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Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (SB)
Mangaluru, Sep 14: The grand finale of Mogachi Lahran – Naach Baila Naach season 3 concluded in spectacular fashion at the St Agnes auditorium on Sunday, September 13, featuring vibrant cultural performances and high-octane dance showcases.
Following two intense, high-stakes competitive rounds, Arwin Chris D’Cunha from Kulshekar and Slany Sharon D’Souza from Milagres claimed the coveted titles of Baila King 2026 and Baila Queen 2026, taking home a prize package worth Rs 1,00,000. The duo of Charan and Sinora D’Souza secured the first runner-up position with a prize package of Rs 50,000, while Sandesh Monteiro and Siona D’Souza finished as the second runners-up, receiving Rs 25,000.
The evening was officially inaugurated by Fr Rithesh A L Rodrigues, parish priest of Cascia, alongside Walter Nandalike, founder of Daijiworld Media Pvt Ltd; Anil Lobo, chairman of MCC Bank Ltd; Austin D'Souza, entrepreneur; Edwin Pinto and Dora Pinto, Bejai; Yajnesh Barke, owner of Barke Friends; and Jessy Fernandes.
Expressing his heartfelt gratitude to the participants, sponsors, and audience, Vincent Fernandes said, "I am always grateful to the public for warmly embracing every project from the Mogachi Lahran team. After two successful seasons of Naach Baila Naach in Dubai, it was my dream to bring this concept to Mangaluru. Today, that dream has become a reality. I extend my sincere thanks to all the contestants, sponsors, and supporters who stood by me to make this event possible."
Festivities commenced earlier in the day with a grand cultural procession from Bendur to the venue. The finale was elevated by a dynamic live brass band by St Rita Band and musical accompaniment led by Vedson and team, alongside powerhouse vocal performances by Shilpa Cutinha, Zeena Pereira, Robin Sequeira, Jason Lobo, and Vincent Fernandes. Adding to the visual spectacle, models from Wenz Modelling Academy—led by actress and trainer Wencita Dias—set the ramp ablaze, while an energetic traditional Pili Nalike performance by Barke Friends had the audience dancing in the aisles.
The programme was compered by Lavita D’Souza, Sheldon Crasta, and Vincent Mendonca.
Along with Vincent Fernandes, Nigel Pereira, Mukesh Benito, Liston D'Souza, Cletus Lobo, and the entire team received huge appreciation from the audience for a wonderful show.