"Confirmed Judges for 'Pakistan Idol': Fawad Khan, Zeb Bangash, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Bilal Maqsood"
In an exciting development for Pakistan's creative and entertainment industries, MHL Global, a leading media and entertainment company in the country, has announced the revival of Pakistan Idol, more than a decade after the original run ended. This significant step forward promises to spotlight and elevate Pakistan's musical talent on a global stage.
The new season of Pakistan Idol will be produced under license from Fremantle, a global leader in the Idol franchise, and will feature a celebrity judging panel including Fawad Khan, Zeb Bangash, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, and Bilal Maqsood.
This multi-channel strategy aims to maximize accessibility and reach, connecting millions of viewers across regions, languages, and platforms. For the first time in the global Idol franchise, Pakistan Idol will be aired concurrently on five major television networks across the country.
The show, which will be decided by audience votes, is committed to showcasing a wide spectrum of musical talent from across Pakistan's diverse cultural and regional backgrounds. Contestants on Pakistan Idol will receive world-class mentorship and perform on national television.
Online auditions for the new season of Pakistan Idol have already started on the official platform Begin. On-ground auditions in major cities and remote regions will commence later in the month.
While the exact premiere date of the 2025 revival has not yet been announced, nor have detailed broadcast schedules or audition dates been publicly released, those looking for specific information about audition schedules or platform details should expect such information to be announced closer to the actual launch date.
The original Pakistan Idol premiered on Geo Entertainment in December 2013 and concluded in April 2014. The revival of this popular music competition format represents a cultural movement, aiming to bring back the excitement and discovery of untapped talent that Pakistan Idol was known for.
Zoya Merchant, Director of MHL Global, expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership with Fremantle, stating, "This partnership is a significant step forward for Pakistan's creative and entertainment industries. We are thrilled to be bringing the new season of Pakistan Idol to local audiences, and we look forward to discovering and nurturing the next generation of Pakistan's musical talent."
Stay tuned for more updates on Pakistan Idol's 2025 revival.
The 2025 revival of Pakistan Idol, aiming to showcase a diverse range of musical talent, will be produced under the guidance of Fremantle and feature a celebrity judging panel. This upcoming season will be accessible to millions of viewers across multiple TV networks in Pakistan, including online platforms and on-ground auditions in various cities and remote regions.
