ThePakistan Idol stage has never been higher than it is now. The show had its first episode heartbreak of the season on January 18, 2026 during the Episode 28 Gala Round. The season 2026 of Pakistan Idol has eliminated two popular contestants, and this has changed the game as the show approaches the finals.
The Weekend’s Double Elimination of Pakistan Idol 2026
The mood was very serious and the judges, Fawad Khan, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Zeb Bangash, and Bilal Maqsood, went through the Bottom 3 contestants on the basis of combined technical scores and popular votes. The three lowest ranked were Rohail Asghar, Rawish Rubab and Nabeel Abbas Khan.
The journey finally had an end, in the case of Rohail Asghar and Rawish Rubab. Rohail, a high-energy performer and musical leader in the university level, and Rawish, a schoolteacher of Layyah, who won over hearts with her beautiful voice, have been disqualified because of the least number of votes they got. Nabeel Abbas Khan avoided the scare and he is still in the competition.
Previous Exits and Controversy of Pakistan Idol 2026
The season has been characterized by talent and turmoil. Pakistan Idol 2026 lost to Romaisa Tariq on December 22, 2025, in the first Gala round before the elimination on Saturday, 16 March 2026.
More controversially, top contender Mohammad Ibrar (Ibrar Shahid) voluntarily withdrew in December 2025. Ibrar left the show alleging mistreatment and excessive audio manipulation by the production team, claims which the show’s management has denied.
Who Is Still in the Pakistan Idol 2026?
Following the latest cuts, 13 contestants remain in the hunt for the title. The current roster includes:
- Punjab: Maham Tahir, Nabeel Abbas Khan, Faryal Amber, Zain Baloch, Hira Qaiser, Samya Gohar, Aryan Naveed Bhatti, Rouhan Abbas.
- Sindh: Mehtab Ali, Waqar Hussain, Tarab Nafees, Meerab Javelin, Muhammad Minaam (Wild Card).
Where to Watch Pakistan Idol 2026
The viewers will not be able to miss a single performance and could vote to save their favorites every Saturday and Sunday at 8:00 PM onGeo Entertainment. The pressure is on, and as the field becomes narrow, then each vote matters to avoid the next outrageous Pakistan Idol 2026 removal.
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