MUMBAI, India– 28 November, 2025: After six unforgettable weeks, over eighty-five original tracks, and a nationwide wave of new independent pop voices, Amazon MX Player’s I-POPSTAR concluded its debut season with a spectacular finale that set a new benchmark for music reality shows in India. With overwhelming audience engagement, breakout songs dominating social media, and artists turning into overnight sensations, the finale marked the culmination of a season that celebrated originality and the rebirth of Indian pop.
The final chapter opened on a celebratory high as all contestants returned to the stage with a series of dynamic performances, each reflecting the journeys that unfolded on India’s biggest stage for new voices. Charan Pathania kicked things off with a full-blown concert-style act, setting the right tone for the finale. In one of the most wholesome moments of the evening, Munawar Faruqui introduced Radhika Bhide with a poetic tribute before she delivered a heartfelt performance in front of her family from Ratnagiri. Munawar then switched gears with a playful stand-up segment, while the energy rose further when Prince Narula joined the mentors as the special guest, praising the show’s massive impact and sharing a video of his daughter vibing to I-POPSTAR tracks. As the finalists delivered their final power-packed acts, the stage prepared for the moment India had been waiting for.
In the Top 2 stood Rishabh Panchal from Team King and Rohit Raut from Team Parmish. Moments later, Rohit Raut was crowned the first-ever I-POPSTAR, winning ₹7,00,000, while Rishabh Panchal was named runner-up with ₹3,00,000, both artists walking away with not just trophies, but a dedicated, countrywide fanbase.
Winner Rohit Raut reflected emotionally on his journey, 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. I want to thank my mentor, Parmish paaji, without whom this wouldn’t have been possible and to the fans who rooted for me and had faith in me. I would like to dedicate this award to each and every regional artist who wants to step out and showcase their talent and realize their dream. Lastly, I want to give a shoutout to to Amazon MX Player for giving independent musicians like me a platform to showcase our talent and reach millions of people.”
Proudly celebrating his mentee’s big win, Parmish Verma expressed, “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. And it makes me incredibly proud that the first-ever I-POPSTAR is from my team. Rohit has been truly incredible from day one, and 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.”
Looking back at the blockbuster season, King said, “I-POPSTAR has shown us what the future of Indian pop looks like, and it is powerful, fearless, and honest. 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.”
With its artist-first vision, emphasis on original tracks, and mentorship from some of India’s leading pop voices, I-POPSTAR has concluded its first season as a defining moment for independent music on mainstream streaming. By placing song-writing, individuality, and stage craft at the heart of the show, the series has opened the doors for a new generation of artists to step into the spotlight on their own terms. Taking collaborations to newer heights, Amazon MX Player joined hands with Warner Music and Spotify as music partners, setting the tone for a musical experience never seen before.
All episodes of I-POPSTAR are now streaming, for free, exclusively on Amazon MX Player and on mobile, Connected TVs, the Amazon shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, and Airtel Xtreme.
