Overview

• Episode 17 featured a circus theme with contestants posing as porcelain marionettes and performing in a colorful Zirkusmanege setting in Los Angeles.
• Star photographer Christian Schuller directed two elaborate photoshoots, including an action-painting session involving feathers, flour, and paint splashes.
• Lisa was eliminated for lacking emotional depth and authenticity, while Nawin, who criticized the theme as 'horrible,' narrowly avoided elimination after a weak performance.
• Guest jurors Alessandra Ambrosio and Hayley Hasselhoff joined Heidi Klum, offering contestants advice on charisma, confidence, and adaptability.
• Strong performances from contestants like Ray, Jannik, Pierre, Xenia, Zoe, and Josy earned them praise and advancement to the next round.