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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   Alexandra Căpitănescu delivers a fierce vocal and striking staging for Romania’s Eurovision 2026 second rehearsal in Vienna. Photo: Vanda Bienville / EBU The Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna was set ablaze today as Romania’s Alexandra Căpitănescu proved that rehearsals are about far more than testing camera angles. With rare confidence and a performance that already feels ready for the live broadcast, Romania made it clear that it arrived at Eurovision 2026 to fight for the crown. Audiences in Vienna are expected to witness a visual and vocal powerhouse that leaves no doubts about the delegation’s professional level. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Romania's Secomd Rehearsal: More Details A Mysterious Figure and Electricity in the Air The short rehearsal clip released from the Romanian performance captures part of the song’s chorus, where the singer appears to battle two guitarists on stage using glowing tubes attached to the musicians’ guitars. It is impossible to miss Alexandra’s outstanding vocal delivery, which helps translate the song’s...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Alexandra Căpitănescu impresses in her first Eurovision 2026 rehearsal with an electric performance of "Choke Me" for Romania in Vienna. Photo: Vanda Bienville / EBU The Wiener Stadthalle stage shook today as Alexandra Căpitănescu proved that first rehearsals are for more than just checking camera angles. With rare self-confidence and a performance that looks ready for the live broadcast, Romania has made it clear that it arrived at Eurovision 2026 to fight for the crown. The audience in Vienna can expect a visual and vocal display of power that leaves no room for doubt regarding the professional level of the delegation.   הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם   ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Eurovision Song Contest‎‏ (@‏‎eurovision‎‏)‎‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‎‏ Romania's First Rehearsal: More Details A Breathtaking Moment on the Eurovision Stage The performance of the song "Choke Me" opens with a powerful image of a sharp intake of breath, representing the internal tension that Alexandra maintains throughout the entire three minutes on stage. She will...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   Romania’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Alexandra Căpitănescu, is dominating social media as her entry, “Choke Me”, goes viral on TikTok with millions of views and streams. Less than a month before the Eurovision 2026, with delegations soon departing for Vienna, every participant is working hard to win the audience’s hearts and votes. It seems that Alexandra Căpitănescu, Romania’s representative, has cracked the code for online success by leveraging the power of social media to promote her entry “Choke Me”. In recent weeks, Alexandra has gone viral, especially on TikTok, where her song has already gained over 20 million views and more than two million streams on Spotify. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Romania’s Unexpected Comeback Romania returns to Eurovision this year after a two-year absence; its last participation was in 2023. Due to financial difficulties leading to withdrawal and disappointing past results, expectations for Romania’s comeback were initially modest. In early March, the Romanian national selection took place, where Căpitănescu won with her song “Choke Me”. However, even back in...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Romanian Eurovision 2026 representative defends her song "Choke Me," and responds to its disqualification Demands in Romania The drama surrounding the Romanian entry for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna is intensifying. Following a wave of sharp criticism from social activists and experts calling for the disqualification of the song “Choke Me” - claiming it normalizes dangerous practices - the Romanian representative, Alexandra Căpitănescu, has decided to break her silence and provide a profound explanation for the lyrics that sparked the outcry. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In an official post shared on social media, Căpitănescu addressed her critics directly to clarify her artistic intent. "I’ve read the conversations around 'Choke Me' and I want to share with you what this song means to me," the singer wrote. "The Song Was Never Intended to Represent Anything Sexual" Căpitănescu emphasizes that the choice of harsh terminology was not intended to encourage physical or sexual violence, but rather to describe internal psychological distress. " 'Choke...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); New controversy in Eurovision: Campaigners urge the EBU to disqualify Romania’s entry “Choke Me” by Alexandra Căpitănescu, claiming it normalizes sexual choking and endangers young women’s lives. Campaigners across Europe are calling on the EBU to remove Romania’s Eurovision 2026 entry “Choke Me” by Alexandra Căpitănescu, claiming the lyrics glamorize sexual choking and pose serious risks to young women. Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, has yet to begin, but the contest’s season of scandals already appears to be in full swing. After withdrawals by several countries and disputes over various participants, a new controversy is now emerging from an unexpected direction: Romania. In recent days, social activists across social media in multiple European countries have stepped up calls to disqualify Romania’s representative, singer Alexandra Căpitănescu, arguing that her song “Choke Me”  encourages dangerous sexual practices and puts young women’s lives at risk. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “A dangerous game with young women’s lives” The uproar began after critics closely examined...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Romania’s Eurovision 2026: Alexandra Căpitănescu will perform “Choke me” on the Eurovision 2026 stage. Listen to the song. “Choke Me” is the title of the song that will be performed by Alexandra Căpitănescu, who will represent Romania at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, on 12, 14 and 16 May. The song was written by Alexandra Căpitănescu and Elvis‑Claudiu Silitră, and composed by Căpitănescu, Silitră, Călin‑Alexandru Grăjdan and Ștefan Condrea. This is the first Eurovision entry for both the performer and the songwriting team. The grand final of the national selection “Selecția Națională 2026” was broadcast live this evening from Studio 3 of the Romanian national broadcaster TVR in Bucharest. The winner was chosen by a 100% jury vote. The show was hosted by Daniel Nuță and Giulia Nahmany, joined by Alexandra Gavrilă, Iulian Selea and Răzvan Petre, who reported from backstage, and Laura Fronoiu and Marius Popa, who reported from among the audience. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Performance concept and staging of “Choke Me” The performance begins with Alexandra standing at the centre of the stage, dressed in black shorts and a black...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Tonight at 19:00 CET, the Grand Final of “Selecția Națională 2026”, selecting Romania's entry for Eurovision 2026, in Vienna, Austria. Link to watch the live broadcast – Below! Tonight at 19:00 CET, Romania’s “Selecția Națională 2026”, will take place, determining the country’s entry for Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria. The show will be broadcasted live from the TVR Studio 3 Hall in Romania’s capital, Bucharest. Hosting the event will be Daniel Nuță and Giulia Nahmany. Twelve contestants will compete in tonight’s grand final, with the Romanian entry will be chosen solely by a panel of professional juries. The grand final’s broadcast will begin at 19:00 and continue until 22:00 CET. To watch the grand final of “Selecția Națională 2026” – click here! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Who to watch tonight? In a poll conducted on the site, you, the readers, decided that Alexandra Căpitănescu is your favorite to represent Romania at Eurovision 2026. She competes in "Selecția Națională" with the song “Choke Me”, which received 49.15% of the total votes.In second place, earning...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Romanian national broadcaster, TVR, has announced the winners of the final wildcard ticket for “Selecția Națională 2026”. The winner of “Selecția Națională” will earn the right to represent Romania at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The Romanian national broadcaster, TVR, which is overseeing the “Selecția Națională 2026”, scheduled for March 4th, has recently revealed the two wildcard winners. The artists who achieved the highest number of views on YouTube advanced to the national final: Antonio Pican with the song "Humans" garnered 240,000 views, while WRS with the song "All the Way" accumulated 219,000 views. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});     View this post on Instagram   As previously reported, out of 101 final candidates, ten artists were selected and unveiled as finalists competing in “Selecția Națională 2026”. The five songs that did not initially qualify for the final competed for the last available spot through a public vote, ultimately won by WRS and Antonio Pican. In...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Despite not being included among the "Selecția Națională 2026" ten finalists, WRS has received a second chance via the Wildcard stage, where one additional song will secure a place in the Selecția Națională 2026 final. On Thursday, the Romanian national broadcaster published the list of ten songs advancing to the final. However, one particularly prominent name was absent: WRS. Romania’s Eurovision 2022 representative was not selected by the jury committee for the final lineup but was granted a second opportunity through the Wildcard route, which functions as a safety net. The singer, who rose to prominence within the Eurovision community with the song "Llamame", is now competing for the final remaining ticket. By Sunday, one additional song will be selected from five remaining candidates still in contention. The entry that accumulates the highest number of views on the Romanian national broadcaster’s official YouTube channel will claim the last spot in the "Selecția Națională 2026" final. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle ||...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Listen: Romania has selected 10 songs for Selecția Națională 2026’s final, competing for the chance to represent the country at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. Following the conclusion of the audition week, during which no fewer than 101 songs were evaluated, Romania’s national broadcaster TVR revealed today (Thursday) the ten entries that will advance to the “Selecția Națională 2026” final, scheduled for March 4th. Below is the complete list of finalists listen to the competing songs that will perform in "Selecția Națională 2026 "Final and contend for the right to represent Romania at Eurovision 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Full List of Finalists – Selecția Națională 2026: Alejandro Zandes & Emil Range – “Bailando Solo” Alexandra Capitaneacu – “Choke Me“ Edward MAYA x LavBbe x COSTI – “Everybody Needs Somebody“ Emy Alupei – “Tili Bom“ HVND – “HVNDS-DOR“ Monica Odgiu – “Fereastra Pentru Un Orb“ Olivia Addams – “Croco“ Robert Lukian – “Fire to the lies“ Vanu –...