Eurovision 2025: Croatia’s First Rehearsal!

Croatia’s first rehearsal at Eurovision 2025 has made a strong impression, as rising star Marko Bošnjak delivered a stirring performance of his emotional ballad “Poison Cake” on the grand stage in Basel, Switzerland. The 20-year-old singer, originally from Prozor-Rama, Bosnia and Herzegovina, is no stranger to the spotlight, having previously won acclaim on “The Voice Kids” in Croatia. Now representing his country at Europe’s biggest music event, Bošnjak showcased a deeply moving and vocally powerful performance during rehearsals. The stage was kept minimalistic, using dramatic lighting to intensify the raw emotion of the song, which explores themes of love, betrayal, and personal transformation. Dressed in a sleek black suit with understated detailing, Bošnjak exuded poise and vulnerability, allowing his vocals and artistry to take center stage. “Poison Cake,” co-written by Bošnjak, Bas Wissink, Ben Pyne, and Emma Gale, has already struck a chord with Eurovision fans, with many praising the song’s haunting composition and Bošnjak’s commanding delivery. Social media buzzed with praise, with fans calling it a standout performance and a potential contender for a top spot in the final. As Croatia fine-tunes its act ahead of the live shows, excitement is building over the nation’s chances, and Marko Bošnjak is proving himself not only as a singer, but as an artist capable of captivating Europe with authenticity and soul.