Concept

Although it doesn't seem like that, the concept differs from the American idol. Judges, led by the owner of Grand Production Sasa Popovic and other folk music stars and producers chose contestants on auditions. There are six finalists (mostly three guys and three girls), who compete in the final night, when one, Grand Star, is chosen. This act is, however, purely symbolical - being the chosen Grand Star does not guarantee success. The only thing finalists get is one or two songs on Grand Stars compilation album. After that, they are pretty much left on their own, to find the way to viewer's hearts and make an album.
Zvezde Granda enjoys huge popularity in Serbia and the show's ratings get better every year.