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Dangdut Academy 8 progresses to Top 21 stage

Overview

Dangdut Academy 8 began its final audition stage on 29 June 2026, featuring coaches Fildan and Melly Lee, alongside mentors Tasya DA7 and Valen DA7. During this phase, contestants such as 16-year-old Delira from Garut and Bhita from Pangkal Pinang drew praise from judges for their vocal presence.

By 8 July 2026, the competition advanced several singers to the next stage, including Kadhafy, Sakhi, Rama, and Idoy. The Top 42 lineup was officially unveiled on 12 July 2026, featuring a diverse roster from across Indonesia, including Intan Ladiva Marsya (‘Diva’) from Riau.

Elimination rounds for the Top 42 commenced on 15 July 2026. The competition has since progressed through the Top 31 stage, where the trio of Anggini, Bhita, and Alexa received standing ovations from judges Soimah, Nassar, and Lesti Kejora for their performance of ‘Egois’. During this stage, 20-year-old Ari from Sampang shared that his motivation is to improve his family's economic situation after previously working in manual labor and TikTok live streaming.

As of 31 August 2026, the competition has entered the Top 21 stage, with contestants divided into four groups. Notable participants include Putri Isnari, a former runner-up of Dangdut Academy 4, who returns to the Indosiar stage following the birth of her child in March 2026. The Top 21 phase is scheduled to run from 31 August to 2 September 2026, with coaching provided by Fildan, Selfi Yamma, and Melly Lee.

Entities

Fildan · Melly Lee · Indosiar · Putri Isnari · Dangdut Academy 8

Timeline

  1. 12 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Dangdut Academy 8 enters Top 21 stage on Indosiar

    Dangdut Academy 8 enters its Top 21 stage on Indosiar, featuring the return of former runner-up Putri Isnari and coaching from Fildan, Selfi Yamma, and Melly Lee.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Dangdut Academy 8 reaches Top 31 stage

    Dangdut Academy 8 enters the Top 31 stage, featuring standout performances from a trio of contestants and the personal journey of participant Ari, who worked as a construction laborer before the show.

  3. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Dangdut Academy 8 kicks off Top 42 rounds on Indosiar and Vidio

    Dangdut Academy 8 began its Top 42 rounds on 15‑16 July 2026, with teams Selfi Yamma and Fildan, judges Soimah and others, broadcast live on Indosiar and Vidio.

  4. 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Dangdut Academy 8 Announces Top 42 Contestants Across Indonesia

    Dangdut Academy 8 reveals its Top 42 contestants, including Riau’s Intan Ladiva Marsya (Diva), showcasing talent from across Indonesia for the next competition stage.

  5. 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Dangdut Academy 8 Final Audition Advances Four Contestants

    Four singers – Kadhafy, Sakhi, Rama and Idoy – moved on from Group 6 of the Dangdut Academy 8 final audition on 8 July 2026, with Idoy noting his comeback after a 2020 LIDA setback.

  6. 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources
    Dangdut Academy 8 finalists impress judges as competition reaches final audition stage

    Six singers, including Anisa Syakila, Melani and Bhita, advance to the Dangdut Academy 8 final audition, drawing high praise from judges for vocal skill and stage presence.

  7. 3 months ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Dangdut Academy 8 Final Auditions Kick Off Across Indonesia

    Dangdut Academy 8’s Final Auditions run 29 June‑10 July 2026, with daily 19:00 WIB broadcasts, coaches Fildan and Melly Lee mentoring contestants like 16‑year‑old Garut singer Delira.

Sources

comunicados.co · matamata.com · musik.kapanlagi.com · plus.kapanlagi.com · showbiz.liputan6.com · torino.gaiaitalia.com · wisalnews.com

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