‘Indian Idol’ Season 16 Grand Finale: Date, Time, Top 6 Contestants, Guest List and Streaming Details
Sony Entertainment Television’s Indian 'Idol Season 16' concludes its 'Yaadon Ki Playlist' journey with a grand finale airing on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 8:00 PM IST on SET and SonyLIV. The star-studded event features guest appearances from music icons, alongside judges Shreya Ghoshal and Badshah.
Sony Entertainment Television's flagship music reality show, Indian Idol, is set to conclude its 16th season with a star-studded grand finale. Centred on the theme "Yaadon Ki Playlist" (Playlist of Memories), the season brought months of performances to audiences across the country. Six contestants have emerged from the competition, each hoping to win the title, trophy, and national recognition. ‘Haq Se Zyada Pyaar Mila’: Vishal Dadlani QUITS ‘Indian Idol’ After Judging the Singing Show for 6 Seasons; Badshah, Aditya Narayan and Hazel Keech React.
‘Indian Idol 16’ Finale Date and Time
The grand finale of Indian Idol 16 will air on Sunday, July 26, 2026. The broadcast will premiere on Sony Entertainment Television and will be available for streaming online via SonyLIV. The extended season featured outdoor audition rounds across India alongside themed gala performances.
Watch the Grand Finale Promo of ‘Indian Idol’ Season 16
‘Indian Idol 16’ Finalists
Six contestants have advanced through the elimination rounds to compete in the grand finale: Anshika Chonkar, Jyotirmayee Nayak, Manraj Veer Singh, Myscmme Bosu, Suhail, Tanishk Shukla. Throughout the competition, the top six finalists presented a wide array of musical styles, ranging from traditional classical pieces to contemporary pop and film tracks. Altaf Raja Recreates 'Tum To Thehre Pardesi' Magic on Indian Idol, Leaves Fans Nostalgic.
The core panel for Season 16 brought back returning judges Shreya Ghoshal, Vishal Dadlani, and Badshah, alongside primary host Aditya Narayan. While Dadlani will miss the final episode due to prior commitments, he shared his best wishes with the Top 6 contestants for their upcoming musical careers. The finale event will feature guest appearances and performances from a lineup of industry figures, including Usha Uthup, Udit Narayan, Papon, Kumar Sanu, Shehnaaz Gill, and Urmila Matondkar.
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