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Pink Villa
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Meet 11-year-old Super Singer Junior winner Gayathri who won Rs 60 lakh villa and her father played music at temples
Super Singer Junior Season 10 wrapped up the competition recently with 11-year-old Gayathri bagging the winner title. As the young lady makes history, Kamal Haasan and AR Rahman presented the trophy and awarded her a villa worth Rs 60 lakh. The Tamil celebrities presented the keys to her villa themselves, with Vijay TV unveiling the celebratory moments through their social media handle. With the series of pictures, the handle penned, 'And the title goes to… OUR WINNER.#Gayathri.' Gayathri presented with Super Singer Junior 10 winner title As she bagged the trophy, Gayathri became emotional and said, 'I still can't believe this moment is real. This victory belongs to my parents, my mentors, and everyone who supported me. I've learned so much during this journey, and this platform has given me memories that will last a lifetime.' Interestingly, Gayathri hails from a family of musicians with her father used to playing music at temples. Her forefather, tracing back to six generations in her family, is said to be musically inclined. With Gayathri bagging the winner title, contestant Nasreen, another 11-year-old girl, was announced as the first runner-up. She was also awarded a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh as the 2nd runner-up; Aadya and Sarasruthi were given Rs 5 lakh each. Another finalist, Lynet, also received a cash prize of Rs 3 lakh. While the internet was mostly filled with celebratory words for Gayathri, some netizens were also saddened by the results and mostly favored contestant Sarasruthi to have won. Super Singer Junior Season 10 has been running on Vijay Television from November 16, 2024, and concluded on May 25, 2025. Starting off the reality show with 21 contestants, the programme featured children between 6 and 15 exhibiting their skills in singing. Apart from Vijay TV, the show is available for streaming on the OTT platform, JioHotstar. With anchors like Ma Ka Pa Anand, Priyanka Deshpande, Angelin, and Lakshmi Priya (post Priyanka's exit) hosting the show this season, the panel of judges included veteran playback singers KS Chithra, Mano, and music composer D Imman. Making the finale night a memorable occasion, Kamal Haasan, who had arrived for promotions of his film Thug Life, sang the song Kanmani Anbodu (Gunaa) and Jinguachaa (Thug Life) with 5-year-old Sri Varshini at the event. Coming to Thug Life, the upcoming film is a gangster action venture featuring Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR in the lead roles. The film, directed by Mani Ratnam, features the tale of Rangaraya Sakthivel Naicker, a gangster who adopts a young boy, Amaran, from Mumbai, indicating their destinies to be intertwined. Years later, the now ageing gangster is presumed to be dead, with suspicions leading to his foster son. Filled with rage, Sakthivel seeks vengeance upon his adopted son, taking the film down a rabbit hole of conflict. Aside from Haasan and STR, the film has Trisha Krishnan, Abhirami, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Ashok Selvan, Joju George, and more in key roles. The film is slated to release in theaters on June 5, 2025.
Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Super Singer Junior 10 winner Gayathri wins trophy from AR Rahman and Kamal Haasan, luxurious villa worth Rs 60 lakh
The winner of the Tamil music reality series Super Singer Junior 10 was finally announced on Sunday. The 11-year-old singer Gayathri lifted the trophy, while Nasreen, also aged 11, was named the first runner-up. The winner was presented the trophy by none other than Kamal Haasan and AR Rahman, who were the chief guests on the singing reality show. They were on the show to promote their upcoming film Thug Life, which is directed by Mani Ratnam. As part of the winning amount, Gayathri was presented with the key to a luxurious villa worth Rs 60 lakh. She received the keys from Kamal Haasan and AR Rahman. Take a look: A post shared by Vijay Television (@vijaytelevision) Gayathri's singing won hearts throughout the show. She comes from a musical family — her father and forefathers have played musical instruments at temples. She got emotional after being announced the winner of the show. Gayathri said, 'I still can't believe this moment is real. This victory belongs to my parents, my mentors, and everyone who supported me. I've learned so much during this journey, and this platform has given me memories that will last a lifetime.' Nasreen, who was named the first runner-up, took home a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh. Aadya and Sarasruthi were announced as the second runners-up and were awarded Rs 5 lakh each. Another finalist, Lynet, received a cash prize of Rs 3 lakh. The grand finale featured a special moment when five-year-old Sri Varshini performed the hit songs 'Kanmani Anbodu' and 'Jinguchaa' along with Kamal Haasan. Their performance had the audience and judges cheering for them, making it one of the most memorable moments of the night. Super Singer Junior 10 was judged by singers Mano, KS Chithra, and music director Imman. The show was hosted by Ma Ka Pa Anand and Priyanka Deshpande, and it aired on Vijay Television and JioHotstar.
News18
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Gayathri Takes Home Super Singer Junior 10 Title And Villa Worth Rs 60 Lakh
Last Updated: Kamal Haasan announced Gayathri as the winner of Super Singer Junior 10, while Nasreen was first runner up. The final episode of Super Singer Junior 10 was a night filled with music and excitement, as the young singing sensation Gayathri won the competition. The night became even more special as Kamal Haasan and AR Rahman joined the celebration. The Vikram star announced Gayathri as the winner, while Nasreen was named the first runner up. Aadya and Sarasruthi both earned the third place spot. Gayathri stood out throughout the season with her amazing talent, which left both the judges and the viewers impressed. Along with the winner's trophy, Gayathri also received the key to a beautiful villa worth Rs 60 Lakh. Meanwhile, other finalists were also rewarded for their hard work and amazing performances throughout the season. Nasreen, who came in second place, was awarded a cash prize of Rs 10 Lakh. Aadya and Sarasruthi each got Rs 5 lakh as prize money. Another finalist, Lynet, took home Rs 3 Lakh. Gayathri is a trained singer, who belongs to a family with a strong music background. Her father and ancestors have played musical instruments at temples for many years. Winning Super Singer Junior 10 was a very emotional moment for her, as she couldn't hold back her tears and her family was also touched by her win. Gayathri said, 'I still can't believe this moment is real. This victory belongs to my parents, my mentors, and everyone who supported me. I've learned so much during this journey, and this platform has given me memories that will last a lifetime." Amidst the energetic atmosphere, Kamal Haasan entertained the audience by dancing to his famous song Yen Jodi Manjakuruvi, which was sung by finalist Lynet. Another contestant, Sri Varshini, paid tribute to Haasan's long and successful journey in films by singing two well known songs, Kanmani Anbodu and Jinguchaa. Singer Junior 10 was judged by well known singers Mano, KS Chithra and music director Imman. The show was hosted by Ma Ka Pa Anand and Priyanka Deshpande, who kept the audience entertained throughout the season. First Published:
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Super Singer Junior 10 winner: Gayathri lifts the trophy
The grand finale of Super Singer Junior 10 unfolded in a spectacular celebration of music, talent, and emotions as young singing sensation Gayathri was crowned the winner of the season. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Held on May 26, the finale turned into an unforgettable evening marked by soulful performances, star-studded appearances, and emotional moments. The finale was graced by two of the biggest icons in Indian cinema and music, Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan and Oscar-winning music composer A. R. Rahman, whose presence elevated the celebratory atmosphere. The highlight of the night came when Kamal Haasan took to the stage to announce Gayathri as the winner, triggering thunderous applause from the audience and emotional reactions from the finalists. Throughout the season, Gayathri consistently impressed judges and audiences with her impeccable vocal range, control, and emotional depth. Her journey on the show has been one of growth and perseverance, and her final performance was a testament to her musical maturity. Judges unanimously agreed that she was a deserving winner, lauding her versatility and dedication. 'I still can't believe this moment is real,' said an overwhelmed Gayathri after lifting the trophy. 'This victory belongs to my parents, my mentors, and everyone who supported me. I've learned so much during this journey, and this platform has given me memories that will last a lifetime.' The finale wasn't just about the crowning moment — it was a musical extravaganza featuring dazzling performances by all the finalists. The atmosphere was electric as each contestant brought their best to the stage one last time. The judges, who have mentored and witnessed their evolution week after week, had nothing but praise for the finalists. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In addition to Gayathri's big win, Nasreen was declared the first runner-up, delivering a power-packed performance that showcased her classical prowess. Aadya and Sarasruthi shared the second runner-up title, winning hearts with their unique voices and heartfelt renditions. The tenth season of Super Singer Junior has been a massive success, drawing huge TRP ratings and winning appreciation for unearthing exceptional young talent. As the curtain falls on another memorable season, the show once again proves that India's musical future is in very capable hands.
AsiaOne
22-05-2025
- Science
- AsiaOne
Cool paint, clean power: These are the sustainable innovations that Temasek Foundation are backing for $2m, Singapore News
Imagine a Singapore where our buildings stay cool 24/7 without turning to air conditioning. What if I told you we could also run entire industries where electricity is powered by hydrogen - a sustainable, clean energy source that primarily produces water as a by-product - as opposed to harmful greenhouse gases as we burn through fossil fuels? Temasek Foundation has granted $2 million in catalytic support to turn these ideas into a reality for Singapore. Earlier in May, eight finalists presented a case for their disruptive technologies to address the pressing environmental challenges that plague the world including Singapore: firstly, adopting decarbonisation strategies to minimise adverse impact on the environment, and second, creating a cooler earth where people and nature can thrive. The winning teams were Krosslinker from Singapore, recognised for their energy-saving and cooling aerogel paints, and Ayrton Energy from Canada, whose technology makes it cheaper, easier and safer to transport hydrogen as a clean energy source. We spoke to the winners of The Liveability Challenge 2025 to find out more about their journey to developing their innovations, and their plans to scale their impact with catalytic funding. Dr Gayathri Natarajan, CEO of Krosslinker, grew up in Chennai in India, where temperatures are hot and humid all year long. Fifteen years ago, she moved to Singapore to complete her PhD in Chemical and Bio-molecular Engineering at National University of Singapore. "I grew up in a region that's hotter than Singapore... I have always lived in hot regions," she said with a hearty laugh. This gave her an acute understanding of the real-world impact of urban heat and how not everyone can afford to beat it, with segments of society like construction workers having to toil in the relentless sun. "For me, why you do something could be more important than what you do," she remarked. Her lived experience, great passion for material sciences and chemical engineering, and her natural go-getter personality inspired Dr Gayathri to start Krosslinker, specialising in transformative aerogel technologies to deliver high impact solutions. Plans for cool paints to coat commercial buildings, data centres in Singapore Krosslinker's winning solution of cooling aerogel paints responded to The Liveability Challenge's Cool Earth theme, as they presented a viable solution to heat mitigation with a pilot in Singapore as a global reference. The product has already been tried and tested. In partnership with a leading insulation company in Abu Dhabi, the paint was put to test under extreme desert conditions. A storage container was coated with Krosslinker's proprietary aerogel paints, and measurements of the ambient and surface temperatures were taken. In contrast to the control containers, a maximum reduction of close to 30-degrees celsius in surface temperature was achieved with Krosslinker's paints. Since their presentation and win at The Liveability Challenge, the Krosslinker team has garnered the attention of many commercial partners who have expressed interest in harnessing their transformative innovation. "This is the best outreach we could have asked for," Dr Gayathari remarked, acknowledging the level of credibility and visibility of Temasek Foundation's backing has given their cause. While the team expressed a keen interest in working to coat data centres, commercial buildings and even HDBs, they are assessing their current standing to see where they can deploy their resources to deliver the greatest impact for better liveability, sustainability and economic viability. 'Tackle the hard problems first' When it comes to decarbonisation, sometimes progress means looking the other way - not in ignorance, but to explore alternative solutions. And that's exactly what the team at Ayrton Energy did. "Our vision for the company is to see hydrogen achieve broad adoption," the team shared with an earnest belief that hydrogen energy could be adopted as the diesel of tomorrow. Hydrogen is widely recognised as viable clean energy - so why aren't we all using it? "The biggest challenge is getting hydrogen to site," Dr Brandy Kinkead, founder of Ayrton Energy presented as her opening note at The Liveability Challenge, detailing how its costs and logistical challenges have put up barriers to widespread adoption. And while a great deal of investment and research has gone into hydrogen production, less attention has been paid to how hydrogen is stored and transported. Ayrton Energy's puts forth a product that addresses exactly that, looking to overcome the large barrier of hydrogen distribution and allow for lower cost, easy-to-manage hydrogen storage to transport globally. As a company, Ayrton's philosophy is to "tackle the hard problems first", believing that their breakthrough has been propelled with a high-performance team and strong network of support from partners and funding providers. Different energy, same storage solutions Ayrton Energy's proprietary carrier oils enable delivery of hydrogen using the same infrastructure as traditional fuel. At the site of hydrogen production, hydrogen is chemically bound to its carrier oil, with bound hydrogen transported and stored as a room temperature liquid, like how companies would typically transport diesel. At the site of hydrogen use, hydrogen is then safely released from the carrier. With this technology, Ayrton enables a much simpler transportation process with no need for high-pressure tanks, cryogenic cooling, or specialised transport equipment, allowing industry partners looking to make the switch to more sustainable energy sources to do so seamlessly. "Ayrton Energy is excited to support Singapore in their sustainability goals through providing cost-effective long duration and long-distance storage and transport of hydrogen," the team noted. It plans to leverage on funding from The Liveability Challenge's to pilot its use in Singapore to deliver zero-emissions energy. The Liveability Challenge incubates ideas for impact Now in its eighth edition, The Liveability Challenge presented by Temasek Foundation is a global sustainability innovation competition that allows for crowdsourcing of global innovations to benefit Singapore and the greater environment. "We are excited about scaling impact and enabling mass adoption," commented Dr Gayathri on her team's win, hopeful that on top of delivering a sustainable solution, the product's economic incentive with projected energy savings will create a win-win situation for its partners. "At Temasek Foundation, we believe in the urgency of supporting bold and deep-tech innovative solutions that can drive real progress in decarbonising our planet, and keeping our environment cool even with rising temperatures. Our catalytic funding reflects this important commitment - helping innovators move from promising innovations to operational prototypes with potential to scale," said Heng Li Lang, Head of Climate and Liveability at Temasek Foundation. Past winners of the challenge included Equatic, which sought to build the world's largest ocean-based carbon removal plant in Singapore, as well as CricketOne, which addressed food resilience through a low-carbon, crickets-based protein for human consumption. READ MORE: 'Anyone who has eaten today should care about the food that we're eating': Climate changemakers delve into disruptive solutions for food security and carbon emissions in Singapore This article is brought to you in partnership with Temasek Foundation.
