Aastha Gill Spotlights India’s Indie Shift As I-POPSTAR Reshapes How Original Music Hits The Stage

Amazon MX Player, Amazon's free video streaming service, is currently making waves with I-POPSTAR, by becoming a real discovery zone for independent musicians. The show is packed with fresh voices, original tracks, and a lineup of mentors who know exactly how to push an artist forward. Mentored by Aastha Gill, King, Aditya Rikhari, and Parmish Verma, steer the contestants through every round, shaping a sound that feels bold, young, and unmistakably homegrown.

Speaking about the show's concept, Aastha Gill said, "I feel like the entire country is watching a shift happen in real time. Seeing original music take center stage on a reality show, with artists writing, composing, and performing their own songs - that's huge. For me, it's been a reminder to keep learning. I'm surrounded by so much talent that it pushes me to keep evolving. No matter how much you have done, music keeps opening new doors, and there is always scope for learning. There's no finish line; you just keep moving."

She further shared a message for the emerging artists, "When things get intense, it is essential to stick to your truth. A lot of people will tell you what to do and how to do it. But if you stay rooted and stay authentic, that's what sets you apart. That's what actually makes you shine bright."