20 Years of AFI! This is the Moment of AFI 2 Grand Final - Turns Out to Have the Highest Rating in the History of Talent Search Shows

Kapanlagi.com - Two decades ago, precisely in 2004, Indosiar Fantasy Academy (AFI) season 2 was held. This talent search event was once phenomenal in its time and managed to achieve the highest rating in the history.

Remembering the talent search show Indosiar Fantasy Academy (AFI), Adi Nugroho, the main presenter of the program, shared a throwback moment on social media. In his post, Donita's husband shared a short video clip of the AFI 2 grand final.

For him and the fans, AFI 2 holds a special place. In fact, this program made history in national television. Curious about what the AFI 2 grand final moment was like? Check it out here, KLovers.

1. 20 Years Have Passed

Snapshot of AFI 2 grand final (credit: Youtube.com/Anggih Raharjo)

The talent search program Akademi Fantasi Indosiar (AFI) since its release in 2003 has remained in the memory of loyal viewers. Now, in December 2023, Akademi Fantasi Indosiar (AFI) has reached its 20th anniversary. The success of the first season was followed by the second season of AFI, which even became a milestone in national television history.

"It started in December 2003, and now it's been 20 years," wrote Adi Nugroho in the caption @adinugroho_st.

2. Achieving Historic Ratings and Shares in the Television World

Portrait of Tia AFI 2 during the grand final (credit: Youtube.com/Channel Dokumentasi)

As mentioned earlier, the talent search event Akademi Fantasi Indosiar (AFI) season two is said to have become a TV program that made history. This is related to the high ratings of the show. According to information, the grand final of AFI 1 achieved a rating of 18.7 and a share of 50.4 percent. Meanwhile, the grand final of AFI 2 achieved a rating of 18.9 with a share of 54 percent. So far, it is known that no one has been able to surpass similar ratings in talent search events.

"Masha Allah Tabarakallah, grateful to be part of a program that continues to make history in national television," continued Adi Nugroho.

3. Grand Final AFI 2 Year 2004

Moment from 20 years ago during the grand final of AFI 2 (credit: Youtube.com/Anggih Raharjo)

Over time, Akademi Fantasi Indosiar (AFI) has become an icon in talent search events that produce talented singers in Indonesia. For your information, the grand final of AFI season two was held in 2004. This is a moment from the highly anticipated grand final of AFI 2.

4. Three Finalists Enter the Three Big Rounds of the Grand Final

The participants of the grand final of AFI 2 (credit: Youtube.com/Anggih Raharjo/Channel Documentation)

Three finalists successfully made it to the top three of the grand final, namely Mickey Octapatika, Haikal Nasution, and Theodora Meliani Setyawati. Here is a snapshot of their performances that brings back nostalgia. Having made it to the final, all three of them gave their best while performing a number of hit songs.

5. Once Phenomenal in Its Time

The grand final of AFI 2 was once phenomenal in its time (credit: Youtube.com/Anggih Raharjo)

The second season of AFI was not only phenomenal in its time, but also left a special impression in the hearts of fans. The finalists became famous stars at that time with the support of their fans. Including Tia AFI 2, who was said to have a golden voice.

6. Formerly Attended by Presidential Candidates

The moment of the grand final AFI 2 in 2004 was attended by the candidate for President of Indonesia (credit: Youtube.com/Documentation Channel)

What made the grand final of AFI2 special was the presence of presidential candidates Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Wiranto, adding historical value to the event. It's no wonder that at that time, AFI was not just entertainment, but also caught the attention of the public and important figures.

"Especially when during the Grand Final AFI 2, there was @tia_afi2, the golden voice
& the presidential candidates also performed at this event, but as singers," said Adi Nugroho

7. Winner Tia AFI 2

Tia AFI 2 became the main winner (credit: Youtube.com/Documentation Channel)

Theodora Meliani Setyawati, affectionately known as Tia AFI, successfully became the first winner. She received a high number of votes compared to the other two finalists, Mickey and Haikal. Meanwhile, Haikal AFI took second place and Mickey AFI took third place.

That was the moment of the grand final AFI 2 that made a new history in the talent search event broadcasted on national TV. Every second and moment in the grand final AFI 2 became an unforgettable history.

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