Maya Neelakantan: 10-Year-Old Indian Sensation who stole hearts at America’s Got Talent (AGT)

Maya Neelakantan, a 10-year-old guitar prodigy from India, recently dazzled everyone on America’s Got Talent (AGT) with her incredible talent and passion for rock music.

Traveling from India for her audition, Maya Neelakantan wowed the judges with a powerful rendition of Papa Roach’s “Last Resort.” She played her guitar at AGT with confidence, hitting every note perfectly and impressing the entire audience.

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Her family cheered her on from backstage as judges of AGT Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara, Heidi Klum, and Howie Mandel gave Maya Neelakantan a standing ovation, along with the enthusiastic crowd.

Watch her rock the stage:

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Having started her musical journey early, Maya has become skilled in playing complex pieces across various genres, earning her recognition as a rising rock star from India.

The video of her audition went viral on social media, capturing millions of views and sparking widespread excitement. Viewers flooded the comments with admiration and amazement.

Among those praising the Indian star for her exceptional talent was Anand Mahindra, Chairman of the Mahindra Group. He personally expressed his admiration for her on social media platform X.

Impressed by her skills, Mahindra extended a special invitation for Neelankantan to perform at the Mahindra Blues Festival in Mumbai. This annual event celebrates blues music, bringing together music lovers and talented musicians from around the world.