This had to happen sooner than later. Finer singers getting less public patronage in Indian Idol isn't a new phenomenon. This week, it was Arpita Khan's turn who according to Sunidhi Chauhan was improving with every performance.
During the 'God's Special' episode, it was pointed out that I pray to God a lot during eliminations. Yes, I do because I believe in God. When I got eliminated I was extremely disappointed and sad. But soon enough I looked at the brighter side of it and took it very positively. I thought God has something else in store for me. I still do feel sad as I have to leave all the contestants and go but, I am sure there is something good waiting for me.
So what went wrong?
I really don't know! I was put in the danger zones for three consecutive episodes. But I was not all that bad for being there. Even the judges appreciated my performances but I don't know why the viewers voted me out. However, I thank the audience to put me in 'Top 9'.
Who, according to you are the top 3 contestants?
It wouldn't be right to take names here. In this competition everyone has improved a lot with time. Everyone has the potential to be in the top three. But my favourite contestants who I want to see in the top are Shashi Suman and Shivam Pathak.
Who is your favourite judge?
I like all three but from my childhood, Sunidhi Chauhan has been my favourite singer. So she is my favourite judge. Also, I feel she too has a soft corner for me.
Who was your closest friend here?
My closest friend was Manisha Karmakar but unfortunately she got eliminated. Of late, I was extremely close to Tia (Kar).
What do you plan to do now?
First I want to go back home to Kolkata. I am desperate to meet my family as all this while I was deprived of meeting or even calling them up. I haven't thought of shifting to Mumbai as yet, but if I have to do so for work, I really wouldn't mind. My dream is to become a successful playback singer.
Whom do you look up to in the singing industry?
I think it would be unfair to mention one single name. But Lataji (Mangeshkar) has definitely inspired me a lot.
Do you feel you need to change something to make you a successful singer?
I need to improve my singing style. Apart from that, I want to lose weight and groom myself.
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