Dino James is an Indian artist known for his storytelling in songs. |
His parents are from Kerala, but he was born and raised in Madhya Pradesh. |
Dreaming of acting, he moved to Mumbai at 18, taking acting classes. |
Before rapping, he tried over 20 professions like assistant director and fitness trainer. |
Starting with ads, he appeared in TV shows but realized his writing talent. |
After 8 years in Mumbai, he returned home to help his father. |
He came back in 2012, launching his first song "Loser" in 2016. |
James gained fame with his song "Girlfriend" on 19 October 2016. |
He weaves observations and experiences into relatable songs. |
His songs like "Yaadein" and "Maa" reflect real struggles. |
Struggling with alcohol in 2015, he overcame the addiction. |
He sang "Kaal Kaal" for the movie "Laal Kaptaan" in 2019. |
In 2022, he signed with Def Jam Recordings India and released his album "D" in May. |
A guitar player, he used to perform with the guitar in small shows. |
In an interview, he mentioned not wanting to marry due to societal gender norms. |
He battled Dyslexia as a child. |
In 2023, he won 'Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi' Season 13. |