August 31 was a day of massive modifications for rapper Badshah, each personally and professionally. Simply hours after saying his separation from spouse Isha Rikhi, the rapper launched Chimna, his first Marathi hip-hop observe. The couple have determined to half methods after simply 5 months of marriage.
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Chimna marks Badshah’s first Marathi hip-hop observe
Whereas Badshah’s private life made headlines, the rapper additionally marked a brand new milestone in his music profession with the discharge of Chimna, his first Marathi track. The observe mixes his hip-hop sound with the earthy really feel of Maharashtrian folks music, making a energetic tribute to the state’s tradition.
Speaking about his Marathi debut, Badshah mentioned, “India’s regional music is a goldmine and I need to have fun each nook of it. ‘Chimna’ is my love letter to Maharashtra’s wealthy inventive canvas. I’m extremely grateful for the way this mission turned out, and this one’s devoted to all my day one Maharashtrian followers!”
Chimna options playback singer Divya Kumar and Marathi folks artist Nagesh Morwekar. The music video was shot in Kolhapur and provides viewers a glimpse of the area’s native flavour and on a regular basis life. From energetic marriage ceremony processions and every day wage staff to mud wrestlers coaching at a standard akhada, the video stays rooted within the tradition and spirit of Maharashtra. Marathi actor Neha Khan additionally makes an look within the video, bringing her personal vitality to the colourful observe.
Badshah and Isha Rikhi announce separation
On Monday night time, Badshah and Punjabi actor Isha Rikhi introduced their separation, sharing equivalent statements on their Instagram tales. The couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in March 2026, after courting for nearly 4 years. Isha had confirmed their marriage publicly throughout an Instagram Ask Me Something session in June.
Of their assertion, they mentioned, “I and Isha Rikhi have mutually determined to half methods and transfer ahead on our separate paths. This determination has been made with mutual respect, and we request everybody to kindly respect our privateness throughout this time”.
The couple additionally made it clear that they didn’t need the choice to grow to be a topic of additional hypothesis. They added, “This will likely be our solely assertion on the matter. We sincerely request that there be no additional hypothesis or assumptions concerning our relationship”.
Hypothesis about hassle between the 2 had began doing the rounds in July after Isha shared a cryptic submit about storms and the teachings they depart behind. She adopted it with one other be aware about selecting braveness over worry. Her mom additionally shared a submit about karma across the identical time, including to the hypothesis surrounding the couple.
The separation marks the top of Badshah’s second marriage. He was beforehand married to Jasmine Masih, with whom he has a daughter, Jessemy Grace Masih Singh, born in January 2017. The 2 separated, and their divorce was finalised in 2020.