Bikash Chaudhary

Surendra Shrestha is a Nepali music composer, arranger, and singer known for creating original modern, festive, and devotional songs. Working from Sur Melody Recording Studio, Chhetrapati, he writes, composes, and arranges his own music, giving his work a distinct melodic and emotional signature. His releases—ranging from romantic to spiritual—feature clean arrangements, balanced instrumentation, and expressive vocals that reflect his identity as a self‑sufficient contemporary artist.

Shambhujeet Baskota (born 15 March 1957, Nepal) is one of the most prolific and influential music composers in Nepali cinema. Active since 1971, he has shaped the sound of modern Nepali film and pop music through his melodic style, emotional depth, and versatility. He has composed music for over 355 Nepali feature films and created more than 2,000 modern songs, folk songs, and bhajans, making him a defining figure in the industry. He is also credited as the director of Nepal’s first music video, Mayalu Timi Tadha (1985), sung by actor Bhuwan KC.Beyond music, he has contributed to social causes, including anti‑drug programs for children.    

A Name who has over the years established himself as a genuine contender for the ‘best thing to happen’ to Nepali Sangeet in recent times is Alok Shree. One such name who has over the years established himself as a genuine contender for the ‘best thing to happen’ to Nepali Sugam Sangeet in recent times is a musician of immense reputation, Alok Shree. So, it did not come as a surprise when he was deservedly awarded by 'Narayan Gopal Smriti Prathisthan' with the prestigious 'Naryan Gopal Smriti Samman award' for his contributions. Alok Shree, who has launched over a dozen successful singers is also credited for rejuvenating the once sagging careers of singers with the likes of Ramkrishna Dhakal and Yam Baral topping the list. His musical prowess, however, has not been limited within the confines of Nepal for he in the past has been instrumental in bringing the legendary Indian ghazal singer Jagjit Singh into the forefront of Nepali music, not to mention Udit Narayan Jha often singing to his tunes.