BIOGRAPHY
For over a decade, Nabin Thapa has pursued an unwavering passion for storytelling through photography and videography. With more than 500 projects under his belt, he brings both commercial polish and fine‑art sensibility to every frame. Known for staying at the forefront of visual technology, leveraging the latest camera bodies, lighting setups, drones, and post‑production tools, Nabin ensures each shot is both technically flawless and deeply evocative. This commitment has earned him a reputation for delivering crisp, dynamic imagery that resonates on both emotional and aesthetic levels.
As the Technical Specialist for Kandara Band—a beloved Nepali folk‑pop act renowned since the early ’90s—Nabin plays a pivotal role in transforming live performances into immersive visual experiences. Whether navigating the vibrant hues of stage lights, composing dynamic concert footage, or syncing visuals with the emotional pulse of music, he captures not just moments, but the shared euphoria between band and audience, amplifying the cultural resonance that Kandara is known for.
What sets Nabin apart is his intuitive grasp of emotional storytelling. He doesn’t just record the event—he translates it. Through careful framing, shot sequencing, and mood‑sensitive editing, he ensures each final cut evokes nostalgia and homecoming. From intimate close‑ups of Kandara Band members engrossed in melody to sweeping wide angles that reveal a captivated crowd, his visuals feel personal and universal. Nabin’s work has been pivotal in projecting Kandara’s live show energy well beyond the stage, making every performance an enduring, emotionally charged visual memory. “I’m not on stage, but every time I step behind the lens, I feel like I’m performing too — translating Kandara’s magic, their soul, and the audience’s collective heartbeat into images that travel the world. It brings me tremendous joy to let others feel that energy and emotion, frame by powerful frame.”