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Amin Mohamed (Somali: Aamin Maxamed, [ɑːmɪn mæħæmed]; born 21 February 1996), better known as Chunkz, is a British YouTuber, influencer, host, entertainer, and former musician.[2][3][4] He is a member of the YouTube group Beta Squad. As of November 2024, his YouTube channel had over 3.6 million subscribers and 294 million video views.[1]

Key Information

Early life and personal life

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Amin Mohamed[5][6] was born on 21 February 1996,[7] in North West London.[8] He is the youngest of five siblings. He is a second generation British Somali, as his parents immigrated from Somaliland in the 1980s.[5] Before his career on YouTube, he worked at Cineworld, and met fellow Beta Squad member Aj Shabeel there.[9] He studied financial mathematics at the London Metropolitan University for a year before dropping out in 2016 to focus on YouTube.[5][9]

He is Muslim[10][11] and a supporter of Arsenal F.C.[12]

Career

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YouTube

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Mohamed registered the Chunkz account on 23 July 2015. His early YouTube videos included vlogs, challenges, pranks, and more; they also included his friend Sharky and his cousin, Darkest Man.[13] In an interview in October 2019, he cited British YouTuber KSI as his inspiration to started making content on YouTube.[9] In 2017, he quit his job at Cineworld to become a full-time YouTuber.[9]

He formed a duo with Yung Filly and contributed to YouTube channels.[14] Mohamed and Yung Filly also starred in the Footasylum YouTube series known as Does the Shoe Fit.[15]

In 2018, Mohamed won the International Somaliland Award for the best entertainer.[5]

In 2019, Mohamed created and joined the Beta Squad, a British YouTube collective group, along with fellow British YouTubers Niko Omilana, AJ Shabeel, Sharky, and KingKennyTV. In February 2019, it was also announced that the group would be living together in a £4 million mansion in a secret location in London, where they will create daily content for platforms including YouTube, Instagram and Snapchat.[16][17] The group also created a shared channel called "Beta Squad" and would upload their collaborative content there.[16][17][2][9] The group would go on to star features such as: Ed Sheeran, Stormzy, Dylan Cartlidge, KSI and Dave.

On 13 July 2024, he appeared in a MrBeast video titled "50 YouTubers Fight for $1,000,000" along other influencers.[18]

Music

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Mohamed started his music career in 2018 with his first song, "Vibranium", a tropical house and dance song featuring Neji.[19]

In March 2020, Mohamed released his first rap single, "Clean Up," with Yung Filly.[20] In October 2020, Mohamed and Yung Filly followed the initial track by dropping their new single and music video, which was titled "Hold".[21][22]

In May 2021, Mohamed announced that he was retiring from music since he believed that it was incompatible with his religious beliefs.[5][10]

Other ventures

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Mohamed played the role of Asznee in Big Shaq's 2017 music video, "Man's Not Hot."[2] In March 2018, Mohamed, along with Michael Dapaah, helped launch a voice app for the Google Assistant for the train ticket retailer Trainline, which focuses on rail journey planning.[23]

Mohamed appeared in the 2020 comedy-horror movie, Are We Dead Yet?, written and directed by Fredi Nwaka.[24][25] In September 2020, Mohamed was announced as the co-host of the Sky Sports Saturday morning show, Saturday Social.[26] During that month, he was also announced as a co-host for the extreme sports competition, The Aphetor Games, which stars content creators and influencers.[27][28] In December 2020, he hosted the 2020 MOBO Awards with Maya Jama.[29]

Mohamed, an Arsenal supporter,[12] makes an appearance in the Amazon Original sports docu-series All or Nothing: Arsenal, which documented the club by spending time with the coaching staff and players behind the scenes both on and off the field throughout their 2021–22 season.[30]

In October 2023, Mohamed started a podcast with Yung Filly called The Chunkz and Filly Show.[31][32] In November 2024, Mohamed was announced as a co-host, alongside Olivia Buzaglo for Baller League UK, a six-a-side football competition set to be broadcast on Sky Sports in March 2025.[33][34]

Charity football matches

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Since 2020, Mohamed has participated in annual charity football events, including Soccer Aid and Sidemen Charity Matches.[2]

On 23 February 2024, Mohamed took part in "Match for Hope 2024", a football charity match hosted at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, Qatar, where he captained team Chunkz versus team AboFlah, an Arabic-speaking YouTuber. The match ended with team Chunkz's 7–5 victory over team AboFlah. They managed to raise more than $8.8 million to support Qatar's Education Above All Foundation.[35][36][37]

On 2 June 2024, Mohamed played and hosted a football charity match along with Beta Squad and American YouTube group AMP at Selhurst Park, London, England. The event raised money for The Water Project. The match ended in a 6–6 draw after a pitch invasion forced the game to be called off.[38]

On 14 February 2025, Mohamed participated in "Match for Hope 2025", a football charity event hosted in Stadium 974, Qatar, as a captain for team Chunkz & IShowSpeed, facing off against team AboFlah & KSI. The match ended with team AboFlah & KSI's 6–5 victory over team Chunkz & IShowSpeed. The event managed to raise more than $10.7 million for charity.[39][40]

Filmography

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Film
Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2020 Are We Dead Yet? Ghost [25]
2024 The Sidemen Story Himself Documentary; Cameo [41]
Web roles
Year Title Role Network(s) Notes Ref.
2020–2021 Saturday Social Himself Sky Sports Co-host [26]
2020 The Aphetor Games Online [27]
2020 MOBO Awards BBC One and YouTube [29]
Chicken Shop Date YouTube Episode 36 with Yung Filly [42]
Television
Year Title Role Network Notes Ref.
2022 All or Nothing: Arsenal Himself Prime Video Documentary [30]
Bad Chefs ITV2 Presenter [43]
2025–present Baller League UK Sky Sports Host
Chunkz in music videos Music videos
Year Title Artist(s) Role Ref.
2017 "Man's Not Hot" Michael Dapaah Asznee [44]
2018 "Man Don't Dance" [45]
2019 "Buss It Down" [46]
2021 "100 Bags Freestyle" Yung Filly Himself [47]
2022 "My Life" Aj Shabeel [48]
"Don't Lie" A1 x J1 feat. Nemzzz [49]
"Are You Entertained" Russ feat. Ed Sheeran [50]
2023 "Voices" KSI feat. Oliver Tree Fiancé [51]
2024 "1 By 1" Michael Hamilton Himself [52]

Discography

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List of singles with selected chart positions and year released
Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
UK
[53] 		UK
Ind.
[54] 		NZ Hot
[55] 		SCO
[56]
"Vibranium"
(featuring Neji)[57] 		2018 — — — — Non-album singles
"Clean Up"
(with Yung Filly)[59] 		2019 67 — — —
"Hold"
(with Yung Filly)[60] 		29 3 35 31
"Confidence"
(with Yung Filly and Geko) 		2020 — — — —
"Insecure Love"
(with Zion Foster)[61] 		— — — — Welcome to the Lion's Den
"Lingo"
(with Deno and J.I the Prince of N.Y) 		2021 57 — — — Boy Meets World

Awards and nominations

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Ceremony Year Category Recipient(s) Result Ref.
MOBO Awards 2020 Best Media Personality Himself Nominated [62]
2021 Himself & Yung Filly Won [63]
2022 Himself Nominated [64]
Rated Awards 2020 Personality of the Year Won [65]
2021 Nominated [66]
2022 Nominated [67]

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Amin Mohamed (born 21 February 1996), known professionally as Chunkz, is a British-Somali YouTuber, entertainer, television presenter, and former rapper.[1] Born and raised in north-west London to Somali parents who immigrated from Somaliland in the late 1980s, he is the youngest of five siblings and identifies as a first-generation British Somali.[2] Chunkz gained prominence through his self-titled YouTube channel, launched in 2015 alongside his cousin (known as Darkest Man), where he posts comedic content including rap battles, pranks, vlogs, and cooking series like Cooking with Chunkz, amassing approximately 3.8 million subscribers and 327 million views as of November 2025.[3] In 2016, Chunkz dropped out of London Metropolitan University to pursue content creation full-time, a decision that propelled his rise in the online entertainment space.[1] He co-founded the popular YouTube collective Beta Squad in 2019 with collaborators including Niko Omilana, Aj Shabeel, Sharky, and King Kenny, producing challenge videos and skits that have significantly boosted his visibility.[2] Early breakthroughs include his appearance in Big Shaq's viral track "Man's Not Hot" (2017), which has exceeded 440 million views as of 2025, and collaborations with artists like Drake and Yung Filly.[2][4] In 2021, he announced his retirement from music, citing a deepening commitment to his Islamic faith as the primary reason, shifting focus to non-musical content and philanthropy.[5] Chunkz has expanded into television, co-hosting the MOBO Awards in 2020 and 2022 alongside Yung Filly, and presenting Saturday Social on Sky Sports since 2020.[2] His accolades include the International Somali Award for Best Entertainer (2018), MOBO Awards for Best Media Personality (2020 and 2021), and the Broadcasting Press Guild's Emerging Creators Award (2022).[1][6] As of 2025, he maintains a strong social media presence with approximately 4.4 million Instagram followers and continues to engage in group projects like Beta Squad, which returned in March 2025 after a hiatus.[7][8]

Early life and background

Family and upbringing

Amin Mohamed, known professionally as Chunkz, was born on 21 February 1996 in North West London, United Kingdom, to Somali parents who immigrated from Somaliland in the late 1980s due to the Somali civil war.[2] As a first-generation British Somali, he grew up immersed in his family's cultural heritage, which emphasized strong familial bonds and community values rooted in Somali traditions.[2] He is the youngest of five siblings, including three older sisters and one brother, in a close-knit immigrant family where both parents played an active role in his upbringing, providing guidance and support amid the challenges of settling in the UK.[2][9] The family dynamics fostered resilience and a sense of responsibility, with Chunkz often reflecting on how his parents' experiences as immigrants shaped their emphasis on education, faith, and community involvement.[2] Chunkz spent his childhood in North West London, specifically on council estates in the Brent area, where he was exposed to a diverse urban environment that influenced his worldview.[10] Growing up in this setting, he found early solace and direction in sports, particularly football, which served as a positive outlet and helped him navigate the social pressures of his neighborhood during his pre-teen years.[11] The Somali community in London also played a key role, offering cultural continuity through family gatherings and local networks that reinforced his heritage while integrating into British society.[2]

Education and early interests

Chunkz, born Amin Mohamed, grew up in northwest London and attended local schools in the area, including those in the Brent borough where his family resided on a council estate.[10] In 2015, following the path of his three sisters who had graduated from university, he enrolled at London Metropolitan University to study financial mathematics as a first-generation British Somali student.[2] However, he struggled with the academic demands early on, recalling an instance where he lay staring at his ceiling for 45 minutes before a lecture, nearly in tears and convinced he could not continue.[2] By 2016, after just one year, Chunkz dropped out of university to pursue content creation on YouTube full-time, driven by his passion for video production and the desire for financial independence through his growing online presence.[2] This decision was difficult, as it disappointed his parents—his mother was visibly upset, and his father avoided eye contact during the conversation—but it aligned with his burgeoning creative ambitions.[2] During his teenage years, Chunkz developed early interests in rap battles, often engaging in freestyle sessions with friends that honed his lyrical skills and humor.[12] Football also became a central hobby, providing structure and community while growing up on London council estates, where he credits the sport with keeping him grounded amid challenges.[13] Additionally, he experimented with social media platforms, sharing casual videos and building a small following that sparked his enthusiasm for digital content creation. His Somali heritage subtly shaped these pursuits, fostering an appreciation for rhythmic storytelling in music and communal activities like sports.[2]

Professional career

YouTube and online content creation

Chunkz launched his YouTube channel on July 23, 2015, initially focusing on rap battle videos, with his debut upload titled "Victim of the week: Chunkz v Abdallah."[14] His early content emphasized humorous confrontations and musical challenges, drawing from his interests in rap developed during his education. By October 2025, the channel had amassed over 3.78 million subscribers, reflecting steady growth through diverse video formats including pranks, cooking tutorials, and vlogs that resonated with a young, urban audience.[14] In 2019, Chunkz co-founded the collaborative YouTube group Beta Squad alongside Niko Omilana, AJ Shabeel, Sharky, and King Kenny, under a Studio71-backed project that highlighted their group dynamics in a shared house setting.[15] The group's content primarily featured high-energy challenges and elaborate pranks, such as competitive games and social experiments, which quickly gained traction and solidified Chunkz's role as a central figure in the collective. Key videos from this era, including prank series and endurance challenges, contributed to Beta Squad's rapid subscriber growth and Chunkz's expanding influence within the UK YouTube scene. Chunkz's online presence expanded through high-profile crossovers, notably appearing in MrBeast's July 2024 video "50 YouTubers Fight for $1,000,000," where he competed alongside other creators in a tournament-style competition for a substantial prize.[16] Following a hiatus, Beta Squad announced its return in March 2025, with Chunkz confirming the group's comeback via a TikTok video on March 10, leading to a cinematic trailer release on March 25 that teased new challenge-based content.[8] Since their return, Beta Squad has released several new challenge videos, growing their channel to over 11.4 million subscribers as of November 2025.[17] These milestones, including subscriber thresholds like reaching 3 million on his personal channel around 2022, underscored Chunkz's evolution from solo creator to a prominent influencer, enhancing his status through collaborative ventures that blended entertainment with cultural relevance.[14]

Music career and retirement

Chunkz began his music career through initial rap battles on YouTube, which served as an entry point into the UK hip-hop scene.[18] His debut single, "Vibranium" featuring Neji, was released on December 7, 2018, under Island Records, marking his first foray into professional music production with a focus on UK drill influences.[19] The track did not enter the UK Singles Chart but gained traction through online platforms and music videos.[20] In 2020, Chunkz collaborated with Yung Filly on several releases, expanding his presence in the UK rap and afrobeats crossover space. Their first joint single, "Confidence" featuring Geko, was released on January 23, 2020, emphasizing themes of self-assurance and street life, though it did not chart.[21] This was followed by "Clean Up" on March 6, 2020, which peaked at number 67 on the UK Singles Chart and spent two weeks in the top 100, showcasing a more playful, humorous style that resonated with younger audiences.[22] Later that year, "Hold" with Yung Filly, released on October 16, 2020, achieved greater success, reaching a peak of number 23 on the UK Singles Chart and charting for five weeks, blending afrobeats rhythms with rap verses.[23][24] Chunkz's final music release before retirement was his feature on "Lingo" by Deno, alongside J.I, issued on April 8, 2021, as part of Deno's album Boy Meets World. The track peaked at number 57 on the UK Singles Chart and remained for two weeks, highlighting Chunkz's versatility in collaborative trap-infused hip-hop.[25][26] On May 7, 2021, Chunkz announced his retirement from music in a YouTube video titled "Why I'm Quitting Music," stating that his deepening commitment to his Islamic faith made the industry's lifestyle incompatible with his personal convictions.[5] In the video, he discussed feeling conflicted about music production and prioritizing spiritual growth, a decision tied directly to his religious beliefs.[27] This marked the end of his brief but impactful music phase, with no further releases following the announcement.[5]
SingleFeatured ArtistsRelease DateUK Peak PositionWeeks on Chart
"Vibranium"NejiDecember 7, 2018--
"Confidence"Yung Filly, GekoJanuary 23, 2020--
"Clean Up"Yung FillyMarch 6, 2020672
"Hold"Yung FillyOctober 16, 2020235
"Lingo"Deno, J.IApril 8, 2021572

Broadcasting and hosting

Chunkz transitioned into traditional broadcasting roles leveraging his prominence as a YouTuber and content creator, beginning with television appearances focused on football analysis.[28] In September 2020, he joined Sky Sports as co-host of the Saturday morning program Saturday Social, which airs weekly at 9:30 a.m. during the football season and features discussions on Premier League matches, player performances, and football culture alongside guests like former players and pundits.[28] The show features Chunkz's energetic style in segments such as match previews and fan interactions.[29] Expanding into audio media, Chunkz launched The Chunkz and Filly Show podcast in October 2023 alongside collaborator Yung Filly, producing filmed episodes centered on comedic banter, personal anecdotes, and topical discussions like friendships, success, and celebrity call-outs.[30] The format typically involves unscripted conversations between the hosts, occasionally featuring guests such as rapper Aitch for deeper dives into music and life experiences, and has been praised for its relatable humor targeting a young audience.[31] Episodes are released weekly, blending light-hearted debates with emotional reflections on relationships and career challenges.[30] In 2025, Chunkz took on a prominent hosting role for Baller League UK, a six-a-side indoor football competition broadcast live on Sky Sports starting March 24, where teams managed by celebrities like John Terry and Chloe Kelly compete in fast-paced matches with modified rules emphasizing skill and entertainment.[32] As co-host and commentator, he provided live coverage on Sky Sports Mix from 5 p.m. on Mondays, delivering play-by-play analysis and interviews during the inaugural season that ran through June.[33] His involvement extended to presenting weekly recaps, enhancing the league's appeal to both football fans and online audiences.[34] A planned live touring version of The Chunkz and Filly Show for 2024 was canceled in October following Yung Filly's arrest and charges in Australia related to sexual assault allegations.[35] Chunkz addressed the situation briefly on social media, stating he had no further comment at the time and emphasizing support for those affected.[36]

Other media and ventures

In 2019, Chunkz made his acting debut in the comedy-horror film Are We Dead Yet?, directed by Fredi 'Kruga' Nwaka, where he portrayed the supporting character Ghost, one of several spectral figures haunting the protagonists during a botched robbery gone supernatural.[37][38] The low-budget British production, released theatrically in the UK on November 22, marked an early foray into traditional cinema for the influencer, leveraging his on-camera charisma from online videos.[39] Beyond acting, Chunkz has expanded into commercial endorsements and brand ambassadorships, notably partnering with JD Sports in 2022 as one of its key influencers alongside figures like Chloe Burrows and AJ Tracer.[40] This ongoing collaboration has involved promotional content such as YouTube challenges and store appearances, including a 2023 video series with rapper Aitch showcasing Nike apparel and a 2024 Beta Squad installment at JD outlets featuring co-members Sharky and DarkestMan.[41] His role with JD emphasizes streetwear and youth culture, aligning with his personal style and audience demographics.[42] Chunkz has also engaged in high-profile influencer partnerships, including crossovers with international creators. In July 2024, he competed alongside Beta Squad members Niko Omilana and AJ Shabeel in MrBeast's challenge video "50 YouTubers Fight For $1,000,000," a global endurance competition inside a glass cube that drew over 100 million views and highlighted strategic alliances among participants.[16] This non-charity event extended his reach into the American YouTube ecosystem, building on prior interactions like the 2022 "We Spent £100,000 On MrBeast's Credit Card" collaboration.[43] By 2025, such ventures continued to diversify his portfolio, with appearances at events like the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, where he promoted gaming culture through social media content. These partnerships, including past deals with Footasylum for streetwear promotions, underscore his transition from content creation to broader commercial influence without overlapping into sustained broadcasting roles.[42][44]

Charity and philanthropy

Football matches

Chunkz made his debut in charity football with Soccer Aid for UNICEF in September 2020, where he played for the England team against the World XI at Old Trafford in Manchester.[45] During the match, which ended in a 1-1 draw before the World XI won on penalties, Chunkz took a penalty in the shootout but missed, contributing to England's defeat.[46] The event raised a record £9.3 million for UNICEF UK, supporting children's rights globally.[47] Chunkz participated in the Sidemen Charity Matches from 2022 onward, representing the YouTube All-Stars team against Sidemen FC. In the 2022 match at The Valley stadium, he scored a stunning long-range goal early in the game, opening the scoring with a strike that drew comparisons to Manchester United legend Dimitar Berbatov for its finesse and control.[48][49] The YouTube All-Stars led 4-3 at halftime, though Sidemen FC ultimately won 8-7, with the event raising over £1 million for various charities. In the 2023 edition at the London Stadium, Chunkz again featured for the YouTube All-Stars, scoring via a deflected effort set up by teammate Yung Filly, though the team lost 8-5 to Sidemen FC.[50] In the 2025 match at Wembley Stadium on March 8, Chunkz scored a brilliant goal for the YouTube All-Stars, who won on penalties after a draw; the event raised a record £4.7 million for charities including BBC Children in Need, Sidemen's Bright Side, and M7 Education.[51][52] These matches highlighted his growing role in high-profile influencer football events benefiting causes like mental health and poverty alleviation. Chunkz served as captain for Team Chunkz in the inaugural Match for Hope charity event in February 2024 at Stadium 974 in Doha, Qatar, facing off against Team AboFlah in a match that united football legends and content creators to support the Education Above All Foundation.[53] His team secured a victory, and the event raised QR 32.3 million (approximately $8.8 million), funding education initiatives for out-of-school children in countries including Mali, Pakistan, Palestine, Rwanda, Sudan, and Tanzania.[54] In the 2025 edition on February 14, Chunkz co-captained Team Chunkz x IShowSpeed against Team KSI x AboFlah, with the match ending in a 6-5 defeat for his side but attracting over 25 million live viewers and raising QR 39 million (approximately $10.7 million) for the same foundation, surpassing the previous year's total.[55][56] Throughout his involvement in these events, Chunkz has emphasized personal motivations rooted in giving back to the community and supporting youth development, inspired by his early passion for football during his upbringing in Northwest London.[57] He has described such matches as platforms far beyond sport, focusing on creating opportunities for underprivileged children through education and empowerment programs.[58]

Other charitable efforts

In addition to his involvement in sports-related philanthropy, Chunkz has actively supported mental health initiatives for young people through social media campaigns and partnerships. In February 2021, he partnered with Kooth Plc, a digital mental health platform, to promote Children's Mental Health Week, encouraging youth to seek online support and reduce stigma around accessing help.[59] This collaboration was part of the broader "Don't Do It Alone" campaign, which leveraged influencers like Chunkz to highlight free, anonymous mental health resources for children and teens.[60] Chunkz continued his advocacy in 2023 by teaming up with the charity WithYou and Instagram to raise awareness about drug and alcohol issues affecting young people, using his platform to share resources and stories aimed at prevention and support.[61] These efforts extended to education access, as seen in his participation with the Beta Squad in a 2024 charity visit to Kenya, where the group focused on providing safe water to schools in underserved communities, benefiting school-going children.[62] Through these non-sporting endeavors, Chunkz has utilized his social media presence—boasting millions of followers—to drive fundraising and awareness, including a 2021 TikTok challenge where he baked bread to support Ramadan charitable causes via muzmatch.[63] His work emphasizes youth empowerment, drawing from his Somali heritage to promote community resilience in areas like London and beyond.

Personal life and public image

Religious beliefs

Chunkz, born Amin Mohamed to Somali parents, was raised in a Muslim household in Northwest London, where Islamic traditions such as Ramadan iftars and suhoors were integral to his early life.[2] His Somali heritage, from a predominantly Muslim background, has profoundly shaped his adherence to Islam as a practicing Muslim throughout adulthood.[2] Faith plays a central role in Chunkz's daily routine, including consistent performance of the five daily prayers, which he observes wherever he is when the adhan calls, and regular Quran recitation.[2][64] He balances these practices with his professional commitments, such as maintaining fasting during Ramadan while filming content, and has shared reflections on spiritual growth through consistent prayer over the past several years.[65] Chunkz also engages in community efforts, including participating in the 2023 UN International Day to Combat Islamophobia event at the V&A Museum, where he advocated for interfaith unity against prejudice.[66] His Islamic beliefs have significantly influenced career decisions, most notably leading him to retire from music in 2021 after realizing its incompatibility with his faith, viewing it as haram and a potential hindrance to his iman.[64] This choice reflected a broader prioritization of deen over dunya, avoiding collaborations that conflicted with his principles prior to his music retirement.[64] Publicly, Chunkz expresses his faith through content like annual Ramadan vlogs on his YouTube channel, featuring fitness challenges and reflections during the holy month, as well as sharing his Umrah pilgrimage experiences to inspire gratitude and devotion.[67][68]

Controversies and statements

In November 2025, Chunkz faced significant backlash following statements made during an interview where he discussed his hypothetical approach to parenting and faith. He stated that while he would love his "imaginary" child unconditionally, he would disown them if they chose to leave Islam, describing such an action as incompatible with his beliefs.[69] The comments, which surfaced amid broader media discussions on cultural and religious expectations within Muslim communities, drew criticism from fans and online commentators who accused him of promoting intolerance and conditional familial love. Social media platforms like TikTok and Threads saw widespread reactions, with users labeling the remarks as "provocative" and "outdated," amplifying debates on generational shifts in religious adherence. Chunkz later responded on social media, reiterating his personal stance while emphasizing unconditional love, though this did little to quell the online outrage. Earlier, in October 2024, Chunkz addressed the arrest of his longtime collaborator Yung Filly on charges of rape and assault in Australia by posting a statement on Instagram Stories to his 4.6 million followers. He explained, "Like everyone I’ve heard the reports coming out of Australia. While I understand many of you want my reaction on it, as this is an ongoing court case I hope you guys understand that I can’t and won’t be commenting on it publicly, so yeah I’ve just come on here to basically let you know the reasons as to why I can’t. Love."[70] This measured response came amid public scrutiny of their past professional ties, including co-hosting the "Chunkz & Filly Show," and highlighted Chunkz's caution regarding legal matters.[71] The Filly situation also led to the resurfacing of a 2023 video clip from their collaborative content, in which Chunkz expressed reservations about Filly's reputation. In the footage, Chunkz told Filly he would not allow him to marry into his family, stating he had "heard too many stories" about Filly's behavior.[72] The clip gained renewed attention following Filly's charges, prompting discussions on whether Chunkz's prior comments indicated foreknowledge of potential issues, though Chunkz has not elaborated further. This incident intertwined with unrelated 2024 rumors linking Chunkz romantically to Love Island host Maya Jama after her breakup, which Jama publicly denied, clarifying they were merely friends.[10] Chunkz's public statements have occasionally sparked broader conversations in media interviews about cultural norms, particularly around family, faith, and interpersonal boundaries within the British Muslim diaspora. These exchanges, often framed in his content creation and hosting roles, have underscored tensions between personal convictions and public expectations for inclusivity.[69]

Awards and media appearances

Awards and nominations

Chunkz has garnered recognition for his influential presence in digital media and entertainment, with awards highlighting his role in popularizing collaborative YouTube content via Beta Squad and supporting charitable causes through high-profile events. These accolades underscore his transition from music to broader media impact, often tied to initiatives that blend entertainment with philanthropy, such as charity football matches that have raised significant funds for community organizations.[73] His most prominent honors come from the MOBO Awards, which celebrate achievements in Black music and media. In 2018, he won the International Somali Award for Best Entertainer. In 2020, Chunkz won the Best Media Personality award, acknowledging his rising stardom as a YouTuber and host during the ceremony he co-hosted.[73][74][75] The following year, in 2021, he shared the Best Media Personality win with collaborator Yung Filly, reflecting their joint success in creating engaging online content that resonated with global audiences.[76] He received another nomination in this category at the 2022 MOBO Awards, further cementing his status in the industry.[77] Beyond the MOBOs, Chunkz earned the Personality of the Year award at the 2020 GRM Rated Awards, praising his charismatic online persona and contributions to UK urban culture.[78] In 2022, he was awarded the Emerging Creators Award by the Broadcasting Press Guild, recognizing innovative video content on platforms like YouTube that has amplified social issues and entertainment.[79]
YearAwardCategoryResultNotes
2018International Somali AwardsBest EntertainerWon-[75]
2020MOBO AwardsBest Media PersonalityWonIndividual win; co-hosted the event.[74]
2020GRM Rated AwardsPersonality of the YearWonHonored for digital influence in UK music scene.[78]
2021MOBO AwardsBest Media PersonalityWon (shared)With Yung Filly; tied to Beta Squad collaborations.[76]
2022MOBO AwardsBest Media PersonalityNominated-[77]
2022Broadcasting Press Guild AwardsEmerging Creators AwardWonFor YouTube content innovation.[79]
These awards, particularly those linked to his Beta Squad activities, have spotlighted Chunkz's ability to leverage online platforms for positive impact, including charity drives that have supported youth programs and humanitarian efforts.[80]

Filmography

Chunkz has appeared in a limited number of film projects, primarily in supporting roles within the horror-comedy genre.[38]
YearTitleRoleNotes
2019Are We Dead Yet?GhostSupporting actor

Discography

Chunkz released several singles between 2018 and 2021, often collaborating with other UK artists in the hip-hop and rap scenes. These tracks achieved moderate success on the UK Singles Chart, with peaks reflecting their popularity in urban music circles. No new music has been released since 2021, following his retirement from the industry due to religious reasons.[27]
YearTitleCollaboratorsUK Peak
2018Vibraniumfeat. Neji-
2020Clean Upwith Yung Filly67
2020Holdwith Yung Filly29
2020Confidencewith Yung Filly and Geko-

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  18. CHUNKZ songs and albums | full Official Chart history
  19. When did Chunkz & Yung Filly release “Confidence”? - Genius
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  35. Are We Dead Yet (2019) - IMDb
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  37. Are We Dead Yet? cast and crew credits - British Comedy Guide
  38. JD Welcomes Chunkz as Brand Ambassador - JD Sports Fashion PLC
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  53. Match for Hope attracted over 25M global audience, raising 39M ...
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  65. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tv/article-15264841/BBC-star-Chunkz-sparked-controversy-said-DISOWN-child-left-Islam-fans-attack-influencer-provocative-statements.html
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