Mr. Pema Samdrup is a revered Bhutanese artist, instructor, and cultural guardian whose lifelong dedication to the traditional arts has left a lasting imprint on Bhutan’s cultural heritage. Born with an innate gift for music, he began his artistic journey at the tender age of eight, his voice soon resonating through villages and valleys, earning admiration and respect. Today, as an esteemed instructor at the Royal Institute of Performing Arts (RIPA) under Bhutan’s Department of Culture and Dzongkha Development, Ministry of Home Affairs, Pema Samdrup plays a pivotal role in preserving and promoting Bhutan’s sacred performing arts. A master vocalist, composer, choreographer, and expert in traditional mask dances, he has become a living repository of Bhutanese tradition. Through vibrant performances, tireless instruction, and cultural exchange on international stages, he continues to nurture the next generation of artists while sharing Bhutan’s spiritual and artistic legacy with the world. Humble, passionate, and deeply rooted in his cultural identity, Pema Samdrup stands as a true custodian of Bhutan’s soul — a melody that inspires both his nation and the global stage.
Huang Bo has grown up with a passion for music and started her vocal training and stage performance since her youth days. With her singing dexterities, she has participated in contests in China and Hong Kong, achieving notable success and publicity. She is the champion of the popular Hong Kong TVB variety show “Midlife, Sing & Shine Series”. She is currently an active performer in concerts, national festivities & public events. With her educational background in Broadcasting and Television Arts, she has gained professional experience in the media industry, and performed in audio and video productions, including theme songs for Disney’s “Elena of Avalor” and the film “That Crazy Little Thing Called Love.” From ballad to blues, she records theme songs for drama series and extends her spectrum into micro movies, tv programs while continuing to inspire audience and contribute to the vibrant world of music and television.
Savani Ravindra is a National Award-winning playback singer, acclaimed for her soulful rendition of “Rann Petla” from the film Bardo. Belonging to a distinguished musical family, she carries forward the rich legacy of Hindustani Classical music from her parents, both Ph.D. holders in music.
Savaniee has many popular songs to her name from Marathi films as well as South Indian cinema, and has performed in over 500 concerts worldwide in more than ten languages. A versatile and powerful vocalist, she has collaborated with legends like Pt. Hridaynath Mangeshkar, Ajay-Atul, and M.M. Keeravani, continuing to enchant audiences through films, television, and her independent music.
Ms.OOJA made her major debut on 16 February 2011 with the single “It’s OK” under Universal Sigma, and has since gained wide recognition for both her original music and acclaimed cover performances that appeal to audiences across generations. Known for her uniquely captivating voice and powerful live shows, she continues to engage fans through her long-running series “Nagashi no OOJA”, which highlights classic Japanese pop songs with an enka influence. In addition to her music career, she proudly represents her roots as the Tourism Ambassador for Mie Prefecture and her hometown, Yokkaichi City.
She’s the undisputed Queen of Summer—with her refreshing vocals and electrifying performances, every summer in Korea turns into her stage. As the former leader of the mega girl group IZ*ONE, Kwon Eun Bi made her solo debut in 2018 and has since topped the charts with hit after hit. Now, she’s stepping beyond Korea to shine on the global stage.
Elisa Chan (陳倚俐) — A Macau-based independent singer-songwriter known for crafting evocative melodies and lyrics that mirror her introspective reflections on life. Her works often blend pop with alternative electronic, rock, and R&B influences. In 2025 and 2024, she made history by becoming the first singer-songwriter to win back-to-back TDM Music Awards (澳廣視至愛新聽力) “Favorite Song Golden Awards” with “Desire 404” (沒有欲望的人類) and “Eat or Sleep”.
Nadeera began taking bold steps in her music career at the young age of 19 and participated in various singing competitions in Malaysia to gain experience and build her name in the local music industry. In 2020 and 2023, she eventually won two of the competitions (Lagu Cinta Kita –Season 2 & Big Stage – Season 5) after several competition. Following that, she released several singles, including “Nyawa,” “Emas,” and “Panah,” which were also featured as original soundtracks (OST) for popular Malaysian drama series. Her voice became phenomenon and she has big fandom in Malaysia. Finally, in 2024, Nadeera once again captured the attention of local music fans when she was listed as a finalist in the 39th Anugerah Juara Lagu (Song Champion Awards), competing with the song “Bukan Lagi Kita”, composed by Hael Husaini and Iqie Hugh. The song won second place in the competition and remains a phenomenon and continues to be popular to this day.
Formed in 2016, HU is a pioneering Mongolian rock band known for blending traditional Mongolian throat singing and native instruments with modern rock and heavy metal. Their unique “Hunnu Rock” sound celebrates Mongolia’s cultural heritage while appealing to international audiences. The band members are Gala (vocalist), Jaya (vocalist), Enkush (guitar), Temka (guitar), and Nyamdavaa (drums). HU has toured globally, performed at major festivals, and garnered millions of streams, earning recognition as one of Mongolia’s most influential contemporary music acts.
Born in Istanbul, Orhan Çakmak has been pursuing his music career since 1995. He has released 14 albums, with four of them gaining international recognition, and has performed in Türkiye and many other countries.
In addition to his artistic career, Çakmak has been a television and radio host for 20 years. He currently hosts “From Turkistan to Rumelia” on TRT Music, a show dedicated to sharing the culture and music of the Turkic World with audiences.
Having performed more than 2,000 times across 32 countries, he consistently highlights the traditional music of Türkiye, the Balkans, and the Turkic World in both his concerts and television programs. For his cultural and artistic contributions to Turkic World and the Balkans, he has been honored with state service medals from Kazakhstan and Bosnia-Herzegovina, along with many other medals and commendations for his work in traditional music.
The ABU Song Festival (ASF), is envisioned as an annual international gala event to be organized in coordination with ABU members. This year the Festival will be held in Ulaanbaatar as a non-competitive celebration of popular music representing the geographical and cultural expanse of the Asia-Pacific region. At the heart of the Festival will be an one and a half hour concert (“Festival Concert”). With the robust cooperation of ABU member organizations, the Festival will showcase top solo or group talents hailing from an array of national music scenes.
