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Navneet Aditya Waiba is a Nepali folk singer, songwriter, and cultural researcher from Siliguri, West Bengal. She is the daughter of the late Hira Devi Waiba, the first professional Nepali folk singer. After her mother’s passing in 2011, Navneet left her career as a senior flight purser in Hong Kong to revive and preserve her family’s musical legacy. Together with her brother Satya Aditya Waiba, she launched the tribute album Ama Lai Shraddhanjali in 2017, re-recording her mother’s iconic songs using traditional instruments and arrangements. Navneet’s music focuses on authentic Nepali folk traditions, especially highlighting women’s voices and rural narratives. She collaborates with the Kathmandu-based folk band Kutumba and continues to perform across South Asia. Navneet is widely respected for her commitment to cultural preservation and her efforts to inspire younger generations to reconnect with their roots through music.

Samriddhi Rai is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, journalist, and media personality from Godawari, Lalitpur, born on August 13, 1987. She began her career in journalism, working with outlets like Kantipur, ECS Media, and The Himalayan Times, before transitioning into music and digital content creation. Her debut song “Bishwas” (2014) introduced her soulful style, followed by hits like “Ma Chahi Nepali,” “Prayas” (with Rohit John Chhetri), “Ma Dami Chhu,” and “Hera Na,” which blend pop melodies with empowering lyrics. She’s also the founder of Sammy Productions and host of the travel vlog series Sammy Adventures on YouTube and Kantipur TV. A former beauty pageant contestant, Samriddhi represented Nepal internationally and sparked debate by speaking out against favoritism in Miss Nepal. Her bold voice, both musically and socially, continues to inspire youth across Nepal.

Swapnil Sharma is a Nepali singer, songwriter, and the lead vocalist of the iconic rock band The Shadows Nepal. Known for his powerful voice and socially conscious lyrics, he has delivered hit songs such as “Hidne Manche Ladcha,” “Ke Pais Nepali,” “Prakriti,” “Mero Nepal,” and “Tadha Bhaye Pani”. Beyond The Shadows, he is also the vocalist of the creative musical collaboration Swar alongside Rohit Shakya and Gautam Tandukar. His work spans rock, alternative, and experimental Nepali soundscapes.

Harish Mathema is a Nepali pop and modern singer‑composer known for his evergreen romantic and soulful songs, active since the late 1980s and 1990s. His music blends soft pop, emotional melodies, and expressive vocals, making him a recognizable voice in Nepali pop history.He has performed widely in concerts and live shows, including a featured performance at Bianca Lounge, Kathmandu, where audiences enjoyed his signature songs such as “Aankhako Nani Hau Timi” and other classics from the golden era of Nepali pop.As a recording artist and composer, Harish Mathema has released multiple albums, including Swopnil Rangma (1990) and Hiund Barsat (2023), featuring songs like “Eak Nazar,” “Aayera Samu Timi,” “Kasari Birsu,” “Ki Ta Deu,” and “Mero Mutuko.” Many of these tracks credit him as both composer and vocalist, reflecting his dual musical identity.His classic song “Ek Najar”, originally released in 1988, was revived in the Old Durbar REWIND series, highlighting his lasting influence on Nepali pop culture.Across decades, Harish Mathema has remained active in Nepal’s music scene, contributing original compositions, performing live, and maintaining a loyal audience who continue to celebrate his timeless songs.