According to VTV Times, after a search and selection process of outstanding talents, the "Sao Mai 2026" Final Round officially entered its first competition night with the theme "Starting Up".

In the first live show, each contestant will choose a song to showcase their vocals, style, and musical personality. This is also the first time the contestants will perform live with a band on stage in the final round, requiring stage presence, song interpretation, and live performance skills.

The opening live show of 'Sao Mai 2026' will eliminate 2 contestants - Photo 1.

Contestants rehearse for the first live show of the "Sao Mai 2026" Final Round. Photo: VTV

While the previous rounds were opportunities for contestants to showcase their unique styles, from Live Show 1 onwards, the competition officially enters a fierce phase with the introduction of elimination. Each live show will see two contestants eliminated, meaning every performance is crucial to their journey to conquer the top spot in "Sao Mai 2026".

With the theme "Starting Over," Live Show 1 is expected to open a new and challenging chapter, where the talent, musical personality, and stage presence of the contestants will gradually be revealed more clearly.

The opening live show of 'Sao Mai 2026' will eliminate 2 contestants - Photo 2.

16 contestants participated in the Final Round of "Sao Mai 2026". Photo: VTV

Previously, after a nationwide selection process, 16 contestants officially qualified for the Final Round of "Sao Mai 2026". For these 16 contestants, it's not just a competition to find the winner. The greater value lies in the fact that from the Sao Mai stage, these young singers can continue to grow, create their own products, build their identity, and find their place in Vietnamese music.

The final round of "Sao Mai 2026" brings together artists, educators, and music producers who have made significant contributions to the arts. The three judges serving throughout the final round are: People's Artist Tan Minh - Director of Thang Long Music and Dance Theatre, Head of the Judging Panel; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Meritorious Artist Tan Nhan - Head of the Vocal Department, Vietnam National Academy of Music; and music producer and composer Nguyen Hai Phong.

Liveshow 1 - "Kick-off" of the "Sao Mai 2026" Final Round will be broadcast live at 9 PM on Sunday, October 4th on VTV3.

Source: https://giadinh.suckhoedoisong.vn/liveshow-mo-man-sao-mai-2026-se-loai-2-thi-sinh-172261003102333099.htm