The winner of Indian Idol 15 has been officially revealed. The widely popular singing reality show crowned its champion, and it is none other than Kolkata's Manasi Ghosh, with Shubhajit Chakraborty taking the first runner-up position.
This season, hosted by Aditya Narayan, featured Vishal Dadlani, Shreya Ghoshal, and Badshah as judges.
The official Instagram account of Sony TV announced the winner's name, stating, "After weeks of music, magic, and moments — Manasi didn’t just win a title, she won a million hearts."
Manasi captivated both the audience and judges with her powerful performances throughout the season, ultimately defeating Subhajit Chakraborty and Sneha Shankar to claim the prestigious trophy. In addition to the trophy, she also received a brand-new car and a cash prize of Rs 25 lakh.
In a touching moment on the show, Manasi’s parents joined her on stage for a special celebration, reminiscing about her childhood. They emotionally spoke about how Manasi had taken on financial responsibilities during difficult times, proudly saying, “She has promised to buy us many houses.”