Teej Special Song “Cheli Ko Chad” Released, Spreading the Message of Equal Respect for Daughters-in-law

Kathmandu – The Teej special song “Cheli Ko Chad, Nachne Ho Gaune Ho Teejma Barilai” (“Festival of Daughters, Let’s Dance and Sing in Teej”)—presented by the Nepal Cultural Federation, Lalitpur, and produced by Yala Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.—was officially released on Monday amid a grand ceremony.

The release event was held at Karyavinayak Party Palace, Saibu, Lalitpur. The song, crafted with a social message, primarily emphasizes that daughters-in-law should be given the same respect and freedom as daughters.

Daughters-in-law Equal to Daughters — The Core Message
The song especially highlights that when a married daughter returns to her parental home, her in-laws and husband should treat her as their own daughter. It seeks to challenge the prevalent notion in Nepali society that “one must always obey without question” and instead promotes equality, respect, and emotional warmth, according to the production team.

The vocals are by Suraj Adhikari, Advocate Anil Shrestha (Nirjan), Madhu Regmi, Shashi Pun, Sharmila Brahmacharya, and Shraddha Bajracharya.
Lyrics & Music: Suraj Adhikari
Music Arrangement: Madan Pratyaya
Recording: Karan Studio, Satdobato
Mixing & Mastering: Anil Nakarmi
Post-production: Yala Entertainment
Direction, Editing, and Choreography: Gautam Tandukar

Cinematography: Lokchandra Thapa
Assistant Choreographer: Anjila Tamang
Cover Design: The Brigade Enterprises
Costumes: Benaj Dress Hire Centre & Boutique, Hadigaun

The music video features performances by Rajendra KC (Raju), Pawan Khatiwada, Reshma Timilsina (Bunumaiya), Advocate Anil Shrestha (Nirjan), Shashi Pun, Sharmila Brahmacharya, Shraddha Bajracharya, Shyam Sundar Timilsina, Madhu Regmi, Rupa Thapa, Niranjan Maharjan, Mina Khadka KC, Bijay KC, Sangita KC, Kritin KC, Garvisha Thapa, Anisha Risal, Anita Saud, among others.

Production Manager: Brihaspati Thapa
Production Coordinators: Ram Maharjan, Anil Nakarmi

A Musical Gift with a Social Awakening
The song “Cheli Ko Chad” presents Teej not only as a festival of singing and dancing but also as a powerful medium for social awareness. Analysts believe it carries the potential to bring positive change in traditional mindsets.