Nepathya brings a taste of home to Dubai in landmark concert

Summary

Nepali folk-rock band Nepathya drew a diverse crowd in Dubai for its first performance at The Agenda, with frontman Amrit Gurung speaking about Nepal and the challenges faced by Nepalis working in the Gulf. The band is now set to continue its tour with shows in Nepal, Sikkim and Australia.

Key Points
  • Nepathya performed in Dubai for the first time at The Agenda in Internet City, attracting Nepali fans and a wider international audience.
  • Frontman Amrit Gurung used the concert to speak about Nepal’s natural wealth and the hardships that push many Nepalis to seek work in the Gulf.
  • The concert featured songs including “Koshiko Pani” and ended with “Rato Ra Chandra Surya,” which also gained attention through a TikTok cover by Atif Aslam.
  • The band has upcoming shows in Kirtipur, Sikkim and six other cities in Nepal, followed by a planned Australia tour later this year.
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