On Sunday, October 25, Seniors Today hosted Group E of the first round of Seniors Have Talent, where seniors from across the country showcased their singing talent live
On Sunday, October 25, Seniors Today hosted 14 senior contestants in Group E of Round 1. Seniors Have Talent is a weekly virtual singing competition created for senior citizens to showcase their singing talent. The show was emceed by Jeeya Sethi.
Voting closes on Saturday, October 31, 6pm at seniorstoday.in/vote and the results for the first round – Group E will be announced by 7 pm on the same day- that’s Saturday, October 31.
Here were the 14 participants in Group E
#1
Naresh Bhatia
From Indore
He is originally from Indore but is a Mumbaikar! He loves to travel and music is his passion. His all-time favourite singers are Hemant Kumar, Mukesh and Kishore Kumar.
Song- Hai Apna Dil To Aawara, Na Jane Kis Pe Aaega
Singer- Hemant Kumar
Music- S D Burman
Film- Solva Saal
#2
Dr Neeran Gautam
From Mumbai
He is a philanthropist by nature and a professor. “Music is passion and a permanent companion in state of loneliness” he quotes. His all-time favourite singers are Kishore Kumar, Hemant Kumar and Asha Bhosle.
Song- Kahan Tak Ye Maan Ko Andhere Chhalenge
Singer- Kishore Kumar
Music- Rajesh Roshan
Film- Baaton Baaton Mein
#3
Vipul Mehta
From Mumbai
A businessman, he is an explorer and loves to party. He enjoys karaoke and his all-time favourite singers are Kishore Kumar, Hemant Kumar and Mohammed Rafi.
Song- Na Ja Kahin Ab Na Ja, Dil Ke Siva
Singer- Mohammed Rafi
Music- Laxmikant-Pyarelal
Film- Mere Humdum Mere Dost
#4
Anuja Kulkarni
From Mumbai
A pathologist, she plays the keyboard and enjoys dancing. Her all-time favourite singers are Asha Bhosle, Geeta Dutt and Lata Mangeshkar.
Song- Tadbeer Se Bigdi Hui Taqadeer Bana Le
Singer-Geeta Dutt
Music- S. D. Burman
Film- Baazi
#5
Jagdish Mudaliar
From Mumbai
He grew up singing old Hindi songs along with the programme, and now he is karaoke singer. His all-time favourite singers are Mohammed Rafi, Manna Dey and Mukesh
Song- Chaudhavin Ka Chand Ho
Singer- Mohammed Rafi
Music- Ravi
Film- Chaudhavin Ka Chand Ho
#6
Sudhir Kumar Sinha
From Jharkhand
Originally from Jharkhand, he is a Mumbaikar. He finds joy in music, a trained Hindustani Classical singer who plays flute. His enjoys listening to old Hindi songs and classical music.
Song- Aaye Bahaar Banke Lubha Kar Chale Gaye
Singer- Mohammed Rafi
Music- Shankar- Jaikishan
Film- Raaj Hath
#7
Dr Usha Rao
From Karnataka
She is a medical professional and music is her lifeline. Her all-time favourite singers are Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, Mohammed Rafi.
Song- Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko
Singer- Asha Bhosle
Music- RD Burman
Film- Yaadon Ki Baraat
#8
S R Nagaraj
From Bengaluru
He proactively engaged in the services of senior citizens through different organisations and music has remained his passion since childhood. His all-time favourite singers are Kishore Kumar, Mohammed. Rafi, Dr S P Balasubramaniam.
Song- Khilte Hain Gul Yahan
Singer- Kishore Kumar
Music- S D Burman
Film- Sharmilee
#9
Shankar Bharadwaj
From Mumbai
He takes keen interest in dramatics and theatre. His secret to being young at heart is singing and dancing and his all-time favourite singers are Kishore Kumar and Mohammed Rafi.
Song- Nadiya Se Dariya, Dariya Se Sagar
Singer- Kishore Kumar
Music- R D Burman
Film- Namak Haram
#10
Mohan Mudkavi
From Hubli, Karnataka
Businessman by profession. He enjoys singing and music bring him immense joy. His all-time favourite singers are Mukesh, Mohammed Rafi and Kishore Kumar.
Song- Chand Ko Kya Maalum Chahta Hai Use Koi Chakor
Singer- Mukesh
Music- Usha Khanna
Film- Laal Bangla
#11
Sunil Naik
From Mumbai
A former banker and cricketer in his college days, he is passionate about music and is learning to play the guitar these days. His all-time favourite singers are Kishore Kumar and Mohammed Rafi.
Song- Sama Hai Suhana Suhana
Singer- Kishore Kumar
Music- Kalyanji-Aanadji
Film- Ghar Ghar Ki Kahani
#12
Govind Matwani
From Hyderabad
Music is his life and soul. He plays the drums and finds joy in cooking and cricket. His all-time favourite singers are Mohammed Rafi, Kishore Kumar and Mukesh.
Song- Teri Aankhon Ke Siva Dunia Mein Rakha Kya Hai
Singer- Mohammed Rafi
Music- Madan Mohan
Film- Chirag
#13
Shishir Shah
From Mumbai
Music is meditation and a way of being grateful. He believes in the art of expressing via music. His all-time favourite singers are Mohammed Rafi and Asha Bhosle.
Song- Hai Dunia Usi Ki Zamana Usi ka
Singer- Mohammed Rafi
Music- O P Nayyar
Film- Kashmir Ki Kali
#14
Aylur V Jayaraman
From Bengaluru
He was born in Kerala, raised in Mumbai and now lives in Bangalore. Music is life to him and he enjoys karaoke. He looks forward to learn table. His all-time favourite singers are Mohammed Rafi, Yesudas and Kishore Kumar.
Song- Mana Ho Tum, Behad Haseen, Aise Bure Hum Bhi Nahi
Singer- K. J. Yesudas
Music- Bappi Lahiri
Film- Toote Khilone
Cast your vote for the singer who you think is the best – seniorstoday.in/vote
Voting line closes on Saturday, October 31. The results will be announced on the same day at 7pm.
Entry forms for Seniors Have Talent Season 2 are now live on seniorstoday.in. Register yourself if you like to sing.