Subject: Mariana and Valentina Abello Profession: Actresses, Singers, Content Creators, Influencers Nationality: Colombian
The Latin urban genre has historically been a boys’ club. Male artists often objectify women in their lyrics. The Gemelas Abello are part of a corrective wave. Their songwriting credits are almost exclusively their own; they have rejected multiple offers from male producers to "ghostwrite" for them. gemelas abello
In interviews, they speak openly about the double standard in reggaeton. "If a male singer says 'Vamos a la cama,' it's a hit. If we say it, we are 'too much,'" Valentina noted in a 2023 interview with Rolling Stone en Español. "We are here to balance the scale. We talk about pleasure from the woman's perspective." Their songwriting credits are almost exclusively their own;
This message resonates deeply with their Gen Z and Millennial Latina audience. The twins are not just singers; they are role models for financial and sexual autonomy. If we say it, we are 'too much,'"
Like their famous Barranquilla compatriot Shakira, the Abello twins exhibited artistic inclinations from a very young age. Growing up in a close-knit, supportive family, Daniela and Krisly were inseparable—a bond that would become their greatest professional asset. Their entry into the public eye began on the popular Colombian reality talent show Factor X in 2009. Although they did not win the competition as solo acts, their striking resemblance, synchronized harmonies, and undeniable charisma caught the attention of producers. It was here that the foundation for Ventino was laid. Alongside fellow contestants Camila Esguerra, María Cristina de Angulo, and Natalia Afanador, the twins helped form a group that would redefine the chica band archetype in the Spanish-speaking world.
The name Ventino—derived from viento (wind) and the suffix for smallness—suggested a fresh, breezy energy. However, it was the Gemelas Abello who provided the group’s visual anchor. In an industry where individuality often trumps collectivism, the twins offered a unique paradox: they were two distinct people who presented a unified front. This duality became their narrative hook. Fans became adept at distinguishing Daniela’s slightly more reserved, introspective energy from Krisly’s effervescent, playful demeanor, yet both understood that their power lay in their mirror-like synchronization.
In 2020, the twins decided to transition from viral dancers to serious recording artists. Their debut tracks were immediate proof that their musicality matched their choreography. Their sound is best described as "Perreo Consciente" (Conscious Grinding)—a blend of heavy dembow beats with lyrics that demand respect.