# Kuku FM: Audio Series

> Audio shows for every mood - Listen anytime, anywhere

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vlv.aravali](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vlv.aravali)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.vlv.aravali`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Kuku Technologies Limited
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 147,342,513
- **Rating:** 4.29 / 5 (1,500,022 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.9.7
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-02
- **First published:** 2018-06-20
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 43 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vlv.aravali)
- **Website:** [https://kukufm.com/](https://kukufm.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://kukufm.com/privacy-policy/](https://kukufm.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Kuku FM offers an immersive audio experience with exclusive global stories and original shows tailored to every mood. From love and drama to horror and crime, discover diverse genres and unique characters that captivate your imagination. Enjoy daily fresh episodes and weekly new shows with a cinematic sound quality that brings stories to life.

The app provides freedom of choice through Kuku Coins, allowing you to pay only for what you listen to. Features include unlimited downloads for offline listening, a distraction-free Car Mode, and curated recommendations to easily find content. Whether you're commuting, relaxing, or traveling, Kuku FM lets you enjoy rich audio entertainment anytime, anywhere without forced ads or hidden fees. Available on multiple platforms including Android, iOS, Wear OS, and smart TVs.

## Rankings

- #981 — Overall
- #128 — Top app in India

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`
- `com.truecaller.permission.sdk.internal.read_account_state`
- `com.vlv.aravali.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise Kuku FM for high-quality dramas and an overall good app with engaging, short episodes. However, autopay charges and refund delays, incomplete episodes with long release gaps, audio-only playback, and Prime-only paywalls are the major downsides. Several reviews express distrust and label it scam-like due to billing practices. Content delivery inconsistency and restricted access are the most mentioned drawbacks.

### Pros

- High-quality, top-notch dramas and shows.
- Overall good app with positive user sentiment.
- Engaging, short, addictive episodes.

### Cons

- Autopay/automatic charges and refund issues.
- Episodes often left incomplete with long posting gaps.
- Video playback issues (audio only).
- Paywall for Prime users; limited access for non-prime users.
- Perceived scams and reliability concerns due to autopay and refunds.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vlv.aravali)