Chanel Terrero has embarked on a new professional chapter titled Disney, a project announced this week through official statements and social media posts. The singer and performer, who represented Spain at Eurovision 2022, will lend her voice to a portion of the score for the live‑action Pinocchio film produced by the animation powerhouse. The announcement confirms her involvement in a project that blends classic storytelling with contemporary cinematic production, underscoring Terrero’s expanding influence in the music and film landscape.
Terrero will perform the iconic theme blue star, a Spanish adaptation of the beloved song When You Wish Upon A Star. This track will appear in the final credits of the Spanish release, which is scheduled to hit theaters on Thursday, September 8. The original version of the song was performed by Academy Award nominee Cynthia Erivo, and Terrero’s rendition aims to honor that legacy while bringing a fresh vocal interpretation to Spanish audiences.
Speaking about the opportunity, Terrero described the project as a bold and thrilling challenge. She expressed gratitude and reverence for Disney’s invitation to reinterpret a song that is deeply ingrained in popular culture. The singer emphasized the careful approach she took, aiming to respect the original while adding her own emotional imprint. The project is expected to be available to audiences on the stated release date, offering a new sonic experience within the film’s rich musical landscape.
The news arrives after Terrero stepped back from an earlier plan that would have marked her first major TV project. She was initially linked to a series connected to Malinche, a project led by Nacho Cano that delves into the historical romance between La Malinche and Hernán Cortés during the conquest of the Americas. Reports from ABC’s web version indicated that Terrero would not headline the series, a decision that aligned with her evolving artistic priorities and commitments to other creative endeavors.
The shift in focus followed Terrero’s notable performance at Eurovision 2022, where her third‑place finish with the song Slomo propelled a wave of new recording sessions and musical engagements. These developments created a dense schedule that made it difficult to participate in every opportunity that arose, prompting the artist to select projects that aligned with her long‑term artistic goals and personal resonance with the material.
In parallel with the Pinocchio soundtrack work, Terrero has been involved in the ongoing development of a musical theater project led by Nacho Cano. She joined a team that includes other performers and creators who are translating familiar stage magic into a concerted stage experience. Before Belin order, Terrero contributed to the show’s progression by recording material for scenes, including a track called Destino México that features in a musical montage. The collaboration reflects Terrero’s versatility across disciplines, from live performance to studio recording and stage integration.
As the cast for Malinche’s stage adaptation continued to take shape, a change in casting was announced. Terrero would be replaced by Andrea Boyar, a Mexican artist with a track record in both Mexican and Spanish productions, including appearances in The Lion King. Earlier reports had also mentioned Melissa Barrera as a potential lead for the role, but she had to depart to participate in an American film project, The Scream, which added another layer of complexity to the casting process. The evolving lineup illustrates how live entertainment projects often balance multiple starbursts of talent while pursuing a coherent artistic vision.