Open Mic Talent Show
Hashtag Kalakar presents the Global Open Mic Talent Show 2025—a one-of-a-kind online competition for artists, performers, and entertainers worldwide! Whether you’re a singer, poet, comedian, musician, storyteller, or spoken word artist, this is your chance to shine on a global stage and win amazing prizes.
Last Date of Registration: 31st March 2025
1st Prize - $5,000
2nd Prize - $3,000
3rd Prize - $1,000
The top 10 participants will be featured in 40+ News Articles
The competition is entirely online. Registered participants will receive detailed instructions on the online process via email.
Key Dates
📌 Last Date for Registration: 31st March 2025
📌 Video Submission Deadline: 31st October 2025
📌 Final Results Announcement: (To be announced after submission closes)
Why Participate?
✅ Perform for a worldwide audience from the comfort of your home.
✅ Win cash prizes & global recognition.
✅ Get featured in international media & publications.
✅ Receive a National & Global Ranking Certificate.
✅ Boost your career with professional exposure!
Exciting Prizes & Perks
🏆 1st Prize: $5,000
🥈 2nd Prize: $3,000
🥉 3rd Prize: $1,000
📺 Magazine Cover Feature: One participant will be randomly selected to appear on an International Arts & Entertainment Magazine cover.
📰 Media Coverage: The top 10 performers will be featured in 40+ news publications.
🌍 Ranking Certificates: All participants will receive National and Global Ranking Certificates.
🌟 Publication & Recognition: The top 1000 participants will be featured in an International Talent Magazine.
Who Can Participate?
🎤 Singers - Any genre, solo or group performances.
🎭 Spoken Word Artists - Expressive, thought-provoking performances.
🎸 Musicians - Instrumental or vocal performances.
📖 Poets & Storytellers - Original poetry or storytelling acts.
😂 Comedians - Stand-up acts, humorous monologues.
🎬 Monologues & Acting Performances - Solo acting or dramatic readings.
🎼 Rap & Beatboxing - Freestyle or pre-written performances.
How to Register?
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Choose Your Talent Category and complete the registration process.
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Pay the registration fee (fully refundable if not selected in Round 1).
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Receive your submission link via email within 48 hours.
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Submit your performance video in MP4, MOV, or AVI format.
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If selected, your act will be featured, and you will receive further instructions.
Submission Guidelines
🎥 Submit a high-quality video recording of your performance.
🎤 Ensure clear audio & visual quality for a better audience experience.
🚫 No copyrighted music or content allowed.
📏 Video length should be 3 to 7 minutes max.
Competition Rounds
🎭 Round 1: Top 100 participants from every country will be shortlisted.
🎭 Round 2: The best 100 participants worldwide will advance.
🎭 Final Round: Winners will be selected based on jury evaluation (50%) and audience voting (50%).
📢 Audience Voting: Conducted online on our website.
🔹 Round 1: National Selection Round
📌 Goal: Shortlist 100 top participants from each country.
📌 Selection Criteria:
✅ Judges evaluate all submitted performances based on talent, originality, and stage presence.
✅ Audience voting is optional at this stage but can be used for wild card selections.
📌 Judging Panel Weightage: 100% Judges' Score
📌 Wild Card Entries: A limited number (e.g., 10%) of additional participants can be selected based on audience votes per country.
➡️ Advancing to Round 2: The 100 best participants per country (including wild cards) move forward.
🔹 Round 2: Global Semi-Finals
📌 Goal: Select the top 100 participants worldwide.
📌 Selection Criteria:
✅ 50% Judges' Score (technical skills, creativity, performance quality).
✅ 50% Audience Votes (engagement and popularity).
📌 Voting Duration: Open for 7-10 days on the competition website.
📌 Judges' Review: Ensures high-quality talent advances and prevents vote manipulation.
➡️ Advancing to the Final Round: The top 100 globally based on combined judges' scores and audience votes.
🔹 Final Round: The Grand Finale
📌 Goal: Select the winners (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place).
📌 Selection Criteria:
✅ 50% Judges' Score (performance quality, stage presence, originality, and impact).
✅ 50% Audience Votes (engagement and global appeal).
📌 Live Performance Option: The top 10 finalists can be invited for a live-streamed online performance for final judging.
📌 Promotion: The finalists get media features and public voting campaigns for visibility.
🏆 Winners Announced: The top 3 performers are selected based on combined judges’ scores & audience votes.
Rules & Regulations
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Original Content: All performances must be original and performed by the participant. Any form of plagiarism or use of copyrighted content without permission will result in disqualification.
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Video Submission: Videos must be submitted in MP4, MOV, or AVI format and should have clear audio and visuals.
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Time Limit: Performances must be between 3 to 7 minutes long.
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No Hate Speech or Offensive Content: Any performance containing hate speech, violence, explicit content, or discrimination will be disqualified immediately.
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No AI-Generated Content: All performances should be created and performed by humans. AI-generated voice, music, or text will not be considered.
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One Entry Per Registration: Each participant is allowed to submit one performance per registration. Multiple registrations are allowed.
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No Editing or Overlays: Video submissions should be unedited performances—background enhancements, overlays, or auto-tuned audio are not allowed.
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Dress Code & Presentation: Costumes or attire must be appropriate for a general audience and align with community guidelines.
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Audience Voting Rules: Participants can share their performance link for audience votes, but any attempt to use bots or fraudulent methods to increase votes will lead to immediate disqualification.
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Judges’ Decision is Final: The judging panel’s evaluation is final and cannot be contested.
Contact Us
📧 For queries, email us at: hashtagkalakar@gmail.com
🌎 Follow us on social media for updates!
Final Notes
🎶 The winner’s content will be removed from the website post-event and featured in our magazine.
⏳ Keep track of important dates and submission guidelines.
🌟 Let your voice be heard—Showcase your talent with #Kalakar!