Asia Eurovision Debuts in Bangkok as Global TV Highlights Weekend
The inaugural Asia Eurovision Song Contest debuts from Bangkok, while new documentaries and series arrive in Israeli media, Netflix, and Disney Plus this weekend.
The Eurovision Song Contest expanded beyond Europe this weekend with the inaugural edition of the Asia Eurovision Song Contest, broadcast live from Bangkok. Featuring representatives from 11 countries performing in ten local languages and English, the event marks a milestone for the iconic brand seven decades after its European debut. While Australia and Asian nations such as Japan, China, and India did not participate, Israeli viewers were able to vote online, with Kan 11 airing the full broadcast accompanied by commentary from Asaf Liberman and Elad Bar-Noi.
Documentaries and Youth Series Highlight Weekend Screenings
Documentary fans can tune into Kan 11 for Iris Zaki's new film, which explores the lives of four Tel Aviv women in their late forties who chose a childfree lifestyle. The intimate discussion challenges societal norms and examines older generations of women who made similar choices decades ago. Meanwhile, Netflix launched Alan's Universe, a fantasy teen comedy series created by American content creator Alan Chikin Chow, bringing his popular YouTube scenarios to the streaming platform.
Global Scientific Expeditions and Holiday Specials
Disney Plus introduced Expedition: Saving Our Seas, a National Geographic documentary narrated by Auli'i Cravalho. The film follows marine researchers across five oceans, documenting groundbreaking discoveries such as a rare hydrothermal vent and live colossal squid footage. Additionally, Disney Plus released A Proud Family Wizmas, a stop-motion holiday musical special featuring guest stars Gabrielle Union and Anderson .Paak.
