A Look Back at 2082: The Most Viewed Nepali Songs of the Year

Kathmandu. As time flows incessantly, the year 2082, which has now passed, remained significant for Nepali music. This year, the Nepali music market saw the arrival of numerous songs ranging from folk, modern, pop, and rap to film soundtracks. While some songs managed to heat up the market, others came and went without the audience even noticing.

This year, many singers, including current Prime Minister Balen Shah, made significant contributions to the music scene. Several songs managed to garner millions of views on YouTube by riding the waves of TikTok and Reels.

Towards the end of the year, Prime Minister Balen Shah's song 'Jai Mahakali' set a record for the most-watched song within 24 hours. There were many songs that reached millions of views this year. It was observed that the audience appreciated everything from film and modern music to folk-dohori and rap songs. Here are the top ten most-watched songs on YouTube this year.

10) Shirma Shirbandi:

'Shirma Shirbandi' is a song featuring the vocals of popular singer Samiksha Adhikari. The folk-romantic song features lyrics by Sujit Khatri. Subash Khatri has accompanied Samiksha in the vocals and also composed the music. As of the time of writing, this song has garnered over 25.8 million views. Apart from Samiksha, Prabhat Pal Thakuri is seen in the music video.

9) Doko Bunne Niyalo Choyale:

'Doko Bunne Niyalo Choyale' is a song included in the film 'Kumari'. With lyrics by Sagar Lamichhane Magar and Suman Tamang, the music is composed by Suman Tamang and Kehar. The song features the vocals of Keharsingh Limbu.

Abishek Khadka and Akriti Rajbhandari have acted in the song within the film. Choreographed by Shishir Khati, this song has garnered over 26.4 million views on YouTube as of the time of writing.

8) Jane Bhaye Jam Maya:

'Jane Bhaye Jam Maya' is a song by singer Durgesh Thapa. Brought in collaboration with vlogger Sisan Baniya and Gurans Nani, the lyrics, music, and arrangement are all by Durgesh. The song, featuring vocals by Durgesh, Sisan, and Alhaji Gero, stars Durgesh, Sisan, and Gurans Nani in the video. The song, which became very popular on social media platforms like TikTok and Reels, has garnered over 27.9 million views as of the time of writing.

7) Jhaliko:

'Jhaliko' is a song by Arjun Sapkota. The lyrics, featuring a catchphrase by Krishna Reule, were written by Santosh Sapkota. The song, composed by Arjun himself, features the vocals of Melina Rai and Samiksha Adhikari. The video, which expresses the emotions of a loving couple, features Arjun Sapkota and Kusum Bhandari. This song, which also gained popularity on social media, has garnered over 28.9 million views as of the time of writing.

6) Chaina Ra Maya:

'Chaina Ra Maya' is a song by popular folk singer Prakash Dutraj. Released on the occasion of Dashain, this song has also been highly appreciated. With lyrics and music by Dutraj himself, the song features vocals by Prakash and Melina Rai. Krishna KC arranged the music. The video features singer Prakash and Anjali GC. The song has garnered over 31 million views as of the time of writing.

5) Aunty Lover:

'Aunty Lover' is a song that could be heard everywhere recently, from fairs and festivals to parties and picnics. The romantic-style song by singer Kala Lamsal features lyrics and music by Ramesh Pariyar. Ashish Aviral has accompanied singer Lamsal in the vocals. The video features Kala Lamsal and Badri Prasad Tiwari. The video, which satirizes young men who look for older women, was directed by Mausam Himali. As of the time of writing, the song, which also went viral on TikTok and social media for some time, has garnered over 34.4 million views.

4) Putali, Maya Lamna Ho:

'Putali Maya Lamna Ho', a romantic-style song featuring the vocals of singer Alina Chauhan and Ashish Aviral, is also among the most-viewed songs of the year. With lyrics by Bhishma Raj Phulara and music by Rajendra Bajgain, the video features Pradip Lama and Juna Sundas. The video was directed by Sunil BK. Choreographed by Siyon Shrestha, the song has garnered over 35.8 million views on YouTube as of the time of writing.

3) Chainijo Jindaganima:

'Chainijo Jindaganima' is also a song from the film 'Unko Sweater'. The folk-style song features the vocals of Sujan Chapagain and Salina BK. With lyrics by Harka Saud and music by Sujan, the video features the dance of Alex Paras and Pariksha Limbu. With choreography by Roshan BK, the dance, expressions, and costumes of Alex and Pariksha remind one of the pair Dilip and Niruta. The song, which received good priority on TikTok and social media, has garnered over 36.1 million views as of the time of writing.

2) Kafle:

The song 'Kafle' from the film 'Unko Sweater' is also among the most appreciated songs this year. This song, in a different style, features the vocals of Jhuma Limbu and Sujan Chapagain. With lyrics by Yubaraj Kafle and music by Jhuma Limbu, the song has garnered over 43.9 million views as of the time of writing. This song, which was prioritized from TikTok to Reels, features the acting of Bipin Karki and Miruna Magar. The song has made a significant contribution to the success of the musical love story film 'Unko Sweater'.

1) Nyauli Banaima:

'Nyauli Banaima' is a film song. Included in the film 'Baristha Balram', this song is among the most popular songs of the year. Released on Ashoj 8, the song has been viewed over 44.8 million times on YouTube as of the time of writing, making it the most-viewed song of the year. Featuring the vocals of Prashant Shivakoti and Shanti Shree Pariyar, the song has lyrics and music by Prashant himself. The video features the acting of Bijay Baral and Samriddhi Aryal.