Sumit Pathak

Ustad Anand – Classical VocalistA prominent classical musician of BS 1985 (AD 1928/1929), Ustad Anand has 2 gramophone recordings from BS 1989 (AD 1932/1933) preserved in researcher archives. It is believed he recorded many more songs, but only two discs have been found. His influence in early Nepali ustadi tradition remains notable.

Govinda Madhur Acharya is a prolific Nepali singer, music composer, and lyricist, active in the industry since 2015. He is recognized for his extensive contribution of 700+ recorded Nepali songs, spanning modern, folk, Tharu, children’s music, and contemporary melodic genres. His work appears across films, studio albums, and viral digital releases.He has composed and performed songs for Nepali films such as Bulaki (2023) and Kumva Karan (2019/2018), where he is credited as composer and lyricist.On YouTube, his official channel features widely‑viewed songs including “School Janchu La” (14M+ views), “Ekdin Ujyaalo Chhaula”, “Sali Bhatu”, and recent releases like “Samundra Pari” (2082) and “Yo Sath Nachhodnu Maya” (2026).He is also active as a social activist, serving as President of Rapati Samaj Kathmandu, reflecting his engagement with community and cultural initiatives.

Kranti Ale is a Nepali singer and the lead vocalist of the band Dr Pilot, which was formed in 1996. Initially, the band performed cover songs before transitioning to original music, recording their first songs at Music Nepal in 1998. Ale gained widespread recognition with the release of "Sarkari Jagira" in 2004, recorded at Opus. His band won Best Vocal Performance by a Group or Duo at the 7th Annual Image Award Show on May 28.

Rhythm Kandel is a versatile Nepali musician, composer, arranger, and performer known for his soulful voice and refined musical craftsmanship. Originally from Kathmandu, he holds a Master’s degree in Vocal Music from Rabindra Bharati University in Kolkata, India, and a Professional Certificate in Logic Pro X from Berklee College of Music, Boston. He is a multi-instrumentalist and a prolific music arranger, having worked on a wide range of projects—from devotional compositions to film scores. Notably, he contributed to the Guinness World Record-holding song “Melancholy” and arranged music for Nepali films like Timi Sanga and Ma Yesto Geet Gauchu 2. Some of his recent musical highlights include: 🎵 “Paagal Mann” – A lyrical duet with Sunita Sanyak Limbu, arranged and produced by Rhythm himself 🎵 “Har Har Mahadev” – A devotional Shivaratri song featuring group vocals and traditional instrumentation 🎵 “Pahuna Ghar” – A collaborative track released in 2025, showcasing his continued evolution as a composer