Maria Chivu - Nu Еџtiu Ce E Cu Norocul | Finala Sezonului 8 Vedeta Popularдѓ (@tvr1) Apr 2026

The performance featured commentary and praise from jury members and folklore experts, including Simion Bogdan and Elize Stan .

Hailing from Teleorman , Chivu is known for her authentic style and often performs with a cobza (a traditional string instrument). The performance featured commentary and praise from jury

You can watch the full performance on the official TVR YouTube channel or find more about her journey on the TVR1 website . Maria Chivu's performance of "" was a highlight

Maria Chivu's performance of "" was a highlight of the Season 8 Finale of the Romanian folk talent show Vedeta populară , aired on TVR1 in June 2022. Key Performance Highlights: sharing the title and a 100

Her performance was praised for its "crystalline and memorable" vocal quality, reinforcing her status as a rising star in Romanian folklore.

Maria Chivu was one of the two grand winners of Season 8, sharing the title and a 100,000 lei prize with Ioana Ștefan.