Season 5

2023-05-07

The opening concert introduces 13 contestants competing for the fifth Big Stage championship under the theme Manifesto, which allows each performer to showcase their musical identity and distinctive talents. Nadeera Zaini performs Agnes Monica's "Karena Ku Sanggup," Aufahaniee sings "Geming Jiwa," and South Korean contestant HoonDoo delivers "I Will Go to You Like the First Snow." Other competitors include Singaporean singer Farhan Shah, Indonesian contestant Waode, boy band Dem Lepak Boyz, and girl group COEX. Guest judge Lah Ahmad joins Ajai and Aina Abdul, while Nora Danish serves as President Netizen. HoonDoo receives the Best Performance award, and Isaac Voo, Meer Nash, and Farhan Shah finish among the bottom three. No contestant is eliminated, allowing all 13 performers to advance.

2023-05-14

The second concert introduces the energetic Flex Your Beat theme, challenging contestants to demonstrate vocal versatility, rhythm, choreography, and confidence. Nadeera Zaini performs Dua Lipa's "Levitating," Waode interprets Siti Nurhaliza's "Cindai," and Meer Nash combines two songs titled "Flowers" and "Flower" by Miley Cyrus and Jisoo. Isaac Voo performs KRU's "Terhangat Di Pasaran," while Dem Lepak Boyz deliver DOLLA's "BAD." Indonesian singer Andmesh Kamaleng joins the judging panel, and Ryan Bakery appears as President Netizen. Nadeera leads the judges' rankings with 85.67% and earns the Best Performance award. Naufal Azrin initially faces elimination, but Ajai uses his Immunity X privilege to save him, resulting in Isaac Voo becoming the first eliminated contestant.

2023-05-21

The remaining 12 contestants compete under the romantic Asmaraloka theme, performing songs that explore love, devotion, and emotional connection. Nadeera Zaini sings Maher Zain's "Rahmatun Lil'Alameen," HoonDoo performs Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling in Love," and Waode delivers "Sang Dewi." Other performances include Aufahaniee's "Anugerah Terindah," COEX's "Touch," and Putera Muhammad's "True Love." Guest judge Ernie Zakri joins Ajai and Aina Abdul, while actor Mierul Aiman serves as President Netizen. Waode leads the judges' rankings with 90.67%, while Putera Muhammad receives the Best Performance award. After finishing among the bottom three alongside COEX and Meer Nash, Naufal Azrin becomes the second contestant eliminated, having previously been saved by the Immunity X privilege.

2023-05-28

The fourth concert challenges 11 contestants to explore heartbreak, sadness, and emotional vulnerability through the Hari Jiwa Galau theme. Nadeera Zaini performs Misha Omar's "Bunga-Bunga Cinta," Aufahaniee sings "Sisa Rasa," and Waode delivers Christina Aguilera's powerful ballad "Hurt." Other memorable performances include HoonDoo's "Tak Ingin Usai," Farhan Shah's "Di Pintu Syurga," and Meer Nash's "Rapuh." Guest judge Syafinaz Selamat joins the permanent panel, while social media personality Ceddy Ang appears as President Netizen. Waode achieves the highest judges' score with 91.67% and wins the Best Performance award. After repeatedly finishing among the lowest-ranked performers, Meer Nash is eliminated, leaving ten contestants competing for the championship.

2023-06-04

The remaining ten contestants revisit nostalgic songs associated with their school years under the High School Crush theme. Nadeera Zaini performs Siti Nurhaliza's "Engkau Bagaikan Permata," Aufahaniee sings Jaclyn Victor's "Ikut Rentakku," and HoonDoo delivers Davichi's Korean ballad "This Love." Other performances include Puteri Khareeza's "Never Say Never," COEX's "G.I.G," and Dem Lepak Boyz's "Benci Bilang Cinta." Renowned music director Ramli M.S. joins Ajai and Aina Abdul as guest judge, while actor Amir Ahnaf serves as President Netizen. Dem Lepak Boyz wins the Best Performance award, but COEX, Firdaus Rahmat, and Farhan Shah finish among the bottom three. Despite the competitive results, the production announces that no contestant will be eliminated, allowing all ten singers to progress.

2023-06-11

The sixth concert introduces the unpredictable Wow-Wa What's Next challenge, requiring contestants to step outside their comfort zones and demonstrate musical versatility. Nadeera Zaini performs "Hati Kama," Aufahaniee tackles Evanescence's "Bring Me to Life," and HoonDoo interprets the Malay classic "Ghazal Untuk Rabiah." Waode impresses with "Ikan Dalam Kolam," while Putera Muhammad surprises the audience with Mas Idayu's "Cintaku 100%." Indonesian superstar Rossa joins the judging panel, and actor Aeril Zafrel serves as President Netizen. Waode tops the rankings with 95.67%, while Putera Muhammad wins the Best Performance award. The elimination takes an unexpected turn when the judges exercise Immunity X to save Dem Lepak Boyz, resulting in Singaporean singer Farhan Shah being eliminated. Nine contestants advance.

2023-06-18

The seventh concert features the Selebriti Memilih challenge, allowing established Malaysian music personalities to select songs for the remaining nine contestants. Nadeera Zaini performs "Kembali Terang," chosen by Syafinaz Selamat, while Aufahaniee presents "Cinta Sejati," selected by Jaclyn Victor. COEX performs FIFTY FIFTY's "Cupid," chosen by Edry Abdul Halim, and Dem Lepak Boyz tackles Super Junior's "Sorry, Sorry," selected by former host Alif Satar. Other contestants perform material chosen by artists including Marsha Milan, Ernie Zakri, and Kris Dayanti. Guest judge Misha Omar joins the panel, while Namie SMY serves as President Netizen. Nadeera leads the competition with 97.67% and wins the Best Performance award. COEX finishes last with 57.33% and is eliminated, leaving eight quarterfinalists.

2023-06-25

The quarterfinal introduces Juri Pulak Memilih, a challenge in which permanent judges Ajai and Aina Abdul select songs specifically to test the eight remaining contestants' vocal strengths and versatility. Nadeera Zaini performs Ariana Grande's "Problem," Putera Muhammad presents "Asmaradana," and HoonDoo tackles Ailee's "I Will Show You." Other performances include Waode's "Karma," Aufahaniee's "Masih Aku Cinta," and Puteri Khareeza's "Dokter Cinta." Guest judge Ziana Zain joins the judging panel, while actress Anna Jobling serves as President Netizen. Nadeera achieves the highest judges' score with 95%, while Putera Muhammad receives the Best Performance award. Although HoonDoo, Puteri Khareeza, and Firdaus Rahmat finish among the bottom three, the judges request another opportunity for Puteri, resulting in no elimination and allowing all eight contestants to advance.

2023-07-02

The semifinal brings together eight contestants for the BBNU Pun Nak Pilih Jugak challenge, featuring duet performances with established recording artists. Nadeera Zaini collaborates with Khai Bahar on "Aku Cinta," Waode partners with Liza Hanim for "Sepi," and HoonDoo joins Marsha Milan for Adele's "When We Were Young." Other performances include Aufahaniee with Naqiu on "Berakhirlah Pencarianku," Putera Muhammad with Ara Johari on "Kisah Ku Inginkan," and Dem Lepak Boyz with Ayie Elham on "C.H.R.I.S.Y.E." Guest judge AC Mizal joins Ajai and Aina Abdul, while Scha Alyahya serves as President Netizen. Nadeera leads the rankings with 98.67% and earns the Best Performance award. A dramatic double elimination sees Dem Lepak Boyz and Firdaus Rahmat leave the competition, establishing the six grand finalists.

2023-07-09

The grand finale brings together six finalists—Nadeera Zaini, Waode, Putera Muhammad, HoonDoo, Aufahaniee, and Puteri Khareeza—for two decisive rounds under the Ultimatum & Battle Mashup theme. Nadeera performs "Never Enough," Waode delivers "I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That)," and HoonDoo sings "Beautiful." Other finalists present "Fantasia Bulan Madu," "Pudar," and "Pelukan Angkasa." The battle segment pairs Nadeera against Waode, Putera Muhammad against HoonDoo, and Puteri Khareeza against Aufahaniee. Guest judge Ramli M.S. returns alongside President Netizen Jihan Muse. After the final evaluations, Nadeera Zaini is crowned champion with 68.39%, winning RM100,000, a trophy, and an original song from international composer Hyuk Shin. Waode finishes second, followed by Putera Muhammad, HoonDoo, Aufahaniee, and Puteri Khareeza.