ON AIR WITH SANJAY SILWAL GUPTA

Umesh Shrestha (Salokya), Chairperson of Press Council Nepal and founder of MySansar, joins leading mental health experts Dr. Sagun Ballav Pant and Dr. Rachana Sharma Basnet for an important conversation on the stress of constant news consumption, coping with mental distress amid the tragic floods, the need to reduce screen time, and the importance of sleep in maintaining our overall well-being.

Anil Pokhrel is the former executive chief of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA)

Binod Parajuli is the Chief of the Flood Forecasting Section at the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) in Nepal.

Ramesh Bhushal is a prominent Nepali environmental journalist, writer, and the South Asia Coordinator for the Earth Journalism Network. He is widely known for his acclaimed 2024 travelogue-cum-memoir Chhalbato.

In this episode of On Air, we sit down with Dr. Sandeep Raj Kunwar, Head of the Digestive Disease Center at Norvic International Hospital, to break down common digestive issues, acidity, diet myths, and simple lifestyle fixes for long-term health

H.E. Veronique Lorenzo is the EU Ambassador to Nepal, and Patricia Fernandez-Pacheco is UN Women’s Representative in Nepal.

Bikey Agarwal and Shraddha Prasai are Nepali comedy creators, directors and producers best known for Comedy Darbar and their work across TV and comedy shows. Their new comedy film Ka Kaa Ki Kii is releasing on September 4, 2026.

ST MAN (Sangay Tamang) is a Nepali rapper, songwriter and music producer who rose to prominence with “Muse Ko Chora” in 2021. He is now a well known name in Nepal’s rap scene.

Priyanka Karki and Simran Khadka are notable Nepali actresses known for their work across Nepali cinema.They come together on screen in their upcoming thriller Masterni.

ShreeGo (Shreejal Bikram Bhandai) is a Nepali singer and songwriter, best known for hit songs like Khoj, Maya Marideu, and Malai Tei Keti Chahiyo.

Henry Bao Hoang is the Founder and CEO of Miss Cosmo, an emerging international beauty pageant. Joining him are Miss Cosmo 2025 Yolina Lindquist of the United States, First Runner-up Chelsea Fernandez of the Philippines, and Miss Cosmo Nepal 2025 Deepshikha Nepal.

Saugat Tamang is a Nepali muralist, street artist, and founder of Saugat Arts Nepal. He is known for pioneering large-scale airbrush murals and transforming walls across Nepal into vibrant public art that celebrates culture, identity, and community.

Deepmala Dhakal (Miss Nepal World 2026), Kashis Subba (Miss Nepal Cosmo 2026), and Arya Nishaant (Miss Nepal International 2026), the three winners of Miss Nepal 2026.

Krantishikha Dhital is a Nepali politician and Member of Parliament representing the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). She also serves as the party's official whip in the House of Representatives.

Arabinda Subedi and Jayanta Bhatta are the co-founders of Kavach, a Nepali motorcycle riding gear brand. They started the company to design and manufacture protective riding gear that meets international safety standards for riders in Nepal.

Rajan Sakya is the CEO and Director of the KGH Group (Kathmandu Guest House Group) and Founder of the Museum of Nepali Art (MoNA).Aneel Shakya, Suman Shakya, and Sunny Shakya are the artists and sculptors behind the iconic Guhyakālī sculpture.

Nasty (Abhishek Baniya) is a Nepali rapper, record producer, and label founder, a known figure in Nepal's Nep-hop scene.

Raj Gyawali is a Nepali tourism entrepreneur and the founder of Kathmandu Kora Jatra, with over two decades of experience in Nepal's travel industry.

Bipin Kumar Acharya is the General Secretary of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) and a Member of Parliament.

Aman Pratap Adhikary, popularly known as “The Don Director,” is the creative force behind hit Nepali shows such as Himalaya Roadies, Ko Banchha Crorepati, and The Poet Idol. Joining him is Sanjeeb Shilpakar, a veteran sports commentator, entrepreneur, and one of Nepal’s most recognized television personalities.

Shri Ram Neupane is a Member of Parliament from Tanahun-2, representing the Rastriya Swatantra Party, and serves as the party's Chief of Energy and Water Resources.

Prof. Dr. Gandhi Pandit is a Nepalese Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court, law professor at Tribhuvan University, and founding partner of Gandhi & Associates.

Biraj Singh Thapa, a Nepali mechanical engineer and Associate Professor at Kathmandu University, is known for his work in green hydrogen and renewable energy.

Prof. Dr. Ashok Kumar Banskota, co-founder of B&B Hospital and founder of HRDC, is one of Nepal's leading orthopedic surgeons and a respected figure in healthcare.

Narottam Aryal, educator and entrepreneur, joins us to discuss AI, education, and Nepal’s evolving entrepreneurial landscape.

On May 20, 2026, Mike Harker became the first American diplomat to stand atop Mount Everest.

Rohit John Chettri, singer-songwriter, joins us to talk about Nepal’s evolving music and culture scene.

Jitu Nepal, actor, comedian, and producer, joins us to discuss his upcoming film I Am Jit Bahadur, releasing nationwide on June 19.

Dipak Kumar Sah is a Member of Parliament from Mahottari–2, representing the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP).

Nima Rumba is a renowned Nepali pop singer, songwriter, composer, producer, and actor known for defining Nepali pop music with hits like Ms. Catwalk and Huri Batas.

Director Abinash Bikram Shah, actors Pushpa Thing Lama and Jasmine Bishwokarma, and producer Anup Poudel came together for Elephants in the Fog, winner of the Un Certain Regard Jury Prize at the 79th Cannes Film Festival.

Former AIG Meera Chaudhary, the first woman to head Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police, joins Ukaalo editor-in-chief Amod Pyakuryal and senior investigative journalist Kiran Dahal.

Gaumaya Gurung, Pashupati Rai, and Janaki Kadayat come together to discuss Shape of Momo (Chhora Jastai) a Nepali-language drama exploring the lives of three generations of women as they navigate identity, family, and social expectations.

Kami Rita Sherpa, the legendary high-altitude guide from Thame, Solukhumbu, holds the world record for the most Mount Everest summits.Disclaimer: This episode was filmed on May 30, 2025. Some information or perspectives shared may have changed since the recording date.

Shashan Devkota, a Nepali agripreneur behind Nepal Agrovine Pvt. Ltd., a Chitwan-based strawberry farming, research, and agro-tourism venture.

Bikki Gurung is a singer-songwriter known for hits like “Mari Jau,” “Kewal,” “Khali,” and “Dar Lagcha,” continuing to make waves in the Nepali music.

Priyanka Karki, Desal Lama, and Surabhi Raj Bhandari come together with Loveface Beauty to shape a fresh new era of Nepali beauty brand.

Malvika Subba is a Nepali media personality, trainer, host, and former Miss Nepal 2002.

Aman Pratap Adhikary, known as “Don Director,” is a Nepali television director and format creator. Abiral Pratap Adhikary is a Nepali actor working in theater and film.

Darshana Shrestha, President of FWEAN and founder of Nature Nepal, Roja Kiran Basukala, Deputy Director at Nepal Telecommunications Authority, and Rewati Gurung, Entrepreneur and founder of Kokroma.