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Viral Clip Shows Christian Nodal’s Staff Smelling and Removing Stage Drinks at Mexicali Show

Reshared on TikTok this week, the October footage prompted competing interpretations about whether the checks are precautionary or controlling.

Overview

  • The clip, filmed at the Palenque del Fex in Mexicali on Oct. 10, shows staff repeatedly sniffing Nodal’s cups and swapping or removing them during the concert.
  • The video was first posted on Oct. 23 by attendee Javier Castañón and regained traction after TikTok creator Dexinforma2 resurfaced it this week.
  • Viewers offered mixed explanations, with some calling the practice a safety or health measure and others labeling it excessive control.
  • Outlets note the Mexicali footage predates a later Monterrey show that drew criticism, undercutting claims that the checks were a response to that event.
  • Christian Nodal has not commented on the video, and his team has not explained the onstage beverage checks.