Quick Info
Status: Returning Series
Network: Astro Ria
Type: Reality
Rating: 0.0/10
Big Stage
Overview
Big Stage is a Malaysian reality singing competition that showcases emerging young performers known as "Budak Baru Nak Up" (BBNU). Contestants compete through weekly live performances, demonstrating their vocal abilities, stage presence, and versatility. Judged by established music professionals and supported by audience voting, participants face eliminations as they pursue the championship title, cash prizes, and opportunities to establish successful music careers.
This production, originally released in 2018, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Reality series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Reality genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 0.0 across its 7 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Reality.
- • Produced in Malaysia.
- • Original Language: Malay.
Starring Cast
Seasons
Season 1
8 Episodes • Aired 2018-08-05
Season 1 of Big Stage premiered in 2018, bringing together rising Malaysian singers for eight weeks of live performances, themed challenges, and eliminations. Hosted by Alif Satar and Sherry Alhadad, the competition featured judges Siti Nurhaliza and Faizal Tahir, with audience votes helping determine the results. Five contestants reached the grand finale on where they performed cover songs and new singles. Sarah Suhairi emerged as the inaugural champion, winning RM100,000, while Syafiq Farhain finished second and Afieq Shazwan placed third. Wani Kayrie and Baby Shima completed the top five.
Season 2
8 Episodes • Aired 2019-08-18
Season 2 of Big Stage featuring 12 emerging singers from Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei, Thailand, and South Korea, marking the competition's first international expansion. Hosted by Alif Satar and Sherry Alhadad, the eight-week season featured Siti Nurhaliza, Judika, and Cakra Khan as judges. Contestants faced weekly performances and eliminations before five finalists competed in the grand finale at the Shah Alam City Council Auditorium. South Korean singer Han Byul was crowned champion, winning RM100,000 and a car, while Neeta Manisha finished second and Adzrin placed third. Irfan Haris and Indonesia's Dinda Permata secured fourth and fifth places, respectively.
Season 3
8 Episodes • Aired 2020-08-16
Season 3 of Big Stage featuring 12 Malaysian singers competing over eight weeks under COVID-19 safety measures. Hosted by Alif Satar and Sherry Alhadad, the season introduced a rotating "President Netizen" panel alongside judges Faizal Tahir, Dayang Nurfaizah, and Ajai. Contestants faced themed performances and weekly eliminations, with professional judging and audience votes determining their progress. The grand finale took place on October 4, 2020, at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre, featuring an all-male lineup for the first time. Azzam Sham was crowned champion, winning RM100,000, while Usop finished second and Qody Rany placed third. Dinie Rashid and Fadh Majid completed the top five.
Season 4
8 Episodes • Aired 2022-02-06
Season 4 of Big Stage featuring 12 emerging singers from Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei competing over eight weeks. Hosted by Alif Satar and Sherry Alhadad, the season featured Siti Nurhaliza and Ajai as permanent judges, alongside Aliff Aziz as a special judge. The competition introduced live scoring, allowing viewers to see judges' evaluations during performances, while weekly eliminations determined the finalists. The grand finale took place at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre. Elica Paujin was crowned champion, winning RM100,000, while Danial Chuer finished second and Aisha Retno placed third. Yazmin Aziz and Indonesia's Tegar Septian completed the top five.
Season 5
10 Episodes • Aired 2023-05-07
Season 5 of Big Stage featuring emerging singers from Malaysia, Indonesia, South Korea, and Singapore competing over ten weeks. Hosted by Elly Mazlein and Rina Nose, the season featured Ajai and Aina Abdul as permanent judges, alongside rotating guest judges. Contestants faced themed performances, weekly eliminations, and special challenges before six finalists reached the grand finale at the Shah Alam City Council Auditorium. Nadeera Zaini was crowned champion, winning RM100,000 and a new single, while Indonesia's Waode finished second and Putera Muhammad placed third. South Korean duo Hoondoo secured fourth place, followed by Aufahanie in fifth and Puteri Khareeza in sixth.
