Special Season of 'Indonesian Idol' Held During Pandemic, Maia Estianty Initially Doubtful of Online Audition System

Kapanlagi.com - It hasn't been forgotten how the euphoria of Lyodra's victory at the end of the tenth season in March. Now, at the beginning of November, Indonesian Idol is ready to greet the audience with a new season called the special season.

It is considered special because it is held in the same year as the previous season. It is also important because the competition is held during the pandemic, where everyone starts new habits following health protocols.

"This special season can be considered a spiritual season because it requires strong faith to hold this season from the previous one. That's why we suggest from the beginning that this is a new chapter. If the pandemic is over next year, this becomes an important season held in the midst of the pandemic," said Fabian Dharmawan, the Production Operation Coordinator of RCTI in a press conference on Thursday (12/11/2020).

1. Online Auditions, Maia Estianty Was Hesitant

The idea to create this special season of Indonesian Idol was conceived last May. When offering it to Maia Estianty, Anang Hermansyah, Ari Lasso, and Judika to return as judges, they were enthusiastic but also hesitant at the same time.

"In May, I talked to the judges about holding Indonesian Idol, they were surprised but optimistic. The auditions will be done online, and Bunda (Maia Estianty) was hesitant, there were doubts about whether it would be good or not when meeting online. But the conclusion is that there is new hope," added Fabian.

2. Support from Judges and Sponsors

In addition to the return of the old judges and the addition of Rossa to fill the void left by Bunga Citra Lestari, the organizers are grateful for the support from several sponsors. One of them is SiCepat, which becomes the main sponsor.

"We have a shared vision and mission with Indonesian Idol, which is to always support the creativity of young people, we have a segment in it. So the success of Indonesian Idol is also the success of young people and certainly RCTI as well," explained Wiwin Dewi Herawati, Chief Marketing Officer of SiCepat Express, on the same occasion.

3. Remember #Mother'sMessage

Don't forget to wear a mask, wash your hands regularly, and avoid crowded places to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

(kpl/abs/tmd)