The ten finalists of LUX Channel-i Superstar '07LUX in association with Channel-i first launched the LUX Channel-i Super Star contest in 2005. Shanarei Devi Shanu became the first LUX Channel-i Superstar.
The following year the contest was back in a grander avatar. Winner of the contest was promised instant stardom -- an opportunity to play the lead role in a major film. The event generated a huge response as thousands of talented, young women registered. Zakia Bari Momo won the contest and the role of Jori in Tauquir Ahmed's film Daruchini Dwip.
This year LUX Channel-i Superstar was launched in June. Thousands registered from all over the country, chasing the dream of becoming a star; only ten made it to the finals. As they get closer to the grand finale, the contestants are getting more persistent and committed to win the title.
Here's a quick look at the ten finalists who have made it to the top.
Farah Diba:
A confident young woman, Diba tries her best to combine beauty with talent. She has crossed several obstacles to get to her current position.
Sheikh Samroz Azmi Alvi:
A student of BBA, Alvi's talents include recitation. She considers this contest as a window to her dreams.
Ambia Sarzin Amrin:
Amrin is doing her diploma in Interior Design. She is also interested in Photography.
Sumaiya Asgar Raha:
Sumaiya considers this contest as the biggest challenge she has faced so far. She has just completed her SSC.
Nafisa Ferdous:
Nafisa will take her SSC exams next year. Despite being the youngest of all finalists she is very confident.
Upoma Bishwas:
Upoma is studying LLB. An ardent fan of Marilyn Monroe, Upoma wants to do something for the country.
Morsheda Khan Urmi:
Urmi is an Honours student. She has always wanted to be a model and after making it to the finals of LUX Channel-i Superstar, she is more optimistic than ever.
Bidya Sinha Saha:
Bidya considers herself as one of the most deserving of the title. She wants to lay a hand in establishing the equal rights for women.
Joya Roy:
An Honours student, Joya is a talented singer. She is a staff artiste at the Thakurgaon radio station. She considers Subarna Mustafa as her idol and her favourite singer is Rezwana Chowdhury Bonna.
Farhana Sharin Faria:
A students of Law, Faria is passionate about Bangla songs. She has participated in several cultural contests and won prizes.
Lux Channel-i Superstar is aired every Friday at 8:00pm and Sunday at 9:30pm.
