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One of India’s Largest Digital-First Music Talent Searches to Discover its Winner

One voice to echo a nation: Winner to become the ‘Voice of the nation’ and ‘Voice of Bajaj’, co-creating Bajaj’s sonic identity with the legendary trio, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
From every corner of India to one stage – digitally: 60,000+ aspirants discovered through a digital-first platform that expands access, breaks geographic barriers, and unlocks opportunity
Bajaj Dhuniverse is rooted in Bajaj Finserv’s commitment to nurturing India’s aspirations: Enabling excellence that creates one star performer in every field – music being just one such field

Bajaj Finserv today announced the grand culmination of Bajaj Dhuniverse, its digital-first music talent platform, with the finale set for March 31, in Mumbai. The event will unveil the ‘Voice of the Nation’ in the presence of legendary composers Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy.

Over the past six months, Bajaj Dhuniverse has emerged as a credible, technology-led pathway for music discovery, enabling over 60,000 aspirants – from metros to deep geographies – to audition through audio and video submissions and be discovered by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. What stands out here is how digital platforms are now shaping India’s creative space. In recent years, online talent discovery has grown fast, with platforms like YouTube and Instagram helping unknown artists gain fame without stepping into big cities. This shift has made the music industry more open and less dependent on physical auditions.

The grand finale will feature live performances by ten finalists and one wild-card entrant – all shortlisted by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. The winner will be offered the opportunity to co-create Bajaj’s sonic identity with the trio and create an independent album with Zee Music Company. This kind of opportunity is rare. Industry experts often say that getting a first big break with an established label can change an artist’s life. Many successful singers in India have started their journey through such collaborations, which later helped them build strong careers in films and independent music.

“We owe it to the nation and our people to invest in creating platforms that harness potential and create new role models. We continue to invest in platforms across performing arts, sports, technology and culture, and Bajaj Dhuniverse is one of our long-term commitments. The response we have received in Year 1 gives us the tailwinds and the courage to make this even bigger and better in Year 2,” said Manav Mianwal, President – Digital Platforms. His statement reflects a larger trend where brands are no longer just selling products. Many companies today are investing in talent, storytelling and culture to connect with people in a deeper way.

Shankar Mahadevan said, “What stood out to me about Bajaj Dhuniverse was the intent to find and elevate musical talent from all corners of India. The digital-first approach has made participation genuinely inclusive, bringing forward exceptional voices that deserve to be heard.” His point highlights a real gap that existed for years. Earlier, many talented singers from smaller towns could not travel to big cities for auditions. Digital auditions have changed that completely.

Ehsaan Noorani added, “The range, depth and commitment we witnessed during evaluations were extraordinary. The quality of talent coming from across the country has been truly inspiring.” This also reflects how music education and exposure have improved in India. With online tutorials, affordable recording tools and easy access to global music, young artists today are more skilled than ever before.

Loy Mendonsa said, “India has always had immense musical talent. Bajaj Dhuniverse created a platform where musicians could step forward and be discovered. It has been a deeply rewarding experience, and I look forward to the finale.” His observation matches what many music experts believe. India has always had rich musical traditions, but now technology is helping bring those voices to a wider audience faster than before.

Bajaj Dhuniverse was launched as a nationwide music discovery initiative designed to identify, nurture and celebrate emerging talent. Built on a strong digital system, it offers a fair and transparent evaluation process, open to singers and musicians across age groups – without the limits of physical auditions. Similar digital talent hunts have seen success worldwide, especially after the pandemic when virtual participation became common. It has been shown that talent can be judged effectively even without large on-ground events.

Entries opened on November 7, 2025, and closed on January 8, 2026, receiving over 60,000 submissions – achieved without television promotion or loud campaigns. This itself is a strong signal of changing audience behaviour. Today’s youth spends more time on digital platforms than on television. Campaigns that work online often spread faster because of sharing, reels and short videos. Word of mouth in the digital world is now more powerful than traditional advertising.

A detailed and layered selection process narrowed entries to the top 100 contestants, who were mentored and assessed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy through a digital episodic format. Mentorship plays a key role in shaping artists. Many successful singers often credit their early mentors for guiding their style, confidence and performance skills. Learning directly from experienced composers gives these contestants a strong base for future growth.

The finalists and a wild-card entrant will perform live at an on-ground event in Mumbai on March 31, with the event being streamed nationwide. The winner, selected by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, will:
Record an independent album with Zee Music Company
Collaborate with Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy on a Spotify release
Co-create the Bajaj Anthem as the Season 1 ‘Voice of Bajaj’

This final stage brings together both worlds, digital and physical. While discovery happened online, the final performance will be live, giving artists a real stage experience. It also shows how the future of entertainment is likely to stay hybrid, where online reach and live performance go hand in hand.