Nepal Decides to Choose Its Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 Entry

Nepal is preparing to select its debut entry for the Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 through the national final event titled "Nepal Decides." The show will be held on Wednesday, 7 October 2026, at 15:45 CEST (19:30 Nepal Time), where 11 acts will perform their songs live for audiences both in Nepal and internationally.

How to Watch and Vote

Viewers in Nepal can watch the event via Himalaya TV and its OTT platform, while international fans can stream the show live on the official Eurovision Song Contest YouTube channel. The YouTube livestream also offers a vibrant chat feature for fans to interact.

Voting is open worldwide through the Eurovision Asia website and is free of charge. International viewers can cast up to eight votes but must allocate their votes across at least three different songs. Votes from outside Nepal will count for 20% of the final score, Nepali public votes will represent 40%, and a professional jury will also contribute 40% to the result.

Meet the Contestants

  • Allam Aadesh – Known for his acoustic pop and indie folk style, he is recognized for soulful vocals and guitar skills.
  • Amit Baral – Gained fame from Nepal Idol, delivering romantic ballads and folk-fusion music.
  • Amrita Limbu – Kathmandu-based pop singer with experience in film soundtracks and vocal collaborations.
  • Beyond – Specialist in R&B, pop and lo-fi mood music with smooth vocal delivery.
  • Bullet Flo – Rap pioneer in Nepal's underground scene renowned for fast, intricate rap.
  • Preeti Kaur – Award-winning pop and R&B artist noted for expressive vocals and Punjabi-Nepali fusion.
  • Meghna Gewali – Vocal coach and singer blending pop, rock, and storytelling in her performances.
  • Nirmala Ghale – Rising star from The Voice of Nepal known for warm, soulful singing.
  • Pratik Himal Rai – Experienced singer-songwriter with a diverse style including folk and slow rock.
  • Prithvi Khanal – Combines traditional Himalayan music with modern influences; also an Armed Police Force Deputy Superintendent.
  • RC Rimal – Versatile singer and music instructor recognized for cheerful performances across multiple genres.
  • Suraj Tamang – Performer spanning Nepali folk, pop, and fusion, aiming to promote Nepalese heritage in modern music.

This national selection marks an important milestone as Nepal steps into the Eurovision Asia spotlight, inviting global fans to participate in choosing their representative for the Bangkok 2026 contest.