MUMBAI, Nov 19th: Amazon MX Player’s I-POPSTAR has quickly emerged as one of India’s most refreshing and culturally defining music shows of the year, celebrating original tracks, original voices, and original stories. Over recent weeks, the show has fueled a genuine indie-music movement, guided by four dynamic mentors King, Aastha Gill, Aditya Rikhari, and Parmish Verma — each championing the next generation of homegrown pop talent.
From its inception, I-POPSTAR set itself apart: no covers, no remixes, only fresh compositions. This unique approach created a space where creativity was not just encouraged, it was the rule. The show beautifully blended regional flavors, genre-bending sounds, and deeply personal storytelling into a national platform. Standout moments included Rishabh Panchal’s four-buzzer audition, Radhika Bhide’s Marathi originals that moved mentors to tears, Anurag Srivastava’s socially charged anthems, and Rohit Raut’s collaboration with Parmish Verma each performance signaling the evolution of India’s pop scene.
The show’s influence extended beyond the stage. Maan Panu’s original single “I’m Done” went viral nationwide, gaining massive traction on Instagram and even earning praise from Salman Khan, who expressed his admiration for the track. This moment highlighted how I-POPSTAR is not only discovering talent but also launching artists into the mainstream.
Original tracks from the show are now streaming on Spotify, complemented by a special label partnership with Universal Music India, making I-POPSTAR one of the first Indian reality formats where contestants’ original compositions reach global streaming platforms immediately.
As the competition reaches its climax, the Grand Finale features Rohit, Rishabh, Maan, and Radhika alongside Charan, while Elvis, Riya, and Anurag exit the competition. Each finalist represents a distinct shade of India’s evolving pop landscape, setting the stage for a finale that celebrates innovation, artistry, and the spirit of independent music.
The Grand Finale drops on 21 November 2025, exclusively on Amazon MX Player, streaming free on mobile, Connected TVs, the Amazon shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, and Airtel Xtreme.