Kathmandu, Nepal – The vibrancy of Nepali music was celebrated in grand style during the 15th installment of the Bindabasini Music Awards, held at the prestigious Rastriya Nach Ghar. With the ceremony including 17 competitive categories, five special recognitions, and ten show-stopping musical performances, the evening was a testament to the rich tapestry of Nepal’s musical talent.
Among the evening’s top honorees was folk sensation Arjun Sapkota, who clinched the Best Folk Singer (Male) award with his popular track ‘Basyau Alakkai’. The songwriting prowess of Santosh Sapkota was acknowledged with the Jury Award for Best Song for his lyrically poignant ‘Dukha Satmala’. Adding to the celebration of music, ‘Jun Maya’ captured the title of Best Song of the Year, resonating with audiences and critics alike.
The Sugam Sangeet (contemporary music) categories were equally competitive. Raj Singdel received accolades as the Best Male Singer for his heartfelt rendition in ‘Hridayama’. Usha Gajurel’s melodious voice in ‘Mausam Aaula’ earned her the Best Female Singer award. The category also celebrated Shridhar Adhikari, who took home the Best Music Composer for his work in ‘Chhau Ni Timi Aaha’, and the duo of Baikuntha Mahat and Benisha Poudel, who were named Best Duet for their performance in ‘Pirim Gadi’.
In the field of music videos, Binod Shrestha and Usha Subedi were honored as the Best Model Duo for their portrayal in the visually captivating ‘Bidaai 2’. The folk genre shone brightly, with Kabita Khatri receiving the award for Best Folk Singer (Female) for her heartfelt ‘Namaste Dhogdiyaa’. The folk awards continued with Khem Pun’s win for Best Folk Tune in ‘Marne Sui Laideu’, Narayan Gyawali being recognized for Best Folk Lyrics in ‘Kanya Rashi’, and Nishan Baniya taking the title for Best Folk Video Director with ‘Bhagyamai Runa Lekheko’.
The modern music scene also saw its stars recognized. Bishal Ghimire was awarded Best Modern Video Director for ‘Meri Bathi Maya’ while Amrit Chapagain took home the Best Video Editor award for his exceptional work on ‘Mayalu’. Pawan Susling’s cinematographic expertise in ‘Mayalai Panko Paat’ earned him the Best Cinematographer award. The evening also highlighted emerging talent with Prem Sapkota Sonu earning the New Singing Talent Award for his track ‘Aru Ta Ke Bhanu Mayalu’.
The interaction between artists and their fans was highlighted as Juna Bishwakarma received the Public Choice Award for ‘Maya Aune Bus’. Furthermore, Anil Poudel’s ‘Maya Aune Bus’ also snagged the Popular Song Award, cementing its place as a fan favorite.
The jury awards further acknowledged artistic achievements with Smriti Timilsina being named Best Director for ‘Nepalma Rail Kahile Aaulaan’. Sanjay Devkota was recognized as Best Male Singer for ‘Kura Bujhideu’, while Bikram Budhathoki and Elina Rayamajhi were celebrated as the Best Acting Duo for their roles in ‘Hare Maile Mayama’. Khem Century was also highlighted for his musical composition skills with the award for Best Music Composer for ‘Tallo Bato’.
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