As part of the grand finale of the Intervision 2025 song contest, all the acts performed A Million Voices by Polina Gagarina.
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Behind the scenes at Intervision 2025
If you enjoyed the 2025 Intervision Song Contest at the weekend, we have a collection of content on our YouTube channel for you to check out.
The latest uploads contain a behind the scenes montage of the production of the show, including a time-lapse of how the fantastic stage was constructed in the Live Arena in Moscow.
We’d like to congratulate all members of the production team and technical crew fror putting on such a wonderful show! It was just what we needed to fill the gap between the Eurovision and Junior Eurovision shows.
We also have a condensed ‘best of’ video of the contest, featuring highlights of the entire show, reduced down to 25 minutes. Watch below:
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Video footage kindly provided by Intervision.
Comment below what you thought of Russia’s alternative to Eurovision. What would you like to see in the 2026 edition?
Vietnam has won Intervision ’25 with “Phù Đổng Thiên Vương”
This evening, Intervision ’25 – Russia’s answer to the Eurovision Song Contest – was held in Moscow at the Live Arena. Twenty-two countries from across the globe perormed, but Vietnam’s Đức Phúc w
His song, “Phù Đổng Thiên Vương” featured a variety of musical styles and tempos, ultimately building to a thumping dancefloor banger! The song has been a fan favourite since being released, crowning Vietnam the winners of the re-launched Intervision format. During the show, it was announced that the Saudi Arabia will host the 2026 edition.
The entire four-hour broadcast of Intervision ’25 is available to watch on the official Intervision YouTube channel. If you’re a fan of either the Eurovision Song Contest or the Junior Eurovision Song Contest, we’re sure you’ll find plenty to enjoy!
We’d like to congratulate Đức Phúcon his win, and also to all involved in the production of Intervision ’25. We eagerly look forward to future editions of the contest!
In other news – originally, the United States of America were also due to compete in the contest, but were unable to perform at the very last moment, with the following statement being published from the organisers:
“For reasons beyond the control of the organizers and the US delegation, caused by unprecidented political pressure from the Government of Australia, singer VASSY (a citizen of the United States and Australia) will not be able to perform in the final show of the contest”
This follows the replacement of the United States of America’s original song and singer, Brandon Howard, just days before the show was due to begin.
Russia were also unable to win tonight’s contest, as their representative, SHAMAN, made a statement after his performance stating that no votes from the juries were to be cast for his country. It is still unclear as to why this decision was made.
With Russia and the USA out – just 21 countries were in contention to win the contest.
The points and scoreboard are available to view below, courtesy of Wikipedia:
| R/O | Country | Artist | Song | Points | Place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 |  Vietnam |
Đức Phúc | “Phù Đổng Thiên Vương“ | 422 | 1 |
| 2 |  Kyrgyzstan |
Nomad | “Jalgyz saga“ | 373 | 2 |
| 12 |  Qatar |
Dana Al Meer | “Huwa dha anta” | 369 | 3 |
| 15 |  Colombia |
Nidia Góngora | “En los Manglares“ | 347 | 4 |
| 11 |  Tajikistan |
Farrukh Hasanov | “Gori!“ | 344 | 5 |
| 21 |  Belarus |
Nastya Kravchenko | “Motylyok“ | 341 | 6 |
| 7 |  Kazakhstan |
Amre | “Dala tañy“ | 339 | 7 |
| 13 |  Madagascar |
D-Lain and Denise | “Tiako hanjeky“ | 338 | 8 |
| 3 |  China |
Wang Xi | “Zài lùshàng” | 328 | 9 |
| 22 |  Uzbekistan |
Shokhrukh Mirzo Ganiev | “Sensan sevarim“ | 296 | 10 |
| 1 |  Cuba |
Zulema Iglesias Salazar | “Guaguancó“ | 285 | 11 |
| 23 |  India |
Rauhan Malik | “Ishq“ | 272 | 12 |
| 17 |  Venezuela |
Omar Acedo | “La fiesta de la paz“ | 268 | 13 |
| 18 |  Serbia |
Slobodan Trkulja and Balkanopolis | “Tri ružice“ | 236 | 14 |
| 19 |  South Africa |
Mzansi Jikelele | “Home” | 233 | 15 |
| 8 |  United Arab Emirates |
Saif al-Ali | “Dawaa lilsalam” | 232 | 16 |
| 14 |  Saudi Arabia |
Zena Emad | “Mojrad ham” | 224 | 17 |
| 6 |  Kenya |
Sanaipei | “Flavour” | 214 | 18 |
| 16 |  Ethiopia |
Netsanet Sultan | “Halaala” | 179 | 19 |
| 4 |  Egypt |
Mustafa Saad | “Ben elbanat” | 166 | 20 |
| 10 |  Brazil |
Luciano Calazans and Tais Nader | “Pipoca com Amor” | 164 | 21 |
 United States |
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| 9 |  Russia |
Shaman | “Pryamo po serdtsu“ | Not ranked | |
Source: ESC Covers / Intervision / Wikipedia
SOUTH AFRICAN DELEGATION HOLDING A PRESS CONFERENCE IN MOSCOW AHEAD OF TONIGHT’S INTERVISION CONTEST
Earlier today the South African delegation held a press conference in Moscow, Russia, ahead of tonight’s INTERVISION contest. Continue reading SOUTH AFRICAN DELEGATION HOLDING A PRESS CONFERENCE IN MOSCOW AHEAD OF TONIGHT’S INTERVISION CONTEST
Intervision ’25 – Dima Bilan reveals who would be his ideal duet partner
With only a number of hours to go until Intervision 2025, ESC Covers are preparing for tonight’s big show, live from Moscow. Further press conferences are scheduled between rehearsals.
Yesterday, our journalist, Elina, attended Dima Bilan‘s (Eurovision 2008) press conference, where she asked who he would most like to perform a duet with.
Dima was the winner of the 2008 Eurovision Song Contest, and still remains to be incredibly popular, both in Russia and around the world. Dima is also the official Ambassador for the 2025 Intervision Song Contest.
Whilst the rehearsals of the contest have been behind closed doors, we thouroughly expect Dima to be performing during the show, possibly with his classic, “Believe”.
You can watch Dima’s response to our question in the YouTube short. However, if you can’t understand Russian, we have provided an English translation below the following clip.
Eliana: Some journalists have already asked you about the Arabic music you like and about the representative of Kazakhstan who was on your team as a mentor in the 10th season of The Voice Russia. Is there anyone among the participants of Intervision 2025 with whom you would like to release a duet song? Maybe with the representative of Belarus, Nastya Kravchenko? What qualities should a singer have to be a suitable duet partner for you?
Dima Bilan: I hear a lot about Nastya Kravchenko. The starting point is always the song and the music. It’s for the sake of music that we are all here together. And also, in a duet, the person has to suit me visually and energetically.
The 2025 Intervision Song Contest takes places at 20:30 (Moscow time) / 19:30 CET. The show will be broadcast live on a number of TV channels from participating countries, with some having delayed coverage to provide a more suitable time-slot for their viewers.
As of yet, no live stream has been scheduled on either of Intervision’s official YouTube or RUTUBE channels. Channel One Russia have a live stream on their website, but we believe this to be geo-blocked outside of Russia.
https://www.1tv.ru/live
Intervision ’25 – Wang Xi from China chats with ESC Covers
Yesterday, Eliana Goncharova from ESC Covers attended Wang Xi, the Chinese representative for Intervision 2025’s press conference. Wang answered an number of her questions which you can read below, translated into the English language.
The interview is also available to watch on the ESC Covers Official YouTube channel short, where it is spoken in Chinese and was translated into Russian for the press centre audience.
Eliana: You will be singing in Chinese language, and many of the audience don’t know Chinese. Could you tell us what your song is about?
Wang Xi: My song is about how the weather changes outside the window—it’s sometimes rain, sometimes sunshine. Our life goes on. Don’t rush, enjoy what you have right now. My song not only features Chinese elements, but this version also touches on the theme of nature. For example, there is a small river. I created this version specifically for Intervision. I hope the audience will listen and understand Chinese music. China has many different ethnic groups, each with its own culture and music. I’m happy to be in Moscow, I’m glad to represent Chinese music, and I’m enjoying every day here.
Eliana: How do you feel in Russia?
Wang Xi: Both during rehearsals and on excursions around Moscow, I receive warmth and support from my Russian friends. I thought I knew Russia well, but all my knowledge came from books. In China, I’m surrounded by fans, but here I’m surrounded by art and creativity. I hope that tomorrow I’ll be able to perform well. I hope my voice and my creativity will be appreciated by the people in Russia.
Wang Xi will be the third country’s performer to take to the stage, with his song “Zài lùshàng“.
The full running order is as follows:
| 1 | Cuba |
Zulema Iglesias Salazar | “Guaguancó“ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Kyrgyzstan |
Nomad | “Jalgyz saga“ |
| 3 | China |
Wang Xi | “Zài lùshàng” |
| 4 | Egypt |
Mustafa Saad | “Ben elbanat” |
| 5 | United States |
Vassy | “Midnight” |
| 6 | Kenya |
Sanaipei | “Flavour” |
| 7 | Kazakhstan |
Amre | “Dala tañy“ |
| 8 | United Arab Emirates |
Saif al-Ali | “Dawaa lilsalam” |
| 9 | Russia |
Shaman | “Pryamo po serdtsu“ |
| 10 | Brazil |
Luciano Calazans and Tais Nader | “Pipoca com Amor” |
| 11 | Tajikistan |
Farrukh Hasanov | “Gori!“ |
| 12 | Qatar |
Dana Al Meer | “Huwa dha anta” |
| 13 | Madagascar |
D-Lain and Denise | “Tiako hanjeky“ |
| 14 | Saudi Arabia |
Zena Emad | “Mojrad ham” |
| 15 | Colombia |
Nidia Góngora | “En los Manglares“ |
| 16 | Ethiopia |
Netsanet Sultan | “Halaala” |
| 17 | Venezuela |
Omar Acedo | “La fiesta de la paz“ |
| 18 | Serbia |
Slobodan Trkulja and Balkanopolis | “Tri ružice“ |
| 19 | South Africa |
Mzansi Jikelele | “Home” |
| 20 | Vietnam |
Đức Phúc | “Phù Đổng Thiên Vương“ |
| 21 | Belarus |
Nastya Kravchenko | “Motylyok“ |
| 22 | Uzbekistan |
Shokhrukh Mirzo Ganiev | “Sensan sevarim“ |
| 23 | India |
Rauhan Malik | “Ishq“ |
Source: ESC Covers / Wikipedia
Intervision ’25 – Serbia’s Slobodan Trkulja speaks to ESC Covers ahead of live final
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)
Intervision commentator, Yana Churikova, explains some of the contest’s rules
This morning, a press conference with Russia’s 2025 Intervision commentator, Yana Churikova, was held. Yana has also been the Russian commentator for the Eurovision Song Contest in 2009, 2013, 2015 and 2018.
Eliana, our Intervision reporter for ESC Covers was in attendence, and has provided an English translation of her question and reponse from Yana.
If you are able to understand Russian, the full clip is available to watch as a short on our YouTube channel. We’ll be providing more content from the Intervision Song Contest ahead of the live show tomorrow evening!
VASSY will represent the USA with ‘Midnight’ at Intervision 2025
The United States of America now have a new song and artist representing them at Intervision ’25 on Saturday night.
VASSY will now take to the stage with her song, ‘Midnight’. The original performer, Brandon Howard is no longer able to perform, due to “unforeseen family circumstances.”
VASSY’s replacement is an upbeat dancefloor banger, released on the Dutch ‘Spinnin’ Records‘ record label, which is responsible for a huge catalogue of huge electronic music hits.
VASSY is the first woman to receive the EDMA Icon Award (2023), she has collaborated with Tiësto and David Guetta on chart-topping tracks that have gone multi-platinum in 30 countries. Her hits have racked up millions of streams worldwide. In addition to her music career, she is actively involved in social initiatives, including music education for youth and the promotion of green technologies.
It’s unknown yet, whether there will be any variation or revamp to the song which was released a year ago. We’ll find out once VASSY performs ‘Midnight’ on the Moscow stage. But, for now, the original version is available to watch on YouTube in the link below.
The full list of the 23 artists and songs that will be competing on Saturday evening’s show are as follows:
Sources and Images: Intervision / Eliana Goncharova
Meet the official international hosts of Intervision’25!
Intervision – Russia’s alternative to the Eurovision Song Contest, will take place on Saturday, September 20th in Moscow.
The producers have now revealed the two presenters that will host the upcoming show!
Stefy Patel 🇮🇳 — actress, model, winner of Miss Teen International and finalist of Femina Miss India. A rising star in cinema and a cultural ambassador for India on global stages.
Meng Lei 🇨🇳 — bilingual Chinese-English TV presenter and the face of global brands like Jaguar, Chanel, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW. A charismatic host of world-class events around the globe.
Eliana Goncharova from ESC Covers will be in Moscow to attend the event, and she’ll be keeping you up-to-date with the latest news and will also be chatting to the acts taking part!Yesterday, an official press conference was held at the MFA Reception House — a major step in preparing for Intervision ’25.Speakers included:
▪ Sergey Kiriyenko — Supervisory Board Chairman
▪ Dmitry Chernyshenko — Organizing Committee Chairman
▪ Sergey Lavrov — Deputy Chairman
▪ Konstantin Ernst — Channel One CEO and Committee Member
▪ Delegates, press, and international guests
Key facts:
— 36 cameras will film the Live Arena final
— AI will be used in the live broadcast
— 150+ people in the production team
— Hosts: China + India duo
— Greenroom: covered by a celebrity married couple of Alex Sparrow and Aida Garifullina from Channel One
— Expected audience: 4 billion worldwide
We recently posted a video featuring 30-second clips of all 23 of the competing songs, which you can watch below.
We have, however, recieved news (via Andy Mikheev) that Brandon Howard, the artist due to represent the United States of America, will not be able to represent his country, and has now been replaced by an Australian singer of Greek origin that lives in the US – VASSY
TASS – the Russian News Agency also have posted this information.