From Rejection to Reign: Singers Who Conquered Bollywood After Reality Show Setbacks
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From Rejection to Reign: Singers Who Conquered Bollywood After Reality Show Setbacks
- •Arijit Singh, eliminated from Fame Gurukul at 18, became a superstar after 'Tum Hi Ho' and recently announced retirement.
- •Neha Kakkar, rejected in Indian Idol Season 2, returned as a judge and became a hitmaker after 'Second Hand Jawani'.
- •Monali Thakur, a Top 10 Indian Idol finalist, won a National Award for 'Moh Moh Ke Dhaage' after her breakthrough 'Zara Zara Touch Me'.
- •Vishal Mishra faced multiple rejections from Indian Idol but found fame with 'Kaise Hua' from Kabir Singh.
- •Jubin Nautiyal was rejected by Sonu Nigam on X Factor and failed on Indian Idol Season 12, but became a beloved romantic voice with hits like 'Lut Gaye'.
Why It Matters: Many popular Indian singers turned reality show rejections into massive success through perseverance and talent.
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