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Bikki Gurung is a singer-songwriter known for hits like “Mari Jau,” “Kewal,” “Khali,” and “Dar Lagcha,” continuing to make waves in the Nepali music.

Priyanka Karki, Desal Lama, and Surabhi Raj Bhandari come together with Loveface Beauty to shape a fresh new era of Nepali beauty brand.

Malvika Subba is a Nepali media personality, trainer, host, and former Miss Nepal 2002.

Aman Pratap Adhikary, known as “Don Director,” is a Nepali television director and format creator. Abiral Pratap Adhikary is a Nepali actor working in theater and film.

Darshana Shrestha, President of FWEAN and founder of Nature Nepal, Roja Kiran Basukala, Deputy Director at Nepal Telecommunications Authority, and Rewati Gurung, Entrepreneur and founder of Kokroma.

Aakriti Ghimire is a Nepali policy professional and civic-tech advocate, founder of How to Desh Bikas, focused on governance, transparency, and youth engagement in Nepal.

Aanchal Kunwar is the Managing Director of Daraz Nepal, Nepal's largest e-commerce platform.

Shreya Upadhyay and Kritika Lamsal are the founders of Sweet Fix, a homegrown Nepali popsicle brand established in 2018.

Luna Luitel, Miss Nepal World 2025 and Nepal's representative at Miss World 2026. Pramod Ratna Kansakar, Director and founding figure of The Hidden Treasure, and a long-time administrator of the Miss Nepal.

Dr. Nikunja Yogi is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Head of Department of Neurosurgery at Upendra Devkota Memorial Neuro Hospital.

Medin Lamichhane is a Nepali educator and the founding principal of Ullens School, currently serving as its Chief Academic Officer.

Abhimanyu Dixit, a Nepali filmmaker, alongside Usha Rajak and Aanchal Sharma, Nepali actresses, came together for their upcoming film Ek Mutthi Badal, releasing on May 15.

Diwiz Piya Lama, Nepalese Muay Thai & Jiu-Jitsu fighter, host of Guff Guff Pass, founder of Nepal Warriors Championship and coach. Rabindra Dhant, professional MMA fighter, known for his debut win at ONE Championship in Thailand and on the path to the UFC.

Anil Keshary Shah, a banking professional with over 30 years of experience, currently serves as Director at Nabil Bank. He became the bank's first Nepali CEO in 2004 and has contributed to its growth over the years.

Deepak Thapaliya, General Manager at Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, Rupesh Sharma Bhatta, Vice President at SPG Automobiles Pvt. Ltd, and Sunil Bahadur Chhetri, General Manager at Paramount Motors Pvt Ltd.

Rakshit Bhimsaria is a Director at the Bhimsaria Group, overseeing Genxt (Generation Next Communication Pvt. Ltd.), the authorized distributor and service providers for Apple, Dell, and HP.

Dr. Dhananjay Regmi is a Member of Parliament from Syangja-1 and a glaciologist by training.

Shiva Prasad Ghimire is a Nepali Businessman, the Founder and Chairman of SG Group, a conglomerate spanning energy, automobiles, media, and infrastructure sectors.

Prof. Dr. Manish Pokharel, Dean of the School of Engineering at Kathmandu University.

Manoj Gyawali is a Nepali Chartered Accountant and banking executive, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Nabil Bank Limited.

Tulsi Ghimire is a veteran filmmaker who defined mainstream Nepali cinema, renowned for blockbuster family dramas including Kusume Rumal, Lahure, Chino, Deuta, and Darpan Chhaya.

Shivanee Thapa Basnyat is a Senior News Editor at NTV specializing in politics and foreign affairs. Shree Pandey is a Senior Sub Editor, anchor, and producer at Image TV.

Yodda aka Shanam Gurung, is a Nepali rapper and an active voice in Nepali hip-hop (Nephop), known for songs like Kharab Bani, Goppey and Agnipath.

Alok Khatri, AI educator and co-founder of Tangible Careers is helping non-technical professionals master AI skills, Amit Timalsina, founder of Blintic AI and Algentech, building AI systems in his early 20s, Aayush Shrestha, stand-up comedian, engineer, and full-stack developer.

Hari Bansha Acharya is a legendary Nepali actor, comedian, director, singer, and writer. Joining him is Achut Sitaula, a Nepali neurotherapy practitioner associated with LMNT Neurotherapy.

Hon. Anil Kumar Sinha serves as a Minister in the interim government, overseeing the portfolios of Industry, Law, Tourism, and Energy, and is also a distinguished lawyer and former Justice of the Supreme Court.

Utsav Sapkota and Kshitiz KC are the hosts of the popular podcast Chill Pill, bringing laughs and fun conversations every episode. Joining them is Aayush Shrestha, a multi-talented stand-up comedian, engineer, and full-stack developer.

Sonia Awale, Editor and Science/Environment Correspondent at Nepali Times, Enna Mool, environmental researcher and consultant focusing on air pollution and climate change, Shakriya Pandey, CEO & Co-Founder of VayuDrishti, Nepal.

Dr. Hemu Kafle, Scientist at the Center for Water and Atmospheric Research (CENWAR), specializing in extreme climatic conditions and air pollution. Bhushan Tuladhar, Chairperson of Teach for Nepal, with over 30 years of experience in sustainable urban development and air quality advocacy.

Dr. Bhagawan Koirala, Cardiothoracic Surgeon and Chairman of the Kathmandu Institute of Child Health, and Dr. Rakshya Pandey, Pulmonologist and Critical Care Specialist.

Hon. Ram Prasad Bhandari, the Acting Election Commissioner at the Election Commission Nepal, overseeing 2026 electoral administration and safeguarding transparent democratic processes.

Chiri Babu Maharjan is a veteran Nepali politician from the Nepali Congress who has been serving as the Mayor of Lalitpur Metropolitan City since 2017. He previously served three terms as a ward chairperson in Lalitpur.

Prof. Avi Rivkind is Head of the Department of General Surgery and the Trauma Unit at Hadassah Medical centre in Jerusalem.

Hon. Shradha Shrestha is Minister for Women, Children and Senior Citizens and Chairperson of the Social Welfare Council, and a former senior manager at the Nepal Tourism Board with expertise in tourism, gender, and social welfare.

Suvash Chandra Joshi is a Nepali administrator serving as the Executive Director of the Pashupati Area Development Trust since 2024. Appointed through an open selection process, he manages the overall operations of the Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most sacred Hindu sites in the world.

Sony Ghale (Miss Nepal Earth 2025), Urusha Bhandari (Miss Nepal International 2025), and Deepshikha Nepal (Miss Nepal Cosmo 2025) came together for a conversation beyond the crown, covering advocacy, identity, purpose, and what it truly means to represent Nepal on a global stage.

Creators' मेला 2026: From Vision to Venture features Nepali content creators Elena Don, Shrishes Manandhar (Beman Baccha), and Anup Chau. They are known for their comedy skits and cultural commentary on Instagram and TikTok, with collaborations highlighting everyday Nepali life and youth culture.

Dr. Badri Rijal and Dr. Anil Bikram Karki are leading figures in Nepal's medical leadership. Dr. Rijal, a trauma surgeon and NMA Senior Vice President, is known for strengthening trauma care and advocating doctors' safety and rights, while Dr. Karki, NMA President and Nepal's first DM Clinical Hematology graduate, leads national medical advocacy and advances specialized blood-care services.

Siwangi Pradhan, a fashion designer celebrated for blending traditional craftsmanship with modern bridal couture, and Priyanka Karki, one of Nepal's most loved actress, filmmakers known for her impactful work in film.

Creators' मेला 2026: From Vision to Venture brings together Ekata D. Tandukar, Nepalgunjiya, and Sabin Magar, representing ethical influence, community storytelling, and creator-led entrepreneurship, showcasing how purpose-driven ideas evolve into sustainable ventures shaping Nepal's creator economy.

Binod Chaudhary is Nepal's first billionaire and chairman of CG Corp Global. He is a philanthropist, author, and politician, recognized for the Kalinga International Living Legend Award and his contributions to business, education, and disaster relief.

Shibir Shakya, Director and technical leader at International Sound Service (ISS), Rabin Shrestha, Owner and Director of Events at LOD (Lord of the Drinks) and Rajat Das, Founder of RA Designs and Business Head at VF Sets & Space. Together, they represent a new generation of creators and business leaders shaping Nepal's global entertainment and experience-design platforms.

Sudeep Bhaju is a Kathmandu-based filmmaker, best known for his documentary “Dimag Ghochne Manche” a powerful documentary chronicling the life and legacy of Ujjwal Thapa. Joining him is Aalok Subedi, a Nepali legal-tech entrepreneur and the CEO of MeroAdda, Nepal's leading legal platform which provides free legal Q&A services, practical legal guides, and compliance tools for SMEs.

Dr. Pramod Jaiswal is a Nepali geopolitical and strategic affairs expert focused on South Asian politics and Nepal's foreign policy. A JNU-trained international relations scholar, he is the Research Director at NIICE and is widely cited for his analysis of Nepal–India–China relations and regional power dynamics.

Asmi Shrestha, Miss Nepal World 2016, and Mike Harker, Public Affairs Chief at the U.S. Embassy Nepal, are joined here to talk about Creator's मेला by U.S. Embassy Nepal to celebrate the power of creators, explore the future of digital storytelling, and highlight the impact of content in Nepal.

Utsav Rasaili is an online media personality, best known as the host of the popular YouTube channel “Ramailo Chha,” where he interviews celebrities and discusses entertainment news from Nepal. He began his career in journalism and TV before starting his own platform. He has built a significant social media following through his digital content.

Pradip Paudel is a Nepali Congress politician and Member of Parliament for Kathmandu-5. A former president of the Nepal Student Union and central committee member since 2014, he served as Minister of Health and Population (2024–2025), implementing health-sector reforms, expanding public cancer care, and rolling out nationwide vaccination programs.

Hon. Bablu Gupta is a Nepali politician and activist who became Nepal's youngest Minister of Youth and Sports, symbolizing a generational shift in governance. Known for youth representation, transparency through live-streamed meetings, and social activism, he also leads the volunteer group 100's Group.

Biraj Bhakta Shrestha is a Nepali politician from the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), elected to the House of Representatives from Kathmandu‑8. He serves as Deputy Leader of the RSP Parliamentary Party and previously held the position of Minister of Youth and Sports. Shrestha is known for his focus on legislative strategy, party coordination, and reform-oriented politics.

Ranju Darshana is a Nepali politician and social activist, known for making history as the youngest female mayoral candidate in Kathmandu in 2017. She served as General Secretary of the Bibeksheel Sajha Party, which formally merged into the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) in late 2025 as part of a consolidation of alternative political forces ahead of the 2026 elections.

Dr. Chandra Kant (CK) Raut is a Nepali politician and former secessionist leader, best known for founding the Janamat Party and advocating for Madhesh rights.A former engineer and academic, he rose to prominence through the Free Madhesh movement before renouncing separatism and entering mainstream politics in 2019. Raut is regarded as a controversial yet influential figure in contemporary Nepali politics.