Balanda Rai

Rajan Raj Shiwakoti is a famous Nepali singer, songwriter and musician. Songs created by him Kutu Ma Kutu..., Gojima Daam Chaina..., Purba Pashchim Rail.., Surke Thaili Khai.., Including songs are popular. He entered music as a singer.

Nischal Basnet is a celebrated Nepali director, actor, writer, and playback singer known for revolutionizing modern Nepali cinema. Born on January 17, 1980, in Birtamod, Jhapa, he studied film at Oscar International College. His directorial debut Loot (2012) became a cult hit, followed by acclaimed films like Talakjung vs Tulke (2014) and Loot 2 (2017). As an actor, he starred in Kabaddi Kabaddi, Dui Rupaiyan, and Prasad. Known for blending realism, dark humor, and social commentary, Basnet is married to actress Swastima Khadka. His work continues to shape the narrative and technical evolution of Nepali cinema.

Sagar Sharad Adhikari is a singer and music composer from Dang, Nepal, known for his melodic sensibility and heartfelt contemporary Nepali compositions. Emerging as a promising voice in the modern music scene, he has created songs that blend emotional depth with clean, expressive arrangements. His notable works include “Timro Yaad,” “Mero Man,” “Aankha Bhari,” and “Saano Saano Kura,” which highlight his warm vocal tone and lyrical sincerity. Adhikari continues to expand his musical footprint through studio recordings, collaborations, and live performances, establishing himself as a rising creator with a distinct artistic identity.

Abhisek Bhadra is a Nepali composer, arranger, pianist, and music educator known for his influential role in shaping contemporary jazz and modern music education in Nepal. Born and raised in Kathmandu, he began his musical journey in the local jazz and rock scene, winning early recognition through competitions such as Rockheads and Jazzmandu’s Jazz for the Next Generation, where he also received the Most Outstanding Musician Award. He later pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Jazz Composition and Arranging at Codarts, Rotterdam Conservatorium, which expanded his international career and led him to perform and write for ensembles such as Voodrish, Dichter, and the Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw.His performances span prestigious venues including Paradiso Amsterdam, Splendor Amsterdam, De Doelen Rotterdam, and the Amsterdam Concertgebouw, along with appearances on national TV and radio platforms like DWDD and 3VOOR12. A versatile creator, he works across jazz, contemporary music, electro‑acoustic experimentation, and mainstream hip‑hop.Returning to Nepal, Bhadra became the Academic Director at the Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory (KJC) and the Artistic Director of the Katjazz International Music Festival, where he has played a pivotal role in developing South Asia’s jazz education ecosystem. He continues to compose, arrange, and perform actively with leading Nepali bands including Jooni, Jindabaad, Cadenza Collective, and Le Piro, while mentoring the next generation of Nepali musicians.