competition rules

Introduction

The 50 Above 50 competition ("Competition") is organized and conducted by Khyaal (Taisho Ventures Private Limited) ("Organiser"). Khyaal is India’s #1 app for seniors. This Competition aims to celebrate talent among individuals above the age of 50. The Company reserves the right to amend these Rules at its discretion. Participation in the Competition implies acceptance of these rules.


Entry Requirements

  • Be above 50 years of age as of the day of registering for 50 Above 50.
  • Not have any criminal convictions.
  • Not be under any existing contract or arrangement that prevents participation.
  • Be either:
  • A citizen of India residing in India, a person of Indian origin (PIO)
  • An overseas citizen of India (OCI), or
  • A person who possesses a valid Indian visa to perform and work in India at the time of audition (excluding those on a tourist or diplomatic visa).
  • Employees, representatives, or immediate family members of the Company or any associated agencies are not eligible to participate. For the purpose of this Competition, 'immediate family members' include parents, siblings, spouse, children, and in-laws.

Registration Process

  • Participants may register either online through the official website (link) or in-person at the venue during the offline auditions.
  • Required details include:
  • Full Name
  • Contact Number
  • Date of Birth (Proof Required)
  • Contact Information
  • City you are residing in
  • Talent Category (One or more categories as per participant's choice)
  • Registration and entry submission deadlines, as well as offline audition dates, will be announced soon on the official website.

Registration Fees

  • The participation fee for the competition is set at ₹999, which covers registration for two categories.
  • For participants who wish to compete in additional categories, an extra fee of ₹500 per category will be applicable.
  • Khyaal Club members are eligible for complimentary registration for two categories. They are required to pay only for any additional categories they wish to participate in.

Competition Format

Auditions

  1. Auditions will be conducted region-wise. Details on the division of regions will be provided later.
  2. Participants may register either online through the official website or in-person at the venue during the offline auditions.

Online Auditions

  1. Participants are required to complete the online registration form.
  2. Following registration, they may either upload their audition materials or participate in a live online performance, as specified by the category guidelines.

Offline Auditions

  1. Participants have the option to register directly at the offline audition venue.
  2. They will then present their live performance before the panel of judges at the audition venue.

Regional Shortlisting and Advancement

  1. Auditions will be conducted region-wise. Detailed information will be notified to participants soon.
  2. Shortlisting will be conducted separately for each region, ensuring participants compete only with others from their respective states.
  3. Winners from each region will move to the next round, which is the Grand Finale.
  4. All auditions, both online and offline, will be evaluated by a panel of expert judges specialized in each talent category, ensuring fairness and consistency in judgment.
  5. Shortlisted participants will be formally notified through official communication channels, including phone calls, SMS, WhatsApp, and email.

Grand Finale

    Step 1: Finale Performance

    All finalists will deliver their final performance for the Khyaal 50 Above 50 finale. Detailed information will be shared shortly.

    Step 2: Public Voting

    The finale will be conducted exclusively through public voting lines. Finalists can share their voting link with friends and family to increase their chances of winning.

    Step 3: Winner Announcement

    Winners for each category will be revealed based on public voting results. The winners in each category will win up to ₹1 Crore!


    General Rules and Conduct

    1. Participants must adhere to all event rules, timelines, and guidelines.
    2. Participants are strictly prohibited from performing acts that are offensive, dangerous, defamatory, or otherwise inappropriate.
    3. Plagiarism or use of copyrighted materials without permission will result in disqualification.
    4. Any misrepresentation of information or breach of rules will lead to immediate disqualification.
    5. The Company is not responsible for any expenses incurred by Participants (travel, accommodation, costumes, etc.).
    6. The categories for the competition may be modified at any time during the competition at the discretion of the Organiser. Participants will be informed of any changes through official communication channels.
    7. Participants grant the Company full and unrestricted rights to use their name, image, audition videos, and performance footage for promotional, marketing, and media purposes.
    8. This includes use on social media, television, print, digital platforms, and any other mediums deemed appropriate by the Company.
    9. By participating, Participants waive any rights to review or approve such usage and consent to the use of their image and performance footage in perpetuity, worldwide.

    Disqualification & Penalties

    1. The Company reserves the right to disqualify Participants for:
    2. Breaching Competition Rules
    3. Engaging in misconduct or unethical behavior
    4. Violating intellectual property rights
    5. Disrupting the Competition process

    Prizes & Awards

    1. The total prize pool for all winners is up to ₹1 Crore.
    2. Prizes are non-transferable and subject to applicable taxes.

    Legal & Liability

    1. The Company is not liable for any injuries, losses, death or damages sustained by Participants.
    2. The Company reserves the right to modify or cancel the Competition at any time.
    3. Any disputes will be resolved at the discretion of the Company, and the decision will be final.
    4. Participation in the Competition implies agreement to these terms.

    Contact Information

    For any queries, Participants can contact [Organizer’s Contact Details] or visit [Official Website]


    *Participation is exclusively for senior citizens. By entering, contestants agree to abide by all contest rules and decisions. Khyaal reserves the right to use all submissions and session recordings for promotional purposes, including but not limited to advertising and social media.

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