Sohail Pays Tribute to His Grandfather on Indian Idol with Soulful Rap Performance

India’s most iconic singing reality show, Indian Idol, makes a grand comeback on Sony Entertainment Television with a brand-new season! This time, the show strikes a nostalgic chord with its heartfelt theme — Yaadon Ki Playlist, celebrating and reliving the timeless melodies of the 90s. Staying true to its theme, Sohail gave a heartfelt tribute to his grandfather, the legendary Chandra Lal Sangi.

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Sohail Sangi Honors Grandfather Chandra Lal Sangi’s Legacy

Sohail’s performance came as a tribute to his grandfather, the legendary Chandra Lal Sangi, known for his raginiyas. Sohail’s grandfather, Chandra Lal Sangi, was a respected name in his village, with a school and hospital named after him. His raginiyas are still remembered fondly, and Sohail dreams of carrying forward that musical heritage.

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Sohail Sangi Impresses Badshah with Unique ‘Rapginni’ Style

On the show, when Badshah asked how he plans to continue his grandfather’s legacy, Sohail revealed that he writes his own rap. He beautifully blended traditional ragini with rap on the harmonium, creating what Shreya called “Rapginni”. Badshah admired the way he’s blending heritage with hip-hop — showing how tradition and innovation can coexist.

Post his performance, Shreya Ghoshal said, "You will make your legacy proud, that’s for sure. You are the pioneer of rapgini. It’s just the beginning, and now I feel you’re going to do something big and unique this season."

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Perfectly aligned with Yaadon Ki Playlist, Sohail’s singing reflects how today’s youth are reinventing traditional art forms while keeping their family’s cultural pride alive. Blend nostalgia (grandfather’s legacy) with freshness (Rapginni innovation).

Watch the new season of Indian Idol, every Saturday and Sunday at 8:00 PM on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.