‘Pakistan Idol’ in dark times

Key Takeaways

• WATCHING the long-awaited finale of Pakistan Idol was a refreshing break from the country’s ongoing political turmoil and escalating regional tensions
• It was a fascinating contest between half a dozen exceptionally talented young amateur artists from across Pakistan, selected from hundreds of contest
• I was completely hooked, and followed every episode on television

WATCHING the long-awaited finale of Pakistan Idol was a refreshing break from the country’s ongoing political turmoil and escalating regional tensions. It was a fascinating contest between half a dozen exceptionally talented young amateur artists from across Pakistan, selected from hundreds of contestants — many from the remotest corners — who had competed for nearly a year. I was completely hooked, and followed every episode on television....

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WATCHING the long-awaited finale of Pakistan Idol was a refreshing break from the country’s ongoing political turmoil and escalating regional tensions. It was a fascinating contest between half a doze