Meet the
Judges.
Experienced performers, choreographers and cultural voices who bring knowledge, perspective and a passion for discovering extraordinary talent.
In Association with ASSETTORA
PRITI VIKRAMNATH
Ireland 🇮🇪
Hindustani Classical Vocalist & Music Educator
Trained at Allahabad University with Bollywood training from Saregamapadhanisa Academy, Mumbai. An acclaimed international judge and performer who has shared the stage with Sonu Nigam, Benny Dayal, Vinod Rathod, Irfan, and Shaan.
SARATH KUMAR
Qatar 🇶🇦
Dance Instructor & Choreographer
A versatile choreographer known for shaping dynamic performers across the Middle East and India. Specialises in contemporary, hip hop, Western, classical, and Indian fusion styles. Official choreographer for Mrs. India Middle East — Season 3.
MOHINDER JALANDHARY
India (Punjab) 🇮🇳
Punjabi Singer & International Judge
A prominent Punjabi singer with over 25 music video albums to his name. Known for powerful vocals and extensive international judging experience, with performances alongside leading Bollywood celebrities.
JAWED BAJWA
Qatar 🇶🇦
Hindi Vocalist & Cultural Ambassador
A Doha-based singer admired for soulful Hindi renditions and emotionally rich performances. Served as a judge for the Super Singer competition, earning high respect from performers and organisers alike.
GEETA LAKSHMI
USA 🇺🇸
Carnatic Vocalist & Bollywood Music Instructor
A classically trained Carnatic vocalist and accomplished Bollywood music instructor with over 1,000 hours of teaching experience, guiding students of all ages in vocal foundations and performance skills.
BHAVNA SAGAR NAIK
Qatar 🇶🇦
Odissi Dance Expert & Choreographer
A highly accomplished dance choreographer and fitness instructor with over 25 years of artistic and teaching experience. A professionally trained Odissi expert bringing depth and storytelling into every movement.
MADHU VANTERU
United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Singer & Cultural Performer
A celebrated singer known for captivating live performances at cultural and musical events. His soulful voice and stage presence make him a standout in the expatriate Indian music scene in the UK.
GISHNU
PD Hungry Wolf
World Hip Hop Champion — 2024
Gishnu, popularly known as PD Hungry Wolf, is a dynamic hip-hop dancer and performer known for his distinctive style, energy and stage presence. His dedication to the art of movement has taken him to the international stage, where he achieved World Championship honours in Hip Hop in 2024. Bringing international experience, contemporary street-dance expertise and a deep understanding of performance to the panel, Gishnu adds a powerful perspective to the Rhythm Rise judging experience.
Judging built on integrity: no judge sees another judge’s score, results are independently verified, and no judge has access to a participant’s identity beyond their performance. Decisions are final and binding.
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Registration and your first-round audition are completely free, for every category. Attend your audition and you'll receive a Digital Participation Certificate no matter the result. If our judges select you to continue, a Second Round Participation Fee confirms your place — nothing is charged before that. Top performers advance to the Grand Finale in Dubai for a AED 12,000 total prize pool.
Group Dance's Second Round Participation Fee is AED 300 per group — higher than the solo categories' AED 100. Full terms →
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