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Sarita Shahi is a Nepali singer whose musical journey began in 2010, evolving from folk roots to a versatile presence in modern Nepali music. Her debut album “Sufal” (2011) marked her entry into the professional music scene, establishing her as a melodically expressive vocalist with a strong command over both traditional and contemporary styles.Over the years, Shahi has contributed her voice to numerous collection albums, lending her signature soft‑melodic tone to a wide range of folk, lok‑pop, and modern sentimental songs. Her ability to adapt across genres has made her a consistent and recognizable voice in Nepal’s evolving music landscape.Active in studio recordings and live performances, she continues to engage audiences with her heartfelt singing, stage confidence, and stylistic blend of folk authenticity and modern musical sensibility.

Bhakta Raj Acharya commonly referred to as Bhajan Shiromani, is a Nepali singer and music-composer. He is one of the best known singer of Nepal. He was born in Dhankuta ,Nepal and raised in Kalimpong, India. He moved to Nepal in 1970’s during the flock on Darjeeling singers to Nepal. Bhakta Raj Acharya has very beautiful Hymns or Bhajans sung in Nepali language and is entitled as the Bhajan Shiromani of Nepal. Acharya’s career started in 2030 B.S after he won a gold medal in an All Nepal Song Competition . His career spanned until 2046 B.S. He has about 450 recorded songs and has composed about 25-30 songs. Now his sons, Satya Raj Acharya and Sworup Raj Acharya have followed their father’s footsteps with them and have established themselves as promising singers are geared up to bring the real-life story of their father into reel-life.

Kamala Shrestha is a celebrated Nepali singer known for her expressive voice and versatility across genres. She was born on Kartik 9, 2005 BS (approximately October 25, 1948 AD) in Kathmandu to Ram Bahadur Shrestha and Indra Maya Shrestha. Kamala began singing as a child and entered the professional music scene around 2024 BS (1967 AD) when she won first prize at a Radio Nepal anniversary competition for her song Naugediko Mala Mero. This marked the beginning of her active musical career, which flourished through the late 1960s, 1970s, and beyond. She was mentored by legendary composer Natikaji, who recognized her talent when she was just 13. Through Radio Nepal, she collaborated with iconic artists like Shiva Shankar and contributed to a wide range of musical styles—bhajans, Newari songs, Bhojpuri numbers, patriotic anthems, folk tunes, and adhunik (modern) songs. Over her career, she recorded more than 400 songs, many of which remain sadabahar (evergreen) classics. Kamala Shrestha also performed internationally, representing Nepal in India, China, Bangladesh, Hong Kong, Japan, and other countries. Her dedication to music continued even after marriage and motherhood, defying social expectations of the time.

Cool Pokharel (1974–2004) was a pioneering Nepali pop singer whose soulful voice helped shape the early 2000s music scene. Known as the “King of Nepali Pop,” he blended soft rock, pop, and sentimental melodies that resonated deeply with young listeners. His iconic songs “Sun Meri Mayalu,” “Aaja Feri,” “Sustari Sustari,” “Bichodko Dukhale,” and “Yeslai Maya Bhanchan” remain timeless favorites. Cool’s gentle vocal tone, emotional delivery, and relatable lyrics made him a defining figure of modern Nepali music. Despite his short life, his influence continues to inspire new artists, and his songs are still celebrated across Nepal and the diaspora. His legacy lives on as one of Nepal’s most beloved musical voices.