Rising independent rapper Kishor Music is set to release his new Kannada–Hindi drill single titled Khalnayak, featuring fellow artist MC Chukru. The upcoming release is positioned as Kishor’s most ambitious project yet, reflecting a sharper sound, stronger production, and a more mature artistic direction.
At 25, Kishor has steadily built his reputation within Bengaluru’s emerging hip-hop circuit. His earlier releases under TNB Label and RazzVibes collectively crossed more than five million views, driven by the organic traction of tracks like Gorband Freestyle and React Freeverse, both of which gained significant attention across Instagram and YouTube.
A BBA graduate from Indian Academy Degree Autonomous, Kishor continues to balance his business background with a growing music career. He also occupies a distinct cultural space as one of the few active rappers representing the Prajapath community in Bengaluru, a factor that adds identity and authenticity to his work.
Khalnayak introduces a darker, cinematic drill sound, blending bilingual flow transitions with MC Chukru’s aggressive delivery. Built on heavy bass and thematic tension, the track positions Kishor as a bold and self-aware artist navigating the realities of ambition, struggle, and self-definition.
Kishor has also outlined his long-term aspirations, expressing interest in collaborations with artists such as Ron Likhari, Vishesh Malik, Jerry, Ishe, and Swarkaar. His artistic influences include Michael Jackson, Raftaar, Pop Smoke, KRSNA, and Kendrick Lamar — a blend that informs his performance-driven style and rhythmic precision.
To support the release, Kishor and his team are planning a focused promotional campaign, including teaser drops, influencer-driven reactions, street-level outreach in Bengaluru, and platform-optimized content for Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts. With drill music gaining increased visibility in regional hip-hop, Khalnayak is positioned to accelerate Kishor’s rise within the South Indian rap ecosystem.
For an artist who has already demonstrated momentum and carries a strong community identity, Khalnayak has the potential to mark Kishor Music’s breakthrough moment in the independent music landscape.
