A contestant in the new season of the popular music show "Star Factory" (Fabrika Zirok), artist JESUSMAN, has found himself at the center of public outcry. In the Threads social network, users discovered archival posts by the performer showing him in Moscow. The images clearly show the geolocation of the Russian capital, and in the caption, the singer left an emotional admission: "I love this city, as it loves me."
Audience reaction and intense debate
The discovery caused an immediate reaction among Ukrainian viewers. A heated debate broke out online regarding whether it is appropriate to judge modern artists through the lens of their publications made before the full-scale invasion. Some users took a firm stance, criticizing JESUSMAN for his past sympathies toward the Russian capital, while others called for restraint, noting that such standards could lead to a "brain drain" of talent abroad.
Contradictory findings
The discussion split opinions into two polar viewpoints. Supporters of the criticism insist that an artist's public stance must align with current national values, regardless of the post's date. Their opponents emphasize that retrospective judgment is ineffective and destructive, arguing that focusing on old content hinders the artist's development within the current project.
Status on the show
Currently, JESUSMAN is in a vulnerable position, as the artist has been nominated for elimination from the "Star Factory" show. His future on the project now depends entirely on the loyalty of the audience and the results of the viewer vote. As of September 26, 2026, the singer remains silent and has not provided any official comments regarding the ongoing discourse.
The situation highlights the deep sensitivity of society to issues of loyalty and public accountability. Given that the project is in an active phase, any informational development directly impacts how viewers perceive the contestants, turning a music competition into a field for ideological clashes.
