ESC Covers’ continued behind-the-scenes coverage of Intervision 2025 continues with another clip from yesterday’s press conferences. This time our correspondent, Eliana, got chance to ask Serbia’s Slobodan Trkulja a couple of questions.
You can watch the entire clip on our YouTube short, but we have also provided an English transcript, plus an extra comment from Slobodan below.
Eliana: My first question is a philosophical one: What small act of kindness can change anyone’s day in the world?
Slobodan Trkulja: The answer to your first question is — to pray.
Eliana: My second question is about cultural exchange: This July I visited your wonderful country and went to Belgrade, Subotica, and Novi Sad. Is this your first visit to Russia? Would you like to visit not only Moscow but also other beautiful cities in Russia, such as Saint Petersburg, Kazan, or Sochi?
Slobodan Trkulja: The answer to your second question is — this is not my first visit to Russia. Besides Moscow, I have performed concerts in Saint Petersburg and Khanty-Mansiysk.
Eliana: In your opinion, what makes Intervision different from Eurovision?
Slobodan Trkulija: It’s time to stop comparing Eurovision and Intervision.
Intervision is a unique music festival that supports traditional cultural and family values. All 23 participants demonstrate an outstanding level of vocal, acting, musical, and lyrical mastery. Intervision gives us a unique platform where we can showcase the musical, cultural, and traditional roots of our countries and peoples.
Eliana: To whom is your song “Three Little Roses” dedicated?
Slobodan Trkulija: My song is dedicated to my three daughters. Through music, I want to show how children who grew up in the modern world, but on the foundation of traditions, search for their place. In this song, I also speak about how a pine tree grows. This pine tree symbolizes the shoulders of our ancestors on which we stand. And we also know that the pine’s roots grow very deep, just as children seek their place in the modern world while preserving the traditions of their forefathers.
Slobodan will perform his song “Tri ružice” in 18th position of the live Intervision show, which starts at 20:30 (Moscow time) / 19:30 (CET)