Sunil Giri (Nepali: सुनिल गिरी) is a Nepalese singer, songwriter, and music composer. Giri is renowned for his popular song “Ko Hola Tyo”, which narrates the story of an unknown lover’s affection.

Childhood
Sunil Giri was born in Tanahun, Nepal. After completing his school education, he moved to Pokhara to study music. Following three months of music training in Pokhara, he relocated to Kathmandu for further studies. He released his first song in 2012.

Musical Career
Sunil Giri began his musical journey by recording his debut song, “Ko Hola Tyo”. His popular songs include “Ko Hola Tyo,” “Ko Hola Tyo 2,” “Ko Hola Tyo 3,” and “Soltini.”

Awards and Nominations
Won: Kalika FM Award for Best Debut
Nominated: 20th Image Award

Songs by Sunil Giri
In 2012, he released his debut song “Ko Hola Tyo,” featuring Pal Shah and Prakriti Shrestha. In 2014, he followed up with the song “Deurali Bhanjyang,” featuring Pal Shah and Rima Bishwokarma.

In 2015, Giri released “Hami Chhauni Ama” and “Ko Hola Tyo 2 (Timi Aauchau Ki),” featuring Pal Shah and Karuna Shrestha.

The year 2016 saw multiple releases, including “Timi Aayau” (featuring Saroj Dahal and Krishna Thapa), “Sanai Chhada” (featuring Sangam and Shreya), “Aankhai Ta Ramro” (featuring Parshu and Kusum), “Jeevan Yo Rahe Samma,” “Mildaian Ra” (featuring Aryan Sigdel and Namrata Shrestha, with lyrics by Jagadish Timilsina), and “Lahure.”

In 2017, Giri released “Deurali Bhanjyang 2 (Sunkai Chura)” (featuring Pal Shah and Kristina Thapa), “Mero Nepal,” “Gharwali” (featuring Bhimphedi Guys and Arushi Magar), “Dashain Aayo,” “Raatko Sannatama” (featuring Saroj Bahadur Shah, Pramod Karki, and friends), “Kasto Yo Mann” (featuring Shreya Sharma), and “Ko Hola Tyo 3 (Toldaundai Hola)” (featuring Pal Shah and Kristina Thapa).

In 2018, he released “Bajele Bhanthe” (featuring Nirajan Pradhan and Manish Shrestha), “Mero Rastralai” (with lyrics by Saurav Dahal and Kalpana Kharel), and “Kasto Yo Mann 2 (Pradeshi)” (featuring Shreya Sharma).

In 2019, he released the hit song “Soltini,” featuring Pushpa Khadka and Anjali Adhikari.