Hunt for the Secret Superstar 2025: Celebrating Young Talent and Empowering Dreams
The state-level grand finale of the talent-boosting initiative “Hunt for the Secret Superstar – Season 4”, organized by the NGO Care For You Foundation, will be held on Sunday, 9th November 2025, at the D.Y. Patil Auditorium, Pimpri-Chinchwad.
About the Organizers
The Care For You Foundation works to provide underprivileged children with education, values, and opportunities. The foundation is 80G, FCRA, and CSR certified, and this initiative provides a platform for children from various child care institutions across Maharashtra to showcase their skills.
Grand Finale Participants
More than 90 selected participants from over 40 child care institutions across the state will compete in four main categories:
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Painting
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Handicrafts
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General Knowledge
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Singing
These children have undergone months of rigorous training and pre-finale auditions to prepare for the final showdown.
Program Highlights
The event will begin at 1:00 PM with an interactive session featuring Dr. V. Narayanan, Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), who will serve as the chief guest. His inspiring journey will motivate children to dream without limits.
Other dignitaries include:
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IPS Krishna Prakash, DG and Chief of Force One, Maharashtra Police – Chief Patron
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Aditi Tatkare, Minister for Women and Child Development, Maharashtra – Chairperson of the event
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Dr. P.D. Patil, Vice Chancellor, D.Y. Patil University
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Commissioner Nayana Gunde and other esteemed guests
Inspiration Behind the Initiative
The program is led by the founder and trustee, CA Payal Sarda Rathi, whose vision has empowered thousands of children by fostering education, self-confidence, and self-reliance.
This year, the tradition continues with 80 winners receiving lifetime sponsorship for education and residential support, ensuring that their futures are secured even after the competition concludes.
Collaborations and Support
The initiative is supported by:
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Women & Child Development Department, Maharashtra
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D.Y. Patil University (Venue Partner)
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SilverRise Group, Chairman Santosh Barne
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Moniji Enterprises (Hospitality Partner)
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Shri Gopal Ramnath Dhoot Foundation & SNJ Enterprises (Printing Partner)
Beyond Competition
“Hunt for the Secret Superstar” is not just a talent search. It celebrates creativity, confidence, and sensitivity. Through training camps, mentorship sessions, and motivational workshops, children discover their potential and shape a bright future.
Aligned with the foundation’s philosophy of “Spreading Smiles Miles & Miles”, the grand finale is more than a competition; it’s a movement that believes in equal opportunities and encouragement.
