Shallum Lama (often spelled Sallum) is a talented Indian independent singer, songwriter, guitarist, and music producer from Pedong, Kalimpong. He has emerged as a beloved voice in the contemporary Nepali indie, R&B, and pop-rock scenes. Operating as a multi-faceted independent creator under his label SL Records Independent, he frequently writes, composes, mixes, and masters his own tracks. He initially made waves by publishing English songs before transitioning to heartfelt Nepali and Hindi compositions, captivating young audiences across YouTube and Spotify with his smooth vocal texture and emotionally resonant acoustic arrangements.
Lama achieved massive digital stardom with his breakout viral single "Timro Pratiksa", an intimate ballad dedicated to his partner that amassed tens of millions of streams worldwide. Known for capturing the fragile, sweet nuances of romance and modern relationships, his catalog features popular tracks like "Daar," "Sahunay Jhari," "Jauna Maya," and his collaborative single "Gauthali". He remains highly prolific, continuously expanding his sonic versatility by releasing his studio album Manjari and crossing over into Hindi music with singles like "Tere hi saath" and "Na Hoke Tu".