Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar 2 - The Musical Journey Begins
STAR Plus brings back the musical talent hunt Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar 2 (JJWS2) with a selection of trained and professional singers. JJWS2 has a distinctive format where the participants, runners-up and winners of previous music reality shows perform under one umbrella and compete in an innovative musical environment.
Each team will have a mentor with Shantanu Moitra of Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, Parineeta, 3 Idiots and Lage Raho Munnabhai fame, mentoring the 'Champions' and Shaan, a well- known host and who sang in movies like 3 Indiots, Fanaa, Saawariya, and many more, guiding the 'Challengers'. These two mentors will be joined by Swanand Kirkire, the legendary lyricist of films such as Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, 3 Idiots, Parineeta among Others, on the judges' panel. On this show, the only focus is on music.
"Music is the real hero of JJWS2," reveals Swanand Kirkire. There will be two teams of 'Champions' and 'Challengers'. The former would consist of winners while the latter will have the runners-up of previous shows.
JJWS2 is a complete musical package where the viewers can enjoy pure unadulterated music. The original songs will be sung in a new style that will be in sync with the singing style of each contestant. "The contestants should not only sing but also think music. This show will emphasize on the importance of musical instruments too," informs an expectant Shanatnu Moitra. The contestants are excitedly looking forward to perform on JJWS2. The judges want to soak in the musical experience. "There is no script here and we will take it as it comes. Though it is difficult to judge the trained and experience singers, it will be enjoyable," said a cheerful Shaan.
Join us for an exciting musical experience on JJSW2 every weekend on STAR Plus at 9 PM that begins from March 31st. Pamper your senses with the heavenly symphony of JJWS2.
Monday, March 26, 2012
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Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar 2 Judges excited
Are you excited about Jo Jeeta Wohi SuperStar 2? Well, so are the judges who assure you of a pure musical experience.
"Winners and runners from other shows are getting a platform to showcase their talent. This is the final of the finalists," emphasizes Swanand Kirkire.
"We want the contestants to be known through their singing. The aim of JJWS2 is to learn while performing and competing. The musical instruments play a very important role on this show. Even the judges will get to learn a lot in this musical environment. We will present the contestants in a new form," reveals judge Shantanu Moitra.
What can the viewers expect from the judges? It's going to be more than just mentoring they tell us. With a lyricist joining the panel of a music reality show for the first time, it sure seems to be a complete package. Music composer, singer, lyricist...are you humming already?
"Shaan and Shantanu are very close friends of mine, and I have a very good working rapport with them. I am looking forward to the experience," informed a cheerful Swanand Kirkire.
"I will take tips from my fellow judges and friends. I will look at the contestants from a new point of view. This is beginning of a beautiful journey for all of us. A superstar will be the one who will be a solid performer and who will successfully leave a mark on everyone's heart with his/her performance. They've got to be different!," says a thoughtful Shaan.
"Music is the biggest superstar on JJWS2. The contestants need to enjoy everything about music and should be totally immersed in it. They will be compelled to think deeply about the interesting role that an instrument plays in music too," speaks Shanatnu Moitra.
So gear up for awe-inspiring performances on JJWS2 every Sat-Sun at 9PM on STAR Plus starting March 31st.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
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Jo Jeeta Wohi SuperStar 2 grand opening
The most awaited musical extravaganza of the season Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar 2 is finally here! It is wrapped in a brand new package of super-performances and celebrity judges and will leave your senses pulsating with its music and its singing stars.
Its unique format will be complemented by a pure musical experience. And the opening acts at launch are sure to make your screens come alive!
Gear up for a jamming session by veteran percussionist Taufiq Qureshi, vibrant flutist Ashwin Srinivasan and vocalist Vijay Prakash. JJWS2 has many hummilicious treats that will leave you wanting for more. Sing along with our favorite judges, Shaan, Shantanu and Swanand, singing their special song, "Behti hawa sa tha wo'" .
And that's not all. JJWS2 has more celebrity guest judges who will introduce the Champions and Challengers with group performances. Each of them will introduce selected Champions and Challengers by performing with them. Do you want to find out which contestant will Shaan introduce? Which Champion or Challenger is Shantanu's favorite? Which of the contenders will have the privilege of sharing the same stage as Swanand?
Dominique and Clinton can't stop themselves from humming along with the Champion and Challengers they introduce. Sreeram, Sharib and Harpreet are excited about sharing stage by someone special. As for the melodious Wadali brothers, they're going to sing their famous number "Tu mane ya na Maane" with Hemant , Sonia and Rahman.
You will be treated to these fabulous presentations by our shining stars on the launch episode of Jo Jeeta Whi Superstar 2. Tune in to groove to our musical acts and find out your own favorites! Get on this musical ride on Saturday Mar 31st at 9PM only on STAR Plus.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
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Shantanu to draw battle lines with Shaan
After yesterday's grand opening, the battle on Jo Jeeta Wohi SuperStar 2 begins tonight. The champions are ready to prove their worth to the challengers.
With the cream of singing reality shows, the competition on JJWS is of a very high level. Each singer as we saw yesterday is better than the other and they have their own fan following. Some of it even extends to stars from the music industry.
Ask judge and mentor Shaan about the contestants and he says, "All of them are stars in their own right. They have now joined the battlefield to emerge as superstars. You can't underestimate the challengers too. I am a big fan of Anwesha's voice". Anwesha excitedly chips in, "I am seventh heaven after hearing the wonderful comments of our mentors."
There was one contestant though from the challenger group who left everyone including champion Aneek stunned with his soulful rendition of a popular song. Not wanting to divulge his name, Aneek tells us, "I am totally amazed. I think we champions need to up our ante already. One challenger will rightfully move to the champs group tonight."
Shantanu Moitra, the mentor of the Challengers seems to be leaving no stone unturned. He shares, "I am fine tuning the singing of my team to bring out the best in each and every contestant".
In tonight's episode, Shantanu will draw battle lines with Shaan who is the mentors of the Champions. What will Shaan be up against? Don't forget to catch all the action only on Jo Jeeta Wohi SuperStar 2 at 9PM on STAR Plus.
Sunday, April 01, 2012
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Edited by Anondo.R - 12 years agoIf music be the food of life...play on
The second season of Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar 2 began with a bang and the challengers have already set the bar sky high for the show. What makes JJWS 2 interesting is, the novel ideas and powerful performances by not just the singers but also the instrumentalists. One such outstanding performance was a jugalbandi between Challenger Mohammed Irfan and ace shehnaivadak Madhukarji.
The Shehnai is an instrument that is associated with auspicious occasions and this performance was no less. Shehnaivadak Madhukarji is a veteran who has been playing the Shehnai since over 40 years. He has played with legends like R.D. Burman and Kalyanji Anandji in the Hindi film industry. He is a living example of the saying, 'where there is a will, there is a way'.
Madhukarji has undergone a Jaw surgery after which, doctors opined that he would never be able to play the shehnai again. Undeterred by this setback, Madhukarji designed a lever on the Shehnai that would help him play in spite of his jaw difficulty. Ask him about his experience at JJWS and he promptly says, "I felt so good to perform on stage with these young singers. They are so talented and their passion for singing matches mine." A word of advice from the man who has conquered all odds, "I want to tell all the contestants, don't be scared! When you perform do not be stressed, give it your best, let the music flow within you and you will succeed."
Challenger Mohammed Irfan is all praises for the Shehnai genius. "Initially I was very sceptical about being able to sing with the shehnai. Maula Maula is a song based on the harmonium and tabla and to sing along with a shehnai was very challenging. It was Shantanuji's vision and Madhukarji's encouragement that helped me give a good performance. Madhukarji's determination and grit is inspiring. He makes us think, that when we are blessed with a talent, we must go to any length to respect it." Ask him how he would describe his jugalbandi experience to fellow contestants and he says, "It is challenging to add inputs into music but if you get into the technical aspects then it won't work. Only if you feel it will you enjoy it."
That then, is the new mantra for all the performers. Instruments are interesting, platform is great; don't just accept a challenge, enjoy it! Don't forget to watch Jo Jeeta Wohi SuperStar 2, Sat-Sun at 9PM for more of such awe-inspiring performances.
Wednesday, April 04, 2012
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With the Challengers giving stellar performances in their opening acts, the Champions are sure in for some tough competition. They will be performing for the first time in the coming episode on Saturday in the challenge for the day called 'Sur Taal Ki Chaal.'
In this episode, the champions will make innovations with sur and taal in each of their performances. This innovation will show how a song can sound different and entertaining with small variations. It is a great challenge for the Champions to maintain the original feel of the song and yet create a magic with their innovation.
Champion Aneek says, "Actually it's a difficult process and involves a lot of thinking and planning. We are vocal artists and try to keep the compositions intact. Hum ek soch ko barkaraar rakhne ki koshish kar rahe hai. With due respect to the original composers, we're just trying to add an extra punch. I think it's a beautiful task and I am very happy to get this chance of experimenting with songs. More than winning the title, I am here to show viewers what I am capable of."
Shaan has mentored each of them intensely for their very first challenge. He has been very involved in their rehearsals and even asked them to "use their shoot breaks to rehearse instead of gossip." Ask Vaishali and she tells us, "I am trying to balance motherhood and my professional life. I am thankful to Shaan sir who is so involved in our rehearsals and helps us a lot. Daily riyaz is very important for any singer and I often sing lullabies to my daughter which is also a kind of riyaz for me."
With place for only six Champions, who do you think will be the first champion to lose the medal of honor? Watch out for some dhamakedaar performances only on Jo Jeeta Wohi SuperStar 2, Sat-Sun at 9PM on STAR Plus.
Thursday, April 05, 2012
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Champion Aneek and challenger Sharib have been friends for a long time. Aneek has done several reality music shows while Sharib is a successful music director. We asked Sharib about his equation with Aneek, "Aneek is a very good friend and a superb singer. We are in a competition but then this platform is such that everyone is learning from one another." But, how do you maintain a friendship while battling it out against one another? "I don't believe in being diplomatic. Aneek is my friend and if I feel something, I tell him. In the coming episode I felt that he should have sung in his original voice and I told him just that."
Friday, April 06, 2012
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Saturday, April 07, 2012
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