The jubilee season of "Germany's Next Topmodel" (GNTM) is currently captivating audiences with its innovative format, showcasing both male and female contestants. The show airs twice weekly, with men featured on Wednesdays and women on Thursdays. On Thursday, February 27, 2025, the fifth episode of the 20th season aired, marking another milestone for the competition.
Episode five presented its female contestants with challenging tasks, beginning with an emotional photoshoot guided by renowned photographer Lado Alexi. The objective was clear: the models had to bring genuine emotion to their shoots, with some falling back on personal memories to evoke tears, and others ingeniously using onions as props to spark genuine feelings. This testing experience was followed by direct duels, where each model's performance was assessed against another contestant, intensifying the stakes of the competition.
The highlight of this emotional challenge was the selection of 13 models to appear with Heidi Klum in the official opener of the anniversary season, where they would also feature on the promotional materials for the show. The excitement around this opportunity illustrated the fierce competition among the aspiring models.
Following the intense photoshoot, the runway segment commenced. Here, contestants showcased extravagant outfits inspired by butterflies, crafted by designer Kevin Germanier. The runway was not just about appearance; Heidi Klum, supported by special guest judge and Victoria's Secret model Romee Strijd, emphasized the importance of energy and artistry during the walk.
Unfortunately, for five of the contestants, the adventure came to an end during this episode. Angela, Marlene, Leila, Jess, and Marie found themselves without model folders, signifying their departure from GNTM 2025. This elimination was announced with the emotional weight expected of the series, as contestants faced the reality of leaving the competition.
Despite the loss, the episode ended on a high note with Heidi Klum sharing exciting news: the winner of GNTM 2025 would collaborate with her on a major campaign for L'Oréal Paris. This announcement added another layer of motivation for the remaining contestants, as they looked forward to what the future held.
Currently, the following models are still vying for the coveted title of "Germany's Next Topmodel 2025": Aaliyah (22, Hamburg), Annett (46, Hamburg), Canel (26, Essen), Daniela (20, Stuttgart), Eva (26, Berlin), Josy (19, Munich), Jule (21, Stuttgart), Katharina (24, Vienna), Katrin (56, Berlin), Laura (25, Holzkirchen), Lisa (19, Freistadt, Austria), Lucia (21, Hanover), Lulu (32, Berlin), Magdalena (21, Vienna), Natali (25, Frankfurt), Safia (24, Dortmund), Stella (23, Berlin), Svenja (24, Hamburg), Valeria (21, Oldenburg), Xenia (26, Cuxhaven), and Zoe (19, Cologne).
For those who missed the fifth episode, it will air again on Friday, February 28, 2025, at 8:15 PM on the sixx channel. Viewers can also stream the entire episode on Joyn at their convenience, as the format allows for future episodes to be watched twice weekly—the initial airing on ProSieben and the subsequent rebroadcast the following evening.
The season continues to progress with considerable excitement and tension, as contestants prepare for the upcoming episodes. The next episodes are set to air on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, featuring the male contestants once again, and Thursday, March 6, 2025, focusing back on the female models. These airings promise to deliver another round of thrilling challenges and emotional moments.