Indian Idol 16: Contestant Manav reveals not taking formal training; says, ‘Learnt singing through the show’

Indian Idol

With a brand-new season, Sony Entertainment Television's most popular singing reality show, Indian Idol, is back, and it's touching everyone's emotions. ‘Yaadon Ki Playlist: Jahaan Awazein Aaj Wali Aur Gaane Aap Wale’, the show's poignant theme, honours the feelings, songs, and recollections of the 1990s.

One of the contestants, Manav, shared how he learnt to sing during the auditions. Manav talked about how he watched Indian Idol to learn how to sing. "Indian Idol taught me how to sing. You are all the experts from whom we have learnt,” he said.

He described how he learnt to sing without any official instruction by watching the judges, a few competitors, and their performances, reported Filmibeat. His path has been inspired by numerous young vocalists who hope to share the stage with him, demonstrating that skill, enthusiasm, and astute observation can lead to musical success.

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Manav has an amazing voice and is a very good singer. It is a full-circle dream come true for him to go from watching Indian Idol at home to playing on its magnificent stage. His abilities, self-assurance, and love of singing have all been shaped by the programme, which has functioned as his music school. For aspiring singers like Manav, Indian Idol has long been one of the most inspirational programmes on Indian television, identifying talent, inspiring fans, and demonstrating that hard work, determination, and a passion for music can make dreams come true.

For Indian Idol season 16, the channel has raised the bar, making sure that the show is the centre of attention. The producers have done everything they can to ensure that Indian Idol 2025 is an unforgettable event, from keeping the judges panel in place to holding auditions in new locales. Since the singing reality show is taking the place of Super Dancer Chapter 5, the channel is relying heavily on Indian Idol 16 to boost viewership throughout the weekend.