Piersic's playful tease of Mayor Boc brightens TIFF opening in Cluj

Cluj-Napoca, Romania – June 14, 2025. The Transilvania International Film Festival (TIFF) opened with an unexpected moment of levity. Renowned Romanian actor Florin Piersic, during an on-stage conversation, playfully teased Cluj Mayor Emil Boc, inquiring about his wife. The unexpected remark brought laughter from the audience. "Domnule Boc: "Soția dvs ma iubește" ("Mr. Boc: Your wife loves me")", Piersic quipped, according to the video. The video, which has quickly gained popularity online, shows Boc's amused reaction and the general festive atmosphere of the event. The incident adds a touch of lightheartedness to the otherwise formal opening of the prestigious film festival, showcasing the connection between art, culture, and the local community. The video's popularity reflects the public's interest in the interaction between these two prominent figures.