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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 listene...

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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...

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