The second premiere on Telecinco last Friday, titled “Mediafest Night Fever,” drew particular attention not just for its acts but for a moment that unfolded offstage. A standout moment involved Isabel Pantoja’s niece, Anabel Pantoja, who shared the stage in a duet with Jaime Terrón, the vocalist from Melocos. The performance of the song “When I’m Gone” became a focal point of the night, and Anabel’s onstage energy earned her the respect of many viewers and jurors alike. Yet behind the applause, a behind-the-scenes tension persisted as questions about conduct and camera presence surfaced.
According to accounts from the day after the broadcast, Anabel appeared unsettled by how a companion of hers was treated on set. Yulen Pereira accompanied her on the show, and there was a sense that his presence might have shifted the spotlight away from Anabel at a critical moment. A source noted that he felt uneasy about being shown on screen when the attention needed to be on Anabel herself. The exchanges between the contestants and the production team were described as reflective of the high-pressure environment of live television, where every moment is scrutinized. As one observer summarized, the studio atmosphere was tense, and the situation quickly became a talking point among fans.
The host speaking to the audience explained that the moment was never choreographed. He said the sequence unfolded naturally: a focus on Anabel drew him toward her, and a microphone was placed in her hand. The connection between the two appeared to invite spontaneous interaction, and the moment was recorded live. The host added that the scene showed natural energy rather than a scripted maneuver, and that the vibrations between the participants were felt as genuine. Following the interaction, Anabel’s reaction was described as intense, with chatter about her preference that Yulen Pereira not be prominently visible in the frame. A participant close to the production said Anabel made her feelings clear, emphasizing her wish to keep the spotlight on her performance.
As the conversation continued, a viewer commentary circulating online quoted a witness who claimed to have seen the moment from a vantage point near the show’s administration area. The witness described Anabel’s facial expression changing abruptly and recounts that she began raising her voice in response to what she perceived as an intrusion. The observer suggested that the moment underscored ongoing disagreements about how much room is given to each contestant during live broadcasts. The witness added that some viewers believed the situation reflected broader tensions surrounding Anabel Pantoja’s appearance on the program, though the exact context remains a topic of discussion among fans.