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Divine, born on October 2, 1990 in Andheri, Mumbai Suburban district, India, is a musician. As of 2026, Divine is 35 years old. Schooling on record includes Rishi Dayaram and Seth Hassaram National College and Seth Wassiamull Assomull Science College. Listed accolades include Filmfare Award for Best Lyricist (2020).
My Take
Divine is, to me, one of the most honest voices in modern Indian music. Born Vivian Fernandes in 1990 and raised in Mumbai's chawls, he turned street life, struggle, and aspiration into the foundation of Indian hip-hop, even winning a 2020 Filmfare Award for Best Lyricist. What moves me is his refusal to dress up where he came from; he made it his weapon instead of his shame. That kind of authenticity travels far beyond India, speaking to anyone who has climbed upward with nothing but their own words. He is the real deal.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Divine
- Name (Japanese)
- ディヴィン
- Reading
- でぃゔぃん
- Born
- October 2, 1990 (age 35)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Libra / Horse
- Origin
- Andheri, Mumbai Suburban district, India
- Occupation
- musician
2. Background
- University
- Rishi Dayaram and Seth Hassaram National College and Seth Wassiamull Assomull Science College
Awards & achievements
- 2020 Filmfare Award for Best Lyricist
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Divine born?
Born October 2, 1990 (age 35).
Where is Divine from?
Divine is from Andheri, Mumbai Suburban district, India.
What does Divine do?
Divine works as musician.