Pushpa Poudel

Jonisha Poudel is a talented Nepali classical vocalist known for her mastery of the khayal genre and her graceful presence on both traditional and contemporary stages. Originally from Pokhara, she has trained extensively in Hindustani classical music and has performed at esteemed venues such as Kalanidhi Sangeet Mahavidyalaya, Kirateshwar Sangeetashram, and Rastriya Sanskritik Sansthan. Jonisha is a regular performer at Surya Nepal Jazzmandu, where she blends ancient raaga-based singing with global musical dialogues. Her collaborations include devotional works like Saraswati Bandana with Kundan Pathak and light music hits such as Figure Coca-Cola. She is also the lead vocalist of the band Vastu, showcasing her versatility across genres. Deeply rooted in the spiritual essence of classical music, Jonisha views her art as a path to inner peace and cultural expression. She continues to inspire audiences with her voice, discipline, and devotion to tradition.

Prem Pariyar (born in Dhading District, Nepal) is a Nepali playback singer who rose to national fame as a child artist through the blockbuster film franchise Nai Nabhannu La. His emotionally resonant child voice made him one of the most recognizable young singers in Nepali cinema, earning him the nickname “Kid with a great voice.”He began singing at a very young age while living in a hostel, where his talent was first noticed. His breakthrough came when he was selected to sing for Nai Nabhannu La 2 (2014), followed by multiple successful recordings in later sequels.Prem Pariyar’s songs such as “Yi Aankhama Timi Chheu,” “Marne Kasailai,” “Feri Feri Nai Nabhannu La,” “Maina Raja Maina Rani,” and “Kasham Hamile Khayekai Thiyeu (Male Version)” became major hits, widely played across Nepal and the diaspora. All of his singles from the franchise achieved strong public reception.Despite early success, he later faced challenges when his child voice began to change during the recording of Nai Nabhannu La 3, affecting his vocal continuity.In recognition of his contribution as a young playback singer, he received the Online Filmykhabar Award 2071 (Best Singer) for Nai Nabhannu La 2.

Shambhu Rai (शम्भु राई) is a legendary figure in Nepali music—a singer, songwriter, composer, and sarangi player whose work bridges traditional folk and modern styles. Born in Chungmang, Dhankuta, he rose to prominence in the 1980s and 1990s with his heartfelt lyrics and distinctive voice. Some of his most iconic songs include: “Chitthi Timilai Lekhu Bhanchu” “Yo Man Bhanchha Kaha Jau” “Chalechha Batas Sustari” “Aalu Dam Chana” He is also known for his mastery of the sarangi, a traditional Nepali string instrument, which adds a soulful texture to his compositions. Beyond performance, Shambhu Rai has contributed to the institutional development of Nepali music—he currently serves as the Vice Chancellor of the Nepal Academy of Music and Drama.

Shankar Shrestha Shankar Shrestha is a Nepali actor, singer, model, and businessman based in the United Arab Emirates. He is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Expertise Group in Abu Dhabi, which operates businesses in hospitality, recruitment, beauty, and fashion across the UAE and Nepal. In addition to his entrepreneurial career, Shrestha is known for his performances in Nepali films and music videos. Early life and education Shankar Shrestha was born on April 25 in Budhabare, Jhapa District, Nepal. He completed a bachelor’s degree in English. From an early age, Shrestha was interested in arts and performance, which later led him to pursue a career in the Nepali entertainment industry alongside his business ventures. Career Business Shrestha is the founder and CEO of Expertise Group, a business conglomerate based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The group operates several companies, including: Restaurants Document clearing services Ladies’ salons Recruitment agencies in both UAE and Nepal A fashion retail chain in Nepal Film and acting Shrestha began his acting career in the Nepali film industry, gaining recognition for his roles in movies such as: Man Bina Ko Dhan Pariwartan He became popular for portraying negative roles in these films and has several upcoming movie projects in development. Music and modeling In addition to acting, Shrestha is a singer and music video model. He performed and appeared in several popular Nepali songs, including: Timro Man Ma Lukeko Kura (Remake Version – Part 1)- Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsrnPFflZDk Timro Man Ma Lukeko Kura (Remake Version – Part 2)- Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y892UFpkGzo Runchha Yo Man – Dashain Tihar Song-Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPsNE1_qrmA Rato Vale – Short Movie-Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l82ijAteP34 Prem Ta – Horror Story Love Song- Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0-tbp4d1qc Mayako Rajya by Prabisha Adhikari-Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsrnPFflZDk Timi Meri Maya by Ananda Karki- Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsKATrvEUpg Aadat by Shankar Shrestha ft. Gita Dhungana- Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fyNB5DKd1Ro Timrai Huna by Shankar Shrestha & Melina Rai ft. Najir Husen & Kusum Sharma- Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bi3f9zbwviA He also appeared as a model in Gajalu Ti Thula Thula Ankha - Example:https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=WTNS8sNgWZocHe3J&v=FvGqeHYN3HA&feature=youtu.be by the renowned Pakistani singer Ghulam Ali. Personal life Outside his entertainment and business ventures, Shrestha continues to contribute to the promotion of Nepali culture through film and music, while managing his diverse business portfolio across Nepal and the UAE. External links Man Bina Ko Dhan – Official YouTube - Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=KN8yVKme3pxxBfZi&v=2HNarocAWwQ&feature=youtu.be Pariwartan – Official YouTube Example: -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OofvTt0Ocvs Timro Man Ma Lukeko Kura – Remake Version -Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsrnPFflZDk Gajalu Ti Thula Thula Ankha – by Ghulam Ali- Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvGqeHYN3HA&list=RDFvGqeHYN3HA&start_radio=1NS8sNgWZocHe3J See also Nepali cinema Nepali music industry