‘Competitions can bring out the best or the silly side’ – T&T first female Chutney Soca Monarch defends victory amid wild card controversy

By Telesha Ramnarine She became the first ever female Chutney winner, but the victory has been marred by controversy. Acknowledging that competitions often bring out the best in participants, 2026 Chutney Soca Monarch winner Savita Singh pointed out that they can also reveal a different side; one characterised by “divisiveness, banter and silly behaviour” as artistes battle for top honours. The article ‘Competitions can bring out the best or the silly side’ – T&T first female Chutney Soca Monarch defends victory amid wild card controversy appeared first on Stabroek News.


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