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Young Stunners: From Lyari Streets to International Stardom

SurTaal Team April 25, 2026

How Young Stunners went from Lyari street rap to becoming Pakistan's biggest hip-hop act — and the controversies along the way.

Talha Anjum and Talha Yunus, known as Young Stunners, have rewritten the rules of Pakistani music. Rising from the streets of Lyari, Karachi — one of the city's most underserved neighborhoods — they built a hip-hop empire that now commands millions of streams globally. Their journey from underground rap battles to sold-out concerts and brand endorsements is the quintessential rags-to-riches story. But success hasn't come without controversy. Recent social media feuds with other Pakistani rappers, questions about commercial sellout, and their expanding influence on youth culture have made them the most discussed artists in the country.