Vedan (b. 1994)
Birthplace:
Thrissur, Kerala, India
Born:
October 25, 1994
Hirandas Murali, professionally known as Vedan, is a rapper and songwriter from Kerala, India. He is best known for his releases like "Kuthanthram" (from "Manjummel Boys"), "La Vida," "Voice of Voiceless," and "Kondal Vedan Song" (from "Kondal"). Vedan's debut track "Voice of Voiceless" (2020), a socially charged track that spotlighted caste and class realities, marked his breakthrough, establishing him as a notable name in South Indian independent music. Vedan has contributed to Malayalam cinema, with his entry into the film music scene coming through the track "Narabali" from Nayattu (2021), followed by tracks like "Kuthanthram" (Manjummel Boys, 2024), "Kondal" (Kondal, 2024), and "Va Veda" (Narivetta, 2025). He also featured in Kisses in the Clouds, a track from the 2024 Cannes-selected film "All We Imagine as Light". In 2024, he launched Karupp Records, a music label focused on promoting underrepresented voices in Indian independent music. Vedan's releases have been released through major labels such as Mass Appeal India and Sony Music India. Known for his strong stage presence, Vedan has performed at major festivals and events, including Gully Fest (Mumbai), Ocha Festival (Kochi), Motoverse (Goa), and Rap91 (Mumbai) in 2024.