Peruvian model Shirley Arica has dismissed her past romance with Argentine actor Pablo Heredia following their time together on the reality television show La Granja VIP Peru. Speaking during preparations for her upcoming digital streaming project, the media personality insisted the brief relationship carried little weight in her personal life and rejected describing Heredia as a former partner.
Arica explained in an interview with Peruvian newspaper Trome that although the pair shared romantic moments during the competition, their attempts to date after leaving the show quickly stalled. She noted that both individuals have since moved forward independently, adding that Heredia is living far away while she remains based in Peru.
Addressing questions about whether she would agree to join a reality show alongside Heredia, Arica firmly rejected the possibility. She stated that the actor has no connection to such a project and maintained that he was never an actual ex-boyfriend, remarking that he failed to reach first base and never sampled her chocolate.
The influencer confirmed that she remains open to returning to reality television and revealed that she has received a formal proposal for a new production in Chile. Arica is currently evaluating the offer and noted that if the show moves forward, she expects to share the screen with former partners from previous television broadcasts.
Plans for Shilar Network
Arica announced that she is focusing her energy on launching her own streaming channel, titled Shilar Network, which will host five distinct programs on YouTube. The digital venture is backed by the 100,000 Peruvian soles prize money she secured by winning La Granja VIP Peru.
The upcoming network will feature a lineup of outspoken and charismatic figures from local show business known for expressing their views without filters. However, Arica explicitly ruled out recruiting any of her ex-partners who are professional footballers, stating that the project has no room for boring personalities.
Background on Shirley Arica and Pablo Heredia
Shirley Arica, widely known in Peru by her nickname Chica Realidad, is a prominent model and television personality who gained national visibility through entertainment reporting and reality competitions. Pablo Heredia is an Argentine actor and television host who expanded his career into Peruvian television, appearing in drama series and reality formats before starring alongside Arica on La Granja VIP Peru.
La Granja VIP Peru is a celebrity reality competition where public figures live together on a farm while competing in physical challenges. Trome is one of Peru's most widely circulated tabloid newspapers, frequently covering national entertainment news and celebrity interviews.
Arica confirmed that she is currently single and prioritizing her personal and professional goals. Further updates regarding her potential Chilean reality project and the official premiere of Shilar Network are expected as production timelines are confirmed.
