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Nigerian singer Burna Boy is among the international music stars scheduled to make their Indian debuts at Rolling Loud India 2026, alongside American record producer Metro Boomin, British rapper Skepta and American rapper Big Sean.
The two-day hip-hop festival will take place on December 12 and 13, 2026, with Punjabi rapper Karan Aujla returning as a headliner for the second consecutive year.
According to India Today, the festival will bring together international performers and Indian hip-hop artistes, showcasing different genres and musical styles across several regional languages.
The 2026 edition will feature Indian hip-hop spanning Punjabi, Haryanvi, Tamil, Marathi and Gujarati rap, highlighting the country’s diverse and expanding music scene.
Burna Boy Among International Headliners
Burna Boy’s inclusion brings a major Nigerian music star to the festival’s international line-up. The singer has built a global following with his blend of Afrobeats and other musical influences, earning recognition across Africa and international markets.
His scheduled performance will give Indian audiences an opportunity to experience his music at a festival that brings together artistes from different countries and musical backgrounds.
Metro Boomin, known for his work as a record producer in American hip-hop, is also among the performers expected to make their Indian debuts at the event.
British rapper Skepta, a leading figure in the grime music movement, and American rapper Big Sean complete the list of international acts named for their Indian debuts.
Their participation is expected to strengthen the festival’s international appeal and attract fans of different hip-hop styles.
Karan Aujla Returns as Headliner
Karan Aujla will return as a headliner for the second consecutive year, maintaining his position among the major attractions at the Indian edition of the festival.
The Punjabi rapper has gained prominence in the Indian music industry, while Punjabi music continues to attract audiences beyond India.
His return also reflects the festival’s effort to combine internationally recognised performers with artistes who have established strong followings in India’s domestic music market.
The event will place particular emphasis on regional hip-hop, with performers representing different linguistic and cultural backgrounds expected to feature in the programme.
Indian Hip-Hop to Take Centre Stage
Beyond the international acts, Rolling Loud India 2026 will showcase the country’s growing hip-hop movement through performances in Punjabi, Haryanvi, Tamil, Marathi and Gujarati.
The inclusion of these languages reflects the diversity of India’s rap scene, where artistes increasingly incorporate local identities, cultural experiences and regional sounds into contemporary hip-hop.
The festival will provide a platform for Indian performers to share the stage with international acts, potentially introducing audiences to music beyond their usual linguistic and cultural preferences.
Rolling Loud is an international hip-hop festival known for assembling established performers and emerging talents. Its Indian edition is expected to continue this approach by combining global names with artistes representing the country’s music industry.
With Burna Boy, Metro Boomin, Skepta and Big Sean scheduled to make their Indian debuts, the December 12 and 13 event is set to be a major attraction for hip-hop fans.
The festival will also see Karan Aujla return as a headliner as organisers bring international hip-hop and India’s regional rap movements together for the 2026 edition.
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