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Suresh Raj Bajracharya is one of Nepal’s foremost sarod maestros, known for his deep devotion to classical music and his role in preserving the rich heritage of Hindustani instrumental traditions. With over three decades of experience, he has become a revered figure in Nepal’s music scene, performing at venues like Yala Mandala and collaborating with artists such as Laxmi Prasad Dangol and Mannu Shahi. His compositions—like “Intransient Nature”, “Childhoodness”, and “Jaya Namah Shree Buddha”—blend meditative ragas with spiritual depth. Bajracharya is also known for his unique offering to the Living Goddess Kumari, where he sought to teach her the sarod as a gesture of cultural devotion. His albums, including The Nature, are available on platforms like Deezer. Through teaching, composing, and performing, Suresh Raj Bajracharya continues to inspire a new generation of classical musicians in Nepal and beyond.

Bikyy Karki is a Nepali singer-songwriter and composer known for his heartfelt lyrics and mellow acoustic style. His music often explores themes of love, longing, and personal struggles, delivered with a raw, emotional touch that resonates with a younger audience. Some of his notable songs include: “Oh Pyali” – a romantic and playful fan favorite “Ramro Manchhe” – a soulful reflection on goodness and human connection “Dherai Raksi Piunchhu Aajkal” – a personal, introspective piece penned in 2018 and released in 2024 “Ganja Ko Sahara” (2021/2024 re-release) – a folk-pop song about heartbreak and coping, featuring sarangi by Prince Nepali and mixed by Ujjawal Shreyan Mahat His collaboration with sound designer Rikesh Gurung and recording at Kripa Drishya Digital gives his work a distinct sonic texture. Bikyy’s hands-on involvement in composition, lyrics, and vocals reflects his commitment to authenticity and storytelling.

Nipesh Dhaka (born 6 October 1981, Pokhara) is a Nepali environmentalist, lyricist, and music composer recognized for his large‑scale environmental music projects and documentary work. He is the creator, lyricist, music composer, and director of the globally recognized environmental anthem “Melancholy,” recorded by 365 Nepali artists at Radio Nepal on 19 May 2016, a project that later achieved the Guinness World Record for “Most Vocal Solos in a Song Recording.”Dhaka holds an M.A./M.Sc. and pursued further studies in Landscape Management, Soil and Water Management at the Technical University of Munich. He has been active since 1999, working across music, environmental advocacy, cinematography, and social campaigns.As the director of SEEM Nepal, he has led multiple environmental awareness initiatives, including research‑based documentaries such as Himalaya Calls (2015), Melancholy (2017), and Rodhan (2017), which explore biodiversity loss, climate change, and sustainable development across Nepal’s ecological regions.His environmental anthem Melancholy was released on 2 September 2017 by President Bidya Devi Bhandari and certified by Guinness World Records on 1 February 2018. The project featured national icons including Madhav Prasad Ghimire, Udit Narayan Jha, Madan Krishna Shrestha, Hari Bansha Acharya, Prem Dhoj Pradhan, Sambhujeet Baskota, and Rajesh Payal Rai.Dhaka describes himself as an “Environmental Fighter”, working through music, research, and public campaigns to raise awareness on climate issues.

Madhu Chhetri is a legendary Nepali singer known for evergreen hits like Saili ra Maili Poila Gaechan, Phoolai Phoola Matra Pani, and Hurile Udauna Sakena, with a musical career spanning over four decades.