A new TV show called “I Can See Your Voice,” a musical game show based on a famous South Korean format, is about to start airing in Singapore. The first episode will air on Channel 5 on January 13. The show is already popular in more than 30 countries around the world.
The idea behind the show is interesting: contestants have to use several clues and challenges to determine which singers are real and which are fake. The winning mystery singer in each show can win SG$ 10,000, about $7,300. There is also a chance to win a Nissan Leaf in the season-long contest.
Joakim Gomez and Munah Bagharib are co-hosting this one-of-a-kind show. Gomez was a finalist on Singapore Idol and is now a radio host for Mediacorp 987. Bagharib is a famous speaker and host who also raises awareness about mental health and dementia.
A well-known group of celebrity detectives will help solve the musical riddles. Benjamin Kheng, known for his work with The Sam Willows and as a solo artist, talks about his experience: “We get clues, compete in lip-sync challenges, and question contestants.” My job is to tell you whether the mystery singers are skilled, and I have to be honest or dishonest about it.
Actor Gurmit Singh, known for his part as Phua Chu Kang, says the show is like a musical version of Cluedo. “The clues can be helpful or completely off the mark.” Singh and Najip Ali, who plays another detective, get along so well that the producers had to keep them apart while shooting to keep everyone’s attention on the story.
The panel is joined by Najip Ali, who has worked in theater for decades. He says, “My job as a celebrity detective is distinguishing between good and bad singers.” His ideas may sometimes make it harder for contestants to decide what to do. Ali has hosted and created shows like “Asia Bagus” and “Berani Nyanyi?”
Xixi Lim rounds out the group with her comedic skills and body-positive message through her work as an actress, model, and singer.
The Singaporean version of “I Can See Your Voice” is the latest in a famous global franchise adapted in the US, UK, Thailand, and the Philippines, among other places. Each version stays true to the original format while considering the area’s customs.
New episodes air on Channel 5 every week, and viewers can also watch them on Me Watch and YouTube, so they can watch the show on a variety of devices.
