Bulgaria’s Eurovision 2026 champion, DARA, recently had a chance encounter with tennis superstar Novak Djokovic and his daughter. The popular singer posted a video on her social media channels, delighting fans with a spontaneous dance session alongside the sports icon. The unexpected meeting has quickly gone viral, showcasing a lighter side of both celebrities.

A chance encounter goes viral

DARA, who brought Bulgaria its first-ever Eurovision victory in May 2026 with her hit song ‘Bangaranga‘, shared a heartwarming moment with tennis legend Novak Djokovic. The two stars, along with Djokovic’s daughter, were filmed engaging in a spontaneous dance, much to the delight of their respective fanbases. The video, which DARA posted on her social media, quickly garnered significant attention, highlighting the unexpected joy of celebrity interactions.

 

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Eurovision winner’s post-victory celebrations

Since her triumph at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, DARA has been enjoying widespread acclaim and has continued to make headlines. Her winning entry, ‘Bangaranga‘, not only secured Bulgaria’s historic win but also achieved global recognition, making her the first Bulgarian artist to enter the prestigious Billboard Global 200 chart. This latest interaction with Novak Djokovic adds another memorable moment to her post-Eurovision journey, showcasing her vibrant personality beyond the stage.

Bulgaria’s pride in DARA

DARA’s victory has been a source of immense national pride for Bulgaria, which returned to the contest after a three-year hiatus. Her success has been celebrated across the country, with her being hailed as a national ambassador. From headlining Sofia Pride to preparing for appearances at major music awards, DARA continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment world, and her spontaneous dance with Djokovic further cements her status as a beloved public figure.

DARA was crowned the winner of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contes in Vienna with her mega hit ‘Bangaranga’, thus giving Bulgaria its very first Eurovision victory.

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Sanjay (Sergio) joined esctoday.com in December 2006 as an editor. He was appointed as the Head of Press of ESCToday.com in 2011. Hereafter in 2016 he was promoted as the Head of International Relations & Communications at ESCToday. Sergio has covered the Eurovision Song Contest live 23 times since 2000, having worked for several international magazines and media outlets.