Eurovision Asia 2026 continues in Bangkok as four another countries reveal their staging concepts during rehearsals.
The third day of rehearsals for Eurovision Asia 2026 has come to an end in Bangkok, Thailand. Over the past two days, four more participants took to the stage of the historic competition, with South Korea, Mongolia, Malaysia and Nepal unveiling the staging concepts, costumes and visual elements that will accompany their entries. Following the first glimpses of rehearsals from Laos, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Cambodia, further details have now emerged about the performances set to take the stage in Bangkok. Here is everything revealed in the latest rehearsal footage!
South Korea at Eurovision Asia 2026: First Rehearsal Details
JUNHEE, representing South Korea with the song “DEEP DIVE”, delivered an energetic performance during his Eurovision Asia 2026 rehearsal, featuring prominent choreography and a dramatic atmosphere. The singer takes to the stage in a shiny red jacket, accompanied by dancers dressed in white who take part in the choreography throughout the performance. Lighting plays a central role in the staging, shifting between deep red tones and blue illumination, while the LED screens display graphic effects resembling beams of light bursting from a central point. The combination of JUNHEE’s striking outfit, the dancers’ movements and the visual effects gives the performance a powerful, modern stage identity.
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Mongolia at Eurovision Asia 2026: First Rehearsal Details
Beck Munkhbayar, representing Mongolia with the song “Chamguigeer” (in English: “Without You”), presented a staging concept during his first Eurovision Asia 2026 rehearsal that blends modern elements with traditional cultural influences. The singer stands at the center of the stage, showcasing his powerful vocals against dramatic LED lighting in deep blue tones that emphasize the song’s atmosphere. The rehearsal footage released on Instagram offers a glimpse of the precise camera work and carefully measured stage movements. Mongolia appears to have opted for a clean yet commanding staging concept ahead of the live broadcast.
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Nepal at Eurovision Asia 2026: First Rehearsal Details
Pratik Himal Rai, representing Nepal with the song “Ananta Maya” (in English: “Infinite Love”), took to the stage for his first rehearsal, presenting an emotionally focused performance. The singer has opted for an intimate staging concept that places the emphasis on his live vocals and the musical arrangement. Standing at the center of the stage, he is accompanied by warm, saturated lighting in shades of gold and orange. The rehearsal footage offers a glimpse of the dramatic atmosphere and the work on the backing vocals, suggesting that the Nepali delegation has focused on conveying the ballad’s story and emotional intensity in the most direct way possible.
Malaysia at Eurovision Asia 2026: First Rehearsal Details
Aina Abdul, representing Malaysia with the song “Bluest Sky”, presented a Eurovision Asia 2026 rehearsal that places the spotlight firmly on her vocal abilities. The singer appears in a loose-fitting white suit and a matching hijab, against a backdrop of blue lighting and visual effects evoking an underwater world. Her image is projected onto the stage screens as part of the performance’s artistic concept. Unlike productions packed with dancers and choreography, Malaysia has chosen to put its singer at the center of the performance, allowing her voice to lead the way.
Eurovision Asia 2026: When and Where to Watch the Competition?
The inaugural Eurovision Asia Grand Final will take place on Saturday, November 14th, 2026, at the One Bangkok Forum in Bangkok, Thailand.
The competition will be broadcast live on the official Eurovision YouTube channel between 14:30 and 17:00 CET. Viewers will also be able to participate in the voting through the competition’s official website.
To watch the live broadcast on YouTube from 14:30 CET, click on the screen below!
All You Need to Know About Eurovision Asia
The Eurovision brand continues its global expansion with Eurovision Song Contest Asia, launched in collaboration with the European
Broadcasting Union (EBU) to mark the 70th anniversary of the original contest. Following the American Song Contest in 2022, which was not renewed for a second season, this new chapter aims to bring the beloved Eurovision format to a new continent and reach a massive potential audience of over 600 million viewers. Unlike the American adaptation that focused on a single nation, this is a large-scale, multi-national competition. The inaugural Grand Final will take place on November 14, 2026, at the One Bangkok Forum arena in Thailand, preceded by a Preview Show on November 13. Hosted by media figures Woody Milintachinda and Cindy Bishop, this historic edition will feature 11 countries: Thailand, South Korea, Vietnam, Philippines, Bangladesh, Mongolia, Nepal, Laos, Bhutan, Malaysia, and Cambodia.
Unlike the European format, the contest in Asia operates under a centralized production model. It is produced by the international production company Voxovation in partnership with the leading Asian production company S2O. This structure subsidizes the selection process in various countries, allowing nations with limited budgets to participate. Additionally, the winning country will not automatically host the contest the following year but will instead be invited to perform as a guest artist at the traditional Eurovision. The voting system has also been adapted for the continent, based entirely on a unified, free digital platform that combines televoting with professional juries, giving unprecedented decisive power to the international audience through the “Rest of the World” voting. Furthermore, ZOOP will serve as the exclusive social partner of the event, enabling fans to take an active role in the digital experience.
Eurovision Asia 2026: The first Eurovision Asia contest will be held in Bangkok, Thailand on November 14. The host arena of the contest is the “One Bangkok Forum”, which has a capacity of about 6,000 seats. This is an official expansion project of the Eurovision brand outside the borders of Europe, launched ahead of the original contest’s 70th-anniversary celebrations.
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