During a performance by Cuban reggaeton artist Oniel Bebeshito at the Ritz Theater in Elizabeth, New Jersey, tensions flared as attendees voiced their opposition to the Cuban regime. The concert, held this past Saturday, saw a segment of the audience break into chants against the Cuban dictatorship, shouting "Homeland and Life" and "Díaz-Canel singao," eliciting mixed reactions from those present.
A video posted on Facebook by a user known as Arroz Congrí captured the moment when these slogans were shouted. The chants were met with applause by some attendees, while others attempted to quiet them. The user, using the hashtag #bebeshitono, remarked, "no courage there or here," alluding to the indifference shown by some of Bebeshito's audience towards anti-regime demonstrations both in Miami and New Jersey.
The concert was advertised as the only exclusive event in the tri-state area to celebrate Valentine's Day, drawing a diverse crowd to the historic Ritz Theater, which can hold up to 3,000 people.
This isn't the first time Bebeshito has found himself at the center of political controversy. In December 2024, after a concert in Miami, boxer Yordenis Ugás criticized the crowd for chanting "Suffer Otaola" instead of advocating for Cuba's freedom and political prisoners. Ugás voiced his disappointment, stating, "a people who hate an influencer more than a communist regime and dictatorship cannot be free."
Additionally, Cuba's state-run media has defended Bebeshito, praising his concert success while criticizing figures such as Alexander Otaola, whom they described as "unspeakable."
Inquiries about Bebeshito's Concert and Political Impact
What was the audience's reaction to the anti-regime chants at Bebeshito's concert?
The audience had mixed reactions; some applauded the chants against the Cuban regime, while others attempted to silence them.
What controversy surrounded Bebeshito's concert in Miami?
In Miami, boxer Yordenis Ugás criticized concertgoers for chanting "Suffer Otaola" instead of supporting the cause for freedom in Cuba and its political prisoners.
How has the Cuban press reacted to Bebeshito's political stance?
The Cuban state media has defended Bebeshito, highlighting his success in concerts and criticizing figures like Alexander Otaola.