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DID Li’l Masters auditions kick-off on OZEE
MUMBAI: Even as Dance India Dance Season 6 sets new benchmarks in the world of dance with spectacular performances presented by India’s youth, the stage is already being set for the even younger guns of the country to take their dance dreams to unparalleled heights. In keeping with Zee TV’s new brand ideology ‘AajLikhengeKal’, the channel gives wings to the aspirations of the country’s most talented dancing child prodigies as it announces the online auditions for its flagship dance reality show for kids – DID Li’l Masters.
To be conducted digitally on OZEE, DID Li’l Masters will give parents of India’s indomitable entertainment brigade the opportunity to enroll their children for the show’s upcoming season at the mere click of a button. To participate in DID Li’l Masters, interested families need to visit http://www.ozee.com/DIDlilmasters, answer a few questions and upload an audition video taking the contestants one step closer to realizing their dreams of making a name for themselves in the world of dance. This link will also be accessible to dance enthusiasts through Zee TV’s social media platforms.
The very first platform on Indian television to give dance its due respect, Dance India Dance revolutionized dance in India and made it a mainstream career choice for millions. The platform has introduced some spectacular talent each season – Be it Dharmesh, Shakti Mohan, Punit J Pathak, Salman Yusuf, Raghav Juyal or Prince, each of them has gone on to carve a niche for themselves and become a name to reckon with in the entertainment fraternity. DID Líl Masters, its brand extension celebrating the dancing talent of the kids across the country, has been a huge success across its three previous seasons.
If dance is your child’s dream and they have the passion to set the stage ablaze with their performances, if you believe they have what it takes to win the ultimate dance championship in the country, log on to http://www.ozee.com/DIDlilmasters. Come, prove to the world that your child is the Li’l Master that this country has been waiting for!
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Spotify rolls out ‘Verified by Spotify’ badge for artists
New badge and profile details aim to boost transparency in AI-driven music era.
MUMBAI: In a world where even playlists can have imposters, Spotify is adding a badge of trust. The streaming platform has begun rolling out a new ‘Verified by Spotify’ badge, alongside expanded artist profile details, as it looks to bring greater clarity to listeners navigating an increasingly complex mix of human and AI-generated music. The badge, currently in beta, will appear on artist profiles that meet Spotify’s internal criteria for authenticity. These include consistent listener engagement, adherence to platform policies and signs of a real-world presence such as live performances, merchandise or active social media profiles. Notably, profiles representing primarily AI-generated artists will not be eligible for verification at launch.
Spotify says the verification process will combine automated systems with human review, prioritising artists with sustained audience interest over those driven by short-term spikes. The rollout will be gradual, with the badge appearing across profiles and search results over the coming weeks. The company noted that more than 99 per cent of artists users actively search for are already included in the initial phase.
Alongside the badge, Spotify is also introducing a new artist details section within profiles. Available even for non-verified artists, the feature will highlight career milestones, release activity and touring history, offering listeners a more comprehensive view of an artist’s journey and output.
The move builds on Spotify’s broader push towards transparency, complementing existing features such as SongDNA, expanded song credits and AI attribution tools. Together, these updates aim to give users more context about what they are listening to and who is behind it.
As generative AI continues to blur the lines between creator and creation, Spotify’s latest update signals a clear intent: in the streaming era, authenticity is becoming just as important as accessibility.
