DIVINE

About

DIVINE (Vivian Fernandes) is an Indian rapper from Mumbai who is credited with pioneering and popularizing the Indian hip-hop movement, particularly through gully rap. Born in 1990 in Andheri, Mumbai, he gained international attention with his breakout track "Yeh Mera Bombay" (2013) and the viral hit "Mere Gully Mein" (2015) featuring Naezy, which inspired the Bollywood film "Gully Boy." DIVINE's music authentically represents the struggles, aspirations, and realities of Mumbai's streets, delivered in Hindi with raw, powerful lyricism and hard-hitting beats. His success, including collaborations with international artists like Nas and Major Lazer, has elevated Indian hip-hop to mainstream recognition and inspired countless young rappers across India.