Hustle 5 winner: Dhadkan lifts the trophy of the reality show; takes home Rs 1 crore

Representing Paradox’s Squad, Dhadkan aka Daksh Pendharker from Sonipat has emerged as the winner of Hustle 5 – Apna Homeground, taking home the coveted title and the grand prize of Rs 1 crore after weeks of hard-hitting performances, fierce competition and unforgettable hip-hop moments. WhysoKai secured the first runner-up position, while Harmeet finished as the second runner-up.Led by Rap Supremo Badshah, rooted in the spirit of Apna Homeground, Hustle 5 celebrated India’s diverse hip-hop culture, bringing together contestants and Squad Bosses who represented distinct sounds, stories and journeys. Beyond being a platform to showcase talent, Hustle continues to serve as a launchpad for budding artists and rappers, helping them refine their craft, find their voice and become industry-ready performers.Adding to the excitement, the show also welcomed big names from entertainment and hip-hop, including Raja Kumari, Nikita Gandhi, Ikka, Dino James, Bella, Prince Narula and King, along with actors Kunal Khemu and Fatima Sana Shaikh, who brought their own star power to the Hustle 5 stage. From standout performances to special appearances and hard-hitting bars, Hustle 5 – Apna Homeground celebrated the voices shaping India’s hip-hop culture, ending the season with Dhadkan taking home the ultimate win.Reflecting on his journey, Dhadkan, aka Daksh, expressed, “It still feels unreal jab bhi main sochta hoon ki ek time pe maine apni notes mein is moment ko manifest kiya tha… and cut to the winner of Hustle Season 5 is Dhadkan! Yeh journey has been nothing short of crazy, full of new experiences, learnings and a beautiful new family. Special thanks to Badshah Bhai, Squad bosses and the entire production, music, and PR teams, along with everyone who has played a huge part in this journey. I feel truly blessed to have been a part of this season, which was an ode to Homeground. And dil se thank you to everyone, especially the audience, for accepting me and giving me so much love. This is Dhadkan signing off from Hustle 5 par asli safar toh ab shuru hua hai!”On Dhadkan’s victory, Paradox added, “Seeing Dhadkan lift the trophy is a proud moment and a reminder of how much talent and hard work this season has brought to the stage. Every artist on Hustle 5 – Apna Homeground has had their own journey and Dhadkan has truly made his mark with his performances and dedication. It’s great to see him take home the title and I’m excited to see his journey grow and what he does next with this prize money and the opportunities that come with it.”Rap Supremo Badshah said, “Every season of Hustle unearths authentic voices, but Dhadkan’s run on Hustle 5 – Apna Homeground has been exceptional right from the start. Winning this season and taking home Rs 1 crore is well deserved and I hope this is just the beginning of bigger things for him. Big love and respect to all the hustlers this season; each one brought something irreplaceable to the culture.”Get the latest TV News, TV Shows and more. Download the TOI app.