Geo TV to air Pakistan Idol 2.0 ahead of other TV channels and streaming platforms

n a significant development for Pakistan’s entertainment industry, Pakistan Idol is making its long-awaited return through a high-profile partnership between MHL Global and Fremantle, the powerhouse behind the Idol franchise.

Pakistan Idol 2.0 is set to launch nationally, with the announcement made on Pakistan’s top entertainment channel, Geo TV, sparking a surge of excitement among the youth across various social media platforms.

Geo TV, known for blockbuster hits like Khuda Kay Liye, Bol, The Glassworker, and The Legend of Maula Jatt, will air the competition first ahead of all other channels and streaming platforms — setting the stage for a nationwide celebration of musical talent.

The upcoming season of Pakistan Idol will feature an all-new judging panel, which includes some of the most influential figures in the country’s music scene.

With a refreshed format and broader vision, this season — produced under licence from Fremantle and helmed locally by MHL Global — aims to uncover the next generation of musical stars while offering world-class mentorship and nationwide exposure.

Judging this new season are four of Pakistan’s most celebrated artists: Fawad Khan (actor, musician, and cultural icon), Zeb Bangash (folk-fusion pioneer, songwriter, and acclaimed vocalist), Rahat Fateh Ali Khan (renowned qawwal, classical, and playback singer), and Bilal Maqsood (creative force behind the now-disbanded Strings, former Coke Studio executive producer, creator of Velo Sound Station, music director, and singer-songwriter).

Together, this panel combines extensive experience and diversity, providing contestants and viewers with insightful critique and guidance while remaining the heart of the show.

“Our partnership with Fremantle on Pakistan Idol marks a major step forward for Pakistan’s creative and entertainment industries,” said Zoya Merchant, Director of MHL Global. “This launch represents........

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