Kushal Paul, a 17-year-old from Kolkata, is the latest to win music reality show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, which has been on air since 1995. The grand finale of the 19th season of the show was aired on Sunday night.

Paul, who came to be known as the rockstar of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, was part of singer-composer Pritam Chakraborty’s team on the singing talent hunt show. “Never in my wildest dream had I thought of such a big win. The show has given me a chance to meet and perform in front of legendary singers like Asha tai (Asha Bhosle), Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Kumar Sanu,” he said.

“I am also grateful to the audiences for having voted for me and showering me with so much love. But this journey wouldn’t have been the same without the guidance, support and love of my mentor, Pritam da. I want to dedicate this victory to my mentor and my family,” Paul said in a statement