About Raftaar
Raftaar, born Dilin Nair, is one of the most respected rappers in Indian hip-hop, known for his fast flow and versatility across Hindi, Punjabi and even Malayalam. Songs such as Swag Mera Desi, Dhaakad from Dangal and Baby Marvake Maanegi brought rap into the mainstream, and he is a familiar face as a judge and mentor on youth TV shows.
Raftaar quick facts
- Real name: Dilin Nair
- Born: 16 November 1988
- Profession: Rapper, singer, producer
- Known for: Swag Mera Desi, Dhaakad, Baby Marvake Maanegi
- TV: Judge and mentor on youth and rap reality shows
Early life and background
Dilin grew up in Delhi in a Malayali family and was a dancer before turning to rap. He was part of the Mafia Mundeer collective with Yo Yo Honey Singh and Badshah in its early days.
Career highlights
His solo career took off with Swag Mera Desi and a series of Punjabi and Hindi singles. He wrote and performed Dhaakad for Dangal and Baby Marvake Maanegi, and has collaborated widely across Indian hip-hop.
He has been a judge and gang leader on reality shows including MTV Hustle and Roadies, building a strong youth following.
Popular songs by Raftaar
- Swag Mera Desi (2014)
- Dhaakad – Dangal (2016)
- Baby Marvake Maanegi (2018)
- Mantoiyat (2019)
Awards and achievements
- One of the pioneers of mainstream Indian hip-hop
- Judge on MTV Hustle
Audience and brand fit
Raftaar suits youth, sports, fitness, gaming, streetwear and beverage brands, and college fests, brand anthems and digital campaigns.
Book Raftaar through CelebrityHai
Looking to work with Raftaar? CelebrityHai can approach Raftaar’s team for concerts, college fests, corporate events, brand anthems and digital campaigns. Tell us about the campaign or event, the timeline and the budget range, and we will confirm availability, negotiate terms and manage the paperwork and the day itself.
Frequently asked questions
How can I book Raftaar for an event or campaign?
Send an enquiry through CelebrityHai with the event or campaign type, city, date and budget range. We check Raftaar’s availability with their team and share a written quote with terms.
Is Raftaar available for brand endorsements?
Raftaar considers brand partnerships that suit their image and schedule. Availability depends on existing category exclusivities and calendar, which we confirm case by case.
Which languages does Raftaar work in?
Hindi, Punjabi, Malayalam, English.
Available for
- Live Performance
- Brand Endorsement
- Event Appearance
- Digital Campaign
- Social Media Campaign
Enquire for a campaign or event
Choose the format you are planning. These are enquiry options, not confirmed services; Raftaar’s team decides which briefs they accept.
- Brand endorsement
- Brand ambassador
- TV commercial
- Digital or social campaign
- Product launch
- Corporate event
- Public event or performance
- Commercial shoot or other
Fees are not published. They depend on deliverables, usage rights, duration and dates, and are confirmed with the talent’s team for your brief.
