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Indian Idol 2004

Status
Returning Series
First Aired
October 28, 2004
Last Aired
March 22, 2026
Format
16 seasons · 443 eps
Total Runtime
~553.8 hours (75 min/ep)
Highest Rated Episode
S15E23 "2025 Ka Superhit Start" (★ 10/10)
Network
Sony Entertainment Television
Where to Stream
Sony Liv, VI movies and tv
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★ TMDB users: 5.7/10 from 17 votes Reality 16 seasons · 443 eps Returning Series
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What is Indian Idol?

Indian Idol is a television series that is part of the Idol phenomenon. The series is an Indian version of the British show Pop Idol.

Type
TV series
Year
2004
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
443
Runtime
75 minutes
First aired
Oct 28, 2004
Last aired
Mar 22, 2026
Original language
HI
Origin
IN
Networks
Sony Entertainment Television
Genres
Reality
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 5.7/10 from 17 votes
Format
16 seasons · 443 episodes
Episode runtime
~75 minutes
Status
Returning Series
Network
Sony Entertainment Television
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Overview

Indian Idol is a television series that is part of the Idol phenomenon. The series is an Indian version of the British show Pop Idol. It has been airing on Sony Entertainment Television since 2004. The show is a singing reality competition where contestants compete to become the next singing sensation. Indian Idol is produced by Miditech Studios and its iconic producer-brothers, Niret Alva. The show features a panel of judges, including Anu Malik and Vishal Dadlani, and is hosted by Hussain Kuwajerwala and Mini Mathur. The series has aired for multiple seasons, with a total of 16 seasons available to stream. The show can be found on various streaming platforms, with episode guides and cast details available on websites such as MovieWise. Indian Idol is an Indian Hindi-language series that brings the entire country together to compete and find the next singing sensation.

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Should you watch it?

“This singing competition brings the international Pop Idol format to Indian television.”

Reasons to watch
  • showcases diverse vocal talent
  • engaging performance format
Keep in mind
  • predictable competition structure

Watch it if you enjoy televised singing competitions and discovering new musical talent.

The series is a standard musical competition suitable for general family viewing.

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Season 1 · 2 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →
Season 2 · 1 episodes Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →
Season 3 · 1 episodes Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →
Season 4 · 1 episodes Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →
Season 5 · 42 episodes Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →
Season 6 · 1 episodes Open the complete Season 6 guide & lore primer →
Season 7 · 30 episodes Open the complete Season 7 guide & lore primer →
Season 8 · 13 episodes Open the complete Season 8 guide & lore primer →
Season 10 · 50 episodes Open the complete Season 10 guide & lore primer →
Season 11 · 40 episodes Open the complete Season 11 guide & lore primer →
Season 12 · 75 episodes Open the complete Season 12 guide & lore primer →
Season 13 · 60 episodes Open the complete Season 13 guide & lore primer →
Season 14 · 43 episodes Open the complete Season 14 guide & lore primer →
Season 15 · 48 episodes Open the complete Season 15 guide & lore primer →
Season 16 · 82 episodes Open the complete Season 16 guide & lore primer →
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Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

It is the Indian adaptation of the international Pop Idol singing competition format.

What kind of show is this?

It is a competitive reality television series focused on vocal performance.

Who participates in the show?

The show features contestants competing in a singing competition.

Is this an original concept?

No, it is a version of the established Pop Idol format.

What is the goal of the contestants?

Contestants compete to showcase their singing abilities within the Pop Idol format.

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