Aarya Jadhao

Aarya Jadhao, professionally known as QK, is an Indian rapper, songwriter, and digital creator from Maharashtra. She gained national recognition through MTV Hustle 2.0 and later expanded her popularity with appearances on Bigg Boss Marathi Season 5 and The 50. Known for blending Marathi cultural identity with feminist poetry and aggressive hip-hop delivery, she has emerged as one of the most talked-about young rappers from Maharashtra.

Aarya Jadhao

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Aarya Jadhao performing in 2026
Born	20 December 2001 (age 24) Amravati, Maharashtra, India
Nationality	Indian
Education	Degree in Architecture
Alma mater
Occupation	Rapper Songwriter YouTuber
Years active	2020–present
Known for	MTV Hustle 2.0 Bigg Boss Marathi Season 5 The 50
Notable works	Zinda Nirbhaya Tu Ban (2020) Nauvaari Draupadi Le Jaa (2023)
Awards
Spouse(s)
Parents
Religion	Hinduism
Website

Early Life & Education

Aarya Jadhao was born on 20 December 2001 in Amravati, Maharashtra, in the Vidarbha region. She grew up in a middle-class family; her father is described as a businessman, while her mother supported her creative interests. She has a brother, Shivraj Jadhao.

From a young age, she enjoyed writing verses and performing for family members. A serious accident during her youth reportedly influenced her decision to channel her emotions into artistic expression.

Despite her creative interests, she initially pursued formal education in architecture. She later shifted her focus entirely to music and digital content creation.

Career

Aarya began her rap journey during the lockdown period, uploading self-recorded performances on YouTube under the name QK. Her early content was raw and direct, helping her build an organic audience.

Her independent track Zinda Nirbhaya Tu Ban (2020) highlighted themes of women’s safety and empowerment. Over time, she released songs blending Marathi and Hindi lyrics with social commentary and street-style punchlines.

She is known for performing in traditional Nauvari sarees, symbolically merging Marathi culture with modern hip-hop.

In 2022, she participated in MTV Hustle 2.0 under the stage name QK. As part of Dee MC’s squad, she stood out for integrating poetry, mythology, and feminist themes into competitive rap performances. Her performances such as Draupadi and Nauvaari gained significant attention.

In 2024, Aarya entered Bigg Boss Marathi Season 5. She became known for her outspoken and emotionally intense personality. A physical altercation inside the house led to her eviction from the show, which generated widespread media attention and online discussion.

In 2026, she participated in The 50, a competitive reality show featuring multiple celebrity contestants. Her appearance continued her presence in mainstream reality television.

Notable Works

Year	Title	Type	Notes
2020	Zinda Nirbhaya Tu Ban	Single	Independent release
—	Nauvaari	Single	Marathi rap track
—	Draupadi	Single	Mythology-inspired rap performance
—	Psycho	Single	Independent track
—	Raza Rani	Single	Rap release
—	Aaina	Single	Independent track
2023	Le Jaa	Single	Independent release
2022	MTV Hustle 2.0	Reality Show	Contestant
2024	Bigg Boss Marathi Season 5	Reality Show	Contestant
2026	The 50	Reality Show	Contestant

Achievements and Recognition

Aarya Jadhao is recognized as one of the emerging voices in Marathi hip-hop. She gained national visibility after her appearance on MTV Hustle 2.0, where her poetic style and strong stage presence received attention from both judges and audiences. She is known for blending Marathi cultural identity with feminist rap themes, creating a distinctive artistic voice. Through her independent digital releases and reality television appearances, she has built a strong youth following across social media platforms.

External Links

• Instagram
• IMDB

See also

• The 50