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29 March 2024

Lankan, Indian, Filipino kids win Dh100,000 at Dubai talent show

Taara Shenali Perera, 13, from Sri Lanka; Hashwata Sathish, 6, from India; Ian Cris Tocle, 10, from Philippines declared winners (Supplied)

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The winners of Dubai Festival City Mall’s annual signature talent show ‘Kidz Starz’ were crowned during the weekend.

Thirteen-year-old Taara Shenali Perera from Sri Lanka, six-year-old Hashwata Sathish from India and 10-year old Ian Cris Tocle from the Philippines won the singing, dancing and music categories respectively, following the decision of the panel of judges who were impressed with the talent of the contestants.

The three finalists were awarded over Dh100,000 in prizes donated by Thomson’s Music, B360 and Centrepoint.

Twelve-year-old Anoushka Gaur from India was also honoured with the Fan’s Choice Award.

A total of 15 finalists competed during the third and final phase of the event following two weekends of auditions and semi-finals during which a total of 40 children from six to 15 performed their acts for a place in the grand finale.

“Congratulations to all the children who participated in this great event regardless of their ranking. ‘Kidz Starz’ is a family-oriented event and its main aim is to offer a platform where children can express their preferred art form in front of their family and friends. Taking part while having fun is the most important aspect of this event,” said Kris Fade, award winning Virgin Radio host who was on the judging committee.