There was news that Udit Narayan's son Aditya will host 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstars'.

But, the latest reports showed that it's not Aditya but VJ turned actor Purab Kohli, who'll host the new season of 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa'.

A source closely associated with 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa', had then mentioned Aditya's name as the host, while Daler Mehndi, Sajid-Wajid, and Vishal-Shekhar as judges.

The source said, "Till last week, Aditya's name was doing round as the host. Purab's name does come as a surprise. One doesn't know what transpired but Purab is now hosting the new season."

"Aditya and few others were in consideration for hosting the new season. Purab coming on the board is a recent development. I believe, he must have been approached recently. This time around, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa will have a young and fresh look. The contestants too have to be in the age group of 16-28," a channel insider said.

But isn't Aditya (22) much younger to Purab Kohli, who is married and must be around 30 years? Was cost a factor in picking Purab over Aditya?

Rhe channel insider concluded, "Aditya is younger but Purab isn't that old too. As said before, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa wanted to have a complete new and fresh look this time. Besides, Purab is a proven anchor."

Sources also tried to gather information from Zee TV head (non-fiction) Ashish Golwarkar, but he didn't' respond. (With Inputs from Agencies)