Superstar Singer 3 ends with a double win for Atharv Bakshi and Avirbhav S

This year's Superstar Singer 3 took an unexpected turn by announcing two winners, much to the surprise and delight of fans. Atharva Bakshi and Avirbhav both lifted the trophy, each earning their victory through different means. Avirbhav  won by securing the highest number of audience votes, while Atharva got his win based on his exceptional scores from the judges, who praised his consistent performances throughout the competition.

They each got a trophy and a winning prize money of Rs 10 lakh each. Apart from this, all participants who made it to the finale went home with a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh each too.

From the very start, 12-year-old Atharv Bakshi from Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, captivated everyone with his soulful voice. His extraordinary talent garnered immense praise from industry giants. Super Judge Neha Kakkar likened him to the renowned Arijit Singh for his emotional depth and vocal prowess, while Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal lauded Atharv’s performance, expressing that the music industry would be proud to have a singer of his caliber.

The legendary Lakshmikant was so moved by Atharv’s rendition of Patta Patta Butta Butta that he got goosebumps, and Vidya Balan was touched by his performance of Humari Adhuri Kahani, prompting her to urge her husband, film producer Siddharth Roy Kapur, to offer Atharv a playback singing opportunity.

Meanwhile, Avirbhav S. from Kochi, Kerala, won hearts with his infectious charm and extraordinary talent. Dubbed the show’s 'chota packet bada dhamaka,' his dedication and stage presence were beyond his years, consistently leaving the judges in awe.

Udit Narayan praised him as 'the most beautiful chand' for his rendition of Chand Chupa Badal Mein, and Geeta Kapur called him Saat Suron Ka Shehzada. Avirbhav's versatility was evident as he effortlessly slipped into the role of a host, showcasing another facet of his talent. His victory is a testament to his exceptional talent and unwavering spirit.

In the wake of their triumph, both winners shared their gratitude and excitement. Atharv Bakshi expressed, "winning Superstar Singer 3 is like a dream come true. I want to thank my family for their unwavering support and love; I am also grateful to my mentor Pawandeep Bhaiya for believing in me and guiding me to become a better artist with each passing day."

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Avirbhav S. echoed similar sentiments, stating, "I still can't believe that I have won! I want to say thank you to Neha Kakkar Ma'am, Arunita Di, and everyone who supported me. I promise to keep working hard and making you all proud."