tradition he helped popularize. Though his Nepali discography is limited, every song he recorded or inspired remains cherished for its elegance, clarity, and timeless musical grace, securing his place as one of the most respected cross‑border voices in Nepali music.

Junu Gautam is a Nepali singer. Junu, who is a permanent resident of Jhapa,  She has  taken music education in India. Even today, She is still studying music with Bernali Basu in Siliguri. , Junu is coming to Nepal during the free time. She entered Nepali music by giving voice to two songs in the film 'Jeevan Kandaki Phool', which is based on the biography of the literary Jhamak Ghimire.

Born to a musical family, it might have been expected of Shreya Sotang to become a singer like both her parents, however, it never came to her as she was growing up in the family. It happened after she completed her plus two levels. It had just come as a thought and she shared it with her parents Uday and Manila Sotang who helped her and supported her to bring out her own album. Although she used to listen to her parents’ songs while she was growing up, she never thought she would be recording a song of her own but she did and today we have a complete family of singers. To be a part of Uday and Manila’s family and to carry the legacy is definitely a tough job. But with determination, there could be nothing impossible and although she has an influential background when it comes to music, she tries not to use it but achieve her goals on her own. Uday and Manila Sotang are one of the most popular singer duos in Nepal and after the entry of Shreya Sotang in the music scenario, they have a complete family of singers.

Shiva Shankar Manandhar (1932–2004) was a legendary figure in Nepali music and cinema, celebrated for his versatility as a singer, composer, and actor. Born in Newroad, Kathmandu, to a musically inclined Newar family, his early exposure to classical Newari songs through his father, Man Bahadur, laid the foundation for his lifelong devotion to music. He joined Radio Nepal in 1951, where he collaborated with Nati Kaji to shape the golden era of Nepali music. Over his prolific career, he composed around 1,200 songs and sang nearly 300, spanning genres like love ballads, bhajans, patriotic anthems, and tragic melodies. His compositions for artists such as Narayan Gopal, Tara Devi, and Aruna Lama remain timeless. 🎬 In cinema, Shiva Shankar played the lead role of Lahure Dai in Aama (1964), Nepal’s first feature film. Though he didn’t pursue acting further, he composed music for several early Nepali films, contributing to the industry's formative sound. 🎶 Sadabahar (Evergreen) Songs: Aama ko sapana – a heartfelt tribute to motherhood Yo Nepali shir uchali – a patriotic anthem Timro lagi ma birsine – a romantic classic His music blended folk traditions with orchestral arrangements, pioneering modern Nepali pop while preserving cultural authenticity. Shiva Shankar received numerous national honors and served as Executive Director of Ratna Recording Corporation (1987–1991). Even post-retirement, he remained a guardian of Nepal’s musical soul.