X Factor India - Episode 19 - 16th Jul 2011 - Part 1 of 4
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The competition has reached such a level that the tension is visible on the face of Judge Gurus as well as the contestants. Today's episode showcases the evergreen romantic numbers from Bollywood. The first one to perform is Sahiti G. She presents an act on 'Kaanto Se Kheench Ke' confidently and smilingly. Her melodious singing makes everyone appreciate. Sanjay Leela Bhansali exclaims that it is her best performance till date. Nirmitee comes in full flow with their version of 'Chhod Do Aanchal'. They mix it with some Spanish and English lyrics along with their harmonies and make it sound a new song altogether. Shreya Ghoshal and Sanjay Leela Bhansali give them a standing ovation. Aditya Narayan asks Ranjana if she likes anyone, so she reveals that she is in love with Shahid Kapoor. Aditya then teases her by putting on a Shahid Kapoor mask. Amit Jhadav performs on an extremely romantic number 'Meri Soni'. He performs with flair and looked happier than the previous performance. He gets appreciated for getting back his confidence which he was loosing in the previous performances.

X FACTOR INDIA -- is the big daddy of all music shows in scale and size. With versions in 24 countries and a unique format that gives contestants the chance to showcase their talent regardless of the age.
A singing show with a unique format that gives everyone a chance to showcase their talent. Open to all citizens of India over the age of 16, the auditions will be divided into 3 categories, viz. 16-25 years, 25 & above and individual groups. Participants that make through the final selection will then be divided into three groups with each group headed by a mentor. Of this lot, the top 12 will be selected to participate in the Galas and prove their mettle to the entire nation
Hosted by the multi-talented Aditya Narayan & judged by the stalwarts of the Indian Film Industry Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal & Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the show premiered on 29th May 2011 on Sony Entertainment Television.
Sonu Nigam: He is a highly successful actor, singer and anchor. Having spun numbers like Mera Rang De Basanti Chola, Dil Dooba and Kal Ho Na Ho among numerous others, this versatile performer has won many accolades and is now all set to mesmerize the nation with his role as a judge in X FACTOR INDIA .
Sanjay Leela Bhansali: Needless to say, one of India's greatest film makers having moved hearts right from his first film, Khamoshi -- The Musical to Hum Dil Chuke Sanam to Guzaarish, this producer, writer, director and recently turned musician has received several accolades for his creativity abilities. As one of the judges for X FACTOR INDIA' Sanjay has vowed to pick only the best.
Shreya Ghoshal: For Shreya life has come full circle, from a being a contestant on a reality show to being the judge on the biggest music reality show on Indian television. This gifted singer's first film "Devdas" not only saw her getting a Filmfare 'RD. Burman Award for New Music Talent' but also the 'best female playback singer' award. After lending her voice in more than 180 films and receiving four National Film Awards, she is all set to win hearts in her new avatar as a judge in X FACTOR INDIA.