Rising Star Season 1, Episode 8: Make way for Govinda!

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Rising Star: Season Premiere

With phenomenal singing talent pooling in from all across the nation, the stage is set for a battle of epic proportions.Thisis the only reality show where the audience can vote LIVE for their favourites and instantly get them to shoot up the ladder of success. So have you picked your Rising Star yet? Watch the season premiere now.

108 min

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Gayatri and Shruti's magical spell

The sisters, Gayatri and Shruti are sure to go a long way with their mesmerising voices. Winning hearts all the way, watch what their mentors have to say! Also do not miss the magical vocals of Shankar Mahadevan and Diljith Dosanjh. The excitement has just begun. Stay tuned!

104 min

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Double Dhamaal in Rising Star

Abhipsa and Ayesha's version of Shankar Mahadevan's Breathless and Das Vegas' Mayya Mayya sets the standard really high for the show. Maithili Thakur mesmerises the audience and the mentors with her song Bhor Bhaye. Kumar Sujoy's unique version of the song Main Solah Baras ki adds more glitter to the evening. Chakor and Suraj of Udaan Sapnon Ki fame come in to encourage the contestants. Don't miss out this epic episode and tune in to find who else made to the mentor's list.

101 min

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Rising Star Kids Special

Tiny tots from all over the country bring their golden voices on to the Rising Star stage in this Kids Special episode. Anmol Sharma and Loveleen Kaur strike a chord with their Punjabi swag. Nikita Boro gives it her best shot with the song Sawaar Loon and even shares the stage with Monali Thakur. While Nitin Nayak impresses Shankar Mahadevan and bags a free scholarship, Peehu Srivastava gives the hosts a run for their money. Watch to see which of these small wonders manage to make the cut.

84 min

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Another Rockstar from Dosanjh!

Bannet Dosanjh's dream comes true as he gets to rock out in front of his idol Diljit. But will he be able to impress the voting audience? A bunch of talented singers like Shreyasi Bhattacharya and Piyush Panwar woo the hearts of the mentors with their impeccable performances. Also featuring a few unique brilliant ensembles, Rising Star gets even more interesting as each contestant hopes for the voting bar to fill up. Tune in to see who makes the cut and who goes home.

94 min

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The stars in the making

From north to south and from east to west, Rising Stars have marked its presence everywhere. From the borders of India- Tibet border to the main stage of Rising Star, soldier Vikram Jeet Singh starts the show with a bang. Raagdeep- a beatbox group follows in with a similar heavyweight performance. Ritesh,Dipsikha and the Humsufi band step up the ante by their rocking performances. Tune in to check out a must watch episode with mesmerising performances.

86 min

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When the benchmark is raised!

The auditions just got a lot more tougher as the contestants are now required to garner a minimum of 90% votes to qualify. Small wonder Deblina Nath from Kolkata manages to do complete justice to it, but the rest aren't so lucky. Contestants like Jidnesh Vaze and Kausik Kar bring out their A-game and manage to impress the mentors. But will it be enough to bag the required amount of votes and nail the auditions? Tune in to find out!

97 min

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Make way for Govinda!

The evergreen Govinda is here to rock the show! The search for India's brightest singing talents ends today as its the last day of auditions. Rakshita starts the show with a bang with her rendition of Dil Mera Muft Ka and gets a whopping 94% votes. Dharmendra, Shayani and Vikram Labadiya and group follow in with similar rocking performances.

101 min

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Duels Ki Takkar with Anushka!

Watch Anushka Sharma set the stage on fire and promote her upcoming film, Phillauri. It is Duels ki Takkar this weekend where a contestant has to beat the percentage of votes that the previous contestant has set in order to go to the next round. While Piyush Panwar's performance of 'Tadap Tadap Ke' gets him 52% votes, Ameya Date gets a staggering 92% vote for his amazing rendition of Tum Hi Ho. Stay tuned as the duels continue between the other talented contestants!

93 min

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Kolaveri Di with a Punjabi twist!

The war of vocals gets more intense as Duels Ki Takkar continues with more Rising Stars going head to head for their spot in the top 16! Do not miss Diljit's unique Punjabi twist to the viral hit song Kolaveri Di. Contestants realise the harsh reality that even getting 90% votes is not enough when their rival's game is strong. Tune in to find out who will advance and whose Rising Stars dreams will be squashed!

103 min

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Duels Ki Takkar reaches closure!

It's the final week of Duels Ki Takkar and the competition for the Top 16 spot intensifies. Rubina Dilaik of Shakti fame connects with a voter playing the role of the fourth judge. Deblina Nath sets the bar high with 90% votes for her performance, only to be topped by Ankita Kundu who bags 92% votes. Will Maithili Thakur beat Sayani Pandit or will it be the other way round? There is a surprise in store for them by none other than Shankar Mahadevan. What is it? Watch to find out!

86 min

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Holi Special with Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt!

Holi gets all the more colourful as Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt come to promote their new movie, Badrinath Ki Dulhania. As the Duels Ki Takkar comes to an end, Ankita Sachdev gives a mind-blowing performance and bags 93% votes thereby winning over her competitor Sheuli Samaddar. Do not miss Alia Bhatt's rendition of Humsafar that takes everyone by storm. Tune in now to witness the remaining contestants battle it out to be in the Top 16!

91 min

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Top 16 ready for the face-off!

Powerful voices, notable singers and one rocking band! The Top 16 finalists are ready and raring to go. Once again, Ameya Date casts a spell with his magical rendition of the song 'Kill Dil' that wins him 89% votes. Maithili scores 92% votes for her version of the song 'Albela Sajan' and tops the chart. Watch Rakshita get emotional as she hits the Red zone. Will Nitin's performance lead to Rakshita's elimination? Watch to find out!

85 min

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Battle among the Top 16 gets more intense.

It is definitely the survival of the fittest, as the battle among the top 16 contestants continues. While Afsana's performance of Ghani Bawri helps her garner 92% votes, Vikram's powerful vocals manage to beat her mark as he garners a staggering 93% vote for his rendition of Saiyyan. The competition intensifies when Diljot Qawwali group's rendition of Baawre/Aaya Tere Dar Pe and Jidnesh Vaze's performance of Jhingat enter into a tie with an equal 88% votes. Who will make it through?

92 min

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Battle of the Duets!

The contest is heating up. This time the competition gets real tough as there is a risk of a duet couple getting eliminated together. Although Afsana and Bannet's performance of Ainvayi Ainvayi receive an impressive 89% vote, Ameya and Maithili's performance of Badal Ghumad receives 94% vote and a standing ovation. Now with the bar set extremely high, how will the upcoming duet performances be? Watch to find out!

77 min

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Vikram Jeet and Ankita raise the bar!

As the Duets Challenge rages on, Vikram Jeet and Ankita's performance of O Haseena Zulfowali sets the bar incredibly high. They receive a staggering 96% vote. Now the next duets have an uphill climb. Will they be able to match up to that score? Ankita Kundu and Diljot Qawwali Group's performance of Kajra Re and Jhoom Barabar Jhoom receives 93% vote. Nitin and Chelsi are up next. Will they make it? Tune in to find out!

75 min

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Rising Star 1st April 2017

Get ready to witness a competition like never before! The contestants have to sing to the beats of the one and only DJ Chetas! Yes, you heard it right! Diljot Qawwali Group's performance of Afgan Jalebi/ Dhadhang Dhang gets 87% votes. While Afsana's performance of Banno fails to touch the desired mark by just 2%, Ameya's rendition of Kabhi Jo Badal Barse manages to gather 87% votes. With another elimination around the corner, whose journey will be cut short tonight?

115 min

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A Musical Tribute to loved ones

Our loved ones mean the world to us. It is time to pay them a tribute. The singers are all charged up with their emotional performances tonight. While Ameya's dedication to his mother with the song Maa garners him a well deserved 93% votes, Vikram Jeet's triumphant rendition of Chak De India dedicated to his comrades receives 91% votes. Do not miss Afsana sing Lambi Judai for her father. Will she be able to garner enough votes?

113 min

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'Rap' it just like Sonakshi Sinha!

The Dabangg girl and rap enthusiast, Sonakshi Sinha makes her presence felt on the Rising Star Stage as she promotes her upcoming film, Noor. Today's cross-cultural theme sees Bannet superseding everyone with the highest votes of 92% for his performance on Niti Khair Manga. While Ameya and Vikram Jeet's performances are hailed, Diljot Qawwali Group and Afsana Khan face the threat of elimination. Do not miss Sonakshi's cool rap duet with Bannet. A must watch!

104 min

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Retro-night with Begum Jaan Vidya Balan!

Vidya Balan is here for 3 reasons; entertainment, entertainment and entertainment! Present here to promote her upcoming movie Begum Jaan, Vidya simply steals the show. It is time to get nostalgic as the Top 7 contestants sing a few classic songs in their own style. Bannet's performance of Yaad Aa Raha Hai Tera Pyaar gets a well deserved 88% vote, but he faces a tie with Maithili for her performance of Shaan Se. Who out of them will make it to the semi-finals and what will be the fate of the rest

95 min

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Vikram Jeet continues his dream run

The Grand Finale is near and the pressure to perform is at an all-time high. Bannet's brilliant performance gets him a staggering 84% votes. But it's Vikram Jeet who steals the show with his rendition of Layi Vi Na Gayi that gets him 89% votes and makes him the first contender for the Ticket to Finale duel. Ankita and Maithili's jugalbandi is a bliss to watch. Ameya lands on the red seat after his unexpected shaky performance. Will this be Ameya's last performance on stage?

88 min

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Ticket to Finale up for grab!

After an flawless rendition and surpassing the likes of Bannet and Ankita, Maithili is all set to lock horns against Vikram Jeet in the Ticket to Finale round. Who will win the highly coveted spot in the final? Despite being ill, Nikita gives a courageous performance on Zoobi Doobi but heads to the red seat due to low votes. As elimination draws closer, will her bad luck turn worse? And do not miss, Bharti Singh's humour is exactly what you need to lighten this tense atmosphere.Tune in!

91 min

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Contestants sing with the stars!

Established voices from the industry share the stage with the contestants as the finale draws closer. Bannet and Master Saleem's powerful combo is praised as out of the world and is enough to seal Bannet's spot in the finale. Ankita's pairing with the hit machine Neha Bhasin, and Vikram Jeet's performance with the versatile Akriti Kakar creates waves! But it all comes down to the final face-off between the two. Who will be the lucky one? And don't miss Maithili's rendition with Jubin Nautiyal!

93 min

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Who will be the nation's first Rising Star?

It's the grand finale and the public gets one last chance to choose the nation's first Rising Star. Actor Anil Kapoor is here as a guest judge and to promote the DVD release of the second season of 24. It's a cutthroat competition between the three talented finalists. Ankita makes a comeback with her performance of Kahin Aag Lage and receives 69% votes. With Maithili and Bannet's performances up next, who will be this season's champion? Tune in to find out!

117 min