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Shree Purush Dhakal is a Nepali lyricist with verified credits across multiple Nepali feature films from the early 1990s to recent years. His work appears consistently in The Film Nepal and LensNepal databases, confirming him as an active and recognized songwriter in Nepali cinema.

Durga Lal Shrestha is a celebrated Nepali lyricist and poet known for his powerful, socially conscious writing and his deep contribution to modern Nepali literature and music. Active since the 1960s, he has written some of Nepal’s most memorable and emotionally resonant lyrics, blending poetic sensitivity with themes of identity, struggle, love, and social justice. His works—often rooted in the lived experiences of ordinary people—have been performed by leading singers across generations, making him one of the most influential literary voices in Nepali songwriting. Shrestha’s poetry is recognized for its clarity, cultural depth, and humanistic spirit, securing his place as a respected figure in Nepal’s literary and musical heritage.

Lochan Rijal is a multi-instrumentalist, a singer, songwriter and a scholar of ethnomusicology. Born in the Panchthar district of Nepal, he grew up around music performed at festivals by the local people of that region. The experience influenced him to explore the potential of sound and develop his passion into his profession. While in college, he began teaching music to school children in Kathmandu while also working in the pop and rock music scene, producing award-winning albums, before moving onto something that fed his scholarly ambitions. In 2014, he graduated with a PhD in ethnomusicology from the University of Massachusetts and Kathmandu University. He also works as the associate professor and Head of Kathmandu University’s Department of Music.

G. Shah is the literary identity of former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah, whose poetic and lyrical works have contributed a distinct voice to Nepali music and literature. Active as a songwriter and poet, his creations reflect deep patriotism, emotional sincerity, and a profound attachment to the Nepali soil. His lyrics have been performed by celebrated singers including Prakash Shrestha, Ananda Karki, Sapana Shree, and Jyoti Shrestha, giving his words a wide musical presence.Among his notable works are songs such as “Bachnu Nai Chha Yadi Bhane” (vocals: Prakash Shrestha), “Pahilo Milanko” (vocals: Ananda Karki), and “Ma Jasto Thiye” (vocals: Sapana Shree). His lyrical compositions are also featured in the album ‘Rajasi’, where Jyoti Shrestha and other respected artists have brought his words to life.In literature, his poetry collection ‘Dui Mutu, Eauta Bato’ stands as a significant publication, released on the occasion of his 76th birthday. Through his songs and poems, G. Shah expresses themes of national pride, cultural identity, and heartfelt human experience, establishing him as a unique creative figure within Nepal’s contemporary literary and musical landscape.