Young Stunners
Young Stunners | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Karachi, Pakistan |
| Genres | hip hop |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Label | Mass Appeal |
| Members | Talha Anjum Talhah Yunus |
| Website | stunnervision |
Young Stunners is a Karachi-based hip-hop duo formed in 2012 by Talha Anjum, Talhah Yunus and with the music production primarily handled by Jokhay and Umair.
History
The group consists of Talha Anjum and Talhah Yunus.[1][2][3] Both were born and raised in Karachi. The duo got their education at the Army Public School, Saddar and have been friends since the age of 16.[4] The group was formed on 2 July 2012 and started releasing music in the same year.[5] Their debut singles "Burger-e-Karachi", a satirical take at the westernised and out-of-touch urban elites of Karachi, and "Maila Majnu" were some of songs that became widely popular.[6][7][8] In 2017, they released their debut album Rebirth.
In July 2020, they collaborated with Asim Azhar, Shamoon Ismail, and Raamis on the track "Tum Tum".[9] In September 2021, they released the track "Why Not" as part of a promotional campaign for Pepsi.[10] In March 2022, they collaborated with Faisal Kapadia on the final track of the fourteenth season of Coke Studio titled "Phir Milenge".[11][12]
Some of their major hits to date include: the collaborative 2021 PSL anthem Groove Mera with Naseebo Lal and Aima Baig,[13] their performance at the 2021 Pakistan Day Parade[8] and their music video "Afsanay".[14][15][16]
They are often credited for introducing Urdu rap into the mainstream Pakistani music scene.[10][17]
In 2024, Young Stunners signed with Mass Appeal Records.[18]
Discography
Albums
| Year | Album | Track | Artist(s) |
Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Rebirth | Real Talk | Young Stunners | [19][20] |
| I Don't Know | ||||
| No Hook Ups | ||||
| Karachi Lingo | ||||
| Right Now | ||||
| Rooh - Remix | ||||
| Po Po | ||||
| Dear Zainab | ||||
| 32 Bore | ||||
| Class | ||||
| Jhoolay Laal | ||||
| Next Level | ||||
| Uber | ||||
| Naya Pakistan | ||||
| Asli Hai |
Singles and collaborations
| Year | Track | Artist(s) | Producer(s) | Note(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Tum Tum | Asim Azhar, Shamoon Ismail, Young Stunners & Raamis | Qasim Azhar | [9] | |
| Gumaan | Young Stunners | Jokhay | [19] | ||
| 2021 | Groove Mera | Naseebo Lal, Aima Baig & Young Stunners | Bilal Haider | 2021 PSL anthem | [13] |
| Yaad | Asim Azhar ft. Young Stunners | Nafeel Ali | [21][22] | ||
| Afsanay | Young Stunners | Jokhay | [16][23] | ||
| 2022 | Why | Young Stunners | Jokhay | [24] | |
| Phir Milenge | Faisal Kapadia & Young Stunners | Xulfi & Abdullah Siddiqui | From Coke Studio (Season 14) | [25] |
See also
References
- ^ "Beat that! Pakistani rap rises: a tale of two Talhas". The Express Tribune. 21 April 2014. Retrieved 4 May 2021.
- ^ "Young Stunners' fans are competing with Geo TV for YouTube rankings". Images. 25 March 2021. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
- ^ "Young Stunners - Artists - Pakistan Day Special - Coke Studio Pakistan". www.cokestudio.com.pk. Archived from the original on 24 April 2021. Retrieved 5 May 2021.
- ^ "Someone Vandalised Young Stunners' Mural & People Are Furious!". Diva Magazine. 19 February 2021. Retrieved 4 May 2021.
- ^ "Straight outta Karachi: Urdu duo Young Stunners are back to revitalise Pakistan's rap scene". The National. 12 August 2017. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
- ^ "The Secret Super Star of Karachi - TheNews Weekly Magazine". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 4 May 2021.
- ^ "Atif Aslam, Young Stunners rule Spotify charts | Instep | thenews.com.pk". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 4 May 2021.
- ^ a b "Young Stunners to feature in Pakistan Day Prade | SAMAA". Samaa TV. Retrieved 24 April 2021.
- ^ a b "'Tum Tum': Asim Azhar's new song video is out". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 27 March 2022.
- ^ a b "How Young Stunners Became Game Changers in Pakistani Music". ARY NEWS. 6 September 2021. Retrieved 27 March 2022.
- ^ "'Phir Milenge': Coke Studio Season 14 Comes To A Close With The 'Best Song Yet'". The Friday Times - Naya Daur. 23 March 2022. Retrieved 27 March 2022.
- ^ "'Coke Studio' and Spotify team up for the final song of Season 14 'Phir Milenge'". Daily Times. 23 March 2022. Retrieved 27 March 2022.
- ^ a b "Aima Baig, Young Stunners and Naseebo Lal join forces for PSL anthem | Instep | thenews.com.pk". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 24 April 2021.
- ^ Iftikhar, Sania (28 March 2021). "AFSANAY by Young Stunners is a magical rap winning hearts already". Trendinginsocial! Latest Entertainment, Fashion, Technology & Sports News. Retrieved 7 May 2021.
- ^ "A Tale of Two Talhas". 10 April 2020. Retrieved 5 May 2021.
- ^ a b "Afsanay by Young Stunners trends on YouTube". Something Haute. 25 March 2021. Retrieved 25 April 2021.
- ^ Khan, Sheheryar (7 March 2022). "A New Generation of Pakistani Musicians Rises". Aurora Magazine. Retrieved 27 March 2022.
- ^ Staff, Images (18 November 2024). "Nas' Mass Appeal Records expands into Pakistan, partnering with Talha Anjum, Umair, among others". Images. Archived from the original on 7 November 2025. Retrieved 7 November 2025.
- ^ a b "Young Stunners' new Album ReBirth is a must listen | SAMAA". Samaa TV. Retrieved 25 April 2021.
- ^ "Talha Anjum and Talha Yunus ReBirth is now out". Patari.pk. Retrieved 25 April 2021.
- ^ "Asim Azhar and the Young Stunners release a New Song "Yaad"". Runway Pakistan. 29 March 2021. Retrieved 8 May 2021.
- ^ "Asim Azhar collaborates with Young Stunners for breakup song 'Yaad'". Something Haute. 28 March 2021. Retrieved 8 May 2021.
- ^ Stunners, Young (26 December 2020). "AFSANAY Lyrics - Talhah Yunus, Talha Anjum | Jokhey". SnoopLyrics. Retrieved 28 August 2021.
- ^ Young Stunners (Ft. Talha Anjum & Talhah Yunus) – Why, retrieved 31 January 2022
- ^ Images Staff (22 March 2022). "Coke Studio closes the curtains on season 14 with 'Phir Milenge' by Faisal Kapadia and Young Stunners". Images. Retrieved 23 March 2022.