He has sung songs like Bajho Khet Ma, Paan Ko Paat, Balla Paryo Nirmaya, and Simsime Panima, which are considered timeless Nepali classics.

[2][3][4] He is also renowned for playing sarangi, a traditional instrument from Nepal used primarily in folk music.

Due to his prominence in Nepali music, he is often compared to well-known artists like Elvis Presley in the western world.

[9][10] He continued to contribute new Nepali folk music after relocating to the States, such as the well-liked 2021 song Maya Bandipuraima.

[10][14] In 2022, singer Rekha Shah accused Mahat for stealing her song Simsime Panima, which was sung by the two of them.