Lera Kudryavtseva's unexpected exit from the show ‘Superstar!’ has become the hot topic of discussion after her emotional confrontation with music critic Sergey Sosedov.
During the broadcast, host Natasha Koroleva offered Kudryavtseva some valocordin, noticing her distress. Kudryavtseva admitted she wasn't feeling well but recovered once assured there were doctors backstage. She passionately expressed her feelings about the performance, stating, “Listen, guys, what are you doing? I have tears, a lump in my throat. When I heard this song performed by Yura - it had such boyish meaning. Now Sergey Vasilievich made it... It was theatrical drama with unreal staging, which brought new meaning to this song. It was simply devastating. I surrender.”
This performance received high praise from fellow guests Olya Zarubina and Stas Piekha, but it was met with harsh criticism from Sosedov. He described the act as “psychiatric theater,” expressing his disbelief and shock at the rendition, stating, “It put me in a state of horror; I felt unwell on a physical level.” Such remarks incited Kudryavtseva's fury.
Reacting to Sosedov's critique, Kudryavtseva shot back, “I swear, I'm going to argue with you. This has never happened before. Art should drive you to such states! Nothing else! No alcohol, no drugs, nothing!” The tension escalated to the point where she resorted to throwing her cushion at him—an act signaling her frustration and emotional state.
Despite the laughter it elicited, Sosedov remained unyielding, insisting he stood firm on his opinion, which only deepened Kudryavtseva's outrage. Her final response was one of expletives as she stormed off the set, marking one of the most dramatic moments of the season.
This stark disagreement brought to light not only the artistry behind the performances but also the high emotions involved when expressing oneself through art. Kudryavtseva's unfiltered reaction speaks volumes about the pressures television personalities face and the vulnerability artists often display when subjecting their work to public scrutiny.
While viewers have hailed the performances as powerful and moving, this episode raises questions about the boundaries of criticism within the arts sector. The emotional fallout of this interchange between Kudryavtseva and Sosedov highlights the passionate investment artists have within their crafts, especially when challenged by outspoken reviewers.
Whether Kudryavtseva's departure serves as a cautionary tale or merely adds drama to this season remains to be seen, but it’s clear the intersection of art and critique involves more than just opinions—it's about the very essence of creative expression.