Raju Lama

Raju Lama’s musical journey began in his early years when he started singing during primary school, despite not having access to musical instruments. His passion for music was ignited after watching a television show at a friend’s house, where he memorized lyrics and refined his skills through self-practice.

Inspired by legendary artists like the late Arun Thapa and Aruna Lama, Raju Lama’s talent quickly gained recognition. Encouraged by a teacher, he briefly attended music classes at Sadhana Kala Kendra but had to discontinue after a month due to academic commitments.

In 1992, during his final school years, he co-founded the Mongolian Heart Band with his classmates, driven by their shared love for music. The band made its commercial debut in 1993, with Raju Lama as the lead vocalist. At just 14 years old, their first album, Soltini (1994), brought them into the limelight.

Though he briefly considered alternative career paths, such as joining the British Army or pursuing a technical profession, his dedication to music kept him on a different course. The band’s second album, Mongolian Heart (1997), further established their reputation and gained widespread acclaim.

Raju Lama’s music has taken him across the globe, with performances in countries like the USA, UK, Australia, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, and Dubai, solidifying his status as a celebrated artist.

Acknowledging his sister Lhamu Lama’s pivotal role in his journey, Raju attributes much of his success, recognition, and identity to her unwavering support since childhood. Her nurturing guidance from his formative years has been instrumental in shaping his artistic evolution.

Mongolian Heart Band Members

• Raju Lama – Vocalist, Songwriter, Composer, Guitar
• Boby Lama – Rhythm Guitar, Manager, Back Vocalist
• Kiran Nagarkoti – Lead Guitar
• Pawan Kapali – Bass Guitar
• Binaya Maharjan – Flute
• Babu Raj Maharjan – Madal, Percussion
• Santosh Thapa Magar – Drum
• Dhipendra Man Singh – Keyboard

Social work

Raju Lama has actively contributed to humanitarian efforts, volunteering to assist flood victims in Sindhupalchowk.

On May 16, 2022, he reached the summit of Mt. Everest (8,848.86 m) as part of the Raju Lama Everest Expedition. The climb aimed to raise awareness about climate change, highlighting the effects of global warming and advocating for reduced carbon emissions, especially for those living in mountainous regions.

As part of this mission, he performed a solo concert, Music for a Cause, between Camp 2 and Camp 3 at an altitude of 6,574 meters—one of the highest land-based musical performances ever recorded.