[2] This is the first reality television show in India which involves live audience voting.

[2][3] The first season of the show was hosted by singer-actor Meiyang Chang and dancer-choreographer Raghav Juyal.

In contrast to other singing competition TV shows which feature a cast of celebrity judges, Rising Star features a cast of celebrity experts and considers the viewers at home the judges.

[4] During each performance, the audience at home is able to decide in real time whether or not a contestant is sent through to the next round by using a mobile voting app.

As a reportage of the announced performer is shown, viewers are invited to register for voting for that specific act.

On 16 October 2016, Variety reported that Viacom18 had signed a licensing deal with Keshet International for the format rights to Rising Star.