Simon Fuller
Director
Indian Idol (2004)
Season 16
The Indian version of the Pop Idol format.
Released Oct. 28, 2004
Episode 75 min
None+
Genres: Music, Reality, Reality TV
Keywords: mdblist.bollywood, tmdb.singing-competition, imdb.indian-singing-reality-show, imdb.singing, imdb.talent-game-show, imdb.competition-reality-tv, imdb.dance-competition + 2 more, imdb.music-competition, imdb.idol-franchise
Production Companies: Fremantle Media International, Miditech
Network: Sony Entertainment Television
S16E1 - Yaadon Ki Playlist
India's biggest singing reality show kicks off its audition rounds as judges Vishal, Shreya, and Badshah take their seats alongside a brand new host. Who will win their hearts and move ahead?
Oct. 18, 2025, midnight
S16E2 - Naya Season, Nayi Kahaniyan
The audition round continues and it brings in fresh voices and a whole lot of excitement as judges Vishal, Shreya and Badshah scour for the most talented of the talented singers for this season of Indian Idol. Who will make it to the next round?
Oct. 19, 2025, midnight
S16E3 - Day 3 Of Auditions
The auditions continue with incredible singers arriving from all across the country and surprising the judges with their talent. Some make it through to the next round while others return home with memories and new hopes for the future.
Oct. 25, 2025, midnight
S16E4 - Day 4 Of Auditions
Talented singers from all across the country arrive to audition as day four of the audition round for this season continues. Which singers will move on to the next round?
Oct. 26, 2025, midnight
S16E5 - Theatre Round - Day 1
The contestants take the stage for the theatre round as Indian Idol reveals its top 15. Who will move forward in the competition?
Nov. 1, 2025, midnight
S16E6 - Theatre Round - Day 2
The theatre round continues as the contestants vie to make their place in the top 15 of this season. Which singers will succeed in securing their spot?
Nov. 2, 2025, midnight
S16E7 - Premiere Party - Part 1
Indian Idol gears up for the grand premiere of Season 16 as stars like Urmila Matondkar, Hansraj Hans, Sukhwinder Singh, Kavita Krishnamurthy, and Jaspinder Narula grace the stage with their presence. Who will shine the brightest tonight?
Nov. 8, 2025, midnight
S16E8 - Premiere Party - Part 2
The Premiere Party continues as the talented contestants impress the judges and the guests with their striking performances. Which contestant will steal the spotlight tonight?
Nov. 9, 2025, midnight
S16E9 - Gustaakh Ishq Special
Vijay Varma, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Manish Malhotra grace the evening as special guests, joining the contestants for a memorable musical night.
Nov. 15, 2025, midnight
S16E10 - Rock On With Farhan
Farhan Akhtar arrives on the show, bringing in his charisma and musical energy. Soon after, Zoya Akhtar, Honey Irani, and many other special guests join in, as the contestants deliver back-to-back, mesmerising performances.
Nov. 16, 2025, midnight
S16E11 - Badshah's Birthday Celebrations
Badshah's birthday turns into a full-on festive affair as the contestants shower him with love, while Raveena Tandon elevates the celebration with her star presence.
Nov. 22, 2025, midnight
S16E12 - Heroine No 1
The ever-charismatic Karisma Kapoor joins the judges as the contestants deliver back-to-back mesmerising performances. Who will get eliminated tonight?
Nov. 23, 2025, midnight
S16E13 - Bas Itna Sa Khwaab Hain
Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya lights up the Idol stage and motivates the contestants. Who will shine tonight?
Nov. 29, 2025, midnight
S16E14 - Swag Vs Sanskaari
Celebrities Bhagyashree and Ayesha Jhulka grace the show with their presence as the contestants are divided into teams of two. Which contestant will shine the brightest?
Nov. 30, 2025, midnight
S16E15 - Celebrating Evergreen Dharmendra Ji
Jeetendra graces the Indian Idol stage with charm and grace as he pays a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Dharmendra Ji and his glorious career.
Dec. 6, 2025, midnight
S16E16 - Legendary Comedian Kapil Sharma
The legendary comedian and actor, Kapil Sharma, arrives on the show, as the contestants fight to stay in the competition. The tension rises as the season's second elimination is set to take place at the end of the episode.
Dec. 7, 2025, midnight
S16E17 - Superhit Duets Special
Iconic playback singers Kavita Krishnamurthy and Udit Narayan join the contestants for a memorable night, reminiscing some timeless superhit duets.
Dec. 13, 2025, midnight
S16E18 - Superhit Duets Special - Part 2
The contestants deliver back-to-back melodious performances, witnessed by iconic playback singers Kavita Krishnamurthy and Udit Narayan, who join the judges for a night full of foot-tapping music.
Dec. 14, 2025, midnight
S16E19 - Celebrating The Lady Dons
The Indian Idol stage lights up with the presence of Zeenat Aman and Helen, celebrating the fearless Lady Dons of Bollywood.
Dec. 20, 2025, midnight
S16E20 - Celebrating The Lady Dons - Part 2
Zeenat Aman and Helen light up the stage, honouring a cinematic legacy that continues to inspire.
Dec. 21, 2025, midnight
S16E21 - An Evening Of Melody
Madhubanti Bagchi graces the show and motivates the contestants, joined by Daler Mehndi and Manoj Tiwari. Who will shine tonight?
Dec. 27, 2025, midnight
S16E22 - An Unforgettable Night Of Music
On the last Sunday of the year, the contestants deliver back-to-back mesmerising performances in the presence of Madhubanti Bagchi, Daler Mehndi, and Manoj Tiwari.
Dec. 28, 2025, midnight
S16E23 - Episode 23
None
Jan. 3, 2026, midnight
S16E24 - Episode 24
None
Jan. 4, 2026, midnight
S16E25 - Episode 25
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Jan. 10, 2026, midnight
S16E26 - Episode 26
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Jan. 11, 2026, midnight
Network: Sony Entertainment Television
Episode Runtime: 75 min.
Season Runtime: 31074 min.
Released: Oct. 28, 2004
Last Air Date: Jan. 4, 2026, midnight
Next Air Date: Jan. 10, 2026, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: U
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