Kyrenia, Cyprus. American singer Jason Derulo is expected to perform at a luxury resort in Kyrenia on Saturday. Social media posts by the resort and online ticketing platforms list Derulo for an appearance at the Chamada nightclub in Ayios Epiktitos.
Planned appearance
Derulo is scheduled to perform at Chamada, a nightclub constructed in Ayios Epiktitos.
The singer has sold more than 250 million singles worldwide and has achieved 14 platinum singles.
Previous controversies
International artists performing in the north have previously faced criticism from Greek Cypriot groups and organisations, with some events cancelled following public pressure.
In 2017, Irish musician Bob Geldof and The Boomtown Rats performed at an event organised by Eastern Mediterranean University in Famagusta. The appearance drew criticism from Greek Cypriot groups, but the performance proceeded as planned.
Jennifer Lopez withdrew from a planned concert at a hotel in the north in 2010 after criticism over the political implications of the appearance. Her representatives said at the time that she had not been aware of the political sensitivities regarding the north.
Spanish singer Julio Iglesias also cancelled a scheduled concert in Kyrenia in 2010 following controversy. Reports at the time said his representatives maintained they had not been fully informed about the political status of the area where the concert was planned.
Legal allegations
Derulo has faced controversy in recent years after singer Emaza Gibson filed a lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and other claims connected to a professional relationship. Derulo has denied the allegations.