After eight weeks of fierce competition, Edry Ziqry emerged victorious as the champion of Bintang Search Season 5. The finale, which took place Friday night, saw Edry take home the grand prize of BND10,000 and a debut single produced by Ungu, one of Indonesia’s most iconic bands.
The highly anticipated final episode of Bintang Search captivated viewers with its thrilling performances, showcasing the incredible talent of the five finalists. Edry, whose powerful voice and stage presence won over audiences throughout the season, received his prize from Makki, the bassist of Ungu.
Makki expressed his enthusiasm for working with Edry, stating, “See you at the studio in Jakarta” Oktarini Lestari of Indofood, a key sponsor of the show, was also in attendance to present a mock cheque of BND10,000. The evening also featured the presentation of the prestigious Bintang Search trophy by the show’s dynamic showrunner, Siti Kamaluddin.
Speaking at the event, Ms. Kamaluddin highlighted the remarkable talent of all the finalists, noting that the competition was especially tough this year. “The five finalists each brought something unique to the table with their diverse voices. It was an incredible journey to watch them grow, and Brunei is proud to present such outstanding talents to the world,” she said.
For the first time, the Bintang Search contestants have the chance to showcase their talent to some of Southeast Asia’s talented music artists and legends giving them a bigger push to perform at their best every week. In the weeks leading up to the Grand Finale, the show has seen the attendance of special guest judges such as Marsha Milan, Maria Aries, Dila Junaidi, Aisha Retno, Ziana Zain, Ayda Jebat and Kris Dayanti all of which were eager to nurture new talents into the music industry.
Bintang Search Season 5 has once again proven to be an exciting platform for emerging musical stars, with Edry’s victory marking the beginning of an exciting career. Edry’s supporters can look forward to his upcoming debut single, which will be produced by the legendary Ungu and promises to be a memorable addition to his musical journey.