nkhi.ta

nkhi.ta is a rhythm-forward selector drawing from her Jamaican and Telugu heritage to weave global sounds into rooted grooves. Her sets flow through texture and intention, creating comfortable yet stimulating spaces where soul-infused music connects listeners to the present moment.

nkhi.ta is a rhythm-forward selector whose sound is shaped by her Jamaican and Telugu heritage, weaving global influences into deeply rooted grooves. Drawn to music that moves both body and spirit, she approaches each set as an intentional environment—carefully curated to shift energy, invite connection, and cultivate a space that is both comfortable and stimulating. With an ear for rhythm, texture, and flow, she lets each track breathe while guiding listeners through a cohesive sonic journey that unfolds with patience and purpose. Her selections span genres and geographies, united not by labels but by feeling. Whether warm and percussive, soulful and hypnotic, or playful and saucy, every record is chosen for its ability to resonate in the moment. Rather than chasing trends, nkhi.ta is interested in timeless sounds that encourage presence, curiosity, and collective experience. At the heart of her curation and creation is soul—music that connects people to themselves, to one another, and to the rhythm of the space. Beyond the decks, nkhi.ta is an intentional explorer of the world. An avid practitioner of Ashtanga yoga and gratitude, she finds inspiration in slow living, meaningful conversation, travel, literature, and the quiet rituals of everyday life. These practices inform her approach to music as much as her heritage does, shaping a philosophy rooted in consciousness, care, and deep listening. For nkhi.ta, DJing is an act of hospitality. Every set is an invitation to arrive fully, move freely, and share in a moment that exists only once.