Jyotirmayee Nayak wins Indian Idol 16, takes Rs 20 lakh prize money along with the trophy

After weeks of soulful performances, the journey of Indian Idol Season 16 has come to an end with its grand finale event. Jyotirmayee Nayak emerged as the winner of this season. She lifted the coveted trophy along with a cash prize of Rs 20 lakh

After the Spotlight Round, Myscmme Bosu was eliminated from the finale race. The Top 5 finalists included Anshika Chonkar, Jyotirmayee Nayak, Manraj Veer Singh, Suhail Sufi and Tanishk Shukla. However, Anshika Chonkar and Suhail Sufi could not secure enough votes and were eliminated from the competition. They received a cash prize of Rs 3 lakh each from Sony Television.

The grand finale of the singing reality show witnessed a spectacular celebration with performances by



the top finalists, judges and special guests. The top six contestants, including Anshika Chonkar, Jyotirmayee Nayak, Manraj Veer Singh, Myscmme Bosu (Mismi Bose), Suhail Sufi and Tanishk Shukla, competed for the title.

The winner was announced after a series of memorable performances, where contestants showcased their vocal talent one last time on the grand finale stage. Jyotirmayee Nayak impressed the judges and audience throughout the season with their powerful performances and musical journey.

Hosted by Aditya Narayan, Indian Idol 16 premiered in October 2025 with the theme 'Yaadon Ki Playlist'. The season showcased talented singers from across the country, who competed week after week to win the prestigious title.