The Indian music star challenged the rising Pakistani rapper to perform live in Punjabi and was impressed by his spontaneous verses.
LONDON: Indian rapper and music producer Yo Yo Honey Singh has praised emerging Pakistani freestyle rapper Ghani Tiger after an impromptu meeting in London, where the young artist showcased his lyrical skills during a series of live rap challenges.
Videos circulating on social media show Honey Singh introducing Ghani Tiger as a young rapper from Pakistan and challenging him to demonstrate his freestyle abilities.
During the interaction, Honey Singh gave Ghani the word “Shahzada” and asked him to create a rap around it. The Pakistani artist responded with an improvised Punjabi verse, impressing the Indian star with his confidence and quick delivery.
Honey Singh then challenged him to perform another freestyle using the phrase “Lahore di Hawa.” Ghani delivered another Punjabi verse, praising Lahore and referencing Honey Singh in his performance.
The Indian rapper reacted enthusiastically, expressing his appreciation for the young artist’s talent. In a separate video, Honey Singh gave Ghani a public shout-out, describing him as a “great talent.”
The encounter has attracted attention online, with music fans welcoming the interaction as a positive moment between artists from Pakistan and India.
Ghani Tiger, whose real name is Hamza Ghani, has been building a following through his Punjabi and Urdu freestyle performances. His work has helped him connect with audiences in Pakistan and the United Kingdom, where he has performed at public locations and live events.
For the emerging rapper, receiving recognition from an established name in the South Asian music industry marks a significant moment in his musical journey.
Although the meeting has generated excitement among fans, no formal musical collaboration between the two artists has been announced.
The viral encounter highlights how music can bring performers and audiences together across borders, with Ghani Tiger’s spontaneous verses earning appreciation from one of the region’s most recognisable music stars.
