Burna Boy Will Perform In India In 2026 At Rolling Loud

Multiple award-winning singer Burna Boy has been announced as one of the headline acts for Rolling Loud scheduled for India in 2026.

Nigerian Afrobeats artist Burna Boy will perform in India for the first time at Rolling Loud India 2026, joining a diverse lineup of hip-hop artists set to perform at the two-day festival on December 12 and 13.

The festival will include American producer Metro Boomin, rapper Big Sean, and British rapper Skepta, in addition to several Indian hip-hop artists. Punjabi rapper Karan Aujla is returning as a headliner for the second consecutive year after performing at the festival’s inaugural Indian edition in 2025.

Burna Boy is set to headline Day 1 on December 12 alongside Metro Boomin, marking an important point in the Nigerian singer’s international touring career as he introduces his music to a new audience in India.

The Grammy-winning artist has contributed to the global expansion of Afrobeats, receiving international acclaim for albums such as Twice as Tall, which won the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album in 2021. Additionally, he has become the first African artist to headline a UK stadium.

The first day’s lineup will also feature international artists like Big Sean and GoldLink, along with Indian performers such as Dhanda Nyoliwala and Paal Dabba.

Day 2, on December 13, will be headlined by Karan Aujla, with Skepta and Schoolboy Q among the other featured acts. Additional performances will include Indian hip-hop duo Seedhe Maut, Raja Kumari, and BabyChiefDoIt.

With a lineup showcasing global hip-hop and regional Indian rap across multiple languages including Punjabi, Haryanvi, Tamil, Marathi, and Gujarati, Rolling Loud India 2026 aims to unite artists from various parts of the world music scene.

Burna Boy’s scheduled performance contributes to his expanding global presence, further enhancing the visibility of African music at major international festivals.