La Cintumbare self-proclaims as "the queen of Cuba" while shooting a music video on the streets and rooftops of Havana

La Cintumbare is filming their new music video in a neighborhood of Havana, where the deterioration and poverty of this part of the Cuban capital are clearly evident.


La Cintumbare has done it again. Amidst the popular excitement and surrounded by dozens of children and young people chanting her name, she filmed scenes for her upcoming music video in the streets, and even on the rooftops, of a neighborhood in Havana.

The controversial influencer, who keeps making headlines in the Cuban scene, shared several moments from the filming on Instagram. In one of them, she is seen dominating the rooftop of a house while singing part of her new song, dressed in a denim outfit in front of the camera with people watching her from the street.

Instagram Capture / La Cintumbare

"The namesake of mine is becoming famous. The queen of Cuba", she wrote alongside another video from the recording in which she appears dancing and singing in the street surrounded by people.

The filming took place in a typical neighborhood of Havana, with worn facades and a poverty-stricken atmosphere that highlights the decline and decay of the country, but La Cintumbare does not seem to care because according to her she feels happy in her homeland and among her people.

Indeed, the promotion of her new track was done sitting on a sidewalk next to a dumpster in Vedado while drinking whisky and beer, which sparked both praise and criticism among her followers.

Frequently asked questions about La Cintumbare and its impact in Cuba

Who is La Cintumbare and why is she famous?

La Cintumbare is the stage name of Cinthya Medrano, a Cuban influencer known for her provocative style and controversial posts on social media. Since her return to Cuba after being deported from the United States, she has maintained a strong presence on social media, sharing moments from her life on the island and generating both support and criticism.

Why does La Cintumbare call herself "The Queen of Cuba"?

In her posts, La Cintumbare has referred to herself as "The Queen of Cuba" in a defiant tone, possibly as a response to her critics and to strengthen her media image. She self-proclaims "The Queen of Cuba" to emphasize her influence and notoriety in the Cuban digital scene, despite the country's social and economic context.

How has the Cuban audience reacted to the return of La Cintumbare?

The return of La Cintumbare to Cuba has sparked divided opinions among the Cuban public. While some support her and applaud her carefree attitude, others criticize her for her ostentatious display of wealth and lifestyle amidst the economic crisis the country is facing. Her relationship with figures like Sandro Castro has also been a subject of controversy.

What has been La Cintumbare's response to the criticisms it has received?

La Cintumbare has responded to criticism with defiant messages on her social media, stating that negative comments do not affect her and that she continues to be happy in her land, surrounded by her family and followers.

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Deneb González

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