Елена Темникова (English: Elena Temnikova) is a Russian singer best known for being a former member of the girl group SEREBRO. Temnikova came to prominence by competing in the second season of Star Factory, a Russian talent show. And, while coming in third place, she was offered a record deal by show producer Maxim Fadeev. However, after releasing two singles to little acclaim, Temnikova was instead joined by two other girls and SEREBRO was formed.