MUMBAI: With the advent of monsoon, Sony Entertainment Television opens up a refreshing new chapter of Indian Idol with #MausamMusicKa. In its 10th season this year, Indian Idol is set to raise the bar yet again with not just impressive talent but also their inspiring stories. Taking on the responsibility of judging will be, renowned singer and music composer, Vishal Dadlani, popular singer and youth icon, Neha Kakkar, and the veteran singer and music director, Anu Malik. The spontaneous and talented Maniesh Paul, anchors the show as its charming host.
This year, Indian Idol will see some inspiring journeys of contestants who want to prove that their talent surpasses the societal norms of appearance, cast or religion. From an accomplished playback singer from Odisha, to a stage performer from Shimla who doesn’t want to give up singing even though his eyesight is giving up on him; from a trained singer who has been rejected by a music band because of their conventional expectations to 19-year-old who supports his entire family with his singing, will all be judged on the same parameters. It’s their grit and determination that has got them this far and will help them turn over a new leaf hereon.
Staying true to the promise of enhancing the viewer engagement with an interactive second screen, Sony Entertainment Television, via the SonyLIV app will provide an opportunity to the viewers to be an integral part of the contestants’ journey on Indian Idol. From guessing contestant’s selection during auditions to cheering for their favourite contestants during the gala round and singing along with their choice contestants, the viewers will be involved with a lot more.
From the several who audition, those chosen will undergo the Theatre Round from which the judges will further shortlist contestants, for the Top 12. The competition amongst the Top 12 will intensify with the audience and the judges rooting and voting for their favourite contestants’ week on week till the next Indian Idol is chosen. Neha Kakkar has been a part of the Indian Idol journey before as a contestant and as a judge currently, will be seen guiding them towards perfection along with her co-judges Vishal Dadlani and Anu Malik.
Based on format created & owned by FremantleMedia and 19TV Ltd, the multi-faceted chemistry between the judges combined with sensational singing talent promises to make this season of Indian Idol an ultimate entertainer on Indian television. Join the super trio of judges as they embark on this new journey to discover India’s next ‘Indian Idol’.
