Vivian Wilson Fernandes (born October 02, 1990) was born in Andheri, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He is an Indian rapper known for his lyrical ability and for representing the street life of Mumbai. He is professionally known as Divine. Divine's passion for music began at a young age, and he started gaining recognition after the release of his song "Yeh Mera Bombay" in 2013.
However, it was his collaboration with Naezy on "Mere Gully Mein" in 2019 that brought him mainstream success and made him a household name. The song's popularity even inspired the 2019 Bollywood film, "Gully Boy," which is loosely based on Divine's life.
In addition to his musical career, Divine has also ventured into the business side of the industry. In February 2019, he announced the founding of Gully Gang Entertainment, a company that includes a record label, Gully Gang Records. The venture aims to recruit and produce hip-hop talent in the Mumbai area.
Divine's achievements have made him a trailblazer in Indian hip-hop. On December 12, 2020, he made history by becoming the first Indian rapper to be featured on a Spotify Times Square billboard in New York City. This was in recognition of his album Punya Paap, which had topped the charts on Apple Music India.
Moreover, Divine has received numerous accolades for his contribution to the Indian music industry. He made his debut at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards in 2022, where he was the first Indian hip-hop artist to attend the prestigious event. His remarkable success has not only elevated his own career but also opened doors for other aspiring Indian rappers.
