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Brodha V (Rapper) Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 4, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth27 March 1990

Age35 Years

BirthplaceKanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India

ProfessionRapper, Lyricist, Music Producer

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseNithya Ramesh

Brodha V (Rapper) Biography

Indian rapper, lyricist and producer Vighnesh Shivanand—known as Brodha V—has built a reputation blending hip-hop with Indian classical and folk elements.A

Early life and background
Vighnesh Shivanand, who performs under the name Brodha V, was born on 27 March 1990 in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. Raised in Bengaluru, he attended Bishop Cotton Boys’ School and later studied Recording Arts and Digital Film Making at SAE, Bengaluru. He is trained in Indian classical music and cites early influences from artists across hip-hop and production, including Eminem, 2Pac, Rakim, Nas, Jay-Z, Wu-Tang Clan and producer Timbaland.

Career
Brodha V’s interest in rap began in his teens; he traces his discovery of the form to the Tamil film song “Pettai Rap.” While still in school he started writing and practicing rap, participating in online text battles on Orkut and joining the Insignia Rap Combat forum, which helped him sharpen his skills. In 2008 he formed the hip-hop collective Machas With Attitude (MWA) with Smokey the Ghost and Big Nikk. The group worked together until 2013, gaining wider attention when Vishal Dadlani invited them to contribute to “Ready Steady Po” for the film Chennai Express.

Brodha V’s recorded debut year was 2011, when he released the solo mixtape Death Punch and contributed the film song Dheaon Dheaon to the Hindi film Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge. He followed with several solo singles; in 2012 he released “On My Own” with Avinash Bhat and the widely viewed “Aathma Raama.” Additional notable releases include “Aigiri Nandini” in 2014 and the 2015 collaboration “Round Round” with Benny Dayal, which reached the top tracks on streaming services. He has worked across languages—English, Hindi, Sanskrit and Kannada—and has produced music for films, jingles and viral anthems.

Collaborations and recognition
Brodha V has collaborated with a range of artists and composers. He worked with Anirudh Ravichander on “Shake That” for the 2015 Tamil film Kaaki Sattai, contributed rap to the Telugu film Krishnarjuna Yudham in 2018, and appeared as himself in the 2019 Hindi film Gully Boy. In 2019 he teamed with Raftaar on “Naachne Ka Shaunq,” a bilingual track that achieved significant viewership.

Industry publications and festivals have acknowledged his place in Indian hip-hop. Rolling Stone India included him among hip-hop’s notable artists, and he performed at the Music Matters Festival in Singapore. In 2014 he organized a rap cypher in Bengaluru to promote the local hip-hop scene and has partnered with brands—such as Puma—to help grow hip-hop culture in India.

Artistry
Brodha V’s stage name combines the idea of brotherhood with the initial of his given name. His music frequently merges hip-hop with Indian folk, Carnatic and Hindustani elements, reflecting his classical training. He performs in multiple languages and emphasizes lyrical craft and production in his work. His stated ambitions include high-profile collaborations and awards recognition on an international scale.

Public profile
Across his career Brodha V has received multiple industry awards, including recognition from Radio City and the Renault Free the Music initiative. His tracks “Indian Flava,” “Let Em Talk,” “Way Too Easy,” and collaborative projects earned him awards between 2013 and 2023, and his Tamil track “Basti Bounce” was honored at the CLEF Music Awards in 2023. Beyond awards, he has been featured in campaigns, charity awareness projects—such as the #GiveABeat initiative addressing congenital heart disease—and viral media pieces.

Personal life
Brodha V is married to Nithya Ramesh; the marriage took place in 2023. He lists Bengaluru as his hometown and holds Indian nationality. He has described early financial struggles in building a career in rap and the informal nature of early bookings and agreements.

Latest updates
Recent recognitions include awards in 2023 for indie collaboration and regional rap, and continued visibility through collaborations with other artists and brands. He remains active as a performer, producer and collaborator, balancing independent releases with work for films and campaigns.
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Recent Work

Naachne Ka Shaunq

Collaboration with Raftaar, bilingual track that gained significant viewership

2019
Aathma Raama

Solo single released in 2012 that reached widespread YouTube views

2012
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Career Highlights

  1. Formed hip-hop collective Machas With Attitude (MWA) in 2008
  2. Debuted with Death Punch mixtape and film song contribution in 2011
  3. Collaborated on film songs and mainstream projects including Chennai Express, Kaaki Sattai and Krishnarjuna Yudham
  4. Organized Bengaluru rap cypher in 2014 to promote local hip-hop culture
  5. Multiple awards from Radio City and CLEF Music Awards between 2013–2023
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Brodha V (Rapper) born?

27 March 1990

What is Brodha V (Rapper) known for?

Rapper, Lyricist, Music Producer

What is Brodha V (Rapper)’s marital status?

Married

Who is Brodha V (Rapper) married to?

Nithya Ramesh