Asmita Adhikari

Asmita Adhikari is a multi-talented Nepali singer who has made a remarkable mark in the Nepali music industry within a short period of time. She was born on April 14, 1996, in Damak, Jhapa, Nepal. From a young age, Asmita showed a deep interest in music, although her formal education was initially focused on nursing. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) and is a registered nurse by profession. However, her passion and dedication toward music eventually led her to pursue a full-time career in the music field.

Asmita rose to national fame through her outstanding performance in Nepal Idol Season 2 in 2018, where she secured the position of third runner-up. This competition became a turning point in her life, launching her into the mainstream music scene of Nepal. Her first major breakthrough came with the female version of the song “Timro Mayale Bandhera Rakha,” which quickly gained popularity and introduced her powerful voice to a wide audience. She followed this success with a string of hit songs including “Sali Man Paryo” (a duet with Kali Prasad Baskota), “Tadha Vaye Pani,” “Lajjawati Jhar,” and “Babari Rang,” all of which garnered millions of views on YouTube and streaming platforms.

She has lent her voice to many popular Nepali films such as Ghamad Shere, A Mero Hajur 4, Ma Yesto Geet Gauchhu 2, and Chapali Height. Her contributions to Nepali music have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Chhinnalata Geet Puraskar for new talent and two National Music Awards in 2023 for Best Duet Song (“Lajjawati Jhar”) and Best Female Playback Singer (“Babari Rang”).

In 2023, Asmita made history as the first Nepali female singer to headline a solo concert tour across 12 major cities in the United States, including New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, and Atlanta. The tour was a huge success and further solidified her status as an international music icon for the Nepali diaspora.

On the personal front, Asmita is in a loving relationship with singer and composer Mahesh Kafle. The couple got engaged in June 2025 at the iconic Burj Khalifa in Dubai and tied the knot in March of the same year. Their partnership, both musical and personal, has been celebrated widely by fans.

Today, Asmita Adhikari stands as one of the most respected and admired artists in Nepal. Her journey from nursing to music is a story of courage, passion, and determination. With her soulful voice, strong stage presence, and ever-growing list of accomplishments, she continues to inspire thousands of young artists across the country and abroad.