Hanumankind

Hanumankind, born Sooraj Cherukat in Kerala, is redefining Indian hip-hop on the global stage. Raised across multiple countries before settling in Houston, he absorbed the raw energy of Southern rap legends like Three 6 Mafia, UGK, and DJ Screw. After earning a business degree and working at Goldman Sachs, he pivoted to music, releasing his breakout EP Kalari in 2019. His intricate lyricism and genre-blending sound quickly gained traction. In 2024, his single Big Dawgs catapulted him to international fame, debuting at #57 on the Billboard Hot 100 and amassing over 400 million streams. A dynamic performer, he has performed at festivals and cities around India and collaborated with stars like ASAP Rocky, KSHMR to name a few. With a fearless approach to storytelling and sound, Hanumankind continues to push boundaries, carving his own lane in the global hip-hop movement. In 2025, he followed it up with Run It Up, a raw, percussion-heavy banger that blended Kerala’s chenda drums with modern trap, praised by fans, critics and has garnered over 70 Million views on all platforms. Hanumankind made his explosive U.S. debut at Coachella 2025, where his set opening with a live chenda ensemble was hailed as a milestone moment for Indian hip-hop. He also recently opened the Netflix Tudum show with a live performance that was live streamed on Netflix across 190 countries."