Mumbai 4th September : Following a fierce contest between the six finalist fourteen-year-old Mohammad Faiz from Jodhpur turned out to be the winner of Superstar Singer 2 and took home the trophy as well as cash prize of 15 lakh rupees.His moving rendition of romantic tracks like “Pehla Nasha,” “Kesariya and ‘Koi Mil Gada Not only impressed the judges, but also the special guests, which included Bollywood stars of the past like Padmini Kolhapure and Poonam Dhillon.
Mani and Sayisha were declared the winner and second respectively.The competition, which debuted on April 23rd, was judged Alka Yagnik Himesh Reshammiya, and Javed Ali.The show gave 15 contestants between the ages of seven and 15 years old to show off their talents.
The promising youngsters were taught by Salman Ali (‘Indian Idol 10 winner), Pawandeep Rajan (‘Indian Idol 12 winner), Arunita Kanjilal (‘Indian Idol 12 first second place finisher) as well as Sayli Kamble (‘Indian Idol 12 second runners-up) as well as Mohammad Danish (‘Indian Idol 12 third finalist).
Music legend Anand was also a part of the show as special judge during the finale.Along with the evening included famous performers Shabbir Kumar, Sonu Kakkar and Bhumi Trivedi.
Apart from the hot performance of the contestants, the jovial banter between Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa who were hosting the finale with Aditya Narayan, added to the entertainment factor of the program.Additionally Best pals and veteran actresses Poonam and Padmini were with contestant Aryananda R.Babu from Calicut to perform the infamous track that was based on Poonam “Chori chori koi Aaye in her film ‘Noorie’ starring Farooq Shaikh.
The winner of the competition Mohammad Faiz, who was part of the squad of captain Arunita named ‘Arunita’ Ajoobe”, expressed his delight by saying: “Being on ‘Superstar Singer 2’ is an accomplishment in and of itself.When I took the auditions and was a finalist, never in my imagination did I believe that I’d just find myself in the TOP 6 but also win the prized trophy.I’m not able to express the feeling in words.It’s amazing.It’s still something out of a dream for me.”
He has also expressed gratitude to his viewers and wrote: “I would like to thank all viewers and my followers i.e.Faizians, who have shower me with many affections and votes.I also want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who has helped make my experience on the show so memorable especially my judges as well as my host Arunita di who is my source of determination who believed in me and helped me to achieve the wish of mine come real.”
Arunita was overjoyed at the performance of Faiz and she said: “I am extremely elated to witness our Rockstar Faiz take home the trophy and then be named as the winner of Superstar Singer 2.”
On the other side, Alka praised all the top six contestants, including Faiz from Jodhpur, Mani from Dharamkot, Pranjal Biswas from West Bengal, Sayisha Gupta from Mohali, Aryananda R.Babu and Rituraj from Kerala.
She stated: “Seeing them mature, expand and blossom during the entire season was a wonderful experience.Every single one of the top six contestants has been exceptional.Faiz is an extremely well-deserved winner, and his performance of the competition has been excellent.He is one of the most talented singers that on the stage and his dedication to music and the desire to win has helped him be awarded the sought-after title.”
Himesh also felicitated the winner, stating: “Faiz has been a total rockstar starting from the start and has always provided his best.I am extremely happy of Faiz.
Javed ended with his very best wishes to the contestants and the winner: “I have personally received numerous messages and calls from the kids of the show.I am very happy of all contestants, particularly Faiz who was a well-deserved winner.I wish him the best of best of luck for a brighter and prosperous future.Kudos to the entire team of Superstar Singer 2.”
“Superstar Singer 2” was broadcast on Sony Entertainment Television.
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