Ajmal Chaliyam’s ‘Varsha Megham’ Crosses 15M Views Globally

Kerala, India | January 2026 :  Malayalam independent music is witnessing an unprecedented global surge as Varsha Megham, the latest music video by popular singer Ajmal Chaliyam, widely known as Janapriya Gaayakan Ajmal Chaliyam, has crossed a remarkable 15 million views on YouTube within just 25 days of its release.

The achievement places Varsha Megham among the most successful independent music releases from Kerala in recent years. More notably, the song’s rapid ascent highlights the expanding global footprint of Indian regional and non-film music, reinforcing the growing influence of Malayalam independent artists on international digital platforms.

Global Recognition and International Trending

A defining milestone in the success story of Varsha Megham is its exceptional performance beyond Indian borders. The song secured the No.1 position on YouTube’s trending charts in countries such as Colombia and Nepal, a rare feat for a Malayalam-language independent release.

Industry observers see this international traction as a powerful indicator of the rising global demand for emotionally driven, non-English music from India. The song’s ability to transcend linguistic boundaries underscores how independent Indian music is increasingly resonating with global audiences through emotion, melody, and visual storytelling.

Expanding Global Audience Reach

Beyond India, Varsha Megham has recorded strong and consistent engagement from listeners across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, and parts of Europe. International viewers have described the song as “pure emotion,” “a universal monsoon mood,” and “music that connects without the need for translation.”

Such audience responses highlight the song’s cross-cultural accessibility and reinforce the idea that authentic regional music, when rooted in emotion and high production quality, can achieve universal appeal.

Strong Financial Performance

Produced on an estimated budget of ₹30 lakh (approximately USD 36,000), Varsha Megham has emerged as a major commercial success. The song has generated over ₹1.62 crore (approximately USD 195,000) in global revenue so far.

In addition to YouTube monetisation, the project has delivered substantial earnings across more than 145 global audio streaming platforms, positioning it as one of the most financially successful Malayalam independent music ventures in recent times.

A Landmark Year for Ajmal Chaliyam

The year 2025 has marked a defining chapter in Ajmal Chaliyam’s musical journey. Of the five songs released by the artist during the year, four crossed the million-view milestone, including:

• Varsha Megham – 15 million views

• Nira Mizhikal Chapter 2 – 10 million views

• Nee Nilav Pole – 5.3 million views

Collectively, these releases registered some of the highest overall viewership figures among album songs released in Kerala in 2025, further cementing Ajmal Chaliyam’s position as a leading force in the Malayalam independent music scene.

Creative Team

• Music Director & Singer: Ajmal Chaliyam

• Programming: Sai Balan

• Lyrics: K C Abhilash

• Director of Photography: Jazz Thadikkaran

• Director & Editor: Shahir Shan

• Digital Intermediate: Jithin Kumbukattu

• Design: Adhin Ollur

• Makeup: Navas Tirur

About the Song

Featuring rain-inspired visuals and a cinematic narrative, Varsha Megham blends refined production values with deeply emotional storytelling. Ajmal Chaliyam’s soulful performance, combined with evocative visuals, has played a key role in driving sustained global engagement and repeat viewership across digital platforms.

Watch “Varsha Megham” on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/DaOFgeXlmlY