Assi Azar and Rotem Sela Talk Eurovision, TV Projects, and Politics
TV hosts Assi Azar and Rotem Sela discuss returning for a new season of The Next Star for Eurovision, midnight contestant surprises, and sharing political views.
Television hosts Assi Azar and Rotem Sela are back on screen, returning to host the latest season of "The Next Star for Eurovision" on Keshet 12. After years of close collaboration, the dynamic duo continues to evolve, bringing fresh surprises to viewers and each other.
Ahead of the season premiere, the co-hosts opened up in a joint interview about the creative process on set, highlighting a fun new twist this year: midnight home visits to surprise select auditionees. Beyond the music competition, Azar confirmed that Sela will star in his upcoming romantic comedy, joking that she even holds veto power over the production's casting choices.
Eurovision Prospects and Political Climate
Addressing whether Europe is ready for another Israeli Eurovision victory, Sela noted that while geopolitical headwinds remain challenging, Israel's strong consecutive second-place finishes prove the music resonates. Azar added that betting market trends clearly indicate European audiences often vote for compelling songs rather than strict political lines.
The co-hosts also touched upon their past decisions to publicly voice political preferences during turbulent times. While Azar admitted to previously taking a step back as the political climate grew overly heated, both expressed satisfaction with the positive public embrace they received, emphasizing the importance of sharing personal perspectives on the country's direction.
