Who Is Manasi Ghosh? Indian Idol Season 15 Winner Bags Rs 25 Lakh Prize

Manasi Ghosh has emerged as the winner of the popular singing reality show Indian Idol Season 15. She won the grand finale, leaving behind fellow finalists Subhajit Chakraborty and Sneha Shankar. Along with the prestigious trophy, Manasi also took home a cash prize of ₹25 lakh.

Manasi Ghosh Wins Indian Idol Season 15, Bags ₹25 Lakh Prize

Ghosh's love for music began at a very young age. She actively took part in local singing competitions during her childhood, slowly making a name for herself. Her journey on Indian Idol gave her a national platform where she could show her unique voice, deep emotions, and strong performances.

Throughout the season, Ghosh consistently impressed both the judges and the audience. Her growth was visible with every performance. With each round, she proved her dedication and passion for music, which helped her stand out among other contestants.

Her stage presence, voice control, and ability to connect emotionally with the songs played a key role in her victory. Fans and judges often praised her for her versatility and hard work.

After weeks of music, magic, and moments — Manasi didn’t just win a title, she won a million hearts ❤@shreyaghoshal@Its_Badshah@VishalDadlani@fremantle_india#SonyTV#IndianIdol15pic.twitter.com/H4i4QkPCJe

— sonytv (@SonyTV) April 6, 2025

Plans for the Prize Money

After winning Indian Idol Season 15, Ghosh opened up about what the experience taught her, both personally and professionally. “This show has taught me to both learn and unlearn. Even if you get bad comments, you cannot carry that to your next performance. You have to forget everything that happens and focus on the work,” she said speaking to Screen.

After her win, Manasi shared how she would make use of the prize money. She said, “I want to use some amount from the prize money on my independent music and the car I will use.” 

Manasi also spoke about her career plans after her win. While she is excited about doing playback singing in Bollywood, she also wants to work on her own independent music. She has already taken her first step into the film industry with a special song.

“I also wish to do Bollywood playback singing, but I also have plans for my independent music. My Bollywood debut is a duet song with Lalit Pandit and Shaan sir. It’s already recorded. It’s for an upcoming film,” she revealed.