Blinding lights, an audience practically shaking with anticipation, and an untouched microphone. Ready, Set, Action!
This was the prevailing ambiance felt throughout the entirety of the Voice Hunt 2025 journey. An event like no other—something that swept the entire college up like a storm…Aren’t you curious to learn more about it? Come with us as we dive deep into the brilliant minds that came together to pull this event off, the sweat and tears that went into this project and the overall layout of the entire program.
At first it was a slight cough, an itch of the throat — easily excusable and written off as the aftereffects to extreme practice. Slowly, the symptoms start to become more prominent and before anyone can realise it, a wave of illness had swept through the participants right before the finals.
The added pressure definitely did take a toll on our contestants but they all persevered through and triumphed till the very end. The participants for western Voice Hunt 2025 were nothing short of spectacular. To the average listener, their powerful vocals and undeniable stage presence gave no hint to the hurdles that they have endured. Despite the high uber rates and the untimely flu break, the contestants remain firm on the fact that the overall experience was outstandingly electrifying.
“There are many benefits to joining an event like Voice Hunt,” says Suzanne, the winner of the western final for Voice Hunt 2025, “One of the main ones being the connections you form.”
She had numerous individuals who were willing to help in a split of a second: Her classmates from IT were her main support system, and Silvy ma’am was always there for her through thick and thin. She even brought in a senior to help Suzanne choose her final song which secured her win.
For most, this event was like opening a Pandora’s box — a gateway to new opportunities and connections. It wasn’t just a competition; it was about connection. One of the finalists, Lance, from S2 Civil Engineering, got to pair up with Bennita as his keyboard accompaniment and Gopi for the Clapbox. With new friendships forged, and new bonds made right under the twinkling lights of the bright stage, it’s safe to say that everyone left the experience with a handful of reliable peers to rely on.
It is mainly due to this reason (and many other advantages like a boost in confidence, a linear growth in fan base and a mirror for self acknowledgement and improvement) that many of the contestants, like Suzanne and Lance, strongly advise future participants to join events such as Voice Hunt in the future.
The support each contestant got was endless: From the seniors who came over to access and advise the participants, to the teachers present who made sure the event could move without a hitch. Thanks to the collective efforts of everyone involved in the process, the Western Voice Hunt Finals moved forward with no mishaps.
A fundamental part of Voice Hunt was our very own student coordinator, Sneha Phinoo from Computer Science Engineering (CSE) Delta. Her role consisted of being the main coordinator. From managing the different teams—like media and technical—to overseeing everything and ensuring that no issues arise, she was essentially the team’s glue, and the main reason why this event turned out to be such a success.
Her keen interest in coordinating and managing events long predates her days at Rajagiri. She has had the opportunity to supervise events in her past, which explains the seamless execution of this year’s Voice Hunt.
A point that she never fails to emphasise is the importance of teamwork and, most importantly, how ready and eager her team was. A team with the same passion to achieve the same goal is the key. No event can be done alone—efficient teamwork is crucial. And Sneha? She managed to surround herself with a group of hardworking individuals.
There were multiple challenges, as is the case to any large-scale event, but these challenges were easy to overcome thanks to the ambition and drive of her team. Whether it was the participants, who remained cooperative despite their hefty Uber fares, or Dr. Silvy Mathew, who answered every call no matter how late things wrapped up—all worked together to make this year’s Voice Hunt a remarkable event.
The Eastern Voice Hunt has once again provided a priceless opportunity for the first year students to showcase their talents. A highly anticipated event among the first years, this battle serves as a perfect takeoff event for the aspiring vocalists and instrumentalists fresh out of high school. With its vibrant atmosphere and passionate performances, it not only celebrates raw musical talent but also acts as a medium of expression for anyone who is willing to step into the spotlight.
This year’s Eastern Voice Hunt was a great success, as there was a flow of participants from each and every department. For some it was a stage to express, while for others it was a chance to discover themselves.
There was no contention in the quality of the contestants. The incessant rounds of preparation and unfaltering determination displayed by each of them, polished their musical prowess, allowing their innate passion for victory to shine through. As the songs drifted through the air, a wave of nostalgia came crashing over the audience.
The Eastern Voice Hunt had four rounds—the audition round, the quarter finals, the semi finals, and the Grand Finale. The competition was tough, which helped bring out only the best contestants, who displayed raw talent that was clearly reflected in the effort they had put in to train their tone and pitch. Battling every inch of the way, they left the audience in awe of their captivating performances.
When we spoke to Kripa Ann John, a semi-finalist, it was brought to light that the Voice Hunt social media pages played a great and appreciable role in bringing forward the first year students, acknowledging their roles in the event, and marketing the event as something to look forward to once you join RSET. Most of the candidates found this competition to be a stepping stone, something they could rely on, and moments of which amazing pieces of memories can be built upon. Some of the participants, like Neha Ann Rajeev, collaborated with previous year participants like Karthik Shine, creating a rapport between individuals irrespective of their year of course.
An event would not be successful if it didn’t have a powerful source of support. Communication between various teams—documentation, technical, media, and design—ensured smooth execution of the event. This was not only an opportunity for the singers but was also a collaborative effort of individuals from different areas of expertise. Live instrumentalists, including guitarists and keyboardists, elevated the performances to a level that was on par with the original music.
According to Dr. Silvy Mathew, the faculty in charge, this is not only a good opportunity for the first year students to establish themselves on campus, but also a way for them to form a network, forging bonds through the collective efforts they took to attain a common goal, thereby creating a sense of camaraderie. She also added that though the process behind the selection was hard and arduous, there were mechanisms to ensure transparent and fair promotion of the candidates. She said that this event helps bring about a sense of unity among students from different cultures and languages. Events like these increase students’ exposure in creating a presence of mind, shaped by curiosity and dedication by providing them with an enthralling stage experience.
As the Eastern Voice Hunt came to a close, Neha Ann Rajeev and Aagney S Nair triumphantly raised the winner’s cup of Eastern Voice Hunt marking the end of a memorable event. The exhilarated and enraptured energy of the audience had surely made the event more indelible and special.
Though the curtains are drawn, the memories are forever. As the saying goes, good times fly fast. It is an undeniable fact that all the participants and the audience had a whale of a time. As Winston S. Churchill once said, “This is not the end, this is not even the beginning of the end, this is just perhaps the end of the beginning.” For these talented individuals, the journey has just begun.
