Nepali American 17-year-old Parijita Bastola has reached the top ten in the American singing competition The Voice. Bastola has managed to secure the position as the top 10 has been selected from the top 13.
Nepalis and others around the world voted to take Parijita to the top ten. She is on John Legend’s team.
She is the first Nepali-American to participate in The Voice competition. The Voice is considered to be the best singing reality show in the world. Even in Nepal, its franchise show ‘The Voice of Nepal’ is very popular.
Parijita Bastola, who lives in Maryland, USA with her mother Bira Tiwari, father Pankaj Bastola, and sister Priyanka, started singing at the age of 4. Two decades ago, the Bastola family came to America from Kathmandu, Nepal. She was born in the USA.
Support NepYork – Your Nonprofit News Media for the Nepali Community
NepYork, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the Showcase of Nepalis in New York, delivering timely local news and vital resources on immigration, housing, taxes, health, business, and more. Our mission is to safeguard community journalism, amplify the voices of Nepali immigrants in NYC, and foster understanding, solidarity, and empowerment.
By donating to NepYork, you help us enhance participation in democracy, improve access to essential resources, and share authentic stories that reflect the vibrant, diverse experiences of Nepali New Yorkers. Together, we can connect, inform, and empower our community. Every contribution ensures these voices are heard and valued.
Donate today to keep Nepali stories alive and thriving in New York!
By supporting us through the ongoing NewsMatch program, the gift you provide will be matched by the NewsMatch program with the same amount. NewsMatch also offers an option to match your gift up to 12 times. For example, if you donate $80, NewsMatch will add $960 (12 times) and provide a total of $1040 to us. However, for that, you must choose the monthly donation option. Please note: After choosing the monthly donation option, the same amount will be deducted from your account every month. You can cancel the monthly donation at any time in the future.
NepYork News Staff
View More PostsNepYork News Staff comprises a dedicated team of reporters and editors collaborating to gather, verify, and report essential local news and information. They focus on delivering concise news items that are relevant to the community. NepYork utilizes authentic news coverage and cultural representation to make visible the diverse and vibrant experiences of Nepali individuals, ensuring their stories are heard and valued.
