Singer Larisa Chernikova exited the show after receiving the lowest score from the judging panel among all participants. The current issue centered on Lolita, who recently celebrated her 60th birthday, and the ranking reflected a strong performance from the returning lineup. According to the standings across three episodes, Alexey Goman, Igor Nadzhiev, and Kai Metov led with a combined total of 23 points. Chernikova finished with 14 points, which meant her journey on the program concluded earlier than hoped. In her killer performance that evening, she performed the track “Tu-tu-tu, na-na-na,” earning 4 out of 8 possible points, a result that underscored the competitive nature of the competition. [citation: official show recap]
The new season introduces ten prominent figures from the eighties through the nineties and into the zeros era: Katya Surzhikova, Alexey Glyzin, Felix Tsarikati, Kai Metov, Igor Nadzhiev, Tatyana Markova, Lika Star, Larisa Chernikova, Anastasia Makarevich, and Alexey Goman. The broadcast began on November 4 and is scheduled to run through January 1, 2024. From the second episode onward, the format includes a knockout each week, with participants being eliminated progressively. The show’s progression has sparked renewed interest in classic pop talent, drawing viewers who enjoy cross-generational collaborations and the nostalgia of early video era performances. [citation: program timeline]
Historically, the contest has generated bold predictions about potential champions. In recent commentary on the series, Stas Piekha has named Chernikova as a contender with staying power, noting her vocal range and stage presence as assets in the competition’s evolving dynamic. This sentiment aligns with fan discussions across social platforms, where viewers weigh performance quality, song choice, and stage charisma when assessing outcomes. [citation: fan discussions]
Observers in Canada and the United States have followed the show with growing interest, recognizing the appeal of familiar faces from several decades who bring a mix of nostalgic appeal and contemporary stagecraft. The on-screen mentorship, choreographic choices, and live show production contribute to a richer viewing experience that resonates with audiences tuning in for both entertainment and a trip down memory lane. As the season unfolds, audiences can anticipate future eliminations that will test each participant’s adaptability, song interpretation, and audience rapport, while the judges’ critiques offer insight into the evolving criteria used to gauge performance quality on this genre-spanning competition. [citation: international reception]