A failed romance 30 years ago
Many have wondered how Gerard Piqué’s family has influenced his relationship with Shakira. It is said that his parents did not have a good relationship with the singer and that even Montserrat Bernabéu hid the deception of the ex-footballer with Clara Chía. But Piqué’s parents are not the only ones who have had a say in the affairs of the couple’s heart. Nidia Ripoll, Shakira’s mother, also played a key role in her daughter’s emotional breakup… three decades ago.
It all happened in a scenario of dreams and illusions in 1994, when Shakira, a 17-year-old singer from Barranquilla, and Naren Daryanani, a Colombian hotshot on the rise thanks to his performance in the hit series “Padres e Hijos “, they met in a paradisiacal setting in Aruba. The chemistry between them was palpable during a photo session for TVyNovelas magazine, which chose them as part of the most beautiful celebrities of the year.
During the trip, the harmony and charisma between the couple shone brightly, to the point that they seemed indissoluble. Shakira and Naren, both on their way to glory, aroused the imagination of the press, becoming the ideal couple of the moment. This expectation further fueled the flame of their love, causing her boyfriend to become the center of media attention in an instant.
Maternal Intervention: The End of a Romantic Dream
Upon returning to Bogotá, the relationship between the two strengthened, and their joint appearance at social events fueled hopes of a possible love affair. However, pressure from the environment and, as it is said, the intervention of Nidia Ripoll, made Naren withdraw from taking the next step in his relationship with Shakira. The singer’s mother was apparently not on board with the idea of her daughter being involved with an up-and-coming actor, possibly due to concerns about Shakira’s emotional balance and public image. This intervention, along with Naren’s own doubts about the public life that being with a rising star meant, led to the end of the estrangement between the two.
That same year, Aló magazine dedicated an edition to the promises of television and the Colombian show, where Shakira and Daryanani came out together in an editorial. However, that time the understanding between them was altered by the presence of the actress Flora Martínez. Flora was more determined in her intentions towards Naren, which created tension between him and Shakira. According to several articles, Naren felt more at ease with Flora, who was closer geographically and shared his profession, while with Shakira, living far from Bogotá, the distance was an impediment.
Shakira’s last move
Shakira did not give up and tried to seduce the gallant hunk with her last masterful move. He personally sent to the actor’s apartment a copy of his first record album, “Pies Descalzos”, thinking that it would capture his interest. This strategy, meant to show him how important it was to her to entrust him with her most valuable work, was also unsuccessful in seducing Naren. Despite Shakira’s efforts, the obstacles were too great to overcome. The pressure of maintaining a public relationship, added to the expectations of the entertainment industry and the intervention of Nidia Ripoll, led to the end of what could have been a promising love story.
