2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for regional hip hop in India, with Dhanda Nyoliwala emerging as one of its most consistent and high impact voices. Following a steady run of releases this year, the artist has reached a major milestone with his latest album ‘Kohram’, which has not only dominated charts domestically but also broken into the Top Albums Global chart at number 7.
Driving this momentum is ‘Not Guilty’, a breakout cultural moment that has crossed an impressive 73 million views on its official music video. The track’s viral success has significantly amplified Dhanda’s reach, bringing his raw and unapologetic storytelling within regional hip hop to a rapidly expanding global audience.
With ‘Kohram’, Dhanda Nyoliwala delivers a project that is both sonically intense and emotionally layered. From the hard hitting energy of tracks like ‘No Fluke’, ‘Tension’, and ‘Deadly Zone’ to more introspective moments on ‘Nobody Came’, ‘Forever’, and ‘Vomit On Paper’, the album captures a wide spectrum of experiences rooted in ambition, pressure, and personal evolution.
Collaborations with Ron Likhari, Miki Malang, Hammy Muzic, and Xvir Grewal further add dynamic textures to the project, reflecting both his regional hip hop roots and expanding sonic range. Beyond individual tracks, ‘Kohram’ stands out as a cohesive body of work that reinforces Dhanda’s artistic identity as unfiltered, self assured, and deeply connected to his journey.
The album’s strong global chart performance signals a growing international appetite for regional hip hop from India that stays true to its core. Speaking about the response, Dhanda Nyoliwala shares,“‘Kohram’ is everything I’ve lived and experienced.
Every track has its own story and energy. Seeing people connect with it, and the love ‘Not Guilty’ is getting, it means a lot. This is just the beginning.” With a consistent run of releases, a global chart breakthrough, and a viral hit resonating at scale, Dhanda Nyoliwala’s 2026 so far is not just a moment, but a statement.
As he continues to build momentum, ‘Kohram’ marks a significant milestone not just in his journey, but in the wider evolution of regional hip hop in India.