Elena Letuchaya, once the host of the Revizorro show, opened up in a candid interview with journalist Nadezhda Sagittarius about the hidden dynamics of the program. She discussed how the project navigated its early days and how the atmosphere around the show evolved as it gained momentum. The conversation shed light on the pressures that come with making a televised investigative series and how those pressures shape the content that viewers eventually see.
Volatile, a central figure in the conversations about the show, acknowledged that some early controversies were deliberately used to draw attention to the program. He described a period when the format was still finding its footing and the production team sought moments that could spark public interest. Yet he emphasized that not all tensions were planned; over time, disagreements tended to emerge organically, influenced by the unpredictable nature of real-world investigations and public reactions.
According to Volatile, the escalation of conflicts eventually outpaced the control of the public relations team. He recalled how the press repeatedly framed the show as one that found itself in trouble or involved in incidents, regardless of the actual content. This pattern, he suggested, undermined the intended narrative the team hoped to convey and highlighted the challenge of managing public perception when a program sits at the intersection of entertainment and critique. Source: interview.
Flying, another key participant, reflected on the personal adjustments required by someone raised in an educated family when stepping into the fast paced and sometimes rough environment of restaurant kitchens. He noted that his projects deliberately avoided scripted dialogue, demanding improvisation and a rapid acquisition of knowledge about restaurant operations. This meant memorizing a broad set of rules—from service etiquette to kitchen workflow—to perform convincingly on camera without a predefined script.
Volatile recalled a pivotal moment that shaped the public image of the show and his own persona. During a visit to a restaurant that appeared unhealthy, he proceeded to inspect the premises and discovered a disturbing scene. He described finding a bowl of meat left under a table, with flies and spoiled water nearby. The unsettling scene underscored the tension between facing a tough environment and delivering authentic reportage. The incident also revealed a refusal by the culinary staff to engage with the host, which reinforced Volatile’s impression of a hostile attitude toward guests. In his words, this experience crystallized a version of him that was uncompromising, principled, and ready to stand up for what the show should reveal. Source: interview.
As the discussion progressed, it became clear that the initial image of a bold, no-nonsense host grew out of real-world encounters rather than a crafted persona alone. The participants described a career built on observation, quick thinking, and a willingness to confront unsavory truths. The episode in the restaurant, in particular, served as a turning point that helped define how the team balanced audacity with accountability when presenting restaurant practices to the audience. The interview offered a rare glimpse into the filming process, the ethical considerations of exposing flawed operations, and the daily decisions that shape the final broadcast. Source: interview.