Albanian Stars of the Diaspora

Albanian Stars of the Diaspora () is an Albanian talent show that highlights the talents of young Albanians or people of Albanian origin living abroad.

 Format 
The talent show includes a variety of performance categories where contestants can showcase their skills. The main categories are:
 Dance
 Acting/Performance
 Music
 Singing
 Other Art Forms

Contestants are required to submit an application, which includes their personal details and a 60-second video performing in the category they choose.After the audition phase, where new talents from the Albanian Diaspora are selected, the public chooses the semifinalists through online voting. Meanwhile, a jury composed of well-known Albanian public figures selects the new talents who advance to the final stage of the program.

 Contestants and Performances 

Below is a list of contestants and their performances in each episode. The competition features a diverse range of talents, including singing, dancing, and other artistic expressions.

 Episode 1 – Rome 
+ Contestants and Performances Contestant  Performance Type Giulia Muça  Dance Alesia Hamzollari  Singing Denzel & Zhizel Ndreka  Dance Uendi Shaqiri  Singing Nika Tuçi  Dance Arvin Khorsandi  Dance Marsel Meta  Folklore

 Episode 2 – Rome 
+ Contestants and Performances Contestant  Performance Type Sara Bishani  Singing Greis Prenga  Dance Kevin Kometa  Singing Enida Nuredini  Dance Alesio Lulaj  Singing Giulia Vuksani  Dance Ema Kapidani  Singing

 Episode 3 – Rome 
+ Contestants and Performances Contestant  Performance Type Kimberly Beu  Dance Isabela Shabi  Singing Enart Bakiasi  Singing Erika Shalla  Dance Emili Mankolli  Comedy Alked Kuçi  Dance Ana Qyra  Singing

 Audition Process 
The initial stage  of the competition is the application process. Participants apply  online by providing their personal information and submitting a short video clip (60 seconds) that demonstrates  their talent. These videos are reviewed by the show's producers to select contestants for the televised rounds.

 Filming Locations 
The show is filmed in multiple cities, including:
 Rome
 Dortmund
 Skopje
 Pristina
 Basel
 Milan

These locations allow for a broad reach, connecting with Albanian audiences living outside Albania.

 Production 
"Albanian Stars of the Diaspora" is produced by Top Channel Albania. The production involves filming in various international locations, allowing contestants from diverse backgrounds to participate and showcase their talent. The executive producer, author and screenwriter of the show is Ledja Liku.
Presenter is Albanian coreographer Ilir Shaqiri till semifinals and final phase.

 Collaborators and Support 
The television program organized by Dritan Hoxha Media Foundation"and supported by MEKI (the Ministry of Economy, Culture, and Innovation) has been filmed in various cities across Europe and the United States, reaching a wide audience within the Albanian diaspora.

 Impact and Objectives of the Program 
The program has contributed to promoting Albanian culture and preserving cultural identity among younger generations in the diaspora. Participants from the Albanian diaspora have had the opportunity to present ideas and projects to a global audience, showcasing their talents and achievements beyond the borders of Albania, Kosovo, and the Albanian Diaspora. This inclusion has allowed them to feel more connected to their roots and to contribute to the development of their country of origin.

 Broadcast 
The show airs on Top Channel Albania, one of the leading television networks in Albania. It reaches a large viewership within Albania and also attracts viewers from the Albanian diaspora through satellite and online streaming options.

 References 

Category:2020s reality television series
Category:2025 television series debuts
Category:Television programs
Category:Albanian culture
Category:Reality television series