In a spectacular culmination of talent and emotion, Manpreet Singh from Bathinda has been crowned the winner of ‘Voice of Punjab Chhota Champ 10’. The young singer took home the coveted trophy and a cash prize of Rs. 3 Lakh, celebrating his journey from contestant to champion.
The grand finale, aired on PTC Punjabi on the evening of August 31, marked the end of seven weeks of intense competition that captivated viewers across Punjab. As the region’s most anticipated singing reality competition, the show delivered an electrifying finale featuring memorable performances, the channel said in a press statement.
Nekpreet Singh from Taran Taran was honored as the first runner-up, earning a cash prize of Rs. 2 Lakh, while GurMehak Kaur from Ludhiana secured the second runner-up position with a prize of Rs. 1 Lakh.
The season’s judging panel boasted prominent names from the Punjabi music industry, with acclaimed singer Jyoti Nooran headlining the grand finale. Throughout the competition, participants were evaluated by a distinguished panel that included singer Aalap Sikander, music director Gurmeet Singh, renowned singer Kaptaan Laddi, and singer-actor Sweetaj Brar. Their guidance helped contestants navigate through rigorous performances leading to the final event.
The contestants benefited from the mentorship of Vivek Mahajan, a celebrated singer and music composer, who played a crucial role in honing their musical skills.
The show’s 36 episodes featured appearances by celebrated Punjabi artists such as Amar Noorie, Bir Singh, Mannat Noor, Feroz Khan, G Khan, Happy Raikoti, Shipra Goyal, and Roshan Prince, who inspired and encouraged the young talents.
Rabindra Narayan, Managing Director and President of PTC Network, expressed his satisfaction with the season’s conclusion: “Another great season and another great set of winners. True to the spirit of providing a platform for Punjab’s real talent, this season’s winner is a testament to overcoming challenges. We look forward to seeing these finalists shine as future stars of Punjabi music.”
The finale was further enhanced by performances from celebrated artists including Shipra Goyal, Aalap Sikander, Kaptan Laadi, Deep Bajwa, and Sweetaj Brar, keeping the audience thoroughly entertained.
This year’s auditions saw a massive turnout, with 20 talented contestants making it to the final rounds. The introduction of a new format and fresh content tailored to audience preferences contributed to making this season one of the most exciting yet.