Ayush Malhotra

For me, DJing has never been about simply playing music. It has always been about creating moments. Every crowd is different, every venue has its own personality, and every set tells a unique story. My goal is always to understand the energy in the room, build on it, and create an experience that people remember long after the night ends.

I'm a 20 year old DJ based in Delhi, and I started my journey in 2025 with nothing more than curiosity, determination, and a genuine love for music. Instead of taking the traditional route, I immersed myself in live performances, closely studying some of the industry's best DJs. I paid attention to everything, from their track selection and transitions to their stage presence and crowd interaction. Those observations became the foundation of my own style and continue to shape the way I approach every performance.

What excites me most about DJing is the unpredictability. No two nights are ever the same. A great set isn't planned from start to finish. It's built in real time. Reading the room, understanding what the audience wants before they even realise it themselves, and knowing exactly when to change the energy is what I enjoy the most. That challenge is what keeps me coming back behind the decks.

I'm an open format DJ because I believe versatility is one of the most valuable qualities an artist can have. While my signature sound revolves around Commercial Hip Hop, AfroBolly House, Bollytech, and nostalgic crowd favourites, I'm comfortable performing across genres and adapting my sets to suit any audience. Whether it's an intimate lounge, a packed nightclub, a college festival, a luxury wedding, or a private celebration, I enjoy creating a unique musical journey for every event.

In just over a year, I've had the opportunity to perform more than 17 shows, with multiple bookings at some of India's leading nightlife venues, including Dear Donna, Bohca, and Dirty Good. Those opportunities have helped me develop not only as a DJ but also as a performer who understands how different crowds respond to music. Every venue has taught me something new, and every set has pushed me to improve.

I've also had the privilege of opening for artists including Tej Music Vodka, Basspatch, Aakash Kapoor, and several other established names in the electronic music scene. Sharing the stage with experienced artists has been an incredible learning experience and has only strengthened my desire to continue growing.

One milestone that will always be special to me was becoming the first student DJ ever invited to perform at my college's flagship cultural festival, Biswamil, a stage that has previously hosted artists such as Arijit Singh, Mohit Chauhan, and AP Dhillon.

Another exciting chapter in my journey is being selected as one of the artists performing at the Pop&Plunge × London Hopshop event on 21 June 2026. Opportunities like these motivate me to keep raising my standards and continue pushing myself creatively.

Although clubs are where I feel most at home, I've also performed at private events, house parties, and weddings. These experiences have made me adaptable and taught me that every event deserves its own identity. Success isn't about playing your favourite songs. It's about playing the right songs at the right moment.

When I prepare for a performance, I don't think about impressing people with technical ability. I think about the atmosphere I want to create. The best compliment I can receive isn't someone telling me I mixed well. It's seeing a dance floor that refuses to empty.

I'm still at the beginning of my journey, and that's what excites me the most. There is always something new to learn, another crowd to connect with, another challenge to take on, and another opportunity to grow. My ambition is to continue performing at the best clubs and festivals across India before taking my music to international stages and representing Indian talent on a global stage.

Every booking is an opportunity to prove myself again, and I approach each performance with the same mindset. I want every audience to leave with a memory worth talking about and a reason to come back the next time they see my name on a lineup.