Shisir Shrestha

Dharma Raj Thapa, honored with the title Jana Kabi Keshari, was a legendary Nepali folk singer and poet. Born in 1924 in Pokhara, Nepal, he became one of the most influential figures in Nepali folk music. His songs, such as Hariyo Danda Maathi and Nepali Le Maya Maaryo Barilai, captured the essence of Nepal’s landscapes and traditions. Thapa was not only a singer but also a poet and cultural historian. He collected and preserved folk songs, ensuring that Nepal’s musical heritage remained alive. His contributions earned him numerous awards, including the Madan Puraskar and Indrarajyalaxmi Puraskar. Some of his most popular songs include: Hariyo Danda Mathi – A classic folk song celebrating Nepal’s natural beauty. Nepali Le Maya Maaryo Barilai – A heartfelt song reflecting Nepali culture and emotions. Saili Rimai Chauri Gai – A traditional melody with deep cultural significance. Aaja Madal Bajeko Kina – A lively folk tune. Dhuru Dhuru Narou Aama – A song filled with emotion and nostalgia. Aai Pugyo Railaima – A well-loved song in Nepali folk music.

Naren Limbu a Nepali singer and a music video director. He spent his childhood days in many places. So, he too joined in different school as Gorkha Children School (Hongkong), Biyajpur (Dharan). He also did his A Level from A J Wilde Institute. He is interested in music since childhood. He also study film making from Institute of Performing Film and Arts. He used to listen music a lot. He didn’t have formal education in music. But in school life he used to play guitars with his friend. They gather and sang the song. While he studied at RIBS school, Dharan he meet Sudip Gurung. He and Sudip recorded the first song titled “Dosh” at Music Work in 2002. They name the album Aastha. In the album songs like “Harpal” , “Yek Mauka and so on. The song became hits as well music video in the album also highly appreciated by people. The album is record under the banner of SAV. Naren Limbu After few months he worked alone and release the solo album Aatma. Among other songs from Aatma”, “Eklai” and “Timi Aaunu became hits in number. He again release next album title Aartha. In the album he included the song Kheney Numa Kewa” of Limbu language. He have also sung for other collection albums. He have also done stage program in Dharan, Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Hong Kong. He is also involved in making music videos of his own songs. The song like Aatma”, “Timi Aaunu”, “Garho Garhai Cha” and “Aantim Maya”.which he have directed. He also awarded by Hits FM Music Award for Best New Artist in 2003. Likewise the same year he awarded by Channel Nepal for the music video of Ek Mauka. Not only this he too nominated in the list of Best Music Video Category.

Yam Baral is a well-known Nepali singer. She sings badalu ko ghumo le, nisthurile chhadera gai hali, Dilmaya etc. He has also sung in the Nepali movie.   First Recorded Song is Sagar bhanda pani gahiro at 2047 (Radio Nepal). lyrics was Debaki singh & music was Deep Shrestha .   Solo Albums: - (1) Timilai samjhida 2049 (2) Aasirbaad -2 (3) Mann (4) Bhet (5) Dhun (6) Hits of yam baral (7) Maya (8) Hira (9) Saman (10) Shrijana   Total playback singing: - More than 1000 in 100 Movies Popular Movie Numbers: - Aaba chotharule - Allare, Maya basyo mutuma – Aago ,Muskan e.t.c   Acted in the Movie as an Actor: - Malati – 2055 Awards: - Go.Da. Ba, 4th , Narayan Gopal Sangeet Puraskar , Channel Nepal Critics Award , K TV Film Award , first prize in all Nepal singing competition , Radio Nepal 2049 , 1 yr scholarship Award from Nepal Academy ,Voice in National Anthem of Nepal ,

Khemchand – Singer (Early Recording Era)Khemchand was an Early Recording Era vocalist with 2 to 4 songs recorded in BS 1992 (AD 1935/1936). Other personal and musical information remains incomplete.