Champawat-born musician cum singer Pawandeep Rajan has bagged the trophy of Indian Idol 12 after the longest running season of the singing reality show concluded on Sunday 15th August. He shared that the villagers, who he called his family, wanted him to move out, relocate to Mumbai and become more mainstream. He also said that he is rooted in the place and feels humbled in the lap of nature, adding that the serenity of the mountains inspires his music.
As Pawandeep won Indian Idol season 12, we asked him if he is finally making his professional move to the City of Dreams. He responded positively, saying, “Now that people know me better, if I release a song, it will have more reach. The platform of Indian Idol has been like a bridge for my dreams. I have learnt a lot from the musicians and by performing in front of the judges and guests. 100 percent, I’ll be staying in Mumbai.”
Pawandeep won a golden trophy of Indian Idol 12 and a cash prize of Rs 25 lakhs from Sony Entertainment and a Swift Car from Maruti Suzuki.
Arunita Kanjilal remained number two and Sayali Kamble remained number three in the competition.
