Rolling Loud India is bringing an international mix of hip-hop heavyweights and homegrown talent to its 2026 edition, with Burna Boy, Metro Boomin, and Skepta all set to make their India performance debuts at the festival. Taking place December 12–13, 2026, the two-day event will also see Karan Aujla return as a headliner for the second consecutive year, continuing the festival’s push to connect global hip-hop with the diverse sounds shaping India’s rap scene.
Produced in partnership with District, Rolling Loud India 2026 will feature 30 artists across two days, with international stars sharing the bill with established and emerging artists from across India. Tickets are now available through the District app, with additional booking options designed to give fans more flexibility when planning their festival weekend.
Day one, on December 12, will close with Burna Boy and Metro Boomin, marking a major moment for Indian fans who have not previously had the opportunity to see either artist perform in the country. Burna Boy, the Nigerian superstar who won the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album for Twice as Tall, has built an international following through his fusion of Afrobeats, dancehall, and other global influences. His Rolling Loud appearance brings one of Africa’s most prominent contemporary artists to an Indian festival stage for the first time.
Joining him is Metro Boomin, whose dark, cinematic production has helped define the sound of modern mainstream hip-hop. His 2018 solo album, Not All Heroes Wear Capes, topped the Billboard 200, while his collaborations with artists including Future, 21 Savage, Drake, Travis Scott, and The Weeknd have cemented his influence across the genre. Day one will also feature Big Sean, the multi-platinum-selling, Grammy-nominated rapper and songwriter, making his first performance in India.
The opening day’s lineup extends beyond its headliners with GoldLink, Dhanda Nyoliwala, slayr, ApolloRed1, Paal Dabba, SoSoCamo, Steel Banglez, Snappy Kaal, Jorjiana, and more.
On December 13, Karan Aujla will headline for the second year in a row. During the festival’s 2025 debut in India, he became the first global Punjabi artist to headline Rolling Loud India, performing to a crowd that sang along to his lyrics. His return reflects the growing visibility of Punjabi music within the wider international hip-hop landscape.
Day two will also welcome Skepta, the British rapper and producer widely recognized for helping bring London grime to a global audience. His appearance marks his first and only performance in India, arriving after the release of his solo album The Fork and Knife on November 6, 2026, his first solo album since Ignorance Is Bliss in 2019. His broader creative work has also connected him with artists across electronic music, including Chase & Status, Solomun, and Dom Dolla.
The second day adds ScHoolboy Q, Seedhe Maut, BabyChiefDoIt, Wazir Patar, Raja Kumari, NAVZ-47, and other artists to the bill. The complete lineup also includes Vichaar, Robb Bank$, DJ Five Venoms, DJ EJ, Ravator, The Spindoctor, 2slimey, MC Gawthi, and Shikriwal.
A defining feature of this year’s festival is the representation of Indian hip-hop across both days and every tier of the lineup. More than 10 artists with Indian roots are included, showcasing the range of regional sounds contributing to the country’s rapidly expanding rap scene. Punjabi rap is represented by Karan Aujla and Wazir Patar, while Delhi duo Seedhe Maut bring their distinct approach to Hindi hip-hop. Dhanda Nyoliwala represents Haryanvi rap, Paal Dabba brings Tamil rap, MC Gawthi represents Marathi rap, and Snappy Kaal adds Gujarati hip-hop to the festival’s musical mix.
Matt Zingler, Co-Founder and CEO of Rolling Loud, said the openness of Indian audiences helped shape the festival’s approach to the 2026 lineup, emphasizing the goal of bringing international and Indian artists together as part of one unified event.
Rahul Ganjoo, CEO of District, pointed to the grassroots communities that continue to drive Indian hip-hop, including cyphers, smaller shows, and local artist networks. He said the response to the first edition showed that audiences were willing to move between international and Indian performances, helping inform the decisions behind this year’s bill.
Beyond the lineup, District is offering two options intended to make festival planning more flexible. Through its Reserve Now, Pay Later feature, fans can secure tickets by paying 50% upfront and settle the remaining balance by 11:59 p.m. on November 20, 2026. The app’s Refund Guaranteed feature is also available to eligible fans, providing a refund for ticket cancellations made by December 1, 2026, subject to the feature’s terms.
With Burna Boy, Metro Boomin, and Skepta making their Indian performance debuts alongside the return of Karan Aujla, Rolling Loud India 2026 is positioning its second edition as a meeting point for international hip-hop and the country’s many regional rap movements. The festival takes place December 12–13, with tickets available through the District app. Fans can follow Rolling Loud India and District on social media for further announcements about the venue, schedule, and festival updates.