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Indian Idol 16 Premieres Oct 18, 2025, Hits 0.3-0.45 TVR; Banashree Bishwas Steals Show

Anamika Rajput | 2 min read | 2 weeks ago | Oct 19, 2025 10:49 pm IST
Indian Idol 16 Premieres Oct 18, 2025, Hits 0.3-0.45 TVR; Banashree Bishwas Steals Show

Guess what’s back? Yeah, Indian Idol Season 16, also known as Indian Idol 2025, hit our screens on October 18, 2025! And let me tell you, it’s already got everyone talking.

This season, they’re playing on our heartstrings with the theme “Yaadon Ki Playlist.” Think classic songs, pure nostalgia. Isn’t that just the best way to kick off a musical journey?

Your favorite judges are back too! Shreya Ghoshal, Vishal Dadlani, and Badshah are on the panel, ready to spot the next big voice. But honestly, the real buzz started even before the premiere.

Remember those promos from October 17, 2025? They teased us with incredible auditions, and one contestant, Banashree Bishwas from West Bengal, completely stole the show. Her folk song performance? Absolutely mesmerizing! She quickly bagged a golden ticket, and you won’t believe the story behind it.

Here’s the thing: Banashree humorously told the judges she absolutely hates mathematics. And her dad? He teaches math! That little revelation just made her even more relatable, didn’t it? Talk about a memorable audition!

But she’s not the only one shining. Other golden ticket winners include Manav from Punjab, Vishwanath Haveri, Divakar Chaube from Gurgaon, and Lakshya from Amritsar. This season is packed with talent, you guys!

And speaking of talent, the legendary Udit Narayan is on board as a special host, bringing his wealth of experience. You’ll probably see his son, Aditya Narayan, taking over hosting duties later on. It’s a family affair!

So, how’s the show doing? Well, the opening week for Indian Idol 16, as of October 19, 2025, pulled in an estimated 0.3-0.45 TVR. That’s a solid start for the weekend slot on Sony Entertainment Television, which used to be home to “Super Dancer Chapter 5.”

The top 12 contestants are already confirmed, making this season move fast! You’ve got Banashree Bishwas, Amritha Rajan, Vishwanath Haveri, Lakshya Mehta, and Manav leading the charge.

What are your thoughts on “Yaadon Ki Playlist”? Who’s your favorite contestant so far? Drop your comments below and tell us what you think of this amazing new season!