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Nepathya enthralls Hong Kong-based Nepalis in Holi
Nepali folk-rock band Nepathya performed in fornt of a houseful Yuen Long Theatre at Hong Kong that witnessed a crowd comprising of all generations of Nepalis living in the densely populated urban centre of southeastern China.Nepali folk-rock band Nepathya performed in fornt of a houseful Yuen Long Theatre at Hong Kong that witnessed a crowd comprising of all generations of Nepalis living in the densely populated urban centre of southeastern China.
The show started with a spectacular entrance of the band aided by a choregraphed coordination of lights, visuals and sound.
Nepathya’s yet to be released song Kuroop Anuhar opened the show that was composed more than three decades ago by Vikram Gurung and penned by poet Sarubhakta. Musician Vikram is currently residing in Hong Kong for several decades pursuing teaching profession.
As the show progressed, Nepathya frontman Amrit Gurung greeted the audience, “Today is Holi and I am here to play colors with you,” he said. “Colors of words, music and lights filled with love from Nepal” he added.
The show was organised by Hong Kong based Tamu Association, as part of their regular RodiSanjh.
“The choice of entertainment is completely different for us and our children who are born here,” said Sher Bahadur Pun, a Transportation entrepreneur based in Hong Kong since the past 25 years. “But when Nepathya comes, I feel rejuvenated to see Nepalese of all age and creed come together to enjoy in one place.” He added.
In the two hour Nepathya show, many new songs made their way into their song list. Nepathya’s concert not only started with a new song, it also ended with a new number which embodied a message of National Unity…
Timipani Nepali
Mapani Nepali
Hami Nepali…
Amrit was accompanied on stage by Dhruba Lama on drums, Suraj Thapa on Keyboards, Subin Shakya on Bass, Niraj Gurung on Guitars and Shanti Rayamajhi on madals.
The Band’s next performance will be in their hometown Pokhara on 8th of April 2017.