Mumbai: Abhijeet Sawant, the singer who won the inaugural season of the prestigious 'Indian Idol' 20 years ago—becoming a household name across the globe—is set to grace the stage once more in 'Indian Idol: Legends Return'. The show is set to premiere on Sony TV on October 17th.
Abhijeet’s musical journey began with 'Indian Idol', and now, he returns to the platform to revisit those early days and present cherished memories in a fresh, new light. Along with Abhijeet, the show will also feature Prajakta Shukre and several other singers.
A new promo offers a glimpse into the golden journey that began with Abhijeet’s very first performance. Himesh Reshammiya, who features in the promo, heaps praise on the singer. Noting that Abhijeet’s return is sure to make the show a blockbuster, Himesh remarked that Abhijeet has truly honored his roots with 'Indian Idol' while carving out a distinct identity for himself in the world of music.
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Oct 15, 2026Speaking about 'Indian Idol: Legends Return', Abhijeet shares, "There is a unique energy and excitement in standing on this stage—the very stage that gave me my identity. I am deeply gratified to be back here, sharing this experience with my former fellow contestants. Returning to 'Indian Idol: Legends Return' feels just like coming home." "There is no doubt that the audience will shower even more love this time than they did 20 years ago."
It is also understood that Abhijit will be part of several new projects in the near future, and the show "Indian Idol: Legends Return" is set to air on Sony TV starting October 17, 2026.
