A historic showdown is set to electrify Skinner Park, San Fernando, on March 1, as the bmobile Chutney Soca Monarch (CSM) celebrates its 30th anniversary with a grand finale unlike any before. Following a record-breaking semi-finals—garnering 100,000 views in just six hours on social media—the stage is now set for a clash of titans: first-time contender Machel Montano and nine-time champion Rikki Jai.

For Rikki Jai, the moment is about more than just competition—it’s a homecoming.
“I am just happy to be amongst my peers, young and old, and back on the same stage doing what I love most—music,” he shared. "My hiatus from the competition was self-imposed and much needed for my family and me. Now, I’m back in the thick of things, and I can assure the fans the same energy and passion they’ve come to expect whenever I step onto a CSM final stage.”

With a potential tenth CSM crown in sight, Rikki Jai remains confident yet realistic.
“Everyone in the final thinks they're gonna win, and if they don’t, they shouldn’t be there,” he said. “I certainly fancy my chances of victory, but it’s a stacked lineup. All’s fair in the battle for Chutney Soca supremacy.”

CSM founder George Singh describes the event as the "Grammys of the Indo-Caribbean music industry", and the addition of Machel Montano has only elevated the competition’s prestige. “Machel Montano is arguably the most famous artiste from Trinidad—he’s the undisputed ‘King of Soca.’ His presence has energized the competition and introduced CSM to a whole new generation of fans,” Singh stated.

As a longstanding partner of cultural events, bmobile is more than just the title sponsor—it plays a pivotal role in ensuring CSM remains a world-class production. The company’s support extends beyond funding, providing cutting-edge connectivity solutions to power live streaming, digital engagement, and global outreach.

TSTT’s Acting VP, Customer Experience and Marketing, Reza Hosein emphasized the brand’s commitment to local culture. “The CSM is a celebration of our diverse culture and a testament to the incredible talent within our nation. bmobile is proud to help preserve and grow this cultural legacy, supporting artists while ensuring fans—both locally and worldwide—can enjoy the event like never before.”

For the first time in its history, the CSM finals will be broadcast globally, distributed by the US-based International Film Group across platforms such as Apple TV and Roku. This milestone reinforces CSM’s status as a premier international cultural event, bringing Chutney Soca to a global audience like never before.

With the biggest names in the industry, a worldwide broadcast, and bmobile’s continued commitment, the bmobile Chutney Soca Monarch Finals 2025 promises to be a landmark event in Trinidad and Tobago’s cultural history.