Sima Thapa

Sima Thapa is a talented and rising figure in Nepal’s folk and Dohori music industry, known for her powerful voice and dedication to both music and healthcare. Born on January 4, 2000 (20 Poush 2056 B.S.) in Musikot Municipality-6, Gulmi, she began singing at a young age, despite having no musical background in her family. After completing her SLC from Vidya Mandir School, Baglung, she pursued a medical career, working at Tilottama Hospital and Denish Clinic. Her passion for music reignited in Butwal, where she trained in classical vocals under Sarita Panthi. Moving to Kathmandu to study CMLT (Lab Technician) at the School of Medical Science, Sima embraced live Dohori, earning widespread acclaim through platforms like Sarangi Sansar and Indreni. Today, she stands as a dual force—an aspiring healthcare professional and a celebrated folk singer.

Career:

• Debut Song: “Khusiko Pal” – Released on May 26, 2021
• Live Dohori: Over 500 performances, including with Raju Pariyar, Chandra Sharma, and others
• Popular Platforms: Sarangi Sansar, E-Nepal Rodhi Ghar, Tirsana Rodhi, Khelau Juhari, Indreni
• Career Mentor: Baikuntha Mahat, Kamal Kumar BK
• Music Training: Under Sarita Panthi at Bageshwori Sangeetalaya

Lifestyle:

• Originally intended to pursue a medical career
• Worked as a lab assistant in Butwal
• Currently studying CMLT in Kathmandu
• Balances her music career with medical studies
• Strongly committed to remaining in Nepal and contributing locally
• Influenced by folk icons such as Bishnu Majhi, Puskal Sharma, Devi Gharti, and Kushal Belbase

Awards:

• Best Female Folk Debut Singer – Bharati International Music Awards 2024, Chandigarh, India
• Best Female Folk Singer (Jury Category) – Sagarmatha Music Award 2081, Thailand
• Public Choice Award – Chinari Teej Music Award, for “Natkai Badi Mayalu”
• Srashta Samman 2081 – Awarded by Asta Laxmi Shakya, Nepal’s first female Chief Minister
• Best Dohori Female Singer – 8th National Inclusive Music Awards 2081
• Best Folk Dohori Female Singer – 5th Rastriya Sadhana Music Awards 2081