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The bar singer, the K-pop veteran and the ‘railway track diva’: meet three Eurovision Asia 2026 hopefuls

For some, it’s their first big break, for others it’s a chance to secure their fame. But for all 11 acts, it’s an opportunity to be Asia’s first ever winner Eurovision is heading to Asia: here’s what to expect Next week the Eurovision juggernaut beloved by millions across Europe will arrive in Bangkok for its inaugural Asian edition, with organisers hoping for all the fanfare that the glitzy song contest usually brings. Countries are getting behind their acts, particularly on social media, but much of the region is still familiarising itself with the competition; there are no big fanbases like

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Eurovision is heading to Asia: here’s what to expect

The first foray into Asia for the song contest will see 11 countries vying for the trophy, but will it have the same feel as its European predecessor? The Eurovision song contest is being brought to Asia, with 11 countries competing in a single final in Bangkok on 14 November, in what organisers intend to be the first of many regional editions. So, which countries will be belting their hearts out? Will there still be tactical voting? Will the contest’s gloriously camp traditions survive the journey across to Asia? Here’s all you need to know. Continue reading...

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