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'AGT' Season 18: Who is Cakra Khan? Indonesian pop singer pursues late father's dream of seeing him in talent competition

Cakra Khan's eyes are set on the coveted Golden Buzzer of 'AGT' Season 18 to get started on his international music career

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: The auditions of 'America's Got Talent' Season 18 continue, and in the upcoming week, viewers will be introduced to Cakra Khan, one of the 15 contestants who will be competing to get the nod from the judges to move forward. Khan, 31, is a talented singer from Indonesia and is already renowned in his home country. His performance will mark the second act from an Indonesian singer after Putri Ariani, who earned Simon Cowell's coveted Golden Buzzer with her angelic voice.

'AGT' fans can expect to delve into the upcoming round of auditions and be amazed by a diverse range of extraordinary acts, including viral sensations, magicians, acrobats, dancers, singers, and even some remarkable individuals from other 'Got Talent' shows worldwide. Like previous episodes, Terry Crews will be the charming host, while the esteemed panel of judges will feature Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, Simon, and Sofia Vergara.

Who is Cakra Khan?

Khan, a singer-songwriter from Indonesia, embarked on his prominent musical journey in 2013 when he gained widespread recognition with the release of his self-titled debut album. Imbued with a passion for music, he dedicated his formative years to honing his skills at the esteemed Bandung High School of Music, where he studied from 2009 to 2014. It was in 2012 that he unveiled his debut single, 'Harus Terpisah'. Khan's musical prowess extends beyond his solo endeavors, as he has graced compilation albums such as 'Bebi Romeo Signature' and 'Rudy Habibie'. Born to loving parents Hermana and Entik Trisuyatmi, he shares a special bond with his sibling, Citra Pitriyami.

The reach of his artistry transcends traditional boundaries, as he has amassed a significant following on social media. With around 560k devoted followers on Instagram, he frequently treats them to glimpses of his life and delightful anecdotes about his feline companions. Khan expressed his desire to participate in the show as a way to honor his late father's dream of seeing him compete in this renowned talent hunt while also acknowledging his reluctance to return to singing competitions as he aspires to pursue an international music career, as reported by Berita Satu. 

Cakra Khan on 'AGT' Season 18

Khan took to Instagram to announce his upcoming audition on Season 18 of 'AGT' with a heartfelt caption that read, "Bismillah, Hi hi hi! Assalamualaikum smuanya ❤️ I would like to share amazing news, that I auditioned for America's Got Talent Season 18 @agt, and my audition would be airing on NBC next Tuesday, July 18th, 2023. Please tune in!" Eagerly anticipating the support and love from his fans, he expressed gratitude for their prayers and encouragement. As anticipation builds, the stage is set for yet another remarkable performance that will captivate viewers worldwide and maybe even bag a Golden Buzzer on its way. 

Tune in on Tuesdays to catch new episodes of 'America's Got Talent' Season 18 at 8 pm ET/PT on NBC.