Vaibhav Gupta, a talented singer from Kanpur, has won the 14th season of the popular reality show Indian Idol. He beat five other finalists in a grand finale that aired on March 3, 2024.
His strategy to sing songs from different genres and languages, ranging from romantic to classical to folk, made him a stand out amongst the other contestants.
The finale also had sterling performances from Sonu Nigam, Kumar Sanu, Vishal and Shreya Ghoshal.
He received a trophy, a cheque of Rs 25 lakh and a Maruti Suzuki Brezza car as the winner.
Vaibhav, who started his musical journey at a young age, impressed the judges and the audience with his versatile singing skills. He sang songs from different genres and languages, ranging from romantic to classical to folk. He also received praise from many celebrity guests who appeared on the show, such as Sonu Nigam, Mahesh Bhatt, Hrithik Roshan, Karisma Kapoor and Sukhwinder Singh.
A dream come true: Vaibhav Gupta winner Indian Idol 14
Vaibhav said that winning Indian Idol was a dream come true for him and that he was grateful to everyone who supported him throughout his journey. He also expressed his desire to sing for Bollywood actors, especially Salman Khan. He said that he was inspired by Kumar Sanu, one of the judges of the show, and that he wanted to follow his footsteps.
The judges of Indian Idol 14 were Shreya Ghoshal, Vishal Dadlani and Kumar Sanu. They mentored and guided the contestants with their valuable feedback and tips. The show was hosted by Hussain Kuwajerwala, who added fun and humour to the show.
Indian Idol 14 was a musical extravaganza that showcased the talent and passion of aspiring singers from across the country. The show also gave them a platform to showcase their talent and get recognition in the industry. Many contestants got offers for playback singing during the course of the show.
Vaibhav Gupta has proved his mettle as a singer and has earned the title of Indian Idol. He has also won the hearts of millions of fans who voted for him and cheered for him. He is now ready to embark on a new journey as a professional singer and make his mark in the music world.