Lalit Tiwari

Suraj Nepal, The Esraj player born in Nepal started a love affair with music since his childhood. He grew up listening to folk and religious tunes played during various festivals in Kathmandu. At the age of 10 he started playing madal (A Nepali percussion) and started singing folk songs since his school days. As years passed, his interest in eastern classical music and instruments grew. That’s when he met a musician friend of a relative that introduced him to Esraj and encouraged him to learn the instrument. He learnt Esraj from Guru Santosh Bhakta Shrestha who then was the only person in Nepal to play the instrument. He too was his only disciple. He received a diploma in Esraj and in 2007. Since then he’s won many accolades, performed with many international artists, played many projects, bands and function. He’s benchmark performances include Playing for Change Organization, Varanasi International Ashram, Udaipur Shilpgram Festival, CPI NTOK 2014 Korea and Wumeng Grassland Music Festival China 2016, Inner Mongolia China 2018 & Wilma Israel 2019 etc.

(Singer • Music Producer • Film & Music Video Artist • Live Performer) Ashish Diyali is a Nepali singer, music producer, and performing artist known for his growing presence in Nepali music and visual media. Active across studio recordings, live shows, and music videos, he has developed a reputation for melodic vocals, clean production aesthetics, and a modern Nepali pop‑fusion sound. Diyali’s work spans original songs, collaborative projects, and soundtrack contributions, with a style rooted in emotional storytelling and contemporary arrangements. His music videos and digital releases have helped him build a strong youth audience.

Saraswoti Khatri is a Nepali singer known for her graceful vocal style and contributions to modern, Hindi Cover and Bhajan music. Active in the Nepali music scene for over a decade, she has performed at cultural events, weddings, and national ceremonies, earning admiration for her emotive delivery and stage presence. She gained wider attention in 2022 when she sang at the wedding of journalist Sumnima Udas, where she met Indian politician Rahul Gandhi. Her tweet describing him as a “humble and simple person” went viral, highlighting her role as a cultural bridge between Nepal and India. Saraswoti’s repertoire includes songs like “Madushala,” which showcases her ability to blend poetic lyrics with melodic finesse. Though not widely recorded, her live performances and social media presence have made her a beloved figure among Nepali audiences. She continues to represent Nepali music with dignity and warmth, inspiring through both voice and presence.

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.