This is how Rosalía arrived in Argentina: a private plane, total secrecy and an important deployment of security

Spanish singer Rosalía arrived in Argentina on Thursday evening after flying privately from Chile, accompanied by a strict security detail and under conditions of complete secrecy. The artist, known for her song "La perla," which sparked controversy earlier this week, touched down at FBO Ezeiza, the private section of Buenos Aires' airport, around 2:15 AM local time. Her arrival came two days before she was set to perform her first of four concerts at Movistar Arena in Buenos Aires on Saturday. A private jet had been dispatched from San Fernando at 8 PM to retrieve her and her small team of six people following her performance in Chile. The flight from Chile marked the end of a brief tour in South America, during which Rosalía had performed four shows. Upon landing in Argentina, she was met by four vehicles belonging to her local production company. One was reserved for the artist herself, another for her security personnel, a third for the support crew, and the fourth for luggage and equipment. Six motorcycles from the police escorted her to her hotel, where she will stay during her visit to the country. Rosalía's recent trip to Argentina follows a period of public tension. Last week, the singer faced backlash over a video she shared on social media, which many Argentinians interpreted as disrespectful toward their nation. The controversy began after Mia Khalifa posted a clip from New York, where she appeared to sing a portion of "La perla" while making a sarcastic remark about the defeat of the Argentine national football team in the 2026 World Cup final. The comment referenced the victory of Spain, the host nation, and suggested that "perlas", a term used to refer to Argentine supporters, had been defeated. Rosalía later reposted the video on her Instagram stories, where the lyrics of "La perla" were audible. This action triggered outrage among some of her Argentine fans, who viewed it as an intentional provocation. In response, both Mia Khalifa and Rosalía removed the video from their accounts. Rosalía publicly apologized, stating she had not read the content carefully and expressed regret for the unintended offense. Her apology included emojis depicting tears and featured the Argentine flag in the background. She acknowledged her mistake and sought forgiveness from her followers. The incident drew sharp criticism from some users, though others defended her intentions. Lali Espósito, an Argentine singer and fellow performer, spoke in favor of Rosalía, emphasizing that she did not intend to disrespect Argentina and that she respects the country deeply. The situation escalated further with comments from actor Samuel L. Jackson, who had previously criticized Argentina in connection with the World Cup loss. However, the focus remained on Rosalía’s actions, with many questioning whether her reposting of the video was a deliberate act or an oversight. Despite the controversy, Rosalía has chosen to continue her scheduled performances in Argentina, aiming to demonstrate her respect for the country through her music. As she prepares for her concerts, the artist faces the challenge of reconciling her past actions with the expectations of her audience. Her arrival in Argentina under tight security and with minimal public exposure reflects the sensitivity surrounding her visit. Fans will be watching closely to see how she handles the stage and whether her performances can help mend the relationship between her and her Argentine supporters. Rosalía’s upcoming shows at Movistar Arena are scheduled for August 2, 4, and 6, with the first concert taking place on Saturday. Each performance will offer an opportunity for the artist to address the controversy directly, either through her music or public statements. Whether these performances will be enough to restore trust among her critics remains to be seen.