Dr. Sameer Mani Dixit is a leading Nepalese immunologist and founder of the Center for Molecular Dynamics Nepal (CMDN). With a PhD from Western Sydney University, he has shaped Nepal’s infectious disease research, COVID-19 response, and AMR strategy. He is also a cycling activist and popular TV host, helping position Nepal as a regional leader in biomedical research.

Subin Bhattarai is a renowned Nepalese writer and columnist, best known for his bestselling novels like Summer Love and Saaya. In 2025, he released his novel, Chameli ko Phool Baijani Rumaal, continuing to capture the hearts of readers with his unique storytelling and deep exploration of human emotions.

Bhaskar Raj Rajkarnikar is a Nepali media entrepreneur, Chairman of Avenues Television, and former FNCCI Senior Vice President. He leads Media Alliance Nepal and helped implement the 2024 media–advertising Code of Conduct. He remains a prominent and veteran figure in Nepal’s media sector.

Nisha Adhikari is a Nepali actress, producer, mountaineer, and social advocate best known for films like First Love and Soongava. In 2013, she became the first Nepali actress to summit Mount Everest. A former Miss International Nepal (2005), she actively champions women’s health and youth empowerment, and recently joined the Gatishil Loktantrik Party in 2025.

Miraj Dhungana is a Nepalese Gen Z activist who rose to prominence during the youth-led protests of September 2025. He leads the “Garikhana Deu” (Let Us Earn a Living) campaign, advocating for economic dignity, employment, and transparent governance. Dhungana has pledged to boycott elections until Nepal adopts a directly elected executive system and grants voting rights to Nepalis abroad, emerging as a key voice for youth-led political reform.

Ujan Shakya is a Nepali singer, songwriter, and music producer known for mixing Newa (Nepal Bhasa) sounds with modern pop and afrobeat. He became popular with his viral song “Maicha” (2020) and continued his success with “Baby” and “Kumari” in 2025. He combines tradition and modern music to create a fresh and unique sound in Nepal’s music scene.

Anjan Shrestha is the Senior Vice President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI). He is also the Executive Director of Laxmi Group, a diversified conglomerate spanning confectionery, dairy, automobiles, steel, packaging, healthcare, and more, employing roughly 1,001–5,000 people.

DK Sagar, AKA “Yadav Sarkar,” is an up-and-coming Nepali rapper putting Maithili rap on the map. Rising from Janakpur, he shot to fame with “Jan Chetna,” a breakout track that racked up millions of views. His earlier hits include “Futal Nasib” and “Xutkara”. Today, DK Yadav stands out as one of the most promising voices in the rising Mithila rap scene.

Diwiz Piya Lama is a Nepali MMA coach and practitioner, who also is leading Kathmandu’s Lock & Roll MMA and pushing Nepal’s MMA scene forward. He mentors top fighters like Rabindra Dhant and helps run Nepal Warriors Championship, blending coaching, competition, and media to grow the sport. He’s also a co-host of the popular podcast Guff Guff Pass.

Arpan Thapa is a popular Nepali actor and filmmaker known for pioneering realistic, character-driven cinema in Nepal since 2011. Trained at the Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Lab in Mumbai, he is among firsts to introduce method acting in Nepali films. Arpan has acted in over 30 films and directed around five, often exploring complex, morally grey characters and socially relevant themes like corruption, disability, and conflict.