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Carmelle Draws Sixth Performance Slot for Eurovision Asia

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What Readers Should Know

CARMELLE is scheduled to perform sixth for the Philippines at Eurovision Song Contest Asia on November 14, 2026. Her entry, “Sobra-Sobra,” follows Bhutan and precedes Bangladesh in the supplied running order.

Key Takeaways

  • The Philippines has the sixth performance slot.
  • CARMELLE will sing “Sobra-Sobra.”
  • Eleven countries are participating.
  • The competition takes place November 14 in Bangkok.
  • ABS-CBN is the official Philippine broadcast partner.

The Philippine representative will perform “Sobra-Sobra” between Bhutan and Bangladesh at the November 14 competition in Bangkok.

The Philippines is set to perform sixth among 11 participating countries at Eurovision Song Contest Asia, with Carmelle Collado, performing as CARMELLE, representing the country with “Sobra-Sobra.”

According to the supplied running-order announcement, the Philippine performance follows Bhutan’s Nyendra and precedes Bangladesh’s Beatmosphere.

The inaugural contest takes place on November 14, 2026, at One Bangkok Forum in Thailand, as confirmed by Eurovision’s official event page.

A place in the middle of the show

The announced order places Vietnam’s Tóc Tiên at the opening of the competition and Malaysia’s Aina Abdul at the close.

For Filipino viewers, the sixth slot provides a clear point to watch for as the country makes its first appearance in the Asian contest.

The supplied story says the order was posted through Eurovision Song Contest Asia’s Facebook and Instagram accounts.

“Sobra-Sobra” carries a message of confidence

Written by Nica del Rosario and Mat Olavides, “Sobra-Sobra” won the Philippine Selection Night on August 30.

ABS-CBN describes the song as an anthem of empowerment, combining CARMELLE’s vocals and rap delivery with Filipino musical elements and other influences.

The national selection gave the singer the opportunity to bring the song to Bangkok, where entries from 10 other countries will compete.

Eurovision’s official song roundup also confirms CARMELLE and “Sobra-Sobra” as the Philippine entry.

Where Filipino audiences can watch

ABS-CBN is the contest’s official Philippine broadcast partner.

The supplied announcement lists Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, A2Z, AllTV and MYX among the platforms carrying the November 14 broadcast.

Viewers should check the broadcaster’s final listings for local airtimes and channel availability.

The performance gives the Philippines an opportunity to introduce an original Filipino-language entry to the contest’s regional audience.

Reader Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents the Philippines?

Carmelle Collado, performing as CARMELLE.

What song will she perform?

“Sobra-Sobra,” written by Nica del Rosario and Mat Olavides.

What is the Philippine running-order position?

Sixth, according to the supplied announcement.

Which countries perform immediately around her?

Bhutan precedes the Philippines, followed by Bangladesh.

When and where is the contest?

November 14, 2026, at One Bangkok Forum in Thailand.

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