Showman Otar Kushanashvili criticized the guests at Anastasia Ivleeva’s event, calling them “naked” in a sharp aside while also urging the public to refrain from harassing the artists. He shared his stance on Anton Stein’s podcast, which was published on YouTube.
In his account, the atmosphere inside the venue, described metaphorically as a serpentarium, appeared grim. Yet he argued that the cruelty displayed online and in public was out of scale with what was happening in reality. Kushanashvili expressed strong feelings about the dynamics of the night, saying he dislikes being bullied and that the attendees behaved like misfits at the gathering. He criticized the cruelty he witnessed and questioned the motives, suggesting that some spectators were drawn to the spectacle rather than to any genuine interest in the artists’ wellbeing. He implied that there was a focus on sensationalism rather than support, which concerned him deeply.
According to Kushanashvili, the artists were pressured to issue apologies to the audience, implying that their later expressions of remorse might come across as hollow or hypocritical. He described the incident as repulsive and argued that such public shaming does not align with the values of a democratic society. His message underscored a belief that accountability should be balanced with dignity, and that punitive shouting from the crowd does not reflect mature public discourse.
While he criticized the crowd, Kushanashvili also voiced support for Ivleeva herself. He noted a genuine fondness for the personality and described the attendees at the party as what he called “so-called friends.” He pointed out that the stars arrived initially, but their enthusiasm for the night faded, leaving behind a complex web of shifting loyalties and public perceptions. The former host of the show Heads and Tails was viewed as part of that shifting dynamic, a focal point in a night saturated with attention and challenge for everyone involved.
In related commentary, earlier remarks from Chaliapin toward senior colleagues who participated in Ivleeva’s party added another layer to the dialogue around accountability, solidarity, and the boundaries of celebrity influence. The conversations collectively reflect a moment of tension in which public figures face intense scrutiny and rapid shifting expectations from fans and critics alike. The underlying theme centers on how public performance, personal boundaries, and ethical considerations intersect in the fast-moving space of modern celebrity culture. [Citation: Anton Stein’s podcast on YouTube; ongoing coverage and reactions across social platforms]