Born in Mangalbare, Morang District
Sugam Pokharel
सुगम पोखरेल
One of the most prominent figures in Nepali pop music, known for the top-selling album Mero Sansaar
About
Sugam Pokharel moved from Biratnagar to Kathmandu for high school. After several early setbacks, he launched his singing career through Radio Sagarmatha, Nepal’s first community radio station.
His 2001 debut solo album, Mero Sansaar, became a top seller. It helped bring pop music to mainstream Nepali audiences, particularly the youth, at a time when the genre had limited popularity. This established him as one of the most prominent figures in Nepali pop music.
Quick facts
- Born
- 1979-09-20
- Birthplace
- Mangalbare, Morang District, Nepal
- Profession
- Singer, Music composer, Songwriter, Radio jockey
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Status
- Alive
Previous roles
Radio Jockey
Radio Sagarmatha
Career & life timeline
- 1979-09-20
- 1995
Began his music career
- 2001
Released his first solo recording, Mero Sansaar, which became a top seller in Nepal
Achievements
Mero Sansaar (2001) became a top-selling album in Nepal
Helped popularise pop music among mainstream Nepali audiences
Last updated: 2026-09-06