Hanumankind and Indo Warehouse Shattered Expectations at Coachella 2025
At Coachella 2025, South Asian artists turned heads, moved feet, and claimed their space on one of the world’s biggest stages—proving that cultural impact goes far beyond the main headliners. The artists lit up the stage with dhol rhythms, chenda drums, fierce lyricism, and pulsing desi rave beats, reminding us why we Celebrate, Explore, Connect! through music and culture.
South Asian sounds made a bold impact at Coachella 2025, here’s how it all unfolded:
Hanumankind’s U.S. Set Debut Hits Hard
Bengaluru-based rapper Hanumankind kicked off the night with an explosive entrance, following a stunning performance by a group of chenda drummers. Backed by drummer Sange Wangchuk and guitarist Krishna M. Sujith, he launched into a brand-new track and delivered his first-ever full U.S. set with force and finesse.
Running through fan favorites like “Go To Sleep” and “Rush Hour,” he kept the crowd locked in with his bold energy. A surprise collab with Houston rapper Maxo Kream brought an unreleased banger to life, while his statement, “I couldn’t come this far and not bring you a gift from India” set the tone for something bigger.
With chenda drummers returning for a raw version of “Run It Up” and stage visuals designed by New Delhi artist Aaquib Wani, Hanumankind’s set delivered presence, purpose, and pride.
Indo Warehouse Brings the Desi Rave to the Desert
New York-based duo Indo Warehouse – Kunal Merchant and Kahani (Armaan Gupta), followed with a performance that felt more like a movement than a set. With their signature “Indo House” sound, they blended deep house, techno, and Bollywood folk influences to turn the Sahara Tent into a cultural explosion.
Live dhol beats, Garba moves, and Bhangra steps brought the tent to life. Dancers twirled across the stage in colorful Indian outfits, including flowing ghagra cholis, while the crowd clapped, danced, and cheered. Fans on social media quickly called it “IndoChella,” celebrating the kind of representation they had long waited to see.
In a post that followed, the duo shared:
“From our roots to the desert, Coachella Weekend 1 was more than a show, it was a statement. Thank you for feeling every beat with us. The journey continues.”
A New Wave of South Asian Sound
Each performance marked a major moment for South Asian music at Coachella. Hanumankind delivered fierce verses over traditional drums, while Indo Warehouse blended Indian sounds with electronic music to create something entirely their own. Together, they made it clear, South Asian artists belong on the biggest stages, and the world is paying attention.
We’re watching a new era of Desi creativity unfold and we’ll be following every beat.
At Sanskar Savvy, we’ll always Celebrate, Explore, Connect! these moments that uplift the culture and bring our global community closer together.
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