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Himal Sagar is a Nepalese pop and modern singer, music composer and lyricist. Born in Jhapa, he started his singing at the early age of 11 covering songs of noted Bollywood singers – Kumar Sanu, Udit Narayan and Sonu Nigam to name a few. He released his first original music album ‘Relation’ in September 2003.

Ashish Rana Magar, known by his stage name Laure, is a trailblazing Nepali rapper, actor, and television personality born on June 25, 1989, in Pokhara, Nepal. He gained national fame through the underground rap battle platform Raw Barz, where his freestyle skills and lyrical depth revolutionized the Nepali hip-hop scene. Laure’s breakout track Mero Solta and hits like Nephop Ko Bato and Laure Ko Fashion helped popularize Nephop across Nepal. In 2016, he made his acting debut in the film Tandav, playing the lead role. From 2017 to 2021, he served as a judge on the reality show Himalayan Roadies, further cementing his influence among Nepali youth. Known for blending Western rap aesthetics with Nepali identity, Laure remains one of the most influential figures in Nepal’s contemporary music and pop culture

Arun Thapa (1952–1999) was a beloved Nepali singer-songwriter known for his soulful voice and emotionally resonant lyrics. Born in Calcutta, India, he moved to Kathmandu as an infant and later studied in Darjeeling before returning to Nepal to pursue music. His career began in the early 1970s, with his first major hit Jati Maya Laye Pani launching him into national fame. Thapa’s music often reflected themes of love, longing, and introspection, inspired by a personal heartbreak during his college years. His compositions blended poetic depth with melodic simplicity, earning him a devoted following. He worked briefly at Nepal Bank Limited before dedicating himself fully to music, recording for Radio Nepal and releasing two acclaimed albums: Arun and The Best of Arun. Despite battling lung and liver ailments, he continued to sing until his passing in 1999. His legacy lives on through his timeless songs, many of which are considered sadabahar (evergreen) classics.

Balen Shah's a Nepali rapper, structural engineer, and politician. Balen Shah gained popularity with his rap music, addressing social issues and calling for change. In a surprising turn of events, he was elected as the Mayor of Kathmandu in 2022. He's known for his efforts in urban development and transparency in governance.