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@cool-pokharel · Pop Artist

(King of Nepali Pop • Singer‑Songwriter • Cultural Icon) Cool Pokharel (Kul Prasad Pokhrel) (September 21, 1981 – October 4, 2004) was one of the most influential figures in modern Nepali pop music. Widely known as the “King of Nepali Pop”, he helpe...

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(King of Nepali Pop • Singer‑Songwriter • Cultural Icon) Cool Pokharel (Kul Prasad Pokhrel) (September 21, 1981 – October 4, 2004) was one of the most influential figures in modern Nepali pop music....

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Full NameCool Pokharel
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Pop Artist
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Active Since1998

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28 yrs

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