Kathmandu: Singer Chetan Rai has released a new song titled “Dashain Tihar,” celebrating the cultural significance, traditions, and festive spirit of Nepal’s two major festivals, Dashain and Tihar. The song has been released along with its official music video.
Written, composed, and performed by Chetan Rai, the song highlights the joy of festivals, family bonds, mutual harmony, and Nepal’s rich cultural heritage. It conveys the message that festivals such as Dashain and Tihar strengthen family relationships, brotherhood, and social unity in Nepali society.
The music production was handled by Sabir Karki, while Suraj Gopali was responsible for mixing and mastering. The song features Bikash Sunar on bass guitar, Ratna B.K. on flute, Sabir Karki on rhythm and lead guitar, and Kamal Kumar B.K. on sarangi.
The music video features Chetan Rai, Chahana Rai, Chirayu Bikram Rai, Sumi Lama, Parbata Rai, Ramesh Pathak, Shila Gajurel, Aayusha Rana Magar, Kriti Shrestha, Varun Kumar Acharya, Ramkrishna Shrestha, Santoshi Karki, Prabin Puri, Sagar Basyal, Rovi Pun, Dipesh Shah, Madhu Pudasaini, Amar Chaudhary, Raju Lama, Mahesh Pradhan, and other artists.
The cinematography was handled by Ramit Bohara and his team. Hem Narayan Shrestha was responsible for editing and colour grading, while Prabin Puri and Chetan Rai jointly directed the video. Makeup was done by Santoshi Karki.
Created with the aim of promoting Nepali art, culture, and traditions through music, “Dashain Tihar” is expected to capture the festive atmosphere while highlighting the cultural unity and values of Nepali society.
