On June 25, Maya Neelakantan, a 10-year-old prodigy from India, captivated America’s Got Talent judges with her shredding guitar skills. She traveled all the way from India and took the stage with sheer confidence, wielding her guitar like a seasoned rock star.
Maya’s Audition Takes the Stage by Storm
Maya began her act with Papa Roach’s Last Resort,
initially strumming the opening chords before fully immersing in her performance. Her blend of youthful charm and exceptional talent was evident as she moved into a fierce headbang and showcased her masterful skills on the electric guitar.
Judges’ Reaction Reflects Genuine Awe
The performance climaxed with roaring applause from both the judges and the audience. All four judges gave her a standing ovation. Sofia Vergara exclaimed, Are you sure you’re 10 years old? Your energy, your confidence. A perfect audition. Amazing.
Simon Cowell, known for his often critical feedback, was enthusiastic about Maya’s transformation on stage. He said, You know what I love about this audition? You just weren’t expecting this. You were so shy, and you’re 10! And then you turned into, like, this rock goddess.
Backstage Support from Family and Fans
Backstage, host Terry Crews was seen cheering alongside Maya’s family as she performed. The moment not only delighted viewers but also created an emotional highlight of the episode.
Praise and Predictions for a Bright Future
Heidi Klum expressed admiration for Maya’s courage and skill at such a young age saying, I think that you are absolutely incredible… Everyone in this room really loved what you just did. You should be very, very proud of yourself.
Simon echoed these sentiments by highlighting the complexity of the electric guitar and praised Maya for conquering it.
Papa Roach themselves reacted positively on Instagram, celebrating Maya’s incredible rendition of their song with a supportive comment: Let’s gooo!!?? absolutely killed it Maya!
A Moment of Joy
Maya’s YouTube page indicates she is now 11 years old, reflecting on her outstanding debut with gratitude:
Wow!! What an honor for this early release and also what an honor that I got to play for the first time on stage and it’s on America’s Got Talent!
The online community has equally acclaimed her performance, thanking her for creating an unforgettable memory.
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