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Uday Sotang is a well-known Nepali musician. He has written and composed numerous songs, and sung many of them himself. Most of his songs have been rendered by his wife Manila Sotang. Uday Sotang is originally from Tukvar, near Darjeeling, India. He moved to Kathmandu to pursue his musical career in 1988. Uday Sotang is married to Manila Sotang who is a Nepali singer. Their daughter Shreya Sotang is an popular singer who has already released an album. With more than 200 songs to his credit, Uday Sotang is considered to be one of the popular and successful Nepali musicians. He is based in Kathmandu, Nepal. The husband-wife duo of Uday and Manila have produced more than 10 music albums.

Ashish Aviral (Nepali: आशिष अविरल) is a Nepalese music director, music composer, and music arranger. Born on June 4, 1980, in the Baglung district of Nepal, he has made significant contributions to the Nepali music industry. Let’s explore more about this talented artist: Musical Career: Ashish Aviral has worked on numerous Nepali songs during his career. Some of his popular compositions include:“Saalko Pata” “Bhageri Chari” “Timile Dine Maya” “Barambar” “Timi Binako Jiwan” “Maya Luki Luki” “Karke Najar” “Jindagi Nai Bhandina” “Yo Kura Gopya” “Barsidai Chha Aasu” Awards and Recognitions: Ashish Aviral has received national awards such as the Bindabasini Music Award and the National Rapati Music Award. He arranged the song “Mirtyu Yesari Song” by national poet Madhav Prasad Ghimire after Ghimire’s passing . Notable Songs: “Jindagi Nai Bhandina” from the movie A Mero Hajur 3 (2019) “Parana” from the movie A Mero Hajur 3 (2019) “Timile Dine Maya” (sung by Narendra Pyasi) Ashish Aviral’s musical journey continues to resonate with audiences, and his talent has left an indelible mark on Nepali music. 🎵

Gopal Yonjan (1943–1997) was a towering figure in Nepali music—an accomplished singer, lyricist, music director, arranger, flutist, and multi-instrumentalist. Born in Darjeeling, India, he began his musical journey with the flute, winning accolades as a young performer. His deep study of Nepali folk, Rabindra Sangeet, and classical traditions shaped a career that spanned over three decades and more than 2,000 compositions. Yonjan moved to Kathmandu in 1967 to pursue his MA in Nepali and taught music at prestigious schools while composing for Radio Nepal, Nepal Police Club, and films. His partnership with Narayan Gopal is considered the golden era of Nepali modern music. He was known for blending poetic depth with rich orchestration, often writing, composing, and arranging his own songs. His works spanned genres—patriotic, romantic, philosophical, spiritual, and children's music. He was honored with the Gorkha Dakshin Bahu, Chinnalata Song Award, and multiple Best Music Director titles. His legacy continues to inspire generations of musicians and listeners.

Dibya Khaling (March 28, 1952 (15 Jestha 2009 BS)) is a famous Nepali musician, composer and lyricist. Dibya Khaaling has rendered music for about 1000 songs, including the famous “Mero geet sabai timi laai..” sung by Arun Thapa , Ma Ta Laligurans Bhayechhu, Hey Bir Hinda Aghi Sari, Preyasika Yaadharu, Mayako Aadharma, and Bipana Babhaye Bachidine, and music for plays and films (Nepali film Didi by Pratap Subba). Khaling moved to Nepal from Darjeeling in the 1960s and worked with Radio Nepal. He composed music for singers like Narayan Gopal, Arun Thapa, Gyanu Rana, Mira Rana etc. A book “Dibya Sangeetkaar, Dibya Khaaling” has been written by his friends and family members, such as poet Madhav Prasad Ghimire and musicians Kiran Pradhan and Bulu Mukarung in his memory. He was married to Grace Khaaling. He is survived by three sons (Prajaya, Pradesh, Pratibimba), one daughter (Pratigya), two granddaughters (Divyanah Grace and Aanyata Parisa) and two grandsons (Noah and Deedan Daniel). Dibya was suffering from heart problems and died on 25 June 2006.