The name, Michael Chand is familiar to many who grew up listening to his shows on Radio Nepal. Now, even at 64, he has the same energy, charisma and consistent powerful voice that was evident during his younger days. It’s hard not notice and admire his articulate mannerism and exceptional communication abilities; the same traits that shaped a renowned radio personality.

It was back in 1972 when Chand got a major break. When the then Yugoslavian President, Marshal Josef Tito arrived at Nepal on an invitation from the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah, Chand was chosen to be the MC of the day at Royal Nepal Academy. Impressed by his presentation, he got a letter from the director general of Radio Nepal, Ram Raj Paudel, requesting him to come to the office the next morning upon which he was promptly hired.