Sandro Castro, the grandson of the late Fidel Castro, has announced that he will host his birthday celebration tonight at the exclusive Bar EFE, a private establishment he owns in Havana. "It will be the biggest party in years," he declared on his Instagram stories, sparking a wave of criticism amidst Cuba's severe economic crisis.
The event, scheduled for 10:00 PM this Thursday, has stirred controversy on social media, where many users are questioning the extravagance of the occasion while millions of Cubans are struggling with food shortages, power outages, and a lack of medicines.
The main organizer of this event is Carlos Rogelio Bolufé, known as @carluchin_verde on Instagram. He has posted numerous stories showcasing images with Sandro and boasting that the party will be a lavish event in Havana that will be remembered for years to come.
In a live stream broadcast in the early hours of Thursday, @carluchin_verde flaunted his special friendship with Sandro Castro, expressing pride in Fidel's grandson. "I don't have a partner, really. Sandro is my brother, my cousin, or whatever you want to call him," he stated.
He emphasized that there is no intention to mock the Cuban people and clarified that the party "won't have boxed meals" because it is a bar, not a restaurant. He reminded guests not to forget the dress code requirements. "Even the VIPs must wear white," he insisted.
Entry to the party costs a thousand pesos, "but everything is reserved. There are no tables. We are sold out," he mentioned. He also complained about critics who "mix everything with politics." "In Cuba, millions of people throw parties, and no one says anything, but because the guy is Fidel's grandson, they attack him. Well, no more," Carluchín defended Sandro angrily.
This isn't the first time Sandro Castro has caused a stir with his displays of opulence. The "young revolutionary," as he likes to call himself, has faced recurrent criticism for his lavish lifestyle, which starkly contrasts with the hardships faced by most Cubans.
Regarding the power outages in Cuba and the possibility that the energy crisis could disrupt the event, Sandro assured that his Bar EFE has electricity, making it clear that he is unfazed by the rest of the country being in darkness as he celebrates his party, no matter the cost.
Questions About Sandro Castro's Controversial Party
Why is Sandro Castro's party causing controversy?
The party is controversial because it is being held during a severe economic crisis in Cuba, where many citizens are facing shortages of essentials like food and medicine.
Who is organizing Sandro Castro's birthday party?
Carlos Rogelio Bolufé, known as @carluchin_verde on Instagram, is the main organizer of the party.
What are the dress code requirements for the party?
Guests, including VIPs, are required to wear white to the party.