Has style helped in the band gaining such popularity?

In a way, Yes. We have always portrayed ourselves as adventurous and free spirited which is in accordance to our music. We've always tried to look comfortable in what we play as well as what we wear. We couldn't possibly put on a suit and play in concerts (laughs). I guess the way we present ourselves has worked over the years.

Do you think that being fashionable helps in popularizing a singer or a band?

Definitely. You see, music in Nepal has become more glamorous. It was different with people like Nayaran Gopal or Arun Thapa who survived solely on their talent and class. But things have changed today where a singer may not be talented but a good video and a hip look has helped them become popular. There are a lot of youngsters who are good looking and stylish. They all put a positive impact and appeal to the audiences and they do well.

Being in a band that has cultivated a refined rock image do you relate yourselves also as fashion icons?

(Laughs) I don't know if anyone would want to dress up the way I do. I guess sometimes if you wear a bandana and play, it might look stylish and people might wanna wear one too.

Why aren't singers and bands taken as fashion idols in Nepal while in the west, most trendsetters are singers and bands?

Well, if you look at Nepal a decade ago, singers didn't have a star status. Times have changed certainly but there still needs to be a total change in the perspective of the society as a whole. Our society and listeners are different from those of the west, so are our fashion statements.

Yes, sure, in some measure. We think that anyone should look clean and presentable and that is what we try to portray during concerts. We don't wear clothes that we wear casually while doing concerts. Sometimes before a concert, we do discuss upon what we should wear. The point is that we always try to keep a clean image and look presentable.

What is your take on being Metro sexual?

It really depends upon your personality. Some people maybe very particular about the way they look. We rarely visit parlors though sometimes to color our hair and stuff like that.

What is your fashion statement?

I feel you should dress up the way you want to. Get a tattoo if you want to. Your clothes should show who you are, your own personality and your spirit.

Where do you buy your clothes?

I buy most of my clothes when we're on tour. Mostly in the outlets in America .

What accessories do you wear?

I wear rings during shows. But nothing really during my off days.

I'm not actually. But I like wearing branded stuff. When it comes down to jeans I'll choose a pair of Levi's any day of the week.

Yes while doing concerts abroad we do wear a lot of traditional outfits with a mix match. My favorites are Nepal made cotton wear.

Mostly cotton pants and a simple shirt.

I would advise youngsters to dress up in a way that would reflect your attitude. I mean a person who has a good attitude could look fashionable even in sandals and shorts.