In a surprising turn of events, Peruvian personalities Zumba and Carlos Cacho have set aside a decade-long feud to collaborate on a viral TikTok video. The pair joined forces to create a playful cumbia remix of The Weeknd’s hit “Blinding Lights,” signaling a newfound camaraderie and delighting fans who remember their contentious history on the 2015 reality show Reyes del Show.
Zumba and Carlos Cacho have put a playful spin on a global hit, teaming up for a TikTok video that’s quickly going viral. The unexpected collaboration marks a turning point for the pair, putting a decade-old feud firmly in the past.
Makeup artist Cacho shared the fun clip on his social media Tuesday, showing him alongside the former Combate contestant dancing to a cumbia remix of The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights,” specifically a version by singer Daddy Yankee.
Cacho, sporting a sleek black outfit and designer jacket, moves in sync with Zumba, who opted for athletic wear and sunglasses. Both smile and look directly at the camera, radiating a newfound camaraderie.
The video culminates in a warm embrace between the two, with Zumba affectionately resting his head on Cacho’s shoulder. “Did you expect this pairing? The moment Zumba and Cacho came together for a TikTok,” Cacho captioned the post.
The reunion has resonated with fans, many celebrating the apparent end to the drama that unfolded on the 2015 reality show Reyes del Show. Comments flooded in, with users expressing hope for a lasting friendship and even playfully suggesting other unlikely pairings. “The world is healing,” one user wrote, while another joked, “At this rate, we’ll see Gisela with Magaly Medina!”
Carlos Cacho was involved in an altercation with Zumba on the show El gran show in 2015. |
Source: Instagram (cachomakeup)
What Happened Between Zumba and Carlos Cacho on Reyes del Show?
The history between Zumba and Carlos Cacho dates back to a memorable incident on the 2015 program Reyes del Show. The drama unfolded when Zumba unexpectedly rushed the makeup artist, shocking the judges—Morella Petrozzi and Pachi Valle Riestra—and host Gisela Valcárcel.
During a marinera dance competition on Reyes del Show, Zumba suddenly launched himself at Cacho, visibly upsetting the judge.
Valcárcel swiftly addressed the situation, criticizing Zumba’s “violent and aggressive” behavior and ultimately removing him from the show. The incident quickly became a talking point in Peruvian entertainment news.
This moment highlights the often-unpredictable nature of reality television and the potential for on-set conflicts to escalate.
Zumba was reprimanded by Gisela Valcárcel after rushing Carlos Cacho. |
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What Did Gisela Valcárcel Say to ‘Zumba’ After the Incident with Carlos Cacho?
Gisela Valcárcel didn’t hold back when addressing Zumba’s actions. The host strongly rebuked the dancer, stating, “Zumba, I don’t know how you are on the street, I think you’re living in a violent country and imitating violence. Artists preach love despite everything. You launched yourself on him. I’m so sorry, talent isn’t enough to build a career.”
Zumba attempted to deflect criticism, accusing Cacho of being elitist, but Valcárcel quickly shut down his defense.
The reality star ultimately left the set without offering an apology. He later claimed on X (formerly Twitter) that he “just wanted to give him a hug.”
