BANGKOK — Eurovision Song Contest Asia has named all 11 contestants for its inaugural edition in Thailand, with Cambodia becoming the final country to select its representative for the regional music competition.
The contest, modelled after the Eurovision Song Contest, brings together broadcasters from across the Asia-Pacific region, with artists representing their respective countries.
The inaugural event will take place at One Bangkok Forum on Saturday, 14 November, marking the first time the Eurovision format has been staged in Asia.
The 11 participating countries and their representatives are:
- Bangladesh: Beatmosphere, “Tumi ele”
- Bhutan: Nyendra, “Lhayi semo”
- Cambodia: Monetrey, “I Let You Go”
- Laos: Thinla, “Bae”
- Malaysia: Aina Abdul, “Bluest Sky”
- Mongolia: Beck, “Chamguigeer (Without You)”
- Nepal: Pratik Himal Rai, “Ananta maya”
- Philippines: Carmelle, “Sobra-Sobra”
- South Korea: Junhee, “Deep Dive”
- Thailand: Mang and Daou, “Aroma”
- Vietnam: Tóc Tiên, “Em Tiên”
With all 11 acts confirmed, the contestants will compete in Bangkok for the inaugural title, bringing together artists and musical styles from across Asia.
The original Eurovision Song Contest has become an international music event, with participating broadcasters selecting artists to represent their countries. The Asian edition adopts the same country-based format, extending the concept to a new regional audience.