Malaysian Idol: Encyclopedia II - Malaysian Idol - Overview

Malaysian Idol - Overview

In Malaysian Idol, thousands of hopefuls audition to become the next Malaysian Idol. The first season was hosted by Soo Kuei Jien ("Jien") and Sharifah Aleya. However for the second season, Jien's new co-host was Cheryl Samad.

In a nutshell, the Malaysian Idol competition follows the Idol Series' main concept. All rounds of competition are broadcasted on television. Contestants who aspire to be a singer sign up, and audition for the preliminary round in front of three judges (refer Judges below). The candidates are either accepted or rejected for the next round. In the next phase, Idol contestants perform individually and in a group. This round of elimination is also known as the "Theater Elimination" Round and their fate is again decided by the judges. The last phase involves weekly performances in front of an audience. The person with the least votes (as sent in by the audience throughout Malaysia through SMS and telephone calls) for each week is eliminated. After each performance the judges will give their feedback, however they do not determine whether the contestant should stay or go. This goes on until the Malaysian Idol has been selected.

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