Astro Vinmeen is set to dazzle audiences once again as the highly anticipated Big Stage Tamil Season 2 premieres on February 11, 2024, at 9 p.m. The local Tamil reality singing competition, which gained immense popularity with its first season, aims to continue its success by providing a platform for aspiring young vocalists to showcase their talents.
Prem Anand, Vice President of the Indian Customer Business at Astro, expressed satisfaction in offering customers season 2 of the well-liked local Tamil reality singing competition, along with upgrading the show with additional exciting features. This decision was inspired by the resounding success of Big Stage Tamil Season 1, which proved to be highly popular with the highest viewership, surpassing other original local Tamil reality singing competitions premiered on Astro. The company is optimistic that season 2 will continue to entertain viewers, and they hope customers will enjoy this new season.
This new edition promises added excitement with the introduction of renowned Malaysian music composer Jay as a mentor, promising to guide contestants in refining their vocal abilities. The panel of judges, featuring talented figures from the local music industry such as Dr. Burn, Preetha Prasad, and international icon Yugendran Vasuthevan, will also be providing valuable feedback to encourage contestants to reach new heights in their performances.
The show, which is proudly sponsored by Cuckoo, will offer exciting cash prizes and impressive Cuckoo products for the winners.
- Champion: RM50,000, Cuckoo Grande Water Purifier, and an opportunity to be a Rocketfuel Entertainment talent
- First runner-up: RM25,000 and a Cuckoo U Model Air Purifier
- Second runner-up: RM10,000 and Cuckoo P10 Pressure Multi-Cooker
- Consolation prizes:
- 2 winners from the grand finale (round 2): RM5,000 each
- 2 winners from the grand finale (round 1): RM3,000 each
Hosted by local talents Saint TFC and Viki, Big Stage Tamil Season 2 boasts a lineup of twenty-four contestants, each vying for the coveted title of champion. Viewers can witness the fierce competition and musical prowess of participants such as Thanuja, Pridhashrie, Berma Chandra, and many more and marvel at the abundance of talent and spirit that is exhibited by local Malaysian Indians.
Astro customers can catch new episodes every Sunday at 9 p.m. on TV, Astro GO, or stream anytime On Demand. Those who missed Season 1 can also catch up on the show by tuning in to Astro GO and On Demand.
Subscribe to Astro Primary Pack now to experience the latest episodes of the beloved local Tamil reality singing competition, Big Stage Tamil Season 2.
In addition to the musical extravaganza, Astro recently achieved recognition from the Malaysian Book of Records for its groundbreaking 24-hour live telecast of Thaipusam. Premiered on Astro Vaanavil (Ch 201) through TV, Astro GO, and On Demand from January 24, 9 p.m., to January 25, 9 p.m., this historic telecast marked the first continuous TV live coverage, featuring a diverse panel of 19 hosts providing live updates from prominent local Hindu temples in Batu Caves, Georgetown, Ipoh, and Sungai Petani. Themed #NandriKantha, the broadcast allowed for the spirit of Thaipusam to be shared across the nation with a new outlook. The event, which was proudly presented by Goodday, had set a new standard for Thaipusam live broadcasts on Astro, achieving a remarkable 192% increase in viewership compared to the previous year.
The Malaysia Book of Records, established in 1995, continues to honour individuals and businesses for their notable accomplishments, serving as a source of motivation for Malaysians to strive for new heights. The award is a prestigious emblem of hope for the Malaysian people to continuously devote themselves to excellence.
During the award presentation ceremony on February 6, 2024, at the Astro headquarters in Bukit Jalil, Prem Anand, Vice President of Indian Customer Business at Astro, and the Astro team received the prestigious Longest Thaipusam Festival Celebration Live Broadcast award from Lee Pooi Leng, an officer of The Malaysia Book of Records. Furthermore, Meena Kumari, one of the brilliant hosts of the 24-hour LIVE telecast of Thaipusam, was honoured separately with the award for Hosting the Longest Thaipusam Celebration Live Broadcast By An Individual.
