Just hours after announcing his separation from wife Isha Rikhi , the rapper released Chimna, his first Marathi hip-hop track. August 31 was a day of big changes for rapper Badshah , both personally and professionally. The couple have decided to part ways after just five months of marriage.
Isha had confirmed their marriage publicly during an Instagram Ask Me Anything session in June. This decision has been made with mutual respect, and we request everyone to kindly respect our privacy during this time”. The couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in March 2026, after dating for almost four years.
In their statement, they said, “I and Isha Rikhi have mutually decided to part ways and move forward on our separate paths. On Monday night, Badshah and Punjabi actor Isha Rikhi announced their separation, sharing identical statements on their Instagram stories.
‘Chimna’ is my love letter to Maharashtra’s rich creative canvas. I am incredibly grateful for how this project turned out, and this one’s dedicated to all my day one Maharashtrian fans! Chimna features playback singer Divya Kumar and Marathi folk artist Nagesh Morwekar. The music video was shot in Kolhapur and gives viewers a glimpse of the region’s local flavour and everyday life. From lively wedding processions and daily wage workers to mud wrestlers training at a traditional akhada, the video stays rooted in the culture and spirit of Maharashtra. Marathi actor Neha Khan also makes an appearance in the video, bringing her own energy to the vibrant track.
Talking about his Marathi debut, Badshah said, “India’s regional music is a goldmine and I want to celebrate every corner of it.
the rapper also marked a new milestone in his music career with the release of Chimna, his first Marathi song While Badshah’s personal life made headlines. The track mixes his hip-hop sound with the earthy feel of Maharashtrian folk music, creating a lively tribute to the state’s culture. The statement read, “I and Isha Rikhi have mutually decided to part ways and move forward on our separate paths. This decision has been made with mutual respect, and we request everyone to kindly respect our privacy during this time.
Earlier reporting noted: Badshah and Isha Rikhi announce divorce after 5 months of marriage: ‘Decision has been made with mutual respect’ Rapper Badshah and Punjabi actor Isha Rikhi have confirmed that their marriage has come to an end, just five months after they reportedly tied the knot. The couple addressed the speculation surrounding their relationship on August 31, sharing identical statements on their respective Instagram stories and making it clear that they have decided to go their separate ways.
Earlier reporting noted: Badshah’s release new music Badshah’s release new music Earlier reporting noted: In their joint statement on Monday, Badshah and Isha Rikhi said that the decision was mutual and asked people to respect their privacy as they begin this new chapter separately.
