The Nawa Pratibha Cultural Group (NPCG) released its debut music video at a recent cultural programme at Al Naken Restaurant. The group also announced the winners of a lucky draw on the occasion. Community leader Satya Narayan Chaudhary presided over the programme that was jointly organised by NPCG and Patheka Saving Group (PSG). Bhabindra Tamang, chairman of International Artists’ Front-Qatar, was the chief guest.
The video — Laure of Jeevansathi (life partner of an expat) — has been directed by Keshab Bhattarai, edited by SB Films and shot by Santa Bomjan. The vocals have been performed by Bhimbhadra Dev and the lyrics were penned by Parash Gajmer. NPCG artistes Rajan Century, Januka Thapa Magar, Raj Lopchan and Anjana Tamang have played their parts in the video that deals with tragic conditions of the near and dear ones of migrant workers. The video has been shot across Qatar.
The organisers also honoured artistes Devika KC, Youbraj Chhantyal, Keshab Bhattari, Babin Rai, Lokesh BC, Ishwor Ballav, Prakash Rai, Mangal BK and Srijana Gurung at the event.

Text and photos by Usha Wagle Gautam
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