Victoria Daineko has spoken openly about the pressure that comes with being in the public eye during the Star Factory tour. She described how the intense scrutiny could make it difficult to move freely among fans, especially after performances when the desire to connect face-to-face collided with a flood of attention. Often it felt easier for her team to keep some distance backstage or in the dressing room while meet-and-greets unfolded. This internal struggle, she stressed, was not a dislike of fans but a psychological barrier that made spontaneous interaction feel overwhelming at that moment.
Fans sometimes read her quiet moments as coolness or disinterest in getting photographed. Daineko clarified that she did not harbor any negative feelings toward the people she met; rather, the challenge lay in managing the emotional and mental strain that accompanies spotlight moments and the rush of personal connections. She emphasized that she was still learning how to balance public appearances with her own emotional well-being and boundaries, acknowledging that her earlier self was not prepared for the intensity of audience interaction.
Speaking with candor, the star explained that personal growth happens in fits and starts. She recalled a phase of emotional development that gradually built her stamina for performing and engaging with fans. What shifted was not a change in her appreciation for the fans, but a readiness to participate more fully in public moments at a pace that felt right for her. This evolution contributed to a deeper sense of resilience, enabling her to approach performances with greater confidence and to share more of herself with audiences when the moment felt authentic and accessible.
In a separate note tied to the Star Factory era, fellow performer Irina Dubtsova voiced concerns about the environmental pressures faced by participants who did not advance in the show. Dubtsova suggested that some contestants carried residual tensions about the competition and the decision-making process, reflecting broader conversations about how talent shows influence personal aspirations and the culture surrounding reality television. These reflections highlight the varied experiences of artists connected to the Star Factory project and the lasting impact such programs can have on careers and self-perception, a point underscored in discussions and interviews, including those on Fifth Channel. (citation: Fifth Channel interview)