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.
Episode 1
Back on Apna Homeground
Aug 8, 2026
New Squad Bosses, fresh faces, and pure rap chaos. Badshah returns to ignite explosive battles on the ultimate battleground.
Episode 2
The Squad Selection gets Brutal!
Aug 9, 2026
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.
Episode 3
The First Squad War Begins
Aug 15, 2026
The first-ever Squad War heats up as Dflacko brings Delhi rage to the stage. Harmeet's emotional performance leaves everyone in tears.
Episode 4
Banger Pocha returns!
Aug 16, 2026
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.
Episode 5
King returns to his Homeground
Aug 22, 2026
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.
Episode 6
Banger Week Goes Bigger!
Aug 23, 2026
Txama turns the stage into a party with Arunachal's energy, while Dhadkan delivers a massive banger. Which squad will rule the Banger Week?
Episode 7
Lambardars Take on the Alphas!
Aug 29, 2026
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?
Episode 8
EPR vs NCR: High-Stakes Clash!
Aug 30, 2026
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?
Episode 9
The Bar Just Got Higher!
Sep 5, 2026
Ikka joins Badshah to raise the bar as Level Up week begins. Farak's storytelling and Bhaktaaa's bar fest push the Lambardars ahead.
Episode 10
Rebels and Alphas Take Over
Sep 6, 2026
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.
Episode 11
Wild Cards vs The Bottom Four
Sep 12, 2026
The Wild Card Challengers face the Bottom Four in a battle for a spot on Hustle. Who will fight their way into the Homeground?
Episode 12
Battle for Homeground
Sep 13, 2026
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.
Episode 13
Kunal Khemu Sets the Stage Ablaze
Sep 19, 2026
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.
Episode 14
High Stakes, Wild Vibes!
Sep 20, 2026
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.
Episode 15
Explosive Collabs Take Over
Sep 26, 2026
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.
Episode 16
Ticket to Finale Unlocked!
Sep 27, 2026
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.
Episode 17
The Semi Finale Showdown
Oct 3, 2026
The Semi Finale brings tougher rounds, tighter bars and massive stakes. Gravity and Nazz return as Jalladuddin and Bakasur prepare for battle.
Episode 18
Royalty Meets High Stakes
Oct 4, 2026
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.
Episode 19
The Grand Finale Begins
Oct 10, 2026
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?
Episode 20
The Winner Is…
Oct 11, 2026
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?