VEGAS bookmakers have marked “American Idol” underdog Sanjaya Malakar as a favorite – to get the boot tonight.

Malakar, the 17-year-old from Washington, has enjoyed an unusual run on the popular Fox talent show, making it into the show’s final 12 against all odds. But the odds are against him tonight.

Online bookies give the wannabe pop star nearly even money odds that he’ll be sent packing.

Some fans praise him for his odd staying power, while others claim he is ruining the show. Snarky judge Simon Cowell has threatened to quit if Malakar wins.