# Popstars musical reality show premiere and progress > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/popstars-musical-reality-show-premiere > Updated: 2026-08-27T13:51:02.000Z. Sources: 36. Developments: 4. Telefe has announced the return of the musical reality competition ‘Popstars’ after more than two decades. The program premiered on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 21:30, broadcasting on Telefe and streaming via Disney+ in Latin America, with additional availability on Disney Channel and Uruguay’s Teledoce. Hosted by Nico Vázquez, the show features a judging panel consisting of producer Charlie García—identified as the Vice President of A&R at Sony Music Mexico—urban music artist Nicki Nicole, and performer Ángela Torres. The production also includes Martín Cirio as a spiritual coach and Sofía “La Reini” Gonet managing digital content. A digital react segment also features influencers Juli Poggio and Valen Rizzuti. The premiere was a viewership success for Telefe, leading prime-time ratings with scores between 10 and 11.9 points, outperforming the competitor ‘Es mi sueño’ on El Trece. Following a massive selection process, approximately 3,000 contestants were chosen from over 15,000 online applicants to participate in in-person auditions at Parque Roca. Notable moments from the debut included the successful audition of Valentina Pergolini, daughter of media figure Mario Pergolini, who advanced to the next stage of the competition. The competition aims to form a new girl band that resonates with new generations, moving away from imitating past successful acts like Bandana. During the selection process, the pop duo Miranda!, featuring Ale Sergi and Juliana Gattas, made a special appearance. The duo participated in an activity led by Vázquez to help contestants work on harmony and pitch using hits such as ‘Tu Misterioso Alguien’ and ‘Mentía’. ## Claims - The musical reality show Popstars is returning to television. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The judging panel includes Nicki Nicole, Ángela Torres, and Charlie García. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Nico Vázquez will serve as the host of the new season. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The show premieres on Monday, August 24 at 21:30. (single source) - The program will be available live on Disney+ in Latin America. (single source) - Approximately 15,000 people applied for the competition online. (single source) - The format will be broadcast in Uruguay via Teledoce. (single source) - Martín Cirio will participate as a spiritual coach. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-27: Popstars returns to Argentina to form new girl band The talent show Popstars has returned to Argentina to form a new girl band, featuring judges Nicki Nicole and Ángela Torres, with a special appearance by the pop duo Miranda! during auditions. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/popstars-returns-to-argentina-to-form-new-girl-band ### 2026-08-24: Popstars returns to Telefe with high ratings and new jury The musical reality show Popstars returned to Telefe after 25 years, leading prime-time ratings with a premiere featuring a high-profile jury and thousands of contestants. 27 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/charlie-garca-to-join-popstars-judging-panel ### 2026-08-22: Popstars returns to television after 25-year hiatus The music reality show “Popstars” returns to TV after 25 years, featuring judges Nicki Nicole, Ángela Torres, and Charlie García to find Argentina's next pop sensation. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/popstars-returns-to-television-with-new-musical-competition ### 2026-08-17: Telefe announces premiere date for Popstars talent show Telefe will premiere the talent show Popstars on August 24 at 21:30, hosted by Nico Vázquez and featuring a jury including Nicki Nicole and Charlie García. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/telefe-announces-premiere-date-for-popstars-talent-show --- Cite as: Popstars musical reality show premiere and progress. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/popstars-musical-reality-show-premiere