Author: Oscar Diefenthal

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Poli Genova, Bulgaria’s Eurovision representative in 2011 and 2016, revealed in a television interview that she attempted to enter Bulgaria’s “Natsionalna Selektsiya 2026” but was blocked by senior decision-makers. While public attention is currently focused on Bulgaria’s Eurovision 2026 representative, DARA, and the controversy surrounding her over the past week, one of Bulgaria’s most beloved Eurovision participants, Poli Genova, revealed in a television interview that she attempted to compete in Bulgaria’s national selection, “Natsionalna Selektsiya 2026,” but was unsuccessful. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   View this post on Instagram   The singer, who brought significant acclaim to Bulgaria with her fourth-place finish in Stockholm and the country’s first qualification to the Eurovision Grand Final in nine years, revealed that she had a strong desire to return to the Eurovision stage for a third time. However, according to her, internal figures within the Bulgarian national broadcaster, BNT, prevented her plans from moving forward. During a local television broadcast,...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Bulgarian singer DARA confirms she will remain Bulgaria’s Eurovision 2026 representative despite backlash, online controversy, and voting allegations. This evening (Monday), Bulgarian singer DARA, Bulgaria’s representative for Eurovision 2026, shared on social media that she has no intention of withdrawing from Eurovision 2026. This follows several hours of uncertainty regarding her participation, after she revealed earlier today that she was considering stepping down from the competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   View this post on Instagram   “All of us, Bulgaria, will shine on the map” In her personal post, DARA revealed the intensity of the drama she has experienced in recent days and the emotional toll caused by the criticism directed at her. Nevertheless, she emphasized that she will continue on her path and represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2026, choosing to stand firm in the face of hatred and harsh reactions, driven by her desire to present her country on the world’s biggest stage. As reported earlier,...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); DARA, Bulgaria’s Eurovision 2026 representative, considers withdrawal after backlash and declining motivation, with a final decision expected within hours. It was reported this morning that DARA, Bulgaria’s representative for Eurovision 2026, has announced that she may withdraw from the competition. In an interview, the singer revealed that a wave of negative reactions and a lack of trust in her abilities have significantly reduced her motivation to participate, clarifying that a final decision will be made by the end of the day. This marks a dramatic development that could reshape the Eurovision 2026 landscape, coming just days after DARA’s official selection in ״Natsionalna Selektsiya 2026״. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Crisis Immediately After Selection DARA, who was chosen to represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2026, addressed the social media backlash directly today (Monday). According to her, the harsh criticism directed at her went beyond legitimate musical debate and turned into personal attacks. “The most hurtful thing is the...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Bulgarian national broadcaster addresses rumors and explains the voting process in the local Eurovision national final, following online allegations of vote manipulation after the results were announced. On Saturday, DARA was announced as Bulgaria’s representative for Eurovision 2026. Shortly after the announcement, various allegations began circulating on social media regarding alleged manipulation of the public vote. Users shared images and tables containing unofficial voting data, alongside claims that the selected representative had not been chosen fairly and that the voting results did not reflect viewers’ actual preferences. These publications sparked public controversy and led to widespread speculation about how the voting process in the ״Natsionalna Selektsiya 2026״ was conducted. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In response to the allegations, the Bulgarian national broadcaster, BNT, issued an official statement yesterday (Sunday), emphasizing that information circulating on social media should not be considered credible. The national broadcaster clarified that the claims constitute fake news, and...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); DARA has been selected to represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2026 after winning ״Natsionalna Selektsiya 2026״ Her competing song will be chosen during a final show on February 28th. DARA has been chosen to represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th and 16th. The song will be selected during the third and final stage of the Bulgarian selection process on February 28th. On that night, DARA will perform three songs, with the winning entry determined by a combined vote of 50% jury and 50% public televoting. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Selection Process DARA was selected through "Natsionalna Selektsija", consisting of three televised shows. The second show concluded on Saturday, during which the Eurovision representative was chosen. In the third and final show, scheduled for February 28th, the song that will represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, will be selected. DARA - Who Are You? DARA, whose...