Living Is Calling: Shakira Headlines As Zakes Bantwini Joins The World’s Biggest Beach Celebration In Rio.

South African artist among millions at Todo Mundo No Rio as Corona brings its global platform to life on Copacabana.

Global superstar Shakira headlined a landmark edition of Todo Mundo No Rio this weekend, drawing more than 2 million people to Copacabana Beach for one of the world’s biggest beach celebrations - with South African artist Zakes Bantwini among those in attendance.

As a guest of Corona, Zakes experienced the festival both on and beyond the sand, forming part of a wider journey through Rio that saw him immersed in the city’s rhythm, culture and natural beauty as part of the brand’s This is Living platform.

“Experiencing Rio’s rhythm firsthand reminds you how music, people and place are all connected. It’s in those moments - when you slow down and take it in - that you realise how powerful it is to reconnect with something real.”

Zakes’ experience unfolded across some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including a climb up Sugarloaf Mountain for a golden hour moment, taking in panoramic views of Guanabara Bay as the sun set over the city. The journey continued to the Corcovado mountain, where the presence of Christ the Redeemer and the stillness of the rainforest offered space for reflection. Zakes also visited the famous Selaron Steps, covered in over 2000 vibrant tiles, created by artist Jorge Selaron as tribute to Brazil.

Framed by the scale and atmosphere of the festival, the experience highlighted the universal language of music, where environment, culture and creativity intersect. Last year’s event made history, earning the Guinness World Record for the largest beach concert ever headlined by a female artist - a legacy that continued to build on Copacabana this year.

Corona extended the experience across the city, from its backstage lounge and beachside celebrations to a curated hospitality programme at the iconic Copacabana Palace, where guests gathered for sunset-led moments ahead of the main event.



Captured moments of Grammy-winning artist Zakes Bantwini immersing himself in the vibrant energy and natural beauty of Rio de Janeiro. As part of Corona’s "This Is Living" platform, Zakes was among the 2 million attendees at the historic Todo Mundo No Rio festival featuring Shakira, which celebrated the intersection of music, nature, and shared global rhythms.

Corona welcomes 2 million fans from around the world to Todo Mundo no Rio on Saturday, May 2 on the iconic Copacabana Beach in Rio, Brazil. 
“There’s something magical about watching the sun dip below the horizon, feeling the ocean breeze, and being fully present in a moment you know you’ll carry with you for years to come. That's what we mean when we say, ‘This is Living,’” said Melanie Nicholson, Head of Brand: Corona South Africa. “Todo Mundo no Rio in Copacabana is about creating memories for fans who share this passion for the beach lifestyle and embrace real world connection. Hosting this remarkable experience in Copacabana, where people can feel the energy of Rio de Janeiro, was the most epic way to bring our brand ethos to life.”

As the brand born at the beach, Corona has long celebrated the world’s most iconic shorelines - introducing its Beach 100 list as part of its 100-year anniversary last year. Featured on that list, Copacabana stands out as more than a destination, but a place to reconnect with the outdoors and what matters most.

This year, Corona invited the world to experience this feeling firsthand - and on May 2, two million answered that call. While the sun has set on Todo Mundo No Rio 2026, the brand is already looking ahead to the next chapter.