Indian hip-hop royalty is breaking down language barriers in the most vibrant, electrifying way possible! Renowned rapper, singer, and producer Badshah—famous for setting global dancefloors on fire with his Punjabi, Haryanvi, and Bollywood anthems—has officially made his Marathi hip-hop debut with the massive new single: “Chimna”!

• The Global Groove & Fusion: Blending high-energy contemporary hip-hop beats with authentic Marathi folk music, the track features powerhouse vocalist Divya Kumar and legendary Marathi folk icon Nagesh Marwekar. Driven by the viral, utterly infectious hookline—“Ek chimna chiv chivla / majha sajan jaga zhala ho / surya ugavla” (A sparrow chirped, my beloved woke up, the sun has risen)—it’s an absolute celebration of culture, community, and cross-generational rhythm.
• The Kolhapur Connection: Shot entirely on location in the heart of Maharashtra, Kolhapur, the music video captures the raw, beating pulse of everyday local life. From bustling wedding processions and street-side vignettes of daily-wage workers to the gritty, awe-inspiring spectacle of mud wrestlers training at a traditional akhada, the visual is pure authenticity. Plus, Marathi cinema star Neha Khan drops in with an unforgettable, celebratory appearance!
• Turn It Up: Stream “Chimna” across all digital platforms today and witness Badshah redefine what global hip-hop sounds like!