Pakistan Idol has only been around for a few weeks and it has already won over social media with the way it extends beyond just a mere singing contest, but a well needed platform that spotlights on the diverse and talented people of Pakistan. Social media users have praised the show for reviving Pakistan’s artistic landscape and setting the point that why we need more cultural initiatives across the country where ordinary people have the opportunity to display their talent.
The show airs on every Saturday and Sunday at 8 pm on Tapmad.
The show’s four judges — Fawad Khan, Zeb Bangash, Bilal Maqsood, and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan — have been praised not only for their expertise but also for their genuine support and encouragement of emerging talent. A clip from yesterday’s episode is going viral where Bilal Maqsood shed a few tears after being moved by a man’s performance.
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Several users have praised the way the show has platformed people from unique cultures, and different paths that have brought them to this stage. One of the contestants was Vishal, a singer from Sukkur, came from a Hindu family and had learned to sing before he could even talk!
Another beautiful clip from the show featured a 15 year old girl from Rawalpindi, who had blown the judges away with her mesmerising voice.
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A user wrote: “Where were all these amazing voices hidden. Only good thing coming out of Pakistani entertainment industry is this platform👏. What an amazing panel of judges. Kudos to the brain behind it.”
Social media user have shared clips from the ongoing auditions, and praised Pakistan Idol for going beyond singing, and proving that the country was full of amazing talent that deserved more opportunities to display their potential.
So happy to see Pakistan Idol happening again. People across Pakistan are so talented and gifted. Khaas tor per Sindh aur Balochistan mein music ka aur hi scene hai ❤️ pic.twitter.com/A7YBFulZKr
— Jasir Shahbaz (@LahoreMarquez) October 8, 2025
“Pakistan idol is SUCH a good move our country has SO MUCH potential and the strength of the singers in the auditions shows it,” another user wrote.
pakistan idol is SUCH a good move our country has SO MUCH potential and the strength of the singers in the auditions shows it
— duaa 🇵🇸 (@saltedpraline) October 11, 2025
Another user pointed out that through shows like Pakistan Idol, we can see that despite the limited creative facilities available the country has still produced people who are incredibly talented than other countries.
I accidentally came across audition reels from Pakistan Idol this year, and Holy Cow! Every contestant is singing like they were born for the stage, singing the raw Pakistani songs and ghazals in regional languages. I am blown away.
I have always established a viewpoint that we…
— Bushra Rehman (@bee_asks) October 11, 2025
In recent years, Pakistan has witnessed a noticeable decline in spaces dedicated to the arts and creative expression — particularly those that once gave local talent a platform to showcase their skills and pursue their big break.
In this context, initiatives like Pakistan Idol, which travels to remote cities and features a panel of renowned judges, play an important role in revitalizing the country’s artistic landscape. We hope that efforts like these will inspire more opportunities for creative expression and help nurture the immense talent that exists across Pakistan.
Some insanely beautiful, totally underrated Pakistani melodies by Pakistan Idol contestants that our generation seriously needs to hear! And honestly, Tufail Niazi sahib was one of the most iconic singer-songwriter-composers Pakistan ever had 🫶🏻
— 🧜🏼♀️ شائمہ (@ParaathaChaii) October 13, 2025
