Hustle Season 5 Announced with Record Rs 1 Crore Winner Prize and ‘Apna Homeground’ Theme
Music reality franchise Hustle is returning for its fifth edition with its largest cash reward to date, offering Rs 1 crore to the upcoming winner. Centred on the theme ‘Apna Homeground’, the new season highlights the roots, local experiences, and personal stories of aspiring hip-hop artists from across India.
What Happened
The makers of Hustle have officially announced Season 5, introducing a record-setting Rs 1 crore prize for the champion—the highest in the franchise’s history. The show, which serves as a major platform for emerging Indian rap talent, focuses this season on celebrating the geographic and cultural backgrounds of its competitors under the ‘Apna Homeground’ concept.
Rap Supremo Badshah expressed that the elevated prize money reflects the growth of the hip-hop movement in India. He noted that the platform continues its objective of discovering artists with authentic stories from across the nation, highlighting that an artist’s background forms the foundation of their musical journey.
Key Highlights
- Highest Prize Money: The Season 5 winner will receive Rs 1 crore, marking the largest prize in the history of the show.
- New Theme: The season adopts the theme ‘Apna Homeground’, focusing on contestants’ hometowns, distinct sounds, and local communities.
- Mentorship Panel: Alongside Badshah, the mentoring team features OG Squad Boss EPR, joined by returning Squad Bosses MC Square, Paradox, and Agsy—all three of whom originally competed as contestants on earlier seasons.
- Broadcast Schedule: The show premieres on August 8, airing on Saturdays and Sundays at 7 pm on MTV and streaming on JioHotstar.
Why This Matters
The introduction of a Rs 1 crore reward and the return of former contestants as mentors underline the platform’s role in mainstreaming Indian hip-hop. By advancing former participants such as MC Square, Paradox, and Agsy into leadership roles as Squad Bosses, the series demonstrates an established pathway for emerging talent within the domestic rap scene.
What to Watch Next
Viewers can tune in to the season premiere on August 8. The episodes will be broadcast every weekend on Saturday and Sunday at 7 pm on MTV, with online streaming accessible via JioHotstar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the prize money for Hustle Season 5?
The champion of Hustle Season 5 will take home a cash prize of Rs 1 crore, the highest ever offered across the show’s seasons.
Who are the mentors and Squad Bosses in Season 5?
The panel includes Badshah alongside OG Squad Boss EPR, with former contestants turned mentors MC Square, Paradox, and Agsy returning as Squad Bosses.
When and where will Hustle Season 5 air?
Hustle Season 5 premieres on August 8. It will air every Saturday and Sunday at 7 pm on MTV and will also stream on JioHotstar.
Source: Based on official promotional announcements and statements shared by MTV Hustle and Badshah.