Alexander Krug, the son of a renowned chansonnier, found himself in the spotlight not for romance, but for the musical journey he was on with the participants of the project that followed the famous Star Factory. When asked about any romantic ties with the project’s peers, Krug chose to keep his focus clear, signaling that his purpose there was to grow as an artist. His remarks, quoted in StarHit, underscored a simple idea: the path to artistic development comes first, with personal matters taking a back seat behind the music.
Krug explained that the shared mission among the contestants was to elevate their craft. He suggested that music should be the primary lens through which they view their time at the project, and he expressed a commitment to leave behind anything unrelated to music while behind the scenes. In his view, the environment was a studio of growth where discipline and dedication would yield the strongest results, and he did not want distractions to dilute that effort.
Beyond the studio ethos, Krug hinted at the presence of inspiration that seems to have energized him. He described love as something he found in his artistic muse and admitted that he currently has that muse in his life. He praised the other participants as vibrant, talented, and dedicated, noting that everyone involved in the factory project possessed notable energy and skill. He emphasized his role as a supportive presence, aiming to bolster the girls and young performers as they navigate the demanding process of building a professional music career.
During a conversation on Comedy Radio, Krug was put on the spot about whether he had any close relationships with participants from the project. The moment brought a blush and a lighthearted reply: not yet. The exchange captured the mix of ambition, humor, and youthful curiosity that characterizes the show and its aspiring artists. It also highlighted the tension between personal life and professional ambitions that many contestants experience as they step into the public eye.
The previous day, the scene shifted to a gathering with graduates of the Star Factory who had come to meet the current cohort. Esteemed members of the starry alumni network—Yulia Savicheva, Yulia Parshuta, Elena Terleeva, Yuri Titov, Stas Piekha, Dominic Joker, Natalya Podolskaya, Victoria Daineko, and other notable names—took the stage to perform their signature hits alongside the project’s rising stars. The collaboration offered a bridge between generations, showing how past success can illuminate the path for newcomers and create an atmosphere of shared achievement rather than competition alone. The performances were a reminder that success stories in the music industry often hinge on mentorship, mentorship, and a willingness to share the stage with emerging talent.
In another development, Polina Gagarina addressed rumors about her career timing. She clarified that reports suggesting a pause or interruption in her professional trajectory were unfounded. The clarification helped reassure fans and observers that her momentum would continue, reinforcing the sense that a thriving career in music can include periods of public anticipation without implying a loss of momentum or commitment.