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Poppy Abraham on 'Jalla' Controversy: 'It's Noise' and 'Eurovision Gives Me a Headache'

Published February 11, 2026, 12:18
Poppy Abraham on 'Jalla' Controversy: 'It's Noise' and 'Eurovision Gives Me a Headache'

Actress Poppy Abraham commented on the controversy surrounding the letter calling for the withdrawal of the song “Jalla,” which was to represent Cyprus at Eurovision. She stated that she signed the letter based on trust in its authors, without having seen the music video, and expressed her surprise at the abuse she received afterward. She also clarified that she is not a fan of Eurovision, finds the song “noise,” and does not believe the competition promotes culture. She believes that as a citizen, she has the right to express her opinion on the use of public funds. She stressed that she does not want to see or hear the song again, rejecting it completely.