For some time now, there have been rumours of a possible feud between J Balvin and Shakira, two of the most important Colombian artists of recent years.

Far from denying it, a post by Balvin has set off all the alarm bells on Colombia Day. What's more, in the eyes of Colombian music fans, is the disappointment that the two have never collaborated.

It happened back in 2020, which now seems a lifetime ago, in the middle of an interview with J Balvin. In it, the Colombian mocked his compatriot.

Balvin was not alone on the panel, though, as he was accompanied by artists such as Black Eyed Peas, Will.i.am and Maluma.

Balvin's first shots at Shakira, in 2020

The interviewer asked Will.i.am who he had to be "more flexible" with - either Jose (J Balvin) or Maluma.

"I was more flexible with Shakira," he explained.

The Black Eyed Peas front-man was referring to how professional Shakira was. At that point, J Balvin burst out laughing and didn't stop.

Maluma stepped in and tried to mediate

"Dude, that's not funny at all," Maluma said, but Balvin kept laughing.

"I've never worked with Shakira," Balvin responded. "I guess that's how it must be. What do you guys have to say about it?"