Afghanistan: Afghan Star

Audience members wave glow sticks at the Afghan Star finals in Kabul. In the fall of 2005 the {quote}American Idol{quote}-inspired Afghan Star (a reality based talent show) premiered on Tolo TV. Over 500 hopefuls waited hours to audition before a panel of 3 judges inside the Kabul City Centre. Viewers could vote for contestants via SMS text messaging.
Afghan Star

Audience members wave glow sticks at the Afghan Star finals in Kabul. In the fall of 2005 the "American Idol"-inspired Afghan Star (a reality based talent show) premiered on Tolo TV. Over 500 hopefuls waited hours to audition before a panel of 3 judges inside the Kabul City Centre. Viewers could vote for contestants via SMS text messaging.