Indian Idol — Season 12

Aired 28 November 2020 • 75 min

Brace yourselves, as your favourite singing show is back tonight. A new season adorned with new voices and mind-boggling power of music, Indian Idol is set to take the bar higher this time. From the nooks and corners of India, talents that have been unexplored, will battle it out for the golden ticket on the stage. Pitches, notes, lyrics and a fresh bunch of Indian talent awaits you. Tune in to immerse yourself in their magic and some fun moments with our judges- Vishal, Himesh and Neha.

Aired 29 November 2020 • 75 min

The voice of the dream that many have been nurturing for years, will find its way on Indian Idol platform tonight. As the audition round continues, our judges pick the finest talent, who will compete to become the Indian Idol. Delight yourself with Anjali’s classical finesse, Nihal’s fresh voice, Vaishnav’s second golden opportunity, Sawai’s divine vocals, Shanmukha’s crazy rhythmic flow, Sitara’s sweet tunes and Jeli’s uniqueness. Cheer for India’s unimaginable talent, tonight on Indian Idol.

Aired 5 December 2020 • 75 min

The judges have a great time listening to our singers, who come from various walks of life. The evening turns hilarious, as Himesh questions the contestants about Dhurandhar Bhataodekar and Neha gets nostalgic, remembering the big ticket of Indian Idol in her life. While someone’s singing touches the heart, the other wants to be a star, with a huge fan following.

Aired 6 December 2020 • 75 min

Immerse yourself into Tanistha’s sensational performance and Karnoi’s mesmerising voice, tonight. Meet Sahil, who is a superb performer and the sibling duo of Farman and Farmani, who, in spite of being renowned in the digital duniya, are still struggling to make a mark for themselves in the music industry. There is room for every kind of singer on this platform.

Aired 12 December 2020 • 75 min

Indian Idol will open its gates for the theatre round, where the contestants will usher an awesome mausam of jaw-dropping performances. After a tedious screening and selection process, our eminent judges have picked the best talent from across the country, who will twist the melodies and spin the magic of their vocals to etch their place in the top fourteen. Join Ashish, Danish, Nachiket, Shanmukha, Sayli, Samyak and Pawandeep on their exciting journey in the brand new season of Indian Idol.

Aired 13 December 2020 • 75 min

One more evening of musical delight is right here, as the superb singers toil it out on the stage of Indian Idol, in the theatre round, in order to gain entry into the top fifteen. Watch out for Nihal’s easy-breezy attitude, Jeli’s dual vocals, Sahil’s effortless singing, Sireesha’s perfect notes, Arunita’s playback voice and lots more. Who will win the golden mic to continue this musical journey? Find out in today’s exciting episode of Indian Idol.

Aired 19 December 2020 • 75 min

After the gruelling task of qualifying in the theatre round, get ready to experience an awesome mausam tonight, in Indian Idol’s Grand Premiere segment, in which the talented singers will put forth their best performances. There’s the folk feel, the retro rendezvous, the Bollywood tunes and much more. The judges just can’t stop praising the awesome vocals of India’s finest singers. Sit back and drown in some magical melody, and soak in the emotions weaved by various musical notes.

Aired 20 December 2020 • 75 min

The Grand Premiere night is at full blast, as the finest singers on Indian Idol present their amazing tunes on the stage. Every single contestant is here to prove their flair for pure musical art. From Nihal’s soul-stirring vocals and Shanmukha’s dumdaar delivery, to Nachiket’s never-before-seen avatar and Anjali’s classical attempt, followed by Saahil’s superb song, tonight the singers have gathered to seal the deal and impresses the judges. Enjoy the grandeur of the Grand Premiere, right here.

Aired 26 December 2020 • 75 min

Christmas celebrations are in order on the Indian Idol stage, as Badshah graces the show to add some spunk. While the rapper encourages our contestants, the top 15 finalists leave no stones unturned to impress him. Enjoy Badshah’s and Vaishnav’s jugalbandi, Anjali’s quirky rap, Aaji’s stunning martial arts and Tiger Pop’s swag moves on Indian Idol, tonight.

Aired 27 December 2020 • 75 min

As Badshah continues to add the musical glam to the Indian Idol stage, joining him is the supremely-talented team of Scam 1992. While the director, Hansal Mehta, and the actors, Pratik Gandhi, Shreya Dhanwanthary and Hemant Kher surprise our finalists with their wonderful visit, the contestants give their bestest to impress the lovely guests. With phenomenal performances and loads of fun in store, this episode promises to be a mind-blowing one.

Aired 2 January 2021 • 75 min

Today's episode begins with Aditya Narayan dancing to the tunes of his own song as he wishes everyone a happy new year and tells the audience about today's duet challenge that the contestants must take part in. Aditya and Neha mock each other while everyone laughs. Watch Samyak, Pawan, Sawai and other contestants perform a duet in this episode of Indian Idol.

Aired 3 January 2021 • 75 min

The stage of Indian Idol gets set to celebrate the sacred event of a wedding. The newlyweds, Rohanpreet Singh and Neha Kakkar, with Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa, are given special thrones from where they share their wedlock experiences. Tune in to this shaadi special as the contestants mesmerize everyone with wedding songs.

Aired 9 January 2021 • 75 min

Indian Idol celebrates the families who have given so much support and love to all the contestants in their journey. Watch the family special episode with your family only on SonyLIV.

Aired 10 January 2021 • 75 min

Aditya welcomes the legend, Udit Narayan, to embrace us with his and his family's grace as the contestants celebrate their families.

Aired 16 January 2021 • 75 min

The Indian Idol stage celebrates the legacies of musical legends R.D Burman and Kishore Kumar, who have contributed immensely to the Indian music industry over the years.

Aired 17 January 2021 • 75 min

Bappi Lahiri, this episode's special guest, opens up another challenge for the contestant. The best performer of the day will receive a custom made gold chain similar to the one Bappi Lahiri wears. The contestants adapt to Bappi's signature style and set the stage on fire.

Aired 23 January 2021 • 75 min

The spirit of Indian Idol celebrates the legacy of the legend and the master filmmaker Subhash Ghai who has contributed immensely in the Hindi film industry.

Aired 24 January 2021 • 75 min

Patriotism is on its high in the contestants on this republic day as they perform songs written about our motherland. The Indian Idol team and celebrities around the country also pay tribute to the recently deceased Ustad Mustafa Khan.

Aired 30 January 2021 • 75 min

Two legends of the Indian Music Industry, Kumar Sanu and Alka Yagnik are against each other on the set of Indian Idol. Watch the episode as the legends take on each other with the help of our participants.

Aired 31 January 2021 • 75 min

All the contestants, judges, along with the golden trio of Alka Yagnik, Udit Narayan and Kumar Sanu, try to create history as they attempt to perform 100 songs in less than two hours.

Aired 6 February 2021 • 75 min

Poonam Dhillon and Padmini Kolhapure grace their presence at the Indian Idol stage. Watch our participants, celebrate the beauties of the 80s.

Aired 7 February 2021 • 75 min

One of India's most renowned rappers, Honey Singh, is back with a bang after his sabbatical from the industry. He, along with Nushrat Bharucha, cheer and support the contestants as the competition gets more fierce.

Aired 13 February 2021 • 75 min

The He-Man of the Indian Film Industry, Dharmendra along with the evergreen, Asha Parekh celebrate Valentine's Day with the contestants of Indian Idol Season 12.

Aired 14 February 2021 • 75 min

On this valentine's day, everyone has gathered with their loved ones for a magical evening of romantic performances, adorable gestures of love and fun games.

Aired 20 February 2021 • 75 min

Manoj Muntashir's beautiful rendition about mothers has our eyes filled with tears as the participants celebrate mothers in this 'Maa special' episode of Indian Idol.

Aired 21 February 2021 • 75 min

Pyarelal Sharma, one of India's most successful music composers, is greeted by the contestants with an aarti. Everyone is excited and nervous to perform in front of this living legend. Pyarelal also shares some anecdotes that will help the contestants to improve with every performance.

Aired 27 February 2021 • 75 min

The hit duo of the 90s, Govinda and Shakti Kapoor set the stage on fire as they grace their presence at Indian Idol Season 12.

Aired 28 February 2021 • 75 min

Since its inception, the 12th edition of Indian Idol has accumulated a large fan base. In this special episode, the fans get a chance to meet their idols and watch them perform live.

Aired 6 March 2021 • 75 min

The famous Indian music composing duo Ajay-Atul celebrate their hattrick at the Indian Idol stage and take the judges seat in today's episode of Indian Idol Season 12.

Aired 7 March 2021 • 75 min

The dream girl, Hema Malini graces the Indian Idol stage with her presence and congratulates all the participants for their journey in the 12th season of India's biggest music show, 'Indian Idol'.

Aired 13 March 2021 • 75 min

Queen of Indian Television, Ekta Kapoor and superstar of the '80s, Jeetendra grace the stage and share their journey to stardom with the participants of Indian Idol Season Twelve.

Aired 14 March 2021 • 75 min

In the quest to find the top 10 of this edition of Indian Idol, Jackie Shroff graces the competition with his swag. He bows down to all the talented members of the crew and encourages the contestants as everyone waits to find the "Greatest Talent Ever Bhidu.

Aired 20 March 2021 • 75 min

The 90's era has made a tremendous impact on the Indian film and music industry and to honour that era, Indian Idol celebrates the 90's with the living legends Udit Narayan, Anu Malik, and Sameer Anjaan.

Aired 21 March 2021 • 75 min

The crossover no one expected, the revered judges of Super Dancer Chapter 4, Anurag Basu, Geeta Kapur and Shilpa Shetty Kundra, arrive at the stage Indian Idol.

Aired 27 March 2021 • 75 min

Indian Idol celebrates Holi with the participants as they perform with the judges themselves in today's episode.

Aired 28 March 2021 • 75 min

The talent of Indian Idol 12 pays tribute to the late and great Rishi Kapoor and his life partner Neetu Kapoor in this special episode.

Aired 3 April 2021 • 75 min

The evergreen beauty of Indian Cinema, Rekha graces the Indian Idol stage with her magnanimous presence.

Aired 4 April 2021 • 75 min

The epitome of beauty and grace, that captivated Indian audiences for years, Rekha joins the judges of Indian Idol to witness the second set of performances from the contestants.

Aired 10 April 2021 • 75 min

The music maestro of Indian Music, A. R. Rahman graces the Indian Idol stage with his exemplary presence.

Aired 11 April 2021 • 75 min

Anandji Shah, one half of the famous composer duo Kalyanji and Anandji, known for creating some of the most memorable songs in the Hindi film industry, grace the Indian Idol stage.

Aired 17 April 2021 • 75 min

Indian Idol celebrates the legacy of Lord Ram on the special occasion of Ram Navami along with the guru Swami Ramdev and lyricist Manoj Muntashir.

Aired 18 April 2021 • 75 min

The Ram Navmi special continues as all the contestants of Indian Idol and the guest judge, Manoj Muntashir, recite the legend of Lord Ram through their singing performances.

Aired 24 April 2021 • 75 min

The sensational beauty, Jaya Prada graces the stage of Indian Idol with her presence.

Aired 25 April 2021 • 75 min

The special episode with superstar Jaya Prada continues as the contestants bring out their best renditions of evergreen songs from the classic era of Bollywood.

Aired 1 May 2021 • 75 min

Indian Idol celebrates the Golden Era of the Indian Film Industry on their stage along with Anu Malik and Manoj Muntashir.

Aired 2 May 2021 • 75 min

Manoj Muntashir, with Anu Malik and the Indian Idol contestants, takes us all on a trip to the golden era of Bollywood music.

Aired 8 May 2021 • 75 min

Participants of Indian Idol celebrate the legacy of the great Kishore Kumar as they sing 100 of his famous songs in the presence of his elder son and singer, Amit Kumar.

Aired 9 May 2021 • 75 min

Amit Kumar joins the contestants of Indian Idol as they aim to create the record of performing one hundred songs of the legendary Kishore Kumar over the weekend.

Aired 15 May 2021 • 75 min

Indian Idol celebrates the Golden Jubilee Week as they complete 50 episodes of the show that has given India, the Greatest Talent Ever.

Aired 16 May 2021 • 75 min

Sukhwinder Singh arrives on the stage of Indian Idol to celebrate 50 episodes of Indian Idol season 12, in this Golden Jubilee special.

Aired 22 May 2021 • 75 min

Indian Idol remembers Shravan Rathod of the famous Nadeem-Shravan duo and pays a tribute to him in the presence of Kumar Sanu, Anuradha Paudwal and Roopkumar Rathod.

Aired 23 May 2021 • 75 min

Indian Idol celebrates the spirit of love by going back in time to the '90s. The legendary artists of that era, Kumar Sanu and Anuradha Paudwal grace the stage to make the celebration even merrier.

Aired 29 May 2021 • 75 min

The boys and girls fight it out in today's episode of Indian Idol. Who will win this musical battle?

Aired 30 May 2021 • 75 min

The boys and girls of Indian Idol face off against each other in hopes of breaking the tie and claiming victory for themselves. Who will come out ahead in this musical battle?

Aired 5 June 2021 • 75 min

Two celebrated singers, Udit Narayan and Abhijeet Bhattacharya grace their presence on Indian Idol and sing along with the contestants.

Aired 6 June 2021 • 75 min

The icon who ruled many hearts in the '70s, the legendary actress, Zeenat Aman, graces Indian Idol with her presence as the contestants pay tribute to her illustrious 50-year career.

Aired 12 June 2021 • 75 min

Himesh Reshammiya celebrates his new album, 'Suroor' with the contestants on Indian Idol Season 12.

Aired 13 June 2021 • 75 min

At the request of die-hard fans, the Indian Idol contestants perform live in front of an audience in this special episode.

Aired 19 June 2021 • 75 min

Indian Idol celebrates the real heroes of our lives, our fathers in this week's Father's Day special episode.

Aired 20 June 2021 • 75 min

Anandji of the legendary musical duo, Kalyanji - Anandji graces the stage of Indian Idol Season 12 with his charismatic presence.

Aired 26 June 2021 • 75 min

Indian Idol celebrates the legacy of the famous screenwriter, lyricist and poet, Javed Akhtar in today's special episode.

Aired 27 June 2021 • 75 min

The senior citizens, who lead their lives with a youthful passion, cheer the Indian Idol contestants from the audience. All contestants dedicate their performances to these citizens who have a heart of gold.

Aired 3 July 2021 • 75 min

Celebrate the Indian monsoon with the judges and the contestants in today's 'Monsoon Special' episode on Indian Idol Season 12.

Aired 4 July 2021 • 75 min

The legendary jodi of Shatrughan and Poonam Sinha grace the stage of Indian Idol Season 12.

Aired 10 July 2021 • 75 min

Indian Idol celebrates the spirit of womanhood and salutes them for their contributions.

Aired 11 July 2021 • 75 min

The legendary Asha Bhosle graces the stage with her mystical presence. One contestant's journey on Indian Idol will come to an end.

Aired 17 July 2021 • 75 min

The iconic Karisma Kapoor arrives on the stage of Indian Idol to be a part of an extraordinary celebration of music.

Aired 18 July 2021 • 75 min

Anita Raj and Dharmendra reunite on the stage of Indian Idol to inspire the contestants into giving breathtaking performances.

Aired 24 July 2021 • 75 min

The sizzling, scintillating, and sensational Reena Roy graces the stage of Indian Idol Season 12.

Aired 25 July 2021 • 75 min

Bappi Lahiri comes back to the competition, but this time he comes bearing gifts for the contestants. He rewards everyone's performance with a surprise at the end.

Aired 31 July 2021 • 75 min

The famed actor and director, Randhir Kapoor, arrives on the Indian Idol stage to relive the era of classic Bollywood.

Aired 1 August 2021 • 75 min

The superhit duo from the 90s, Kavita Krishnamurthy and Kumar Sanu sweep the stage with their dazzling performance while contestants sing their hearts out to the tunes of the 90s.

Aired 7 August 2021 • 75 min

Indian Idol is all set to enter the semi-final week with none other than the master filmmaker, Karan Johar to support the best of the best singing talent in India.

Aired 8 August 2021 • 75 min

The biggest celebrity and celebrator, Karan Johar, joins Indian Idol Season 12 for the semi-finals week.

Aired 15 August 2021 • 75 min

Watch the Grand Finale of Indian Idol Season 12 as the Indian Idol contestants pay tribute to the heroes in the front line of defence. Mika Singh joins your favourite finalists as they put their talents on display for you to celebrate Independence Day. The judges and the finalists come together for a game of Antakshari with Annu Kapoor. The finalists of Indian Idol get an opportunity to meet their superstar idols and perform with them. The finalists celebrate the roaring 90s with the legends from the era for the last time in the season.