Reality rap competitions have a habit of reshaping entire Hip Hop ecosystems. In Korea, Show Me the Money turned underground rappers into household names. In China, Rap of China helped propel Hip Hop into the cultural mainstream. Now, Pakistan is gearing up for its own defining moment.

Rap Icon Pakistan has officially been announced for late March 2026, landing at a time when the country’s Hip Hop scene is bubbling with momentum. Sitting in the judges’ chairs are two of the most influential voices in Pakistani Rap today: Talha Anjum and Bohemia. Both artists are commanding massive attention in the streets and online, making their involvement a clear signal of the show’s ambition and credibility.

Backing the project is the same production team responsible for Shark Tank Pakistan and MasterChef Pakistan, ensuring high production values and a format built for impact.

The season will feature between 10 and 12 contestants, with weekly challenges designed to test lyricism, performance, adaptability, and star power. As the numbers get whittled down, only one rapper will survive the finale. The mission is simple but ambitious: uncover the next breakout voice capable of standing alongside Talha Anjum and Bohemia, and in the process, push Pakistani Hip Hop into its next era.

Rappers can audition for the show here or on their social media below.