Shillong, July 19: Emerging singing sensation Kitkupar Nongsiej has become the Indian to qualify for the Grand Finale of the prestigious World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA) 2026 in Las Vegas, USA.
After an impressive performance in the semi-finals on July 1, the young vocalist from Kynshi village in Eastern West Khasi Hills district secured his place in the final of the event dubbed “Olympics of Performing Arts”.
The results, announced after the competition, confirmed his entry into the Grand Finale, scheduled for July 20.
The Finale will feature the highest-scoring performers from across the world competing for the coveted title of Grand Champion Performer of the World.
Kitkupar has emerged as one of the standout performers of Team India, impressing judges with his vocal ability and stage presence through the preliminary and semi-final rounds.
His journey to the global stage began after winning Ka Sur Kynud Season 3, Meghalaya’s premier singing competition organised by the Don Bosco Media Network (DBMN).
He later earned a place in Team India after clearing the international online auditions for WCOPA.
Reacting to his qualification, Kitkupar described it as a dream come true.
“Qualifying for the Grand Finale of WCOPA is a proud moment not only for me but for Meghalaya and India. I thank Almighty God, my parents, mentors, the Don Bosco Media Network and everyone who has supported and prayed for me,” he said.
Regardless of the outcome of the final, Kitkupar’s remarkable run at WCOPA has already established him as one of the region’s brightest young musical talents and placed Meghalaya in the global spotlight.
