Assi Azar Teases Rotem Sela With a Story at ‘The Next Star’ Launch

The launch event for the new season of “The Next Star for Eurovision” turned into more than a routine gathering, according to the source. Judges and hosts came together to mark the upcoming season, and stories from the past soon became part of the conversation. Shiri Maimon shared an anecdote about her earlier experiences, prompting presenter Assi Azar to respond with a story of his own. The source says Azar used the moment to tease fellow host Rotem Sela, though it does not provide the full details of the tale or explain exactly what happened between them. The exchange added a playful note to the launch, where the assembled TV personalities traded recollections ahead of the show’s return. The account focuses on the back-and-forth between Azar and Sela, sparked by Maimon’s memories, rather than revealing a major announcement about the competition. The new season is set to bring the familiar judges and presenters back together as contestants compete for a place in the Eurovision spotlight. For now, the source’s account of the launch offers a brief glimpse of the banter among the team, with Azar’s story about Sela providing its standout moment.