Singer composer Vishal Dadlani celebrated his birthday on June 28, and to mark the occasion, the makers of ‘Indian Idol’ looked back at some of his most memorable moments as a judge on the singing reality show. Over the years, Vishal has become one of the audience’s favourite judges because of his honest advice, love for music, and support for young singers.

One of his most loved moments was when he paid tribute to legendary music composer R.D. Burman (Pancham Da). Vishal performed popular songs like ‘Gulabi Aankhen’, ‘Mehbooba Mehbooba’, and ‘Bachna Ae Haseeno’, filling the stage with music and energy.

According to a SET press release, Vishal is also known for giving honest and helpful feedback to contestants. His comments not only praise good performances but also guide singers on how they can improve. He also made headlines when he offered contestant Manraj Veer an opportunity to perform on his world tour. The gesture showed his willingness to support talented singers beyond the competition.

During another episode, Vishal shared the interesting story behind the classic song ‘Chingari Koi Bhadke’ from the film ‘Amar Prem’. He explained how lyricist Anand Bakshi and music composer R.D. Burman created the iconic song from a simple real-life incident, giving viewers a deeper understanding of the music.

Vishal has also spoken about his own musical journey, revealing that his parents inspired him to follow his passion for music. Fans can watch more memorable moments of Vishal Dadlani on ‘Indian Idol’, which airs every Saturday and Sunday on Sony Entertainment Television and streams on SonyLIV.