is a Mumbai-born filmmaker, multi-genre DJ, and emcee whose journey is deeply rooted in the rise of Indian hip-hop. From cutting behind-the-scenes edits in the early 2010s to hyping up global stages as the official Hypeman for DIVINE, JD has been a driving force in India’s underground-to-mainstream hip-hop movement.

A storyteller at heart and a cultural architect by instinct, JD’s breakout moment came in 2015 with the award-winning music video Mere Gully Mein a project that not only helped ignite a cultural revolution but also inspired a Bollywood feature, bringing raw street voices into the spotlight.

His body of work includes directing iconic music videos such as GUNEGHAR, Mirchi, and 3:59 AM, and curating unforgettable live experiences across stages like Lollapalooza India, Wireless Festival, and Sunburn Goa.

With over a decade in the game, JD continues to push boundaries blending sound and vision, spotlighting untold stories, and building platforms where authenticity, culture, and community thrive.