Shakira has officially landed in Mexico, and fans are buzzing with excitement. The Colombian superstar arrived on January 21 at the Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA). Her arrival marked the start of a temporary move to prepare for her much-anticipated Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour. According to multiple reports, this move is all about rehearsals for what Shakira calls the most ambitious show of her career.

Fans Welcome Shakira with Open Arms at AIFA

Shakira’s arrival didn’t go unnoticed. As reported by El Financiero, the moment she touched down, fans were ready with cheers and chants. “Shakira, hermana, ya eres mexicana!” echoed through the airport as the singer greeted her admirers with smiles and waves. She even took a moment to share her excitement with reporters. She said, “I am very happy to be here in Mexico, a country that has supported me, understood me, loved me. And I love you with all my heart.”

This warm welcome set the tone for Shakira’s temporary residency. She now plans to dive deep into preparations for her global tour.

Why Shakira Moves to Mexico for Rehearsals

In an interview with the Brazilian show Domingão com Huck, Shakira explained why she chose Mexico for her pre-tour setup. According to El Financiero, the singer revealed that the scale of her upcoming show required a larger rehearsal space than she could find in Miami. She shared that this tour will include more songs, costumes, and surprises than ever before.

“This has been a very healing process for me and for many women,” Shakira said about the tour’s theme. Mexico, with its rich support for her music, felt like the perfect place to bring this vision to life.

A Record-Breaking Tour in Mexico

Shakira’s connection to Mexico runs deep, and this tour will only strengthen that bond. According to Billboard, she’s making history as the first artist to hold seven consecutive shows at Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City. The venue will host a whopping 455,000 fans across her performances, which are set to begin in March.

Before these record-breaking shows, Shakira will also perform in Monterrey’s Estadio BBVA and Guadalajara’s Estadio Akron. Her time in Mexico will serve as the central hub for rehearsals, reported El País.

Shakira’s Love for Mexican Culture

Shakira’s temporary move isn’t just about work—she’s also looking forward to indulging in some of her favorite Mexican dishes. Speaking to reporters at AIFA, she said, “I’m going to eat some tacos, some flautas… and I want a plate of jícamas with salt and lime.” Her playful excitement extended to her fans, whom she referred to as her “manada” (pack). “I can’t wait to reconnect with them,” she added.

The Tour Kicks Off in Brazil Before Heading to Mexico

Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour officially begins on February 11 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. After stops in countries like Colombia, Argentina, and Peru, the tour will make its way to Mexico in March. From there, it’s set to continue in Canada and the United States, where overwhelming demand has already led to venue upgrades from arenas to stadiums, Billboard reported.

A Full Circle Moment for Shakira and Her Mexican Fans

Mexico has long been a special place for Shakira. Her career took off in the country with her 1996 Pies Descalzos album, and she’s been embraced by Mexican audiences ever since. From her iconic free concert in Mexico City’s Zócalo in 2007 to her continued success on the charts, Shakira’s relationship with Mexico is one of mutual admiration.

Now, as she gears up for the most ambitious tour of her career, Shakira’s choice to move to Mexico feels like a heartfelt tribute to a country that has always supported her. Fans can expect nothing less than magic when she takes the stage this March.

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