MTV Hustle

Hustle 5 - Apna Homeground

2026 · 20 episodes · 32h 59m in all

MTV India is turning the heat all the way up with MTV Hustle 5, the country’s most influential rap and hip-hop reality show. Building on the overwhelming popularity of previous seasons, the fifth edition introduces an explosive blend of underground authenticity and mainstream spectacle. Bringing together new-school lyricists, street rappers, and viral performers, Hustle 5 showcases how Indian hip-hop is no longer an underground movement—it’s now a cultural powerhouse.

Episodes

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   1. Back on Apna Homeground

   8 Aug 2026 · 133 min

   New Squad Bosses, fresh faces, and pure rap chaos. Badshah returns to ignite explosive battles on the ultimate battleground.

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   2. The Squad Selection gets Brutal!

   9 Aug 2026 · 135 min

   Akshat’s bars earn Badshah’s ultimate seal of approval, while MC Square and Paradox clash over Ansh. Seven contestants now fight to survive the high-stakes 32 Bars Challenge.

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   3. The First Squad War Begins

   15 Aug 2026 · 102 min

   The first-ever Squad War heats up as Dflacko brings Delhi rage to the stage. Harmeet's emotional performance leaves everyone in tears.

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   4. Banger Pocha returns!

   16 Aug 2026 · 86 min

   Para and MC Square return to settle the score with their squads. Akshat brings Rajasthan's raw mosh-pit energy, pushing Badshah to pull out the Banger Pocha.

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   5. King returns to his Homeground

   22 Aug 2026 · 133 min

   KING returns as three Hustlers fight to reclaim their spots in an intense 32 Bar Battle. Tensions rise as the Squad Bosses lock horns, while R-Mridul leaves Badshah astounded.

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   6. Banger Week Goes Bigger!

   23 Aug 2026 · 103 min

   Txama turns the stage into a party with Arunachal's energy, while Dhadkan delivers a massive banger. Which squad will rule the Banger Week?

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   7. Lambardars Take on the Alphas!

   29 Aug 2026 · 91 min

   F-City goes head-to-head as claims, chaos and emotional bangers take over. With scores at stake, who will survive the ultimate squad war?

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   8. EPR vs NCR: High-Stakes Clash!

   30 Aug 2026 · 93 min

   EPR vs NCR triggers total war on stage. Later, as raw emotions overflow and leave Badshah disappointed, which bottom-tier Hustler will survive the week's biggest test?

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   9. The Bar Just Got Higher!

   5 Sept 2026 · 92 min

   Ikka joins Badshah to raise the bar as Level Up week begins. Farak's storytelling and Bhaktaaa's bar fest push the Lambardars ahead.

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    10. Rebels and Alphas Take Over

    6 Sept 2026 · 77 min

    Rebels and Alphas raise the bar as Raaj Babu silences his haters and Dhadkan goes melodic. Four Hustlers face the bottom battle to secure their place.

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    11. Wild Cards vs The Bottom Four

    12 Sept 2026 · 96 min

    The Wild Card Challengers face the Bottom Four in a battle for a spot on Hustle. Who will fight their way into the Homeground?

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    12. Battle for Homeground

    13 Sept 2026 · 89 min

    The Squad Bosses set the stage for Challenger Week, while the Wild Cards hit back with a banger. As four contestants face elimination, the fight for Homeground gets fiercer.

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    13. Kunal Khemu Sets the Stage Ablaze

    19 Sept 2026 · 109 min

    Kunal Khemu and Badshah launch the Industry Ready phase with explosive performances. Dhadkan, Harmeeet and Siroyi impress Kunal, while everyone grooves to end the night.

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    14. High Stakes, Wild Vibes!

    20 Sept 2026 · 86 min

    Fierce Squad Boss banter, wild performances, and total heartbreak. High stakes explode as two contestants get sent packing, leaving twelve to face legendary Collab Week.

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    15. Explosive Collabs Take Over

    26 Sept 2026 · 68 min

    Ansh and Sicklot light up the stage with a high energy collaboration. Later, Parv and Kai turn up the heat, sending chairs, mugs and bottles flying.

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    16. Ticket to Finale Unlocked!

    27 Sept 2026 · 77 min

    Commercial bangers and unexpected collabs take over the Homeground. One Hustler secures a Ticket to the Finale as the Bottom Five face a tense showdown.

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    17. The Semi Finale Showdown

    3 Oct 2026 · 86 min

    The Semi Finale brings tougher rounds, tighter bars and massive stakes. Gravity and Nazz return as Jalladuddin and Bakasur prepare for battle.

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    18. Royalty Meets High Stakes

    4 Oct 2026 · 84 min

    Prince opens the Semi Finale with a bang as the final battles begin. Five Hustlers face the pressure, while Badshah keeps one more surprise under wraps.

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    19. The Grand Finale Begins

    10 Oct 2026 · 124 min

    The Top 6 unite for a historic collab as hip-hop icons join the grand celebration. Who will claim the trophy and one crore prize?

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    20. The Winner Is…

    11 Oct 2026 · 115 min

    The Hustlers take the stage one last time with explosive performances and a celebration of brotherhood. Who will be crowned MTV Hustle 5's winner?