Who is YUNG SAMMY? 'The 50' contestant's journey from Nigeria
YUNG SAMMY, a Nigerian rapper known for his Hindi tracks like Raat Khatam and G Class, is stepping into the spotlight as a contestant on The 50, India's new survival reality show premiering February 1, 2026.
With over eight lakh Spotify listeners and a strong Instagram following, he's already making waves in the Indian hip-hop scene—even though he's still pretty new here.
From underground to reality TV: YUNG SAMMY's evolution
Linked to the Desi Trill label, YUNG SAMMY has maintained his underground roots.
Now, as the first Black contestant on Indian reality TV, he's already made an impression by joining Krishna Shroff's winning team in The 50's premiere challenge.
His journey from underground artist to mainstream contender has been anything but ordinary.
'I wanted a challenge, not just screen time'
YUNG SAMMY isn't just chasing fame—he told the media, "I wanted a challenge, Not just screen time."
He's all about personal growth and connecting with fans beyond music.
As he puts it: "Success for me would be people truly knowing who YUNG SAMMY is beyond the music. If the Indian audience connects with my mindset, my struggle, and my journey, and then goes back to my music feeling more connected, that's a big win."
His story might just inspire anyone looking to carve their own path or shake up what hip-hop can look like in India.