
Rising Star (2017)
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Monali Thakur as Judge
Episodes 49
Rising Star: Season Premiere
With phenomenal singing talent pooling in from all across the nation, the stage is set for a battle of epic proportions.Thisis the only reality show where the audience can vote LIVE for their favourites and instantly get them to shoot up the ladder of success. So have you picked your Rising Star yet? Watch the season premiere now.
Read MoreGayatri and Shruti's magical spell
The sisters, Gayatri and Shruti are sure to go a long way with their mesmerising voices. Winning hearts all the way, watch what their mentors have to say! Also do not miss the magical vocals of Shankar Mahadevan and Diljith Dosanjh. The excitement has just begun. Stay tuned!
Read MoreDouble Dhamaal in Rising Star
Abhipsa and Ayesha's version of Shankar Mahadevan's Breathless and Das Vegas' Mayya Mayya sets the standard really high for the show. Maithili Thakur mesmerises the audience and the mentors with her song Bhor Bhaye. Kumar Sujoy's unique version of the song Main Solah Baras ki adds more glitter to the evening. Chakor and Suraj of Udaan Sapnon Ki fame come in to encourage the contestants. Don't miss out this epic episode and tune in to find who else made to the mentor's list.
Read MoreRising Star Kids Special
Tiny tots from all over the country bring their golden voices on to the Rising Star stage in this Kids Special episode. Anmol Sharma and Loveleen Kaur strike a chord with their Punjabi swag. Nikita Boro gives it her best shot with the song Sawaar Loon and even shares the stage with Monali Thakur. While Nitin Nayak impresses Shankar Mahadevan and bags a free scholarship, Peehu Srivastava gives the hosts a run for their money. Watch to see which of these small wonders manage to make the cut.
Read MoreAnother Rockstar from Dosanjh!
Bannet Dosanjh's dream comes true as he gets to rock out in front of his idol Diljit. But will he be able to impress the voting audience? A bunch of talented singers like Shreyasi Bhattacharya and Piyush Panwar woo the hearts of the mentors with their impeccable performances. Also featuring a few unique brilliant ensembles, Rising Star gets even more interesting as each contestant hopes for the voting bar to fill up. Tune in to see who makes the cut and who goes home.
Read MoreThe stars in the making
From north to south and from east to west, Rising Stars have marked its presence everywhere. From the borders of India- Tibet border to the main stage of Rising Star, soldier Vikram Jeet Singh starts the show with a bang. Raagdeep- a beatbox group follows in with a similar heavyweight performance. Ritesh,Dipsikha and the Humsufi band step up the ante by their rocking performances. Tune in to check out a must watch episode with mesmerising performances.
Read MoreWhen the benchmark is raised!
The auditions just got a lot more tougher as the contestants are now required to garner a minimum of 90% votes to qualify. Small wonder Deblina Nath from Kolkata manages to do complete justice to it, but the rest aren't so lucky. Contestants like Jidnesh Vaze and Kausik Kar bring out their A-game and manage to impress the mentors. But will it be enough to bag the required amount of votes and nail the auditions? Tune in to find out!
Read MoreMake way for Govinda!
The evergreen Govinda is here to rock the show! The search for India's brightest singing talents ends today as its the last day of auditions. Rakshita starts the show with a bang with her rendition of Dil Mera Muft Ka and gets a whopping 94% votes. Dharmendra, Shayani and Vikram Labadiya and group follow in with similar rocking performances.
Read MoreDuels Ki Takkar with Anushka!
Watch Anushka Sharma set the stage on fire and promote her upcoming film, Phillauri. It is Duels ki Takkar this weekend where a contestant has to beat the percentage of votes that the previous contestant has set in order to go to the next round. While Piyush Panwar's performance of 'Tadap Tadap Ke' gets him 52% votes, Ameya Date gets a staggering 92% vote for his amazing rendition of Tum Hi Ho. Stay tuned as the duels continue between the other talented contestants!
Read MoreKolaveri Di with a Punjabi twist!
The war of vocals gets more intense as Duels Ki Takkar continues with more Rising Stars going head to head for their spot in the top 16! Do not miss Diljit's unique Punjabi twist to the viral hit song Kolaveri Di. Contestants realise the harsh reality that even getting 90% votes is not enough when their rival's game is strong. Tune in to find out who will advance and whose Rising Stars dreams will be squashed!
Read MoreDuels Ki Takkar reaches closure!
It's the final week of Duels Ki Takkar and the competition for the Top 16 spot intensifies. Rubina Dilaik of Shakti fame connects with a voter playing the role of the fourth judge. Deblina Nath sets the bar high with 90% votes for her performance, only to be topped by Ankita Kundu who bags 92% votes. Will Maithili Thakur beat Sayani Pandit or will it be the other way round? There is a surprise in store for them by none other than Shankar Mahadevan. What is it? Watch to find out!
Read MoreHoli Special with Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt!
Holi gets all the more colourful as Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt come to promote their new movie, Badrinath Ki Dulhania. As the Duels Ki Takkar comes to an end, Ankita Sachdev gives a mind-blowing performance and bags 93% votes thereby winning over her competitor Sheuli Samaddar. Do not miss Alia Bhatt's rendition of Humsafar that takes everyone by storm. Tune in now to witness the remaining contestants battle it out to be in the Top 16!
Read MoreTop 16 ready for the face-off!
Powerful voices, notable singers and one rocking band! The Top 16 finalists are ready and raring to go. Once again, Ameya Date casts a spell with his magical rendition of the song 'Kill Dil' that wins him 89% votes. Maithili scores 92% votes for her version of the song 'Albela Sajan' and tops the chart. Watch Rakshita get emotional as she hits the Red zone. Will Nitin's performance lead to Rakshita's elimination? Watch to find out!
Read MoreBattle among the Top 16 gets more intense.
It is definitely the survival of the fittest, as the battle among the top 16 contestants continues. While Afsana's performance of Ghani Bawri helps her garner 92% votes, Vikram's powerful vocals manage to beat her mark as he garners a staggering 93% vote for his rendition of Saiyyan. The competition intensifies when Diljot Qawwali group's rendition of Baawre/Aaya Tere Dar Pe and Jidnesh Vaze's performance of Jhingat enter into a tie with an equal 88% votes. Who will make it through?
Read MoreBattle of the Duets!
The contest is heating up. This time the competition gets real tough as there is a risk of a duet couple getting eliminated together. Although Afsana and Bannet's performance of Ainvayi Ainvayi receive an impressive 89% vote, Ameya and Maithili's performance of Badal Ghumad receives 94% vote and a standing ovation. Now with the bar set extremely high, how will the upcoming duet performances be? Watch to find out!
Read MoreVikram Jeet and Ankita raise the bar!
As the Duets Challenge rages on, Vikram Jeet and Ankita's performance of O Haseena Zulfowali sets the bar incredibly high. They receive a staggering 96% vote. Now the next duets have an uphill climb. Will they be able to match up to that score? Ankita Kundu and Diljot Qawwali Group's performance of Kajra Re and Jhoom Barabar Jhoom receives 93% vote. Nitin and Chelsi are up next. Will they make it? Tune in to find out!
Read MoreRising Star 1st April 2017
Get ready to witness a competition like never before! The contestants have to sing to the beats of the one and only DJ Chetas! Yes, you heard it right! Diljot Qawwali Group's performance of Afgan Jalebi/ Dhadhang Dhang gets 87% votes. While Afsana's performance of Banno fails to touch the desired mark by just 2%, Ameya's rendition of Kabhi Jo Badal Barse manages to gather 87% votes. With another elimination around the corner, whose journey will be cut short tonight?
Read MoreA Musical Tribute to loved ones
Our loved ones mean the world to us. It is time to pay them a tribute. The singers are all charged up with their emotional performances tonight. While Ameya's dedication to his mother with the song Maa garners him a well deserved 93% votes, Vikram Jeet's triumphant rendition of Chak De India dedicated to his comrades receives 91% votes. Do not miss Afsana sing Lambi Judai for her father. Will she be able to garner enough votes?
Read More'Rap' it just like Sonakshi Sinha!
The Dabangg girl and rap enthusiast, Sonakshi Sinha makes her presence felt on the Rising Star Stage as she promotes her upcoming film, Noor. Today's cross-cultural theme sees Bannet superseding everyone with the highest votes of 92% for his performance on Niti Khair Manga. While Ameya and Vikram Jeet's performances are hailed, Diljot Qawwali Group and Afsana Khan face the threat of elimination. Do not miss Sonakshi's cool rap duet with Bannet. A must watch!
Read MoreRetro-night with Begum Jaan Vidya Balan!
Vidya Balan is here for 3 reasons; entertainment, entertainment and entertainment! Present here to promote her upcoming movie Begum Jaan, Vidya simply steals the show. It is time to get nostalgic as the Top 7 contestants sing a few classic songs in their own style. Bannet's performance of Yaad Aa Raha Hai Tera Pyaar gets a well deserved 88% vote, but he faces a tie with Maithili for her performance of Shaan Se. Who out of them will make it to the semi-finals and what will be the fate of the rest
Read MoreVikram Jeet continues his dream run
The Grand Finale is near and the pressure to perform is at an all-time high. Bannet's brilliant performance gets him a staggering 84% votes. But it's Vikram Jeet who steals the show with his rendition of Layi Vi Na Gayi that gets him 89% votes and makes him the first contender for the Ticket to Finale duel. Ankita and Maithili's jugalbandi is a bliss to watch. Ameya lands on the red seat after his unexpected shaky performance. Will this be Ameya's last performance on stage?
Read MoreTicket to Finale up for grab!
After an flawless rendition and surpassing the likes of Bannet and Ankita, Maithili is all set to lock horns against Vikram Jeet in the Ticket to Finale round. Who will win the highly coveted spot in the final? Despite being ill, Nikita gives a courageous performance on Zoobi Doobi but heads to the red seat due to low votes. As elimination draws closer, will her bad luck turn worse? And do not miss, Bharti Singh's humour is exactly what you need to lighten this tense atmosphere.Tune in!
Read MoreContestants sing with the stars!
Established voices from the industry share the stage with the contestants as the finale draws closer. Bannet and Master Saleem's powerful combo is praised as out of the world and is enough to seal Bannet's spot in the finale. Ankita's pairing with the hit machine Neha Bhasin, and Vikram Jeet's performance with the versatile Akriti Kakar creates waves! But it all comes down to the final face-off between the two. Who will be the lucky one? And don't miss Maithili's rendition with Jubin Nautiyal!
Read MoreWho will be the nation's first Rising Star?
It's the grand finale and the public gets one last chance to choose the nation's first Rising Star. Actor Anil Kapoor is here as a guest judge and to promote the DVD release of the second season of 24. It's a cutthroat competition between the three talented finalists. Ankita makes a comeback with her performance of Kahin Aag Lage and receives 69% votes. With Maithili and Bannet's performances up next, who will be this season's champion? Tune in to find out!
Read MoreSeason Premiere
3 amazing mentors, countless talented singers and over 1.3 billion judges! Indias only LIVE singing reality show is back with a brand new season. Watch the grand premiere now.
Read MoreDoctor Sudeep raises the bar
Sudeep Ranjan, a doctor by profession raises the bar on the second day of the season with the song Khamoshiyan. While his performance fetches a staggering 93% votes, the duo of Soham and Chaitanya push the bar higher with the song Dagabaaz Re and bag 94% votes.
Read MoreA thanksgiving special
Amidst our busy lives, we often forget to thank the people who make our lives a bit easier. Watch this special episode of Rising Stars Season 2 that celebrates the contribution and incessant service of Postmen, Nurses, Dabbawalas and Mothers, coupled with back to back extravagant musical performances.
Read MoreHarmony Chorus Group tops the chart!
Sindhu Wadekar, the eldest contestant, takes the stage by storm with her rendition of Hansta Hua Noorani Chehra receiving 89% votes. But the Harmony Chorus group tops that with a stunning medley of Kal Ho Naa Ho, Choti Si Asha and Taare Zameen Par receiving 93% votes.
Read MoreVishal's fan moment with Kumar Sanu
The young Zaid Ali kicks off the weekend with his performance of the song Mere Rashke Kamar receiving a well deserved 91% votes. But the contest turns even more special for Vishal Srivastava who finally gets to meet his idol, the legendary singer Kumar Sanu. But will starstruck Vishal be able to impress the nation with his performance of the song Ab Tere Bin?
Read MoreThe Brajwasi brothers dominate
The Brajwasi brothers dominate the final day of the auditions. Chetan, Ajay, Hoshiyar and Hemant Brajwasi set new benchmarks with stunning back to back performances. While Chetan garners 93% votes, his brothers gain 94% votes each. Will the remaining three contestants strike a chord with the judges and the nation?
Read MoreManish and Iulia join the singers
Manish Paul and Iulia Vantur join the contestants as the stage of music gets ready for the Duels ki Takkar. Who will be eliminated and who will make it to India's favourite 16.
Read MoreSukhwinder Singh takes the stage
Sukhwinder Singh joins the panel of judges to boost the morale of the contestants and entertain one and all with his singing. Watch him perform some of his iconic songs on the second day of Duels Ki Takkar.
Read MoreGurdas Maan joins the judges
Gurdas Maan joins the judges as the contestants try to impress the King of Bhangra. With only a few positions left in the India's Favourite 16, who will be able to win the judges and the country's heart.
Read MoreSonakshi and Raftaar spice up the stage!
The set of Rising Star is made more lively and colourful by the presence of Sonakshi Sinha and Raftaar who promote her new film, Welcome to New York and Roadies Xtreme respectively. With the presence of such talented celebrities in the midst, will the contestants be able to steal the show again? Watch all the performances.
Read MoreDuets dazzle the stage
Contenders turn into partners as India's favourite 16 gear up for the duets round. With Richa Sharma honouring the show as guest judge, the show begins with Mamta Raut and Afreen Group's medley performance of Billo Rani and Humka Pini Hain. They garner 89% votes.
Read MoreAlka Yagnik's tribute to Sridevi
As the country mourns the death of Sridevi, Rising Star pays a special tribute to the legendary actor. Joined by guest Alka Yagnik, the contestants render beautiful performances of classic songs starring Sridevi. Also, the judges take the stage to pay homage to the deceased star.
Read MoreKavita's musical homage to Sridevi
The tributes continue with the one and only Kavita Krishnamurthy paying homage to the late Sridevi with her melodic prowess. As the contest heads towards another elimination, Vishnumaya's spectacular peformance of Hawa Hawai raises a new benchmark garnering 93% votes.
Read MoreA grand show for Hero No.1
As the battle for the Top 10 begins, the singers gear up to deliver their best with special performances of songs from Govinda's films and who better to judge them than Bollywood's Hero No.1 himself. Shasank Sekhar kicks off the show with the hit song Main Toh Raste Se Ja Raha Tha that bags him an impressive 85% votes, can that mark be beaten by any of the other performers?
Read MoreCelebrating love with the Baaghis
With Love as the theme of the new challenge, the singers are ready for a romantic night with the nation. Rohanpreet Singh starts the proceedings with the song Channa Mereya bagging a staggering 92% votes. To make the event even more special, guest judges Tiger Shroff and Disha Patani are here to promote their upcoming film Baaghi 2.
Read MoreRani rocks Rising star
With the singers all set to pay homage to their respective Gurus, Rani Mukerji, star of the upcoming film Hichki is here to make the event even more special. Wild card Chetan Brijwasi starts the contest with an energetic rendition of the song Baawre receiving 83% votes.
Read MoreChildhood special with Shaan and Manish
With childhood memories being the theme of the day, Shaan and Manish Paul are here to join the fun. With the singers all set to make the entire nation nostalgic, young Zaid Ali raises the bar early on with his sweet rendition of Piya Haji Ali garnering an astounding 93% votes..
Read MoreCelebrating the evergreen Diva
The timeless Diva Rekha is here to sizzle the stage and support the singers, who are all set to pay a musical homage to the evergreen superstar. Vishnumaya Ramesh kicks off the Rekha Special event with the song Dil Cheez Kya Hai that wins her a standing ovation and a staggering 91% votes.
Read MoreFormer Rising Stars return
In a collaborative effort unlike any, past season's contestants Bannet Dosanjh, Maithili Thakur, Ameya Date, Afsana Khan and Diljot Qawwali Group join this season's singers for some stellar performances. Akhtar brothers and Diljot Qawwali Group start off with an amazing rendition of Aaya Tere Dar Par Deewana that garners 90% votes..
Read MoreThe unparalleled Udit Narayan
The battle of the Top 8 just got more grand because the legendary Udit Narayan is here to judge the performances. Rohanpreet Singh kick starts the episode with an ode to the guest judge. His performance of Pehla Nasha receives a well deserved 90% votes.
Read MoreA musical Dangal
The battle for the Top 6 have begun. Despite Chetan Brijwasi's dismal performance of the song Malhari that garners 58% votes, the singers are in a lively mood. Watch as they engage their singing prowess in a unique musical Dangal. This is not to be missed!.
Read MoreHemant rocks Ticket to finale week
The contest for the Ticket to finale has begun and this prompts Hemant Brijwasi to deliver his best performance yet! His mind blowing medley of Bheegi Bheegi and Sunn Le Zara earns him 88% votes, making him the first certified challenger for the Ticket to Finale.
Read MoreOctober comes early on Rising Star
Varun Dhawan and Banita Sandhu, stars of the upcoming film October are here to have some fun and, of course, to share their expert judgment on the ongoing contest. With Chetan Brijwasi's stunning medley performance that garners 75% votes, the contest is off with a bang. But who will receive the precious Ticket to Finale?
Read MoreA touch of Alia to Rising Star
Alia Bhatt, Bollywood sweetheart and star of the upcoming film Raazi is here to make the Grand Finale weekend even grander. Zaid Ali kicks off the exciting contest with his stunning rendition of Teri Deewani that garners 88% votes. to witness the most decisive performances of the season.
Read MoreRising Star Season 2: Grand Finale
The search for India's second Rising Star finally reaches its conclusion as the Top 4 finalists engage in another musical contest to win the nation's heart one last time. Kicking off the Grand Finale, Vishnumaya Ramesh hits the right note with her rendition of Hey Rama garnering an astounding 85% votes. Who will take the final victory lap?
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