Indian Idol 15: Ragini Shinde’s shocking Rejection from Top 15 leaves fans and Badshah furious

Sony Entertainment Television’s acclaimed singing reality show, Indian Idol 15, revealed its Top 15 contestants last weekend. In a surprising twist, 15-year-old Ragini Shinde from Aurangabad, who had impressed the judges with her beautiful voice and moving story, did not make it to the Top 15. Fans aren’t the only ones disappointed; Judge Badshah was also taken aback. Having missed the Theatre Round, Badshah was shocked to learn that Ragini wasn’t among the selected Top 15 for the Grand Musical Explosion. Sharing his disbelief with his fellow judges, Badshah said, “Ek aisa contestant tha, jisne humein chhoda nahi, humare zehen ko nahi chhoda uske performance ne aur woh hai Ragini.”

Ragini’s journey to Indian Idol has been nothing short of heroic. At just three years old, she saved her brother from thalassemia through a life-saving bone marrow transplant, showing her courage early on. While most children her age were enjoying the innocence of childhood, Ragini was busy saving her sibling’s life. Her audition was unforgettable; she performed Asha Bhosle’s classic "Nigahen Milane Ko Jee Chahta Hai." Her pure voice and bold song choice left the judges in awe, with Vishal Dadlani and Shreya Ghoshal praising her maturity and talent. Badshah was particularly moved, saying, “Agar Aashirwad ka koi face hota toh I think Ragini hoti.”

Despite all of this, Ragini’s name wasn’t called when the Top 15 were announced in the Theatre Round. This decision has sparked outrage across social media, with fans and Badshah questioning the show’s choices. The rapper-turned-judge voiced his frustration, admitting he couldn’t understand how someone so talented and inspiring could be overlooked.

Is this truly the end of Ragini’s Indian Idol journey, or will her fans and Badshah’s support lead to a second chance? Will Badshah use his influence to bring Ragini back into the competition?