The renowned Mexican actress and singer Danna Paola has revealed in her documentary 'Danna: We Need to Talk' how her role as 'Patito' in the telenovela 'Atrévete a Soñar' negatively affected her self-esteem. The artist explained that the excessive attention paid to her character's physical appearance was one of the factors that contributed to this situation.
In her testimony, Danna Paola reflects on the emotional impact this experience had on her life, which occurred when she was only 14 years old, and how it influenced her personal and professional development. This stage of her career coincided with a crucial moment in her life, during her adolescent self-discovery process, which made her feel intense and contradictory emotions.
The plot of 'Atrévete a Soñar' focused on a young girl who suffered constant judgments, mockery, and rejection due to her physical appearance. Although it was part of a television fiction, Danna confessed that this situation impacted her personal perception, leaving a deep mark on her self-esteem and life outside of the cameras.
Danna Paola shared that over time, the negative thoughts about her physical appearance intensified while she worked on the project. The artist admitted to having internalized the perceptions reflected in her character, which led her to experience shame and growing insecurity about herself.
Danna Paola's statements have surprised her followers, who could not imagine the moments of deep emotional insecurity that the artist faced despite the success and popularity that her character in 'Atrévete a Soñar' afforded her. Danna confessed that the experience led her to feel shame about herself and to experience increasing insecurity.
