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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.

Milan Newar is Nepal’s most well Known Singer. Except Nepali she has sung India’s all the major north eastern languages (Assames, Bodo, Mishing) beside Rajsthani as well. Childhood Milan Newar was born on January 25, 1986 in Nunaikhuti (Mother Mrs. Ambika Newar & Father Shree Ganesh Newar ), Goriajhar Assam, in to a Nepali Household. Inspiration & Training in Music Her exposure to music began in infancy. Her Training in music started al the age of 4 at hr bithplace and after that, at the age of 11 she moved to Guwahiti for more exposure to musical morld. Milan’s musical studies were not limited to herning her father and mothersing. She also studied under her Aunty Dukuna Newar and Accuired in good background in folk music and was trained by shree Badri Vyas in Rajasthani Folk Music. Other Achiviments She has performed stage shows in almost all the citiws of india and Nepal . like:- Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi, Chenai, jaipur, Nagpur, Silguri, Gantok, Darjeeling, Kathmandu, Biratnagar, Biragunj, Dharan . Early Carrer & Acheivements After coming to Guwahati , She Joined Production company “Surganga” Which has date released 40 Albums of Rajasthani folk songs, 10 asamese, 4 Bodo Albums & 10 Nepali Albums. 2003, proved to be a very crucial year in her life. This year on 30th October, she participated in all India musical competation prganaize by surganga. The programme was based on Assames and Rajasthani Folk songs and the pragramme was judged by Famous Musical Maestro of Bollywood late Naushad Ali and Famous Gazal Singer Pinaz Masani accompained by famous classical singer Shushila Rani Patel. Milan was the 1st runner up on this show and after this there was no looking back. After this competation she dedicated to lounch her own album of folk songs and her musical catrrer begain to flourish. A Glimpse of Milan’s Famous lbums in Different languages 1st Album – kanchi (2004) 1st Recorded song – Khunmani aakou anupama (Assames cultural Album – Bihu – 2002 AD.) Total Songs – 1000 above New Hit’s Nepali Album : Milan (Music meets soul)

Deepak Limbu: is a playback singer and winner of the first season of Nepali Tara of Nepal. He has done playback singing for more than one thousand nepali songs. He performed on a worldwide tour and won several musical awards from 2005-2016

Name: Mechu Dhimal Birthdate: December 27, 1994 Hometown: Morang District, Nepal Education: B.A. from Pashupati Bahumukhi Campus Career Highlights The Voice of Nepal Season 2: Mechu Dhimal gained widespread recognition as a Top 8 talent on The Voice of Nepal Season 2. Her performances, such as "Pani Ko Foka" and "Nepali Hami," captivated audiences. Popular Songs: Some of her notable songs include "Udnu Chha," "Ramai Ramai," and "Galli". Collaborations: Mechu has collaborated with various artists, including Ruksana Limbu on the song "Udnu Chha". Musical Style Mechu Dhimal's music blends traditional Nepali sounds with contemporary pop elements, creating a unique and captivating style. Her powerful voice and emotive performances have made her a beloved figure in the Nepali music industry.