
Big Stage
Season 3
20208 episodes
Season 3 of Big Stage featuring 12 Malaysian singers competing over eight weeks under COVID-19 safety measures. Hosted by Alif Satar and Sherry Alhadad, the season introduced a rotating "President Netizen" panel alongside judges Faizal Tahir, Dayang Nurfaizah, and Ajai. Contestants faced themed performances and weekly eliminations, with professional judging and audience votes determining their progress. The grand finale took place on October 4, 2020, at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre, featuring an all-male lineup for the first time. Azzam Sham was crowned champion, winning RM100,000, while Usop finished second and Qody Rany placed third. Dinie Rashid and Fadh Majid completed the top five.
Episodes
- E1
Episode 1
2020-08-16
The opening concert introduces 12 aspiring singers competing for the third Big Stage championship under the theme Lagu Sendiri dan Cover (Original Songs and Covers). Contestants showcase their musical identities through original material and cover performances, giving the judges an opportunity to evaluate their vocal strengths and stage presence. Sandra Dianne performs "Hey Kau," Azzam Sham sings "Salam Sejahtera," Usop presents "Selamanya," and Dinie Rashid performs "Bukan Cinta Aku." Other participants, including Yamani Abdillah, Qody Rany, Farisha Iris, and Nana Sheme, demonstrate their distinctive singing styles. The opening round concludes without elimination, allowing all 12 contestants to progress to the following concert.
- E2
Episode 2
2020-08-23
The second concert introduces the energetic Hype Beat theme, challenging contestants to showcase their versatility, movement, and vocal control through lively performances. Azzam Sham performs "Sinar," Qody Rany delivers a reinterpretation of "Cindai," Usop sings "Hati," and Farisha Iris takes on "Pura-Pura Bujang." Other performances include Dinie Rashid's "Batu Dan Golek," Nana Sheme's "Mata," and Sandra Dianne's "Kau Atau Aku." Guest judge Ernie Zakri joins Faizal Tahir, Dayang Nurfaizah, and Ajai, while Caprice represents the audience perspective as President Netizen. Following the judges' evaluations and online voting, Hanie Soraya becomes the season's first eliminated contestant, leaving 11 singers in the competition.
- E3
Episode 3
2020-08-30
The remaining 11 contestants face the Duominasi challenge, requiring them to perform duets with established singers and former Big Stage participants. Azzam Sham partners with Khai Bahar for "Canggung," Usop joins Ara Johari for "Senja Nan Merah," and Qody Rany collaborates with Amir Masdi on "Salam Untuk Kekasih." Other memorable pairings include Yamani Abdillah with Syafiq Farhain, Nana Sheme with Adzrin, and Amir Hasan with Season 1 champion Sarah Suhairi. Guest judge Lah Ahmad joins the permanent judges to evaluate vocal harmony, chemistry, and overall presentation. After the combined assessments and audience voting, Amir Hasan becomes the second contestant eliminated, reducing the competition to ten singers.
- E4
Episode 4
2020-09-06
The fourth concert introduces Baby Bash, a nostalgic challenge requiring contestants to perform songs associated with their birth years. Azzam Sham sings "Mengintai Dari Tirai Kamar," Usop performs "Bukan Ku Tak Sudi," Yamani Abdillah presents "Mimpi Laila," and Nana Sheme delivers No Doubt's "Don't Speak." Guest judge Joe Flizzow joins the judging panel, while Elly Mazlein serves as President Netizen. The concert takes an emotional turn when Sandra Dianne is unable to participate following a serious road accident, prompting the production team to temporarily excuse her from the competition. Yamani Abdillah is subsequently eliminated after receiving the lowest audience vote among the bottom-ranked contestants, leaving eight active singers and Sandra's participation unresolved.
- E5
Episode 5
2020-09-13
The fifth week's competition is replaced by a special tribute concert honoring Sandra Dianne, who passed away on September 11, 2020, following a road accident. Titled #SandraDalamKenangan, the emotional broadcast brings together contestants, judges, friends, and former Big Stage participants to celebrate her life and musical legacy. Dayang Nurfaizah opens the evening with "Di Pintu Syurga," while Qody Rany performs "Kemarin," Azzam Sham sings "Salam Terakhir," and Neeta Manisha delivers Sandra's song "Tulus." Other performers include Usop, Wani Kayrie, Farisha Iris, Fadh Majid, and Faizal Tahir. Personal memories, archival footage, and heartfelt performances commemorate Sandra's contributions to Malaysian music. No competitive judging or elimination takes place, and the remaining contestants advance to the quarterfinal.
- E6
Episode 6
2020-09-20
The competition resumes with eight contestants facing the quarterfinal challenge, Rotasi 36T, which requires them to explore unfamiliar musical genres and showcase their versatility. Azzam Sham performs Linkin Park's "Numb," Usop sings Charlie Puth's "One Call Away," Qody Rany delivers "Teman Pengganti," and Farisha Iris presents BLACKPINK's "How You Like That." An additional battle round increases the pressure as contestants compete for six semifinal places. Guest judge Mas Idayu joins the regular judging panel, while Elly Mazlein serves as President Netizen. Fadh Majid achieves the highest score of the night with 77.7%. Although Dinie Rashid faces elimination, the judges use their final immunity privilege to save him. Nana Sheme and Hafiz Zainal are eliminated, leaving six semifinalists.
- E7
Episode 7
2020-09-27
The semifinal features six remaining contestants competing in two demanding rounds, Duominasi Platinum and Veto Juri. The first segment pairs contestants with established performers, including Azzam Sham with Bob Yusof for "Gundah," Usop with Haqiem Rusli for "Kembali Merindu," and Qody Rany with Naqiu for "Satu." In the second round, contestants perform songs selected by the permanent judges, testing technical ability, emotional expression, and adaptability. Azzam Sham impresses with Judika's "Tak Mungkin Bersama," while Dinie Rashid tackles Coldplay's "Adventure of a Lifetime." Guest judge Syafinaz Selamat joins the panel for the crucial evaluations. Azzam leads the night with 81.9%, while Farisha Iris is eliminated after receiving the lowest audience vote among the bottom three, confirming the five grand finalists.
- E8
Episode 8
2020-10-04
The grand finale brings together five male finalists—Azzam Sham, Usop, Qody Rany, Dinie Rashid, and Fadh Majid—for the decisive Ultimatum challenge. Each contestant performs two contrasting songs, one energetic and one slower, to demonstrate vocal versatility and artistic maturity. Azzam Sham performs Bruno Mars's "Grenade" and Siti Nurhaliza's "Aku Bidadari Syurgamu," while Usop delivers "Arjuna" and "Peluang Kedua." Qody Rany performs "Aladin" and "Bukan Dia Tapi Aku," with Dinie Rashid and Fadh Majid completing the competition. Guest judge Misha Omar joins the regular panel, and Elly Mazlein returns as President Netizen. After the final evaluations and audience voting, Azzam Sham is crowned champion with 67.85% of the judges' marks, winning RM100,000 and a trophy. Usop finishes second, followed by Qody Rany, Dinie Rashid, and Fadh Majid.
