Arpan Kumar Chandel (born October 10, 1998) was born in New Delhi, India. He is an Indian singer, rapper, and hip-hop artist. He is professionally known as King or King Rocco. King discovered his love for rapping while studying in school and began showcasing his talent on YouTube. He quickly gained popularity and amassed a huge fan following on the platform.
In 2019, King's career took a significant turn when he participated in the television rap reality show, MTV Hustle. His performances on the show were well-received, and he quickly caught the attention of some of the biggest names in the Indian music industry, including Raftaar, Raja Kumari, and Nucleya. Nucleya was particularly impressed by King's talent and offered him the opportunity to work on his album.
Since then, King has been making waves in the Indian music industry with his unique style of music. His blend of Hindi and English lyrics and his ability to infuse hip-hop with traditional Indian music has earned him a dedicated fan base. In 2022, King made his Bollywood debut with the Hindi film Drishyam 2, where he lent his voice to the song "Sahi Galat" along with Devi Sri Prasad and Amitabh Bhattacharya.
In addition to his music career, King is also known for his philanthropic work. He is an advocate for mental health awareness and has used his platform to spread awareness and encourage people to seek help when needed. He has also been involved in various charity events and has helped raise funds for several causes.
King's rise to fame is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and talent. He continues to push the boundaries of Indian hip-hop and is on a mission to take the genre to new heights.
