'[V] Mobile Singer' on Channel [V] with Bappi-Da

Televisionpoint.com Team
Channel [V] further to milk its TRP's is riding high on the concept of reality talent hunt shows. The channel is launching '[V] Mobile Singer', for which phone lines for participation are open from October 7. The Godfather of Disco, the one and only composer and singer Bappi Lahiri will lead the quest.

Singers will get the opportunity to participate from the comfort of their homes, they need to dial 1905-425-7827 for registration and sing any one of their favorite Bappi-Da songs as part of the initial audition phase. From the entire pool of entries received, the best will be shortlisted.

The finalists will be flown down to Mumbai to spend some quality time with Bappi-Da, and learning the tricks of the trade before the winner is finally declared. The winner of [V] Mobile Singer will get an opportunity to star in his/her own 'disco' video along with Bappi-Da.

Amar K Deb, Head Honcho, Channel [v], says, "[V] Mobile Singer is a unique concept and is all set to set fire to the conventional talent hunt formats. The restriction of auditioning limited number of aspirants faced by jury members earlier will be eased. [V] have successfully erased all geographical boundaries… nothing can now deter the truly talented from getting their fair chance!! And to be able to do this with the legend called 'Bappi Lahiri'… it really can't get bigger than this."

Adds Bappi, "I'm honored with the responsibility of finding new talent. Channel [V]'s impressive track record of discovering and promoting new talent is one of the key reasons why I agreed to be the jury for [V] Mobile Singer. I am really looking forward to this experience as it will also give me the opportunity to connect with my fans from across the country."