Draft:Deepak Bajracharya

Deepak Bajracharya
दीपक बज्राचार्य
BornMay 2
Occupations
  • Singer
  • Lyricist
  • Music Composer
  • Guitarist
Years active1990 - Present
SpouseAmira Bajracharya
Children2
Websitedeepakbajracharya.com.np

Deepak Bajracharya (born: May 2; Nepali: दीपक बज्राचार्य) is a Nepali singer, music composer, lyricist, and guitarist. He is known for his contributions to the field of modern Nepali pop and fusion music. He has created a new genre by blending cultural originality into modern Nepali pop music.

Early Life

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Deepak Bajracharya was born in Lalitpur, Nepal. Due to his interest in music from a young age, he stepped into the Nepali music industry in the 1990s,[1], he gained recognition for his performances and music.

He has completed his Secondary education from Arniko Boarding School, Latlipur and higher education at Patan Multiple Campus in Lalitpur, Nepal. He enrolled for bachelors degree in Commerce; however he dropped out from the college and never completed the course.[2]

Career

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He sang his first solo song "Chhodi Gayo Priye" at the city hall in 1988.[3] However; he began his musical career as a member of the band Lituluns in 1990.[4] His songs such as "Samjhi Baschu", "Kaali Kaali", "Mayalu", and "Jhyalbata" gained popularity among Nepali music lovers. These songs clearly reflect the balance between Western musical influences and traditional Nepali melodies in his singing style. His song "O Amira" brought him recognition at the international level.

His music style is known as "World Music Fusion", which blends traditional Nepali instruments such as the madal and bansuri with modern musical arrangements. Bajracharya's live performances are known for his presence of mind during the performance and he has performed in various countries including India, the United States, Australia, and several European nations.

He has been working as the Managing Director of Royaltone Records Pvt. Ltd. since 2000.

The Rhythm Band

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  • Deepak Bajracharya – Vocals
  • Firoj Bajracharya – Guitar
  • Rojan Kayastha – Guitar/Bass Guitar
  • Ricky Shakya – Drums & Percussion
  • Bicky Shakya – Bass Guitar

Social Work

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His music blends entertainment with cultural identity by using traditional instruments such as the dhime, madal, and sarangi, he has contributed to create interest in traditional Nepali music among younger audiences.

In 2011, he was associated with the Cancer Relief Society in the United States of America to promote Nepal Tourism. Following the devastating earthquake in Nepal in 2015, he actively contributed to relief efforts by organizing benefit concerts and fundraising events to support reconstruction and assist earthquake victims.[5]

Musical Journey

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Deepak Bajracharya is recognized in the Nepali music industry since early 2000 and later he revived his presence by his hit song "Man Magan". His work has been appreciated by audiences across different age groups not limited within a certain generation[6]

During a concert in the United States in 2007, a member of the audience approached him and said, “I don’t understand why we should watch your concert. Your music sounds similar to ours, and we don’t understand Nepali. Is it only the language that makes it Nepali music?” The comment strike him, leading to the realization that their work had yet to make a distinct contribution to the identity of Nepali music. After returning to Nepal, he decided to blend traditional Nepali musical instruments and rhythms into the pop genre, aiming to create a sound that was both contemporary and reflecting local culture.[7]

In 2011, he toured across the United States to promote Nepal Tourism Year 2011 as a social ambassador of Nepal Tourism Year 2011[8], highlighting Nepal’s musical heritage.[9]

In 2023, he started a campaign called "Project Najeek" with a tagline "A step closer to you".[10] This campaign is aimed at strengthen the connection between musicians and audiences.[11] Under this initiative, he releases songs that blend traditional and modern styles.

Deepak Bajracharya has served as a judge on Nepali television programs, including the second season of the reality singing competition Nepali Tara in 2007, and has also been involved in other TV projects such as co-hosting The Musical Medicine Show (TMMS) with his daughter Cherisa Bajracharya.[12]

Awards

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Year Award Category
1997 Hits FM Music Awards Best Vocal Performance [13]
2000 Aaha Music Awards Best Male Vocal Performance[13]
2003 Aaha Pop Music Awards Best Male Vocal Performance in Pop Music[1]
2003 International Icon Malta International Icon[1]
2003 Album Of The Year for his 5th studio album “Asar” Taal Music Award[1]
2018 Best Singer Pop (Male) Radio Kantipur National Music Awards 2074[14]
2020 Record of the Year (Manmagan) 23rd Hits FM Music Awards[13]
2023 Legendary Arts Award Fashion Fare Awards 2023[15]

Discography

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S.N. Album Name Released Year[16]
1 Assai Assma 1990
2 Deepak Bajracharya 1993
3 Samaya 1997
4 Geet 2000
5 Asar 2002
6 Jhumi Jhumi 2004
7 On Rush 2011

International Concert tours

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  • US Tour 2007 (1 September to 15 November 2007) (Midwest America joint convention in Atlanta)[17]
  • US Tour 2011 as a social ambassador of Nepal Tourism Year 2011
  • Europe Tour 2018 (11th -26 August 2018) (Oslo,Norway - 11th August, Hamburg, Germany - 18 August, Helsinki, Finland - 26 August)
  • Australia Tour 2022 (6th – 26th November 2022) (Multi-city tour across Australia, performing at various festivals and events)[18]
  • Japan Tour 2023

Personal Life

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Deepak Bajracharya's wife's name is Amira Bajracharya. They have two children: a daughter, Cherisa Bajracharya, and a son, Dion Bajracharya.[19][20]

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d "Deepak Bajracharya with new folk tune 'Kancho Maya'". GorakhaPatra. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
  2. ^ "5 things about Deepak Bajracharya". www.myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com. 2024-08-08. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
  3. ^ "Deepak Bajracharya back after six years". myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com. 2024-08-08. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
  4. ^ "Deepak Bajracharya - Artist Profile, Bio, Songs, & more". Retrieved 2025-06-10.
  5. ^ Nabina (2015-06-22). "Music for a cause". The Himalayan Times. Retrieved 2025-05-13.
  6. ^ "Deepak Bajracharya defined an era in Nepali music. But where is he 'lost' these days? - OnlineKhabar English News". 2023-03-20. Retrieved 2025-06-09.
  7. ^ "It's a new beginning for me, says Deepak Bajracharya". myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com. 2024-08-08. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  8. ^ "Mad about music". myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com. 2024-08-08. Retrieved 2025-06-09.
  9. ^ "Deepak Bajracharya - Artist Profile, Bio, Songs, & more". Retrieved 2025-05-19.
  10. ^ "Deepak Bajracharya launched 'Project Najeek', a campaign to bring audiences and musicians closer together – Entertainment | News | Events | PMST Nepal". 2023-07-03. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
  11. ^ "Deepak Bajracharya with new folk tune 'Kancho Maya'". GorakhaPatra. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
  12. ^ "How singer Deepak Bajracharya and his daughter Cherisa are bridging the generation gap through a TV show". Nepal Live Today. Retrieved 2025-05-19.
  13. ^ a b c "Sabin Rai and The Pharaoh win big at the annual Hits FM music awards". kathmandupost.com. Retrieved 2025-05-11.
  14. ^ "Radio Kantipur honours year's outstanding musical talents". kathmandupost.com. Retrieved 2025-05-20.
  15. ^ "Second edition of 'Fashion Fare Award 2023' held". GorakhaPatra. Archived from the original on 2023-07-02. Retrieved 2025-05-20.
  16. ^ "Nepali Singer Deepak Bajracharya Biography, News, Photos, Videos". nettv4u. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
  17. ^ Singh, Rishi (2007-08-29). "Bajracharya and band to rock US". The Himalayan Times. Retrieved 2025-05-21.
  18. ^ "Singer Deepak Bajracharya to perform in Australia". Nepal News. Retrieved 2025-05-21.
  19. ^ Wilson (2023-12-06). "Deepak Bajracharya Biography | Musical Journey". Retrieved 2025-05-11.
  20. ^ "Nepal's Melodic Maestro: A Father and Daughters Musical Tale". Nepal's Melodic Maestro: A Father and Daughters Musical Tale. 2024-01-23. Retrieved 2025-06-09.