Manasi Ghosh has emerged as the winner of Indian Idol Season 15, winning hearts across the nation with her soulful voice and powerful performances. She beat fellow finalists Subhajit Chakraborty and Sneha Shankar in a spectacular grand finale to lift the coveted trophy and bag ₹25 lakh in prize money.
A Dream Come True for Manasi Ghosh
The moment was filled with emotions and joy as Sony TV shared the official announcement on X (formerly Twitter), stating:
After weeks of music, magic, and moments — Manasi didn’t just win a title, she won a million hearts ❤@shreyaghoshal @Its_Badshah@VishalDadlani @fremantle_india#SonyTV #IndianIdol15 pic.twitter.com/H4i4QkPCJe
— sonytv (@SonyTV) April 6, 2025
“After weeks of music, magic, and moments — Manasi didn’t just win a title, she won a million hearts 🖤”
Manasi, who earlier secured the second spot in Super Singer Season 3, was overwhelmed by her win. Speaking to the Indian Express, she said:
“My family was here for the finale. They were crying and cheering. I was blank, not knowing initially how to react. But all of us are really happy. Life has changed in a good way. It’s a national platform, so I got a lot of love and blessings from all over.”
What Will She Do With the Prize Money?
On being asked about her plans for the prize money, the talented singer shared:
“I want to use some amount from the prize money on my independent music and the car I will use.”
Manasi also emphasized her desire to invest in her musical journey, hinting at new independent projects in the near future.
A Daughter Promise
A touching moment during the show saw Manasi’s parents join her on stage, sharing emotional memories from her childhood. They recalled the financial hardships the family faced and how Manasi stepped up with responsibility at a young age.
“She has promised to buy us many houses,” they proudly said, their eyes gleaming with tears of joy.
Indian Idol 15: A Star-Studded Season
Hosted by Aditya Narayan, Indian Idol 15 featured an incredible judging panel comprising Shreya Ghoshal, Vishal Dadlani, and Badshah. The grand finale also saw appearances from Shilpa Shetty, Raveena Tandon, and Mika Singh, making it a night to remember.
Meanwhile, finalist Sneha Shankar also made headlines for securing a music contract with T-Series, further proving that this season was a launchpad for multiple future stars.
Quick Recap:
| Winner | Manasi Ghosh |
|---|---|
| Runner-Ups | Subhajit Chakraborty, Sneha Shankar |
| Prize Money | ₹25 lakh |
| Host | Aditya Narayan |
| Judges | Shreya Ghoshal, Vishal Dadlani, Badshah |
| Finale Guests | Shilpa Shetty, Raveena Tandon, Mika Singh |
