Pramod Upadhyaya

Ashesh Dangol, often hailed as the “Himalayan Hendrix,” is a trailblazing Nepali blues-rock guitarist, singer, and composer whose electrifying performances have earned him international acclaim. The nickname was bestowed upon him during his 2010 European tour by the Norwegian and German press, recognizing his fiery guitar style reminiscent of Jimi Hendrix. He is the frontman of the band Ashesh and Nekhvam, which fuses traditional Nepali sounds with blues and rock, creating a unique sonic identity that bridges East and West. His music often carries themes of peace, cultural pride, and social consciousness. Ashesh has performed at major festivals and venues across Europe, the U.S., and Asia, representing Nepal on global stages. His live shows are known for their raw energy, soulful improvisation, and deep-rooted connection to both blues traditions and Nepali heritage.

Umesh Pandit started learning flute at his early age under the guidance of flutist and founding member of Sukarma Manose Singh and Sehanai with late Pt. Madan Bhatta. As a fine musical talent, he has been honored and recognized by various national and international artistes that include an opportunity to play together with the Grammy Award winning famous Indian Classical Hawaian guitarist Pt. Vishwa Mohan Bhatt. He has performed in different places in Nepal and abroad. Umesh has proved himself as a successful composer and flutist among his fellow artistes.

Anup Das is a Nepali guitarist and bass guitarist active in studio recordings, live performances, and session work across Kathmandu’s music scene. His playing appears in multiple recording studios—including Mahol Studio, Studio Sangam, and Studio King—where he is frequently featured in bass‑guitar sessions, rhythm‑guitar recordings, and instrumental projects.He is known for his versatile guitar work, performing everything from acoustic covers to bass‑driven Nepali folk, pop, and contemporary arrangements. His presence across numerous studio videos and recording sessions highlights his role as a reliable session instrumentalist, contributing to the sound of many artists behind the scenes.With a growing digital footprint through studio features and performance clips, Anup Das represents the class of dedicated Nepali instrumentalists whose craft supports both emerging and established singers in Nepal’s evolving music industry.

Kiran Baral is a talented flutist known for his soulful renditions on the flute. He has captivated audiences with his melodious performances. Kiran, born in Samudratar, Nuwakot, was interested in music from an early age. Now he is traveling in that dream. Kiran is adept at playing the flute in all genres of music. Kiran is currently busy with reality shows, song recording, live music. He has been to different countries and many cities of Nepal for musical programs.