Rising Star

Rising Star is back and the stars are aligned with a musical palette, more diverse than ever! From veteran playback singer Usha Timothy's rendition of Aaj Phir Jeene Ki Tamanna Hai garnering 94% votes, to rapper Dee MC's self-composed tune, No More Limits receiving 83% votes. The contest begins with a bang!

What could be a better tribute to a veteran singer than his song being performed by aspiring rising stars and receiving a standing ovation? Nothing! Guest judge Sukhwinder Singh receives that very honour when Mansi Sisodia's stunning rendition of his song Dil Haara garners a staggering 95% votes.

With Rising Star, the idea of 'Unity in diversity' is truly alive with people of diverse cultural backgrounds coming together for the musical journey of a lifetime. In fact the show has found a new super fan in none other than Shah Rukh Khan. Catch up on King Khan's wise advice for all the aspiring Rising stars.

Remember the Birjwasi brothers? Get ready to relive the trademark Brijwasi vocal prowess because the youngest of them Chetan Brijwasi is back to try his luck once more. Only this time he is back with a voice that will give his contenders a run for their money. Witness his rendition of Jee Karda that garners an impressive 86% votes.

Join Rising Star as it pays a musical tribute to womanhood through the season's first day of Duels Ki Takkar! Suparna Panda kicks off the proceedings on this wonderful occasion with her rendition of the song Chupke Se garnering 90% votes. Now it's veteran singer Usha Timothy's turn. Will she be able to top Suparna's score and secure a place among India's Favourite 16?

Ever wondered what the combination of cricket and music would be like? Wonder no more because Jasprit Bumrah, Yuvraj Singh and Krunal Pandya, stars of Mumbai Indians, are taking over the weekend and the Rising Star stage to prove that they are more than just cricketers. Witness this one-of-a-kind Jugalbandi of sports and melody.

The epic Duels Ki Takkar continues with a brand new weekend, and it adds a new spice to the musical journey. Mika Singh is here to bestow his star presence as the guest judge and of course belt out some of his biggest hits to the delight of his frenzied fans. Join in on the fun.

Tonight's Duels Ki Takkar is more than just a contest, its a tribute! The musical tribute is to none other than the amazing cast of the upcoming film Kalank. With Sonakshi Sinha, Alia Bhatt, Varun Dhawan and Aditya Roy Kapur boarding the Rising Star train, the ride is sure to be Dhamakedaar. Catch all the performances and some adorable fangirl moments.

This is the final night of Duels Ki Takkar, and Chow Oupseng Namchoom's performance of Baar Baar Dekho sets a jaw-dropping benchmark with 93% votes. But things go from nerve-racking to absolutely amazing following Chetan Brijwasi's performance when the judges come to a decision that will change the very course of the Rising star journey.

Its time to celebrate as India's favourite 17 have been chosen by the adoring public. What better way to kick off the grand premiere than with a very special guest? Watch as the top 17 showcase their unique vocal prowess and pay tribute to the legendary icon of Bollywood music, Kumar Sanu.

Suparna Panda's melody leaves Rekha in awe, and her singing prowess melts her heart. Rekha returns the favour by solving her intricate family issue and reconciles her relationship with her estranged father. Her act of kindness is unique and something which will never ensue on the Rising Star stage, ever again. Watch Rekha's inspirational selfless act.

If you thought this summer is hot, brace yourself because Rising Star is set to soar the temperature with another Dhamakedaar weekend! All thanks to the trinity of hotties - Tiger Shroff, Tara Sutaria and Ananya Pandey, stars of the long-awaited movie Student of the Year 2. These gorgeous guests are here to encourage the singers and of course to indulge in non-stop Masti.

The proverb 'The Child is the father of the Man' rings amazingly true for the young Rising Star contestants. From facing hardships at an early age to facing societal opposition against their dreams and ambitions, the young singers have emerged as the epitome of inspiration. Watch this childhood special episode and enjoy a heartfelt union of music and nostalgia.

The Rising Stars pay tribute to the Bollywood icons and their iconic songs. The adorable Chow Oupseng Namchoom, starts off this melodic tribute train by garnering 88% votes with the song Mera Joota Hai Japani, that too in Raj Kapoor's iconic outfit.

The weekend's epicness quotient is high, all thanks to Ajay Devgan, Tabu and Rakul Preet Singh, stars of the upcoming film, De De Pyaar De. With Ajay delivering his famous dialogues from Singham and Tabu showing off her beat boxing skills, these stellar guests inevitably leave everyone star struck.

Thirty stellar musicians and one legendary Bollywood music composer on one stage! Yes, that is exactly what Rising Star has made possible. The great Pyarelal Ramprasad Sharma is here with his incredible music ensemble to set the stage ablaze, and the top 14 contestants pay tribute to the legendary icon.

The aspiring Rising Stars have come a long way from their humble beginnings to being professional singers and rocking the nation. It is all thanks to their parents, and they pay emotional tributes to their loving progenitors. Join in on the tearjerker of a musical evening.

Everyone deserves a second chance, and that is exactly what Rising Star is offering Rehmat Ali and Konkan Kanya following their unfortunate elimination. With one more chance at the musical glory, which of these wild cards will secure a place among India's Top 8?

What could be a greater honour for the Rising Stars than to witness two Padma Shri award-winning artists set the stage ablaze! That is exactly what they were treated to when the Dhak Dhak girl Madhuri Dixit took over the stage with her dance moves to the stellar vocal performance of the one and only Shankar Mahadevan.

Rising Star may have seemed like a friendly competition but not anymore! Abhishek Saraf turns the competition into a full-on rivalry by claiming that Rehmat Ali's repertoire is limited! Now, the only way Rehmat can strike back is to beat Abhishek's score of 91% votes. Will his singing also do the talking? To find out watch this Qawwali special episode.

The mere presence of superstars Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif calls for a celebration! But when these stars of the upcoming movie Bharat join in on the celebration, one thing is guaranteed- Unlimited fun! Slow motion dancing, comedy, Salman Khan special trivia and of course musical tributes to the Sultan of Bollywood, it's entertainment overload on the Rising Star stage. Treat yourself.

Sanjay Satish sets the bar high for the ticket to the finale with his stellar performance, winning 89% votes and the admiration of the audience. With many more talented performers in the queue, who all will knock on the door to the finale? Watch all the performances and more.

So begins the semifinals as the top four fight it out for a place at the grand finale. But if you thought this tense musical battle needs some refreshing extra dose of entertainment, then you are in luck because the judges of Dance Deewane are here to do just that. Witness the weekend's highlight - A jugalbandi of Shankar Mahadevan's voice and Tushar Kalia's mesmerising dance moves.

After 13 weeks of fierce musical battles, the Grand finale is underway. Diwakar Sharma, Aftab Singh and Sanjay Satish lock horns one last time for the ultimate glory! With these Top 3 finalists continuing their high scoring streak until the very end, who will lift the coveted Rising Star trophy?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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..

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.

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..

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.

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!.

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.

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?

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.

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?

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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?

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!

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!

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?

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?

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!

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

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?

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!

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!

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!