Indian Idol 13 Winner Rishi Singh Refutes Claims Of ‘Planned Adoption Story’, Calls It Reality

Indian Idol 13 concluded this weekend with Ayodhya’s Rishi Singh emerging as this season’s winner. Singh was awarded a Rs 25 lakh cash prize and a car. Tagging behind him were Debosmita Roy and Chirag Kotwal as the first and second runner-ups. In a recent interview, Rishi addressed his adoption saga.

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Rishi reportedly got to know about him being adopted during the course of the show itself.

This drew him a series of flak claiming the drama was pre-planned. When asked about it, the 21-year-old told Indian Express, “Of course, it was big news for me and I was taken aback. I think what was most important was that I accepted the truth. That was the only way I could lead a harmonious life with my parents. Also, I think everyone has seen the bond that we share.”

“They related to me and our story. And I think so many other families like us will get the courage to accept their truth through us.”

Another story rife in town was Rishi’s closeness with co-contestant Bidipta Chakraborty. Dismissing rumours of any love affair, Rishi clarified, “We are really close friends. Also, people liked our chemistry and bond and this is why we got to perform on so many romantic duets. And I am so glad just because of what people assume, we never let it affect our friendship.”

Do you know Virat Kohli follows Rishi and even shared a few posts about him?

Reacting to that, Singh exclaimed, “Honestly, it feels unreal to me”. “Sometimes in the middle of nowhere, this thought comes up. What have I done to get so much love? How is it possible that this star cricketer noticed me? It’s all a dream and I cannot tell you how beautiful it is,” he shared.

Hosted by Aditya Narayan, the singing reality show’s 13th edition was judged by Neha Kakkar, Vishal Dadlani and Himesh Reshammiya.?

Rishi also talked about his big win in the same interview and shared, “The competition was really tough and I really had no idea I could win the show. I am so thankful to everyone who voted for me. It is because of them that I am standing with the trophy. Of course, this victory means a lot to me but this love is way more special to me. I have been blessed by the almighty with this talent, and I knew he will take me ahead.”

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