Bipul Chettri is a musician from India who combines traditional Himalayan folk music with a modern style. He primarily sings in Nepali and has released several songs, including his first album "Sketches of Darjeeling" in 2014, followed by "Maya" in 2016 and six singles - 'Basant', 'Gahiro Gahiro', 'Ashish', 'Teesta', 'Mughlan' and Neela Akash in the subsequent years. He currently lives in New Delhi, India and his latest EP, 'Samaya', was made available in 2021.
Chhetri's emergence in the music industry came with the release of his beautiful track "Dadelo" on SoundCloud (audio distribution platform) in February 2013, which showcased his singing and musical abilities and opened the way for his first music album, "Sketches of Darjeeling".
The album was well received, and Bipul was recognized as the top-selling artist for 2014-15 and ranked among the top ten for 2015-16 on the indie retail music site OKListen.com in India. He also won several awards for his work, including "Pop-Rock Album of the Year" and "Best Pop-Rock Composition of the Year" for his song "Syndicate", as well as "Best Male Pop Vocal Performance of the Year" at the Hero Hits FM 91.2 Awards. Subsequently, he released his second album, "Maya," and followed it up with a series of singles, including "Basant," "Gahiro Gahiro," "Ashish," "Teesta," "Mughlan," and "Neela Akash," as well as his most recent EP, "Samaya," which was released in 2021. Bipul is currently associated with "The Travelling Band" for his live performances.
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Discography
- Sketches of Darjeeling (2014)
- Maya (2016)
- Teesta (Single - 2019)
- Basant (Single - 2017)
- Gahiro Gahiro (Single - 2018)
- Samaya (2021)
- Mughlan (Single - 2019)
- Aashish (Single - 2019)
- Neela Akash (Single - 2020)
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Chhetri is popular in Nepal for his music. Also, he gained fame for his distinctive musical style that combines Nepali folk tunes with western musical elements. He is highly regarded for his ability to modernize traditional folk music and has earned a large fan following with his music. Chhetri has made a significant contribution to Nepali music field by producing various series of songs.
Syndicate
Chettri believes that the storyline of Syndicate is uncomplicated and revolves around two regular individuals who share a public space but have their own imaginative worlds, which they sometimes indulge in. The upbeat and funky rhythm of the song is sure to get you grooving. Syndicate was honored with two awards at the 2015 Hits FM Music Awards for Best Pop/Rock Composition and Best Male Pop Vocal Performance.
Asar
Chettri drew inspiration from the Nepali monsoon season when writing his song "Ashar". Asar is the Nepali word for the monsoon season, which has held a special place in Chettri's heart since his childhood. According to him, the gentle pattering of rain on tin roofs is one of the most delightful sounds he has ever heard, and this was the driving force behind the creation of his beautiful song.
Ram Saili
"Ram Saili, Chhetri's favorite song, thanks to Narendra Mohan Chhetri's brilliant composition, captivates the fans with its soft and soothing melody. The unique beauty of the song lies in its soft and melodious melodies, which are loved by many."
Dadhelo
Chhetri wrote and composed his first song "Dadhelo" (Wild Fire) in 2013. His first song was uploaded in 2014 on his own YouTube channel. Furthermore, after that he immediately gained a huge audience because of his versatility in Nepali music. The song is a part of Chhetri's first album "Sketches of Darjeeling" and the song has a distinctive tone from other Nepali music which has made it more popular with the audience. His song has easily won the hearts of people, which gives him fame.
Deurali
The song "Deurali" was beautifully composed by Bipul Chettri eight years ago and starts with a stunning guitar melody. What sets this song apart is the use of sarangi, which gives it an ethereal quality. Like many of Chettri's works, Deurali is part of the Sketches of Darjeeling album. In this song, Chhetri expresses his desire to start anew and escape from the chaos of the world by going far away.
Junkeri
Junkeri is a track from Chettri's second album called "Maya" (Love). It's a pleasing song that features gentle guitar picking, shaker, and sarangi (Nepali folk instrument). The lyrics convey the singer's desire to soar like a firefly, although they're uncertain where they're headed. This track was released on YouTube in 2016.
Ashish
The song "Aashish" holds a very special place in Bipul Chettri's heart as he wrote it after the birth of his daughter. He feels that anyone who has become a parent can connect with the song's message. The lyrics are heartfelt and encourage children to live life to the fullest.
Katai Uslai
The song 'Katai Nale' was released in 2021 on Chhetri's own YouTube channel. Chhetri describes it as a touching expression of the desire for closure, forgiveness, and redemption, where the protagonist wants to turn back time and make amends. Adding depth and variety to the visual representation of the song's message, the music video showcases a diverse cast of people from various walks of life, including artists, models and others.
Gahiro Gahiro
One of Chhetri's most emotional songs is "Gahiro Gahiro". What sets this song apart and gives it its soulful quality is the arrangement which includes the beautiful sounds of cello, Irish tin whistle and flute. This song was released in 2018 AD.
Mountain High
"Mountain High" is a rock-influenced song featured on the album "Sketches of Darjeeling." Unlike "Wildfire/Dadhelo," this song has a strong emphasis on rock music with heavy instrumentals that give it a lively and energetic musical vibe. It's the perfect tune to listen to if you're in the mood for some headbanging or want to feel pumped up.