Shakira draws 2 million spectators in free concert on Brazil's Copacabana Beach, mayor says
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Key Points:
- Colombian superstar Shakira performed a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, attracting an estimated crowd of 2 million people, according to the city's mayor.
- The concert was part of Shakira's "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran" world tour, promoting her 2024 album, and featured hits like "Hips Don't Lie" and "La Tortura," with a message celebrating women's resilience.
- Rio's mayor highlighted the event as a significant economic boost for the city, projecting a financial return 40 times the investment, with expected revenue around $155 million from tourism and local spending.
- Shakira's strong connection with Brazil dates back to the 1990s, and her popularity is seen as reinforcing Latin American cultural identity among Brazilian fans.
- The free concert followed similar large-scale events by Madonna and Lady Gaga, contributing to Rio's post-Carnival economic recovery and attracting tourists from across Latin America and Europe.
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