Indian Idol Season 16: Is Udit Narayan Fourth Judge On New Season? Full Judge Panel CONFIRMED

Indian Idol season 16: Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, tighten up your seat belts as Sony Entertainment Television is all set to take you on a musical ride. The leading GEC is all set for the launch the new season of Indian Idol this weekend, promising blockbuster entertainment for the audience.

INDIAN IDOL 16 JUDGES NAME: WILL UDIT NARAYAN JOIN INDIAN IDOL SEASON 16?

A reliable industry source exclusively told Filmibeat Chief Copy Editor Abhishek Ranjit, "Sony Entertainment Television is back with Indian Idol 16, where the channel has taken things a notch higher, ensuring that the spotlight remains on the show. From retaining the judges panel to introducing auditions in new cities, the makers have left no stone unturned to make Indian Idol 2025 a memorable affair. The channel is heavily banking on Indian Idol 16 to spice up the viewership in the weekend slot as it is replacing Super Dancer Chapter 5 with the singing reality show."

Speculations are rife that Udit Narayan might judge Indian Idol 16. While the talented singer judged Indian Idol Season 3 in 2007, rumour mills suggest that he has been almost confirmed for the new installment of the show.

A source close to the development said in a statement released by the channel's team to Filmibeat, "If things go as planned, Udit Narayan will be seen on the judges' panel in Indian Idol 16. If he signs the dotted lines for the show, he will make his return to the non-fiction space after a long time. The theme of Indian Idol season 16 is "Yaadon Ki Playlist", and Udit Narayan's presence is expected to evoke nostalgia among the audience. Guess what? The singer recently visited the set, and was spotted shooting along with the trio of Shreya Ghoshal, Vishal Dadlani, and Badshah. Conversations are currently underway between Narayan and the production team."

Udit is the voice of iconic songs like Jaadu Teri Nazar, Pehla Nasha, Ek Dilruba Hai, and Ruk Ja O Dil Deewane, to name a few. He made several guest appearances on Indian Idol 12 and even shared the stage with contestant Chaitanya during Indian Idol 15.

INDIAN IDOL 18 FIRST EPISODE PREMIERE DATE, TIMINGS

Indian Idol Season 16 will premiere on Sony Entertainment Television from October 18, 8:00 PM. In case you're unable to watch the show on TV, you can stream the opening episode online. Indian Idol 16 is available for streaming on SonyLIV.