Shankar Mahadevan and Neeti Mohan at the Launch of 3rd Season of 'Rising Star' | Diljit Dosanjh

Posted On: 17 March 2019

The latest season of Colours' LIVE singing reality show Rising Star reiterates the age-old truth that artistes' stardom lies in the support of their audience and enriching their voting experience will be the VOOT App. The show will be judged by music maestro Shankar Mahadevan and the singing sensation Diljit Dosanjh. Joining them in this journey this season will be the singing diva Neeti Mohan who will join the panel of experts and singer-actor Aditya Narayan as the host of this season. Produced by Optimystix Pvt Ltd, Rising Star premiers on 16thMarch 2019 and will air every Saturday and Sunday at 9:00 p.m. only on COLORS. Contestants from all age groups, are set to serenade viewers with their musical gifts and remind them that age, caste, gender is never a barrier to showcase talent. From a 'Khandaani'Qawwali singer, to a desiBand and a young girl fighting against the time curfew on women; contestants from all over India will use the power of their singing talents. Music Maestro, Shankar Mahadevan who is returning for the 3rd season of the show, said, "I have been mesmerised by the talent on Rising Star in the past seasons and I am sure this year too we will witness some exceptional talent. For me, the focus remains on the nuances that one needs to work on to get the pulse of the song right. Also, it's important that whichever song they choose, communicates the emotion well. I believe, contestants should also treat this as a platform to enhance their skills." Adding further, acclaimed singer Diljit Dosanjh, said, "The talent we witness on Rising Star has always been inspiring. It is indeed a delight to meet these extraordinary contestants from all walks to life and watch them touch lives through music. In the past two years, I've witnessed multiple artists get their due limelight and I am sure the line-up this year is equally promising. Neeti Mohan, who is joining on the panel of Rising Star said, "I have loved the format of the show from the first season. The live voting process that lifts the wall between the contestants and the audience is quite exciting as it happens real time. I feel every deserving talent should be encouraged and that's what my role would be on the show. This is my first live reality show and I can't wait for this journey to begin". Actor-Singer Aditya Narayan who will take over the reins as the host this season said,"I have hosted a fair share of reality shows but never have I been associated with a show with such a concept of live voting. It is such a privilege to work on this property and meet contestants with such unique stories and outstanding talent."