Indian Idol Season 16 Winner: Jyotirmayee Nayak lifts the trophy; Tanishk Shukla takes the second spot |

After months of unforgettable performances, Indian Idol Season 16 has crowned Jyotirmayee Nayak as the winner of this season. Jyotirmayee, who hails from Odisha, delivered breathtaking performance on the song ‘Saiyaan O Saiyaan.’ Jyotirmayee emerged as the winner after beating fellow finalists Anshika Chonkar, Manraj Veer Singh, Myscmme Bosu, Suhail Sufi and Tanishk Shukla in the grand finale.Jyotirmayee has won the hearts of judges, guests, and the audience through her performances, including her melodious performance on ‘O Jab Tak Hai Jaan Jaane Jahan Main Nachungi,’ which earned a standing ovation from veteran actress Hema Malini. ‘Jaane Kyun Log Mohabbat Kiya Karte Hain’ moved Leena Chandavarkar, who expressed her wish to hear the iconic song in Jyotirmayee’s voice.

The star-studded grand finale was attended by judges Shreya Ghoshal and Badshah. Celebrated musical icons and special guests Usha Uthup, Udit Narayan, Papon, Kumar Sanu, Shehnaaz Gill, and Urmila Matondkar, also made the evening special with their presence and performances.

Jyotirmayee on her win

Jyotirmayee Nayak, winner of Indian Idol Season 16, said, “Winning Indian Idol Season 16 feels like a dream come true. I came to the auditions with big dreams and today standing here as the winner feels truly special. This journey has changed my life and helped me become a better singer and person. I thank our judges, Aditya bhaiya, the entire crew. A special thank you to everyone who worked behind the scenes. my family, friends, and all those who supported and voted for me. This trophy belongs to all those who believed in me. I hope to keep making music that touches people’s hearts, helps me grow as an artist, and makes everyone proud.”