Six weeks of intense competition on the singing reality show “I-POPSTAR” culminated in a thrilling finale, where Rohit Raut was crowned as the first-ever I-POPSTAR, taking home a prize of ₹7,00,000.
Rishabh Panchal, the runner-up, also earned recognition along with a prize of ₹3,00,000.
Reflections from the Judges
Rapper King, one of the judges, reflected on the season, stating, “I-POPSTAR has shown us what the future of Indian pop looks like—powerful, fearless, and honest.” He emphasized the importance of the contestants’ journeys, sharing, “Watching these young artists grow, take risks, and express themselves without holding back reminded me why independent music matters. Each one of them brought something real to the stage, and that’s what makes this movement so special.”
Rohit Raut’s Journey
Rohit Raut shared insights into his journey on the show, saying, “At I-POPSTAR, I walked in trying to find my feet as an artist, and after weeks, to see that I stand as a winner instills a ton of confidence in my craft.” He expressed gratitude towards his mentor, singer Parmish Verma, saying, “I want to thank my mentor, Parmish paaji, without whom this wouldn’t have been possible. To the fans who rooted for me and had faith in me, I dedicate this award to every regional artist who wants to step out, showcase their talent, and realize their dream. Lastly, I want to give a shoutout to Amazon MX Player for giving independent musicdigihunt like me a platform to showcase our talent and reach millions of people.”
Mentor’s Pride
In celebration of his mentee’s achievement, Parmish Verma remarked, “The passion these artists brought to the stage was extraordinary. They came with raw stories and turned them into powerful performances that connected with people across the country. As a mentor, watching them evolve has been truly rewarding.” He continued, “It makes me incredibly proud that the first-ever I-POPSTAR is from my team. Rohit has been truly incredible from day one. Seeing him grow, experiment, and own the stage has been an absolute joy. For us, this is more than just a successful season. It’s proof that India is ready to embrace independent pop on a big stage.”