New Delhi [India]: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has applauded Kerala-born rapper Sooraj Cherukat, professionally known as Hanumankind, for his song ‘Run It Up’, which is gaining international recognition for promoting India’s traditional martial arts.
Speaking during the 120th edition of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi highlighted the song’s role in introducing Indian martial arts like Kalaripayattu, Gatka, and Thang-Ta to a global audience.
📢 “Our traditional games are increasingly becoming integrated into mainstream culture. The latest track by the famous rapper Hanumankind, ‘Run It Up’, is gaining significant popularity at the moment,” the Prime Minister said.
A Global Tribute to Indian Martial Arts
Hanumankind’s ‘Run It Up’ has been topping the Official Asian Music Chart for three consecutive weeks, following the success of his previous hit ‘Big Dawgs’.
The music video for the track blends Indian folk traditions with martial arts, visually celebrating the country’s diverse cultural heritage.
📢 “I congratulate Hanumankind that due to his efforts, people of the world are getting to know about our traditional martial arts,” PM Modi added.
PM Modi’s Social Media Shoutout
PM Modi also praised the song on social media, stating:
📢 “Be it Fiji, Mauritius, Guyana, Suriname, and Trinidad & Tobago, our cultural linkages are thriving! #MannKiBaat.”
A post from the official PMO X (formerly Twitter) handle further acknowledged the rapper’s efforts:
📢 “Renowned rapper Hanumankind’s new song has become quite popular these days. Our traditional Martial Arts like Kalaripayattu, Gatka, and Thang-Ta have been included in it.”
With ‘Run It Up’ gaining momentum globally, Hanumankind’s work is being celebrated as an artistic bridge between contemporary music and India’s rich cultural heritage.