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Renowned Nepali songwriter and lyricist, singer, musician NB Dahal (Nar Bahadur Dahal) has made significant contributions to Nepali music in various genres. More than 60 songs of N. B. Dahal are public, some are sung by him and some are in the role of composer or lyricist. He has collaborated with a dozen famous artists.

Yogesh Vaidya was a Nepalese singer and musician, often referred to as the Muhammad Rafi of Nepal. He was born in Kathmandu between 1946 and 1947 and passed away on January 18, 2024, at the age of 77. Vaidya was known for his contributions to Nepali and Newari-language music, with popular songs like "Sapana Bhulayee Saara," "Mero Aanshumaa Nahanse," and "Nepal Mero Timilai Upahar Bhayo". He also sang well-known Newari songs such as "Jai Namo Siri Buddha Bhagwan" and "Jimi Yahmah Thaun Jithay Wai". Beyond music, he worked in civil service for 33 years, retiring as a joint secretary in 2005. He held a master’s degree in food and nutrition from Ghent University, Belgium. Vaidya received several prestigious awards, including the Chhinnalata Song Award, the Mahila Geetkar Sangh Lifetime Achievement Award (2016), and the Bindabasini Lifetime Achievement Award (2021)

Sindhu Malla is a renowned Nepalese singer celebrated for her versatile voice and contributions to Nepali music. Born in Shrigaun, Dang, Nepal, she began her musical career in 1997 and has since released over 20 solo albums and sung thousands of songs across various genres, including folk, modern, classical, and pop. Some of her popular tracks include "Sasuralima," "Chitikkai Bha Chhu Re," "Kafal Gedi," and "Teej Aayo." Sindhu Malla is also known for her involvement in social causes, such as anti-drug programs for children. She was one of the 365 artists who participated in singing the environmental song "Melancholy," which holds a Guinness World Record. Her dedication to music and social work has made her a beloved figure in Nepalese culture.