News in the video: "Germany's next top model": You fight for the title

What's happening?

Heidi Klum is already back in the starting blocks: after she has just searched for the best drag queen, she is once again focusing on her core competence: casting and coaching young models.

Great, she's a professional in that.

However – she starts into the 15th season of her hit show.

Respect, the format has been running for 15 years?

Yes exactly. In other words: when Lena Gercke won the coveted title in season one, the current candidate Anastsija was barely a year old.

Wow. Are there candidates who have grown up almost all of their lives with "Germany's next top model"?

There are. Let's say benevolently: They have probably already gained a lot more experience and skills than their predecessors in previous seasons.

Who is there this year?

The guest judges are a mixed bag again: Star photographer Rankin is now so firmly part of the show's inventory that he will probably sing the title song in the next season. Top models are also allowed to give tips and smile embarrassed later at the jury table when someone flies out again (a task that Stella Maxwell and Joan Smalls will take on this year).

Will there be big Hollywood celebrities again?

Yes, Milla Jovovich will be a part of the star jury – and presumably tell from her wealth of experience of her career as a model and actress. Our tip: Since Milla has made countless films from the horror action series "Resident Evil" in recent years, the candidates will have to endure a stylish zombie shoot as a result.

Who is there with the candidates?

Actually, in the first episode there is still a rough selection of all applicants – but surprisingly, Pro7 has already published a pre-selection of the candidates who made the shortlist. You can get to know them in the video above!