Andrei Zevakin criticized the band Vanilla Ninja after they won the Eesti Laul 2026 contest to represent Estonia at Eurovision, highlighting mixed public reactions.
Andrei Zevakin, a prominent content creator in Estonia, publicly criticized Vanilla Ninja following their victory in the Eesti Laul 2026 competition, which qualifies them to represent Estonia at the Eurovision Song Contest. His remarks on Instagram revealed that public opinion regarding Vanilla Ninja’s success is polarized, as many fans are excited, while others express skepticism about the band's capabilities.
Zevakin's statements are part of a broader discourse in Estonia about the band’s past and their current relevance in the music scene. As the Eurovision Song Contest, which attracts international attention, approaches, discussions surrounding the selection of representatives have intensified. The division in public sentiment illustrates the challenges that come with representing a nation in an event as prominent as Eurovision.
Ultimately, Zevakin’s criticism underscores the public’s expectations for their Eurovision representatives and the weight such competitions carry in shaping national pride. Whether Vanilla Ninja can overcome this criticism and win over skeptics remains to be seen as they prepare for the upcoming international stage.
