Power Couple's Asi Buzaglo Slams Show Producers for Humiliation

Asi Buzaglo, a contestant on the reality show "Power Couple" on Reshet 13, has sharply criticized the show's production and some fellow contestants nearly two months after the finale. Buzaglo revealed in an interview that he considered withdrawing from the final, only being convinced to stay by his wife, Adi, and their agent. He stated that while relationships were good during filming, the atmosphere soured once the show began airing, with some participants attacking him and his wife in the media, which he claims the production allowed and even amplified. Buzaglo expressed regret over not quitting, finding the finale viewing a difficult experience, and noted relief at the show's approximately 8% viewership rating.

Despite reaching the finale with the highest cash prize of 493,000 shekels, Buzaglo and his wife Adi lost to Uri and Ana Banai, who had 399,000 shekels. The final decision was based on viewer votes, not the accumulated funds. Buzaglo believes he and Adi deserved to win and criticized other contestants, particularly Omri Kanda, for attacking their lifestyle and financial situation. He refuted claims of ostracizing other couples, asserting that they were the ones subjected to hurtful behavior and alienation.

In a separate development, Buzaglo addressed singer Sharon Haziz's attempt at reconciliation before Yom Kippur. Buzaglo explained he did not respond because the hurtful behavior continued even after he tried to mend fences, and he doubted the sincerity of her apology. Despite the public controversy and its impact on his four children, Buzaglo does not regret participating, feeling he and Adi showcased the strength of their relationship. Reshet 13 has denied Buzaglo's claims, calling them "baseless."