"The X Factor" is an American version of the famous talent search music project. Participants are selected through public auditions: there is no possibility of manipulating the results, and everyone has an equal chance! The most important factors are talent, charisma, and readiness to compete. The preliminary rounds take place in several major cities, and the best of the best contestants have a chance to win the grand prize - five million dollars for recording and promoting their own music album. The winner is determined by the audience.