Ivan Kandráč reappears after 20 years, ignites Slovak nostalgia

Ivan Kandráč, a memorable contestant from the 2004‑2005 Slovak TV talent show "Superstar", became famous for his garbled rendition of Michal David’s hit “Colu, pijeme Colu”. Though he never won, his performance entered Slovak pop‑culture lore.

In August 2026 he was unexpectedly seen at a public event where musician Ondřej Kandráč, who shares his surname, posted a photo and video on social media. The post generated a wave of nostalgia, with fans noting that Kandráč’s smile and appearance have changed little over two decades. Slovak media covered the reunion and revisited his legacy.