Category: Hungary

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Hungarian Eurovision club MEKE sent an official letter to the Ministry of Culture demanding Hungary's immediate return to Eurovision 2027. Could the official announcement of Hungary's return to the Eurovision 2027 stage be closer than ever? A dramatic development that could shake Europe is taking place these days in Budapest: following the historic political shift in Hungary and the end of Viktor Orbán's era of governance, which led in recent years to a retreat from active membership in European institutions, including the boycott of Eurovision, fans of the contest in the country are taking advantage of the change in government to bring about the longed-for comeback. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Ministry for Social Relations and Culture in the new government recently launched a special initiative for professional and public consultation regarding the role of the Hungarian national broadcaster MTVA heading towards 2030. In response to the call, the leaders of the Hungarian Eurovision Club (MEKE) and the...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Following Péter Magyar's election, Hungarian broadcaster MTVA apologized for past propaganda, sparking hopes for a Eurovision 2027 return. The political and social revolution led by Hungary's new Prime Minister, Péter Magyar, is stepping up and directly reaching the public television network. The main channel of Hungarian state television, M1, displayed a black screen with continuous text confessing to the public that they had been lied to throughout the rule of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The dramatic blackout was executed shortly after Magyar's new government replaced the management of state television and radio. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Historic Screen Blackout In an official and extraordinary message that appeared on the darkened screens, it was written: "Public media cannot lie. We apologize, that for many years we did so anyway! Public media is now undergoing a transformation, so that in the future it will be independent and reliable. The news service is temporarily suspended. Stay with us!" Prime Minister Magyar...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Hungary's Parliament passed media reform legislation that dismantled MTVA, potentially paving the way for the nation to return to Eurovision 2027. Dramatic developments have unfolded in Hungary in recent moments, which could directly impact the nation's future in the Eurovision Song Contest. The Hungarian Parliament has approved a significant reform that will likely facilitate Hungary's return to the coveted competition, possibly as early as this upcoming edition. Hungary withdrew from the Eurovision Song Contest in 2019, following the edition held in Tel Aviv, and has since expressed staunch opposition to returning to the competition each year, partly due to the nature of the country's government. Fortunately, elections were held in Hungary about two and a half months ago, resulting in the fall of the far-right government - a move that began paving the way for the nation to return to the contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Dismantling of MTVA and the New Broadcasting Era The Hungarian Parliament approved a...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Hungarian Prime Minster, Peter Magyar, calls the country's Eurovision boycott "nonsensical", as national broadcaster MTVA targets a potential return for Eurovision 2027. Hungary withdrew from the Eurovision Song Contest in 2019 after the edition held in Tel Aviv, and has since opposed a return each year.  Last night, elections were held in Hungary, and the far-right government fell, in a step that paved the way for the country's return to the competition. Now, the elected Prime Minister Peter Magyar proudly states - I will act for Hungary's return to Eurovision as soon as possible. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Hungarian national broadcaster MTVA was heavily influenced, according to many, by the policies of the Hungarian government, which in recent years was controlled by the far-right "Fidesz" party led by Viktor Orban. Orban's party is characterized by anti-LGBTQ+ policies, and in the eyes of many, this is the reason why Hungary withdrew from the Eurovision Song Contest, which openly...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After six years of absence and a political upheaval that stunned the world, Hungary is poised to announce its return to Eurovision – possibly as early as next year. Hungary withdrew from the Eurovision Song Contest in 2019 after the edition held in Tel Aviv, and has since opposed a return each year.  Last night, elections were held in Hungary, and the far-right government fell, paving the way for the country’s return to the contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Many believe the Hungarian national broadcaster MTVA was heavily influenced by the Hungarian government’s policy, which in recent years has been controlled by the far-right party "Fidesz", led by Victor Orban. Orban’s party is characterised by anti-LGBTQ+ policies, and for many this is the reason Hungary withdrew from Eurovision, a contest that openly promotes the LGBTQ+ community. Last night, elections took place in the country, and the “Tisza” party, led by Peter Magyar, was elected by a massive majority to take the reins of...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In an exclusive interview with EuroMix, Kati Wolf, Hungary's representative at Eurovision 2011 with the hit “What About My Dreams?”, talks about her connection to Israel while wearing the Hostages’ Pin and shares her thoughts on the chances of returning to the Eurovision stage. Singer Kati Wolf, who represented Hungary at Eurovision 2011 with her song “What About My Dreams?”, arrived in Israel this week. Despite finishing in a low position, her song remains one of the most loved and memorable entries from that year. Now, about 14 years after performing on the Eurovision stage in Düsseldorf, she has returned to Israel for an exclusive interview with the EuroMix team. Watch the special interview with Kati Wolf below! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); On Sunday morning, we landed in Sarona, Tel Aviv, for the surprising meeting. It all began with an Instagram story where Kati documented an emotional visit to the memorial complex dedicated to the Nova victims, revealing that she was on...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Hungary, which withdrew from Eurovision after the 2019 Tel Aviv contest, signals renewed interest. Will we see Hungary back in the competition in the coming years? Hungary withdrew from the Eurovision Song Contest in 2019 after the edition held in Tel Aviv, and has since opposed a return each year. Lately, there has been a shift in Hungary’s approach. Although a comeback is not expected for Eurovision 2026, the country’s return as early as next year is a distinct possibility. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Hungarian national broadcaster MTVA is seen by many as heavily influenced by the Hungarian government, which in recent years has been led by the far-right Fidesz party under Viktor Orban. Orban’s party is characterized by anti-LGBT policy, which many believe motivated Hungary’s exit from Eurovision—a contest that actively promotes the LGBT community. In April 2026 elections will be held in Hungary, and for the first time, Orban’s party is trailing the moderate right-wing Tisza party—46%...