Simon Naidu Advances to Chutney Monarch Finals 2026 – Sponsored by Suri Trading

Simon Naidu, a talented 25-year-old artiste from Hampshire Village, Corentyne Berbice, continues to make a powerful impact on Guyana’s chutney music scene. With over eight years of musical experience, Simon’s journey began in temples, where he first discovered his passion for singing and performance.

His talent was recognized early when he earned the Best Male Singer award at the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha competition in 2013. Inspired by the late cultural icon Anil Bheem, Simon later transitioned into chutney music, a genre he now pursues with dedication and pride.

Now competing in the Chutney Monarch Competition for the second year, Simon is representing Region Six and delivering standout performances. On February 1st, 2026, he competed in the semi-finals held at Anna Regina, Essequibo, where he secured second place with an impressive 170 points, earning his spot in the grand finals.

The Chutney Monarch Finals will be held on February 21st, 2026, at the Albion Community Centre Cricket Ground, Berbice, where Simon will compete among Guyana’s top chutney artistes.

Heading into the finals, Simon is riding strong momentum from his music career. His song “Without You”, released less than three months ago, has already surpassed 1.4 million views, making it one of the biggest chutney releases of 2025. Speaking on his preparation and mindset, Simon shared:

“This year, my goal is to win the Chutney King title. Heading into the competition, I’m coming off one of my biggest releases to date. ‘Without You’ has already surpassed 1.4 million views in under three months, and that support gives me even more motivation as I prepare for Chutney Monarch 2026.”

Supporting local talent remains vital to the growth and preservation of Guyana’s cultural heritage. Artistes like Simon Naidu represent the passion, resilience, and creativity that keep the local music industry thriving.

As part of its continued commitment to corporate social responsibility, Suri Trading is proud to once again sponsor Mr. Simon Naidu. As a proud Guyanese-owned company, Suri Trading has steadily grown into a trusted household name, offering a diverse range of quality food and beverage products under the Suri brand. Known for delivering consistent quality at affordable prices, Suri continues to expand its product offerings to better serve the needs of Guyanese families. Beyond business, the company remains deeply committed to investing in people, culture, and community development, believing that supporting local talent and initiatives is essential to building a stronger and more vibrant Guyana.

Suri Trading congratulates Simon Naidu on his advancement to the finals and wishes him continued success as he competes on one of Guyana’s most prestigious cultural stages.

Suri Trading — proudly supporting Guyanese talent.