The Italian television landscape is preparing for a significant change for one of its most beloved formats: Such and such. A few months after the conclusion of the latest edition of Such and Such Showits “nip” version is preparing to return to the small screen, bringing with it a wave of new features that promise to reinvigorate the weekly event. The programme, famous for giving ordinary people the opportunity to step into the shoes of musical celebrities, has always enjoyed considerable success, consolidating itself as a cornerstone of Rai programming.
The merit of this appreciation lies in its brilliant formula, which mixes the emotion of the vocal performances with the irresistible humor of the transformations. The constant search for freshness and innovation has been key to keeping audiences interested season after season. And the previews regarding the January edition move precisely in this direction, announcing important structural changes, from the management to the composition of the jury, up to an unexpected return that will make people talk about it. The expectations are palpable to find out how these changes will affect the dynamics and fun offered by the program.
Change at the helm and new members of the jury: The details
The biggest news of this upcoming edition of Such and such it undoubtedly concerns management. For the first time, Carlo Conti, busy with the preparations for the Sanremo Festival, will take a break from his beloved format, leaving the helm to a face equally well known and appreciated by the Italian public: Nicola Savino. This choice marks a turning point for the program, introducing a new energy and a different presentation style that will surely surprise viewers.
But the innovations don’t stop there. The jury will also see a significant shuffling of the cards. Next to the inevitable and iconic Cristiano Malgiogliowe will find the charismatic Alessia Marcuzzi, now a consolidated presence also in the “big brother” of the show. The real surprise, however, is the arrival of Massimo Lopezan artist who has built a stellar career on imitations and who has already had the opportunity to sit on the jury of the “nip” version in the past, albeit for a single evening in 2022. His experience and humor will be an added value. Furthermore, each episode will feature a rotating fourth juror; for the debut evening, set for Friday 9 January 2026, Carlo Conti himself will occupy this seat of honor, guaranteeing a handover in style. The performances of the ten competitors for each evening, focused on voice and movements without artificial make-up, will be evaluated by this new and authoritative team.
A welcome unexpected return: Carmen Di Pietro
In addition to the changes in management and jury, Such and such will reserve for its audience another element of great appeal: the return of a well-known face from the latest editions. For the first three episodes, in fact, the volcanic will join the “nips” in the competition Carmen Di Pietro. It will not be a participation as a traditional competitor; Carmen will take on the role of a “fantasy contestant”, giving the public imitations of famous people with her unmistakable style.
This special role promises to add an extra dose of lightness and fun to the show, offering moments of lightheartedness and hilarity between the performances of true amateur talents. His presence is a clear demonstration of the production’s desire to enrich the formula, mixing the competitive element with the purely recreational one. The energy of Carmen Di Pietro, combined with the new dynamics of management and jury, heralds an edition of Such and such that lies ahead full of surprises and entertainmentready to entertain the Rai 1 audience with a winning mix of high-level performances and moments of pure entertainment.
