ThirumaLi, born Vishnu M S in February 1995 in Kottayam, Kerala, is widely recognized as one of the pioneering figures of Malayalam hip-hop. He began rapping in 2013 and became a full-time solo artist by 2018, introducing rap in native Malayalam and breaking new ground in South India’s rap scene Reddit+15Wikipedia+15The New Indian Express+15. His breakthrough came with the 2019 hit “Malayali Da”, a confident anthem celebrating regional identity that struck a chord across Kerala and beyond Wikipedia+7The Hindu+7Wikipedia+7. He followed with socially conscious and narrative-driven singles like “Avastha”, “Naadan Vibe”, “Naade Naattaare” (from Operation Java), “Aliya”, and the landmark 2023 track “Sambar”, released via Def Jam Recordings India alongside fellow Malayali rappers Fejo, Dabzee, and Thudwiser Famous Birthdays+5Wikipedia+5Culture Haze+5. In March 2024, he signed with Mass Appeal India and dropped the powerful single “Thericho”, produced by Jay Stellar, marking his debut on Nas’s prestigious label and showcasing his evolving lyrical and visual intensity thirumali.wixsite.com+7Culture Haze+7mhbtribe.com+7. Known for blending conscious rap, regional acclaim, and raw authenticity, ThirumaLi continues to define Kerala’s modern hip-hop movement.