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Eleena Chauhan is one of Nepal’s most beloved contemporary singers, celebrated for her soulful voice and emotional depth. Born on June 20, 1997, in Birtamod, Jhapa, she began her musical journey with cover songs like “Instako Photo” and “Timro Mayale Badhera Rakha”, which quickly gained popularity on social media. Her transition from cover artist to mainstream success was marked by hits such as: “K Maya Lagcha Ra” “Dhokebaj Hau Timi” “Man Pareko Manche” “Bhagya Ma Khot Chha” “Bolda Pani” “Ek Najar” She’s known for her versatility, singing in Nepali, Hindi, and Maithili, and has collaborated with many prominent artists. Eleena has earned accolades like the Best Female Singer at the National Film Awards and multiple honors at the Radio Kantipur National Music Awards.

Gyanu Rana is a celebrated Nepali singer known for her contributions to modern and folk music. Born on October 3, 1949, in Batulechaur, Pokhara, Nepal, she grew up in a musically rich environment. Her father, Dharmaraj Thapa, was a renowned poet and folk singer, and her mother, Savitri Thapa, was a cultural promoter. Gyanu Rana's upbringing deeply influenced her musical journey. She has recorded over 2,000 songs in various languages, including Nepali, Hindi, Urdu, Bhojpuri, Maithili, and Newari. Her repertoire spans modern, classical, folk songs, bhajans, and ghazals. Some of her most iconic songs include "Siri Ma Siri Ni Kanchha" and "Manchhe Ko Maya Yaha," which she performed with the legendary Narayan Gopal. Gyanu Rana has also been a judge in national music competitions and has represented Nepal in international cultural festivals. Her career includes contributions to more than ten Nepali films as a playback singer. She retired as an Assistant Director of Music from the Royal Nepal Academy in 2006.

Rhythm Kandel is a versatile Nepali musician, composer, arranger, and performer known for his soulful voice and refined musical craftsmanship. Originally from Kathmandu, he holds a Master’s degree in Vocal Music from Rabindra Bharati University in Kolkata, India, and a Professional Certificate in Logic Pro X from Berklee College of Music, Boston. He is a multi-instrumentalist and a prolific music arranger, having worked on a wide range of projects—from devotional compositions to film scores. Notably, he contributed to the Guinness World Record-holding song “Melancholy” and arranged music for Nepali films like Timi Sanga and Ma Yesto Geet Gauchu 2. Some of his recent musical highlights include: 🎵 “Paagal Mann” – A lyrical duet with Sunita Sanyak Limbu, arranged and produced by Rhythm himself 🎵 “Har Har Mahadev” – A devotional Shivaratri song featuring group vocals and traditional instrumentation 🎵 “Pahuna Ghar” – A collaborative track released in 2025, showcasing his continued evolution as a composer

Melina Mainali, also known as Melu, is a talented Nepali singer. She was born on January 5, 2002, in Jhapa, Nepal. Melina gained widespread recognition after her mesmerizing audition video on Voice of Nepal, where her vocals and cute personality captured hearts. Let’s delve into her fascinating journey: Early Life: Melina is the youngest daughter of her parents, Ram Prasad Mainali and Laxmi Maya Mainali. She has an elder sister named Anita Mainali. Her passion for music blossomed from a young age. Blessed with a god-gifted voice, she honed her skills through practice and participation in interschool singing competitions and bhajan programs. Musical Career: Nepal Idol: Melina auditioned for Nepal Idol at a young age but wasn’t selected. Undeterred, she took this setback as a lesson and continued practicing. Voice of Nepal: In Voice of Nepal season 3, Melina sang “Lau Hai Maya” for her blind auditions and was selected for the Pramod team. She has emerged as one of the strong contestants in the show. Debut Song: After gaining popularity on Voice of Nepal, Melina made her debut in the music industry with the song “Choto Cha Jindagi”. The song, composed by Bhupu Pandey, portrays the lifestyle of economic migrants in the far-western region of Nepal. Melina’s vocals were well-acclaimed, establishing her name in the Nepali music industry. Popular Songs: Melina has collaborated with renowned singers like Kamal Khatri, Obi Rayamajhi, and Sunil Giri. Her songs “Fikka” and “Muglan” have garnered significant popularity, with “Fikka” trending at #1 on YouTube. Melina Mainali’s journey from a talented young singer to a rising star in the Nepali music scene is truly inspiring! 🎤