Yubaraj Chaulagain

Kiran KC, known popularly as Raata Makai (राता मकै), is a Nepalese actor, producer, television personality, singer, entrepreneur and philanthropist. He is known for his comic timing. He is also known for his performance in Je Bho Ramrai Bho (2003), Ta Ta Sarai Bigris Ni Badri (2000) and Jire Khursani (2003 – present). He has been actively associated with television since its early days in Nepal and has appeared in a handful of comedy pieces. He has been seen on the Nepali comedyTV Serial Jhire Khursani and became popular among Nepali viewers as Rata Makai (राता मकै).

Durga Prasad Khatiwada is a renowned Nepali bansuri (flute) maestro, educator, and cultural ambassador, originally from Ilam. A graduate of Banaras Hindu University with a Master’s in Flute (2003), he has performed in over 20 countries, representing Nepal at prestigious events—including during state visits by leaders like Xi Jinping and Narendra Modi. Khatiwada is a music officer at Rastriya Nachghar and has taught classical music at institutions like Lalit Kala Campus and Sirjana College of Fine Arts. He pioneered flute education in Nepal’s higher education system by developing formal curricula. His international teaching includes sessions in Norway, Sweden, Germany, and France. Inspired early on by Gopal Yonjan, Khatiwada has dedicated his life to promoting classical music as the foundation of all musical forms. His performances and teachings emphasize peace, discipline, and cultural identity, making him a vital figure in Nepal’s musical heritage.

Utsab Panday (born 2003) is an accomplished Nepali film director, editor, and VFX Supervisor whose innovative approach is redefining contemporary storytelling in Nepal’s film and media industry. As the founder and CEO of Hunk Creation, a creative production house based in Kathmandu, he leads a talented team specializing in short films, music videos, commercials, and digital content production. Panday’s unique strength lies in his ability to seamlessly integrate his expertise in visual effects and editing into his directorial vision, creating visually compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. With over five years of experience in multimedia and two years focused on film direction, he has quickly garnered recognition and won more than ten awards for his work, reflecting both his artistic skill and technical mastery. Panday’s projects are marked by meticulous attention to detail, innovative storytelling techniques, and a strong emotional core, making him a sought-after director in Nepal’s evolving creative landscape. At just 22 years old, Panday represents a new generation of filmmakers who embrace both traditional cinematic principles and cutting-edge digital technology. His commitment to pushing creative boundaries while maintaining narrative integrity has positioned him as a leading voice in Nepal’s film community, poised to influence the industry’s future with fresh perspectives and bold ideas.

Born to a musical family, it might have been expected of Shreya Sotang to become a singer like both her parents, however, it never came to her as she was growing up in the family. It happened after she completed her plus two levels. It had just come as a thought and she shared it with her parents Uday and Manila Sotang who helped her and supported her to bring out her own album. Although she used to listen to her parents’ songs while she was growing up, she never thought she would be recording a song of her own but she did and today we have a complete family of singers. To be a part of Uday and Manila’s family and to carry the legacy is definitely a tough job. But with determination, there could be nothing impossible and although she has an influential background when it comes to music, she tries not to use it but achieve her goals on her own. Uday and Manila Sotang are one of the most popular singer duos in Nepal and after the entry of Shreya Sotang in the music scenario, they have a complete family of singers.