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Brijesh Shrestha is a celebrated Nepali R&B artist known for his soulful voice and genre-blending compositions. He began his music journey inspired by his father, a former Radio Nepal musician. Despite early struggles—including sleeping on the streets of Kathmandu—he founded Ness Studios, where he now produces and collaborates with artists like Nikhita Thapa and Barsha Karmacharya. 🎵 Career Highlights Debut: Naruwana (2013) Popular Tracks: Timi Nai, Sadhai Vari, Sarara, Rang Collaborations: Nikhita Thapa (Rang), Fuba Tamang (Timilai Dekhera) Studio: Founder of Ness Studios

Laboni Chakraborty is a talented Nepali classical singer originally from Kolkata, India. She has made a significant impact on Nepal’s contemporary classical music scene, captivating audiences with her soulful renditions. She is also a judge on the Mero Voice Universe talent show.  Early Life & Education Laboni Chakraborty grew up in a musical family, where her father and relatives were singers. She began learning music at the age of five under the guidance of Baishali Juardhar. Later, she trained under Ajoy Chakrabarty, a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist, for ten years. She pursued her academic degree in music at Rabindra Bharati University, where she was a gold medalist in her master’s program. Career & Contributions Despite her strong musical foundation in India, Laboni Chakraborty chose to work in Nepal, where she has become one of the most respected classical singers. She teaches music at Lalit Kala Campus, Tribhuvan University, and runs her own music school, Raagrup, where she mentors aspiring musicians. She has performed in various prestigious events, including the Yalamaya Classic, where her rendition of Vilambit and Madhya Khayal in Raag Todi received a standing ovation. Popular Works Laboni Chakraborty has released several classical and contemporary songs. Some of her notable performances include: "Dhuwa Dhulo" – A song released in 2024 "Raag Puriya Kalyan" – A classical vocal performance. "Yo Jindagi" – A song released in 2024

Ashish Rana Magar, known by his stage name Laure, is a trailblazing Nepali rapper, actor, and television personality born on June 25, 1989, in Pokhara, Nepal. He gained national fame through the underground rap battle platform Raw Barz, where his freestyle skills and lyrical depth revolutionized the Nepali hip-hop scene. Laure’s breakout track Mero Solta and hits like Nephop Ko Bato and Laure Ko Fashion helped popularize Nephop across Nepal. In 2016, he made his acting debut in the film Tandav, playing the lead role. From 2017 to 2021, he served as a judge on the reality show Himalayan Roadies, further cementing his influence among Nepali youth. Known for blending Western rap aesthetics with Nepali identity, Laure remains one of the most influential figures in Nepal’s contemporary music and pop culture

Preeti Kaur is a celebrated Nepali-Punjabi pop and R&B singer born on April 26, 1981, in Kathmandu, Nepal, to Indian-origin Sikh parents. Known for her soulful voice and genre-blending style, she began her musical journey in the late 1990s and gained national recognition after winning the Shikhar Beat Contest as Best Vocalist in 2003. Her debut song Jhan Jhan Badhyo marked the beginning of a prolific career in both solo and collaborative projects. In 2012, she made her Bollywood debut with the song Promises from the film Unforgettable. She has since released several popular tracks, including Chimlera Aakha, Timrai Lagi, and Rahar. Beyond music, Preeti also participated in Startup Weekend Kathmandu (2014), where her team’s eco-innovation project won first prize. With a career spanning over two decades, she remains a dynamic voice in Nepal’s contemporary music scene.