New Year Show of the new decade!

Many young artists shone at the New Year Show, a testament to the fact that artists grow and inspire when given the right opportunities. PHOTO: HUSSAIN WAHEED/ MIHAARU

A performer high-fiving the hyped-up crowd gathered near the stage. PHOTO: HUSSAIN WAHEED/ MIHAARU

The show was entirely dominated by young local artists -- a rare but phenomenal occurrence in most New Year shows. PHOTO: HUSSAIN WAHEED/ MIHAARU

The audience gathered for the New Year Show 2020, holding up their phones to record the light show and the performances. PHOTO: HUSSAIN WAHEED/ MIHAARU

Female local artist Shifa dazzling the crowd at the New Year Show. PHOTO: HUSSAIN WAHEED/ MIHAARU

Runner-up of Maldivian Idol's first season and local music sensation Shalabee Ibrahim gracing the stage with his commendable vocals. PHOTO: HUSSAIN WAHEED/ MIHAARU

Another artist who made a breakthrough in Maldivian Idol, Falih, creating guitar riffs into the new decade. PHOTO: HUSSAIN WAHEED/ MIHAARU

Various local talents graced the stage at the New Year Show. PHOTO: HUSSAIN WAHEED/ MIHAARU

Local artist Zakitte who rose to fame in season two of Maldivian Idol, performing at the New Year Show 2020. PHOTO: HUSSAIN WAHEED/ MIHAARU

People of all age groups gathered at the Alimas Carnival stage on the night of December 31, 2019, celebrating the beginning of a new decade. PHOTO: HUSAAIN WAHEED/ MIHAARU