Luis Fonsi and Becky G assured that they intended to bring Latin culture to the top of the movie world. It led to a long-awaited performance at the Oscars, where they jointly performed the song "We Don't Talk About Bruno," from the soundtrack of the movie Encanto. Rapper Megan Thee Stallion also took part in the performance.

Actor John Leguizamo was in charge of introducing the Latin duo. Fonsi stepped out in a flashy light blue blazer, while Becky wore a bright yellow suit.

“I am happy to be here for the first time and to be part of a song that, as a father, I have heard many times at home. A song that celebrates Colombia, our culture, our language, and the flavor of Latinos,” Fonsi said on the red carpet.

The performance was applauded by those present at the Dolby Theater, but dozens on social media pointed to a lack of energy. Among the most notorious critics, many said: "it is a disgrace that the production and the singers turned such an incredible song into a horrible show, with singers who have nothing to do with the film."

Others protested that the big Latin stars did not give way to the new talents who also sang in the film. Originally, the song was composed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, and performed by Carolina Gaitán, Mauro Castillo, Daniela Sierra, Juanse Diez, Isabel Garcés, and Olga Lucía Vives.

The song “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” spent five weeks in a row at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 list, and is currently at number two on the prestigious ranking.

The film Encanto, produced by Disney and inspired by Colombian culture, won the Oscar for Best Animated Film at the 94th edition of the most important international film awards. In addition, it competed for the categories of Best Original Soundtrack and Best Original Song, for “Dos oruguitas,” which was performed by Sebastián Yatra.

The song sung by Yatra is also included in Encanto, which has become an international musical phenomenon.

“I will be there, representing my Colombia, which is also on the front page of the world with this film,” Yatra said before the gala.

In addition to renowned Latin stars, Beyoncé, Billie Eilish and Reba McEntire performed at the gala, who also had songs nominated at the awards.

At these Latin-accented Oscars, attendees finally enjoyed a full return to post-pandemic normalcy. At a gala that was marked by Will Smith slapping Chris Rock on stage, more than 3,000 attendees were able to attend live and enjoy the great night of cinema at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles.