Television host and actress Evelina Bledans recently shared her thoughts about the fifth season of the reality show New Stars in Africa, posting impressions on social media. The post arrived amid a broader conversation about the series and its evolving lineup, drawing attention to the way audiences engage with star-driven travel and challenge formats.
In her reflections, Bledans expressed sorrow over the exit of singer Vlad Topalov. She suggested that his departure from the project occurred earlier than many viewers felt was fair, hinting at a sense of unfinished momentum within the season. Her comments captured the emotional texture of a show where friendships, rivalries, and professional respect interweave amid demanding environments.
During a memorable episode featuring Yulia Topolnitskaya, Bledans described a moment of emotion that she personally felt as she watched a critical examination unfold for Topolnitskaya. The moment moved her to tears, serving as a personal outlet for the stress that often accumulates behind the scenes. While she celebrated Topolnitskaya’s performance, she also admitted a surge of frustration and anger that surfaced in response to the competitive atmosphere and the pressures of the competition.
The new season, which began on September 17, showcased an expanded roster of participants including Oscar Kuchera, Yulia Topolnitskaya, Violetta Chikovani, Mikhail Stognienko, Evgeny Ershov, Elena Borscheva, Evgenia Iskandarova, Vlad Topalov, Vic Wild, and Alexander Ptashenchuk. They were later joined by Lina Dzhebisashvili and Prokhor Chaliapin, adding further star power to the adventurous format. The ensemble faced a wild savannah setting designed to test endurance, adaptability, and teamwork as they pursued a substantial prize of five million rubles. The show is hosted by singer Olga Buzova and comedian Mikhail Galustyan, whose chemistry guides the participants through the challenges and off-screen dynamics that fans follow with enthusiasm.
Past episodes have already illustrated the emotional breadth of the program. In a previous installment of Stars in Africa, a participant from the Battle of Psychics series brought Topolnitskaya to tears, underscoring how personal narratives intersect with competitive moments on the program. The season’s narrative arc continues to explore how fame, ambition, and resilience shape the journeys of well-known personalities as they navigate unfamiliar terrain and high-stakes tasks in Africa. [Citation: Production notes and press coverage, attribution pending]