The wait is over: Star Search returns to find Singapore’s future stars

Singapore, 21 June 2024 – Star Search 才华横溢出新秀is back! After a five-year hiatus, Mediacorp’s iconic talent discovery programme is set to return to uncover future stars with the elusive “X-factor”.  The search begins with three rounds of open auditions to be held on 6 and 7 July at Funan, and 13 July at Orchard Central. Future stars, this is the moment you have been waiting for!

 Since its inception in 1988, Star Search has been instrumental in uncovering and nurturing some of Singapore’s most beloved celebrities, including Zoe Tay 郑惠玉, Chen Han Wei 陈汉玮, Chew Chor Meng 周初明, Christopher Lee 李铭顺, Yvonne Lim 林湘萍, Qi Yuwu 戚玉武, Felicia Chin 陈凤玲, Desmond Tan 陈泂江, Ya Hui 雅慧, Zhang Ze Tong 张哲通 and more. Now in its 12th edition, Star Search 2024 invites aspiring stars to take the first step towards joining their ranks.

 In proving that they have what it takes to become the next big sensation, hopefuls aged between 17 – 30 years old must first shine at the open auditions through a series of challenges. Specifically, they will first be tested on their ability to express different emotions; followed by an opportunity to flaunt their charisma through physical strength and endurance, as well as their wits and knowledge. For application requirements and audition details can be found at mediacorp.com.sg/starsearch2024.  

Amongst shortlisted contenders who pass the auditions, 20 budding stars will be further identified by a panel of industry veterans. They will embark on a thrilling five-month journey packed with extensive mentorship and thrilling knockout challenges, all aimed at discovering their true potential and reveal who is poised to become the next big star. The competition will be fierce, but for the stars who make it to the top, the rewards are immense – including a brand new BYD car for each of the top three winners, and a Mediacorp contract for the grand champion.

Meanwhile, audiences can look forward to witnessing their journeys to stardom in a curated five-episode series, set to show every Sunday from 20 October, culminating in a “LIVE” Final Battle on 24 November. For show details, please refer to Annex A.

Angeline Poh, Chief Customer and Corporate Development Officer, Mediacorp, said: “We are thrilled to present the latest edition of Star Search, a cornerstone in Mediacorp’s mission to discover and nurture the next generation of stars in the local showbiz industry. This iconic initiative has been pivotal in shaping Singapore’s entertainment landscape, launching the careers of many well-loved media personalities. We are excited to embark on this journey once again and can't wait to meet the stars of tomorrow.”

For more information, please visit mediacorp.com.sg/starsearch2024.  

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Annex A: Star Search 2024 show details

Media contacts

Chua Pauline
Communications Specialist
chuapauline@mediacorp.com.sg

Lim Zi Ai
Communications Specialist
ziai.lim@mediacorp.com.sg

About Mediacorp

Mediacorp is Singapore’s national media network and largest content creator. Its purpose is to create engaging and trusted content, as well as to connect communities and inspire people. Mediacorp engages over three million people in Singapore daily across four languages on its digital platforms including mewatch, melisten and CNA.asia, six TV channels and 11 radio stations. Beyond Singapore, Mediacorp also has a growing international audience through CNA and content distributed across markets.

With a focus on nurturing talent and growing the sector, the company is committed to investing in nation-wide initiatives like Star Search, Anugerah, Yaar Antha Star and SPOP, commissioning a wide variety of work from local content creators, and collaborating with institutes of higher learning. As Singapore’s first local Multi-Channel Network in partnership with YouTube, Mediacorp is also committed to developing a network of digital content creators.

For advertisers, Mediacorp has partnered industry-leading brands like ESPN, Mothership, theAsianparent, VICE, YouTube and 99.co to form the Mediacorp Digital Network in offering more effective content-driven solutions. 

Mediacorp is the recipient of industry accolades including New York Festivals, World Media Festivals, PromaxBDA (World and Asia) and Asian Academy Creative Awards.

For more information, please visit mediacorp.sg.