The revival of Pakistan Idol after a decade has brought a wave of powerful new voices, public excitement and a fair share of controversy.
The new judging panel includes Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Zeb Bangash, Bilal Maqsood, and Fawad Khan — with Fawad unexpectedly finding himself at the centre of debate.
Following criticism over his role as a judge, Fawad finally broke his silence. In a viral video, when asked what it felt like to be on the Pakistan Idol panel, he smiled and replied, “The nation knows what they want to know. Today everyone knows everything.”
He explained that Pakistan Idol is meant to give young artists a platform: “Whenever I sit in this chair, I remember Battle of the Bands. It was always about entertainment and discovering new talent. I cheer for these artists as part of the audience. It’s an honour to see them perform.”
Fawad added, “Only one person wins in the end, but being on such a stage introduces you to the world. It’s about exposure and opportunity.”
