About
Meet the Artist Behind Nach Firiri
Hi, I'm Swastika, the founder of Nach Firiri.
Dance has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Though never formally trained, I enjoyed every part of dancing. From picking the song to putting together the outfit, dance was the greatest form of self-expression for me, and the only time I felt truly present.
Over time, I started hosting dance workshops as a way to bring people together through South Asian music, art, and culture, and that is when I noticed something unique. Dancers often showed up wearing kurthis and other dance friendly South Asian outfits. They were comfortable, easy to move in, and made people feel connected to their roots. That is when I saw the opportunity to bring my two passions together, South Asian fashion and art, giving birth to Nach Firiri.
No idea has ever felt so true and real to me. I was born and raised in Nepal and moved to the US when I was nine years old. Dance, South Asian fashion, and music are subtle reminders of home, and that is what has kept me rooted to this day. I am thrilled to begin this journey and design dance-friendly outfits made for movement, style, and everyday wear, so you can stay connected to your roots wherever you are.
What "Nach Firiri" Means
Nach Firiri was created to celebrate culture through movement and style. "Nach" means to dance and "Firiri" in Nepali means moving lightly, freely, and playfully. Together, it is about dancing joyfully with confidence while carrying culture with effortless style, inspired by the song "Nacha Firiri" by Mahesh Kafle.
Inside all of us is an inner child that is always dancing, and that is what makes life beautiful. Nach Firiri's mission is to bring simple style to dance while making South Asian fashion a part of everyday life. The idea is simple: wear your culture, move with it, and proudly carry it with you everywhere you go — whether it's workshops, parties, cultural events, or other everyday moments.