Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Hiran Das Murali |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (177 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Government Model Higher Secondary School for Boys, Thrissur, Kerala |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Hometown | Thrissur, Kerala |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Tattoo | On his chest |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Daily Wager |
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| Siblings | 1 elder brother, 1 younger sister |
Career
| Debut | Vedan entered the music scene with the song 'Narabali' from the film 'Nayattu' in 2021, where he showcased his talents as a lyricist and singer. His captivating lyrics and unique style quickly garnered attention, leading to the release of several notable tracks such as 'La Vida' for the film 'KARAM' in 2023, and 'Kuthanthram' for the film 'Manjummel Boys' in 2024. Additionally, his track 'Voice of the Voiceless' shed light on social issues and discrimination faced by his community, helping him gain immense popularity. |
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Favourites
| Writers | TD Ramakrishnan, Perumal Murugan |
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| Philosopher | Kaniyan Poongundranar |
| Film Director | Pa Ranjith |
| Actors | Kamal Hassan, Dhanush |
Style Quotient
| Simple Life | After achieving fame, Vedan chose to remain grounded, adopting a simple lifestyle that reflects authenticity in his music. |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/vedanwithword/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/vedanwithword/ | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@vedanwithword |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Vedan's mother hails from Jaffna, Sri Lanka. | |
| He grew up in Swapnabhoomi, a locality near Thrissur railway station. | |
| Before entering the music industry, he worked in construction and later as a studio assistant for respected film editor and director B Ajith Kumar. | |
| His interest in rap music sparked while he had a minor role in the Malayalam film 'Kammattipaadam', influenced by the legendary Tupac Shakur. | |
| He chose the name 'Vedan' to represent the village hunters from his community, reflecting on their struggles. | |
| His song 'Voice of the Voiceless' was inspired by the discrimination faced by his community, aiming to give a voice to the underprivileged. | |
| Vedan faced considerable backlash when he began his music career, including death threats and physical intimidation. | |
| He has a pet dog and often showcases his love for animals on social media. |
