Bahraini artist Flipperachi sets Guinness World Record with global hit ‘FA9LA’

Bahraini artist Flipperachi, born Hussam Aseem, has officially made music history after securing a Guinness World Record for his viral hit “FA9LA,” an achievement confirmed on January 29, 2026.

The rapper and producer was surprised with the official Guinness certificate during a photoshoot, later sharing the moment on social media with the now-viral caption: “Guinness World Records, habibi!”

The record-breaking achievement

Official Guinness World Record title: Most Billboard Arabia charts topped at No. 1 by a single song. “FA9LA” simultaneously reached the top position on four major Billboard Arabia charts, a feat never achieved before by a single track:

• Top 100 Artists

• Hot 100 Songs

• Top 50 Khaleeji

• Top 50 Arabic Hip Hop

The milestone cements Flipperachi’s position as one of the most globally influential Arabic hip-hop artists to emerge in recent years.

From regional release to global obsession

Originally released in 2024, “FA9LA,” which loosely translates to “vibe” or “zone,” found explosive global success after being featured in the Bollywood blockbuster Dhurandhar. The song was used as the entrance theme for Akshaye Khanna’s character, Rehman Dakait, instantly becoming a pop culture moment.

The ‘Akshaye Khanna effect’

Akshaye Khanna’s effortless, understated dance moves to the track triggered a massive social media trend:

• 5.7 million+ Instagram Reels

• 2.2 billion TikTok views

The trend pushed the song far beyond Arabic-speaking audiences, turning it into a cross-cultural phenomenon.

Global charts and viral dominance

Fuelled by social media virality and soundtrack exposure, “FA9LA” also climbed to No. 1 on Spotify’s Global Viral 50 chart, proving the track’s universal appeal even among listeners who did not understand the Arabic lyrics. Industry observers point to the song’s hypnotic beat and minimalist hook as key reasons behind its borderless success.

What’s next for Flipperachi

Riding the momentum of this “huge W,” Flipperachi is set to launch his first-ever India tour, kicking off in Bengaluru on March 14, 2026. With a Guinness World Record, global chart dominance, and viral pop culture impact now under his belt, Flipperachi’s rise signals a major moment for Arabic hip hop on the world stage.