Edwin Cholango Castellanos

Edwin 'Cholango' Castellanos is the leader of the Bolivian folk music group Tupay, known for their vibrant performances and rich cultural heritage. They recently gained attention for their strong showing at the 2025 Viña del Mar Festival, where they were awarded second place despite tying with the Chilean group MetaLengua. The final decision, made by jury president Claudio Narea, favored the local group, leading to discussions about fairness in international competitions.