SANREMO – Who doesn’t love the Sanremo Festival? Every year, millions of Italians tune in to follow the country’s most beloved musical event. But what does the 2025 edition have in store for us? With Carlo Conti at the helm and Mahmood as a possible co-host, expectations are sky-high. Let’s discover all the news and previews together.
THE RETURN OF CARLO CONTI: A SAFE CHOICE
After five successful editions under the guidance of Amadeus, the 2025 Sanremo Festival will see the return of Carlo Conti as artistic director and presenter. Conti, who already hosted the Festival from 2015 to 2017, is a safe choice for RAI, which aims to replicate the record numbers of past years. But how will he manage to maintain the high standards and not disappoint the audience?
MAHMOOD: THE PERFECT CO-HOST?
According to the latest rumors, Mahmood could be the co-host of the Festival. The Milanese singer-songwriter, known for his award-winning hits and his stage presence, has a special bond with Sanremo, having triumphed twice with “Soldi” and “Brividi”. His participation as co-host could be the key to attracting a young and dynamic audience, without forgetting the tradition of the Festival. Gabriele Parpiglia, a gossip journalist, launched the rumor during the program “Password” on RTL 102.5. Mahmood could take on the same role that Marco Mengoni and Giorgia had last year, becoming the super guest of the evening. A trend that is now consolidated, as demonstrated by Giorgia’s participation in hosting X Factor.
NEWS AND PREVIEWS: WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE 2025 FESTIVAL
Carlo Conti has already begun to implement his little revolution for Sanremo 2025. Among the most significant changes, there is talk of a reduction in the time of the evenings, which should end around midnight, and a decrease in the number of songs in the competition. Furthermore, the Dopo Festival will be reinstated, which according to Dagospia will be entrusted to Alessandro Cattelan, in a sort of handover for the future. Another new change concerns the scenography, which will be designed by Riccardo Bocchini, taking the place of veterans Gaetano and Maria Chiara Castelli. Furthermore, the old distinction between Big and New Proposals will return, a choice that could bring back a bit of nostalgia among the Festival’s historic fans.
MAHMOOD AND FASHION: A WINNING COMBINATION
We can’t talk about Mahmood without mentioning his unmistakable style. The singer-songwriter is known for his bold and designer looks, which often become trends. Who doesn’t remember his golden jumpsuit that took the charts by storm last year? His presence on the Ariston stage could bring a breath of fresh air and modernity, making the Festival even more captivating.
A FESTIVAL IN THE NAME OF INCLUSIVITY
Sanremo 2025 will not only be music and entertainment, but also an opportunity to promote important values such as inclusiveness and acceptance. Ambrosia Fortuna, an Italian transgender performer and activist, recently celebrated Pride Month with a call to the need for acceptance for the queer community. Stories like that of Cloe Bianco and La Tarantina remind us of the beauty of diversity and the importance of fighting discrimination and prejudice.
THE FUTURE OF THE FESTIVAL: BETWEEN TRADITION AND INNOVATION
Sanremo is an event that manages to combine tradition and innovation, and the 2025 edition will be no exception. With Carlo Conti and Mahmood at the helm, we can expect a Festival that respects its history but also looks to the future. It will be interesting to see how these two personalities will be able to collaborate and bring an unforgettable show to the Ariston stage. Ultimately, Sanremo 2025 promises to be an edition full of surprises and novelties. With a mix of well-known faces and new proposals, the Festival promises to give emotions and maintain the high level of quality that the public expects. We just have to wait until February to find out if all these previews will materialize and if Carlo Conti and Mahmood will be able to conquer the hearts of Italians.
