Imanol Landeta and Sandra Itzel, who recently won the dance competition “Las Estrellas Bailan en Hoy,” have sparked rumors of romance following their victory. Their chemistry on stage was undeniable, culminating in a kiss shared at the contest's climax, which has sent fans buzzing about the development of their relationship.
During interviews post-competition, Imanol was eager to express his deep feelings for Sandra. "I want Sandra in my life forever. How? I don’t know. After a divorce, you take things carefully," he candidly remarked, highlighting the cautious yet hopeful nature of his intentions. Acknowledging their shared experiences of past relationships, Imanol emphasized the necessity of taking things slow: "After two divorces, both hers and mine, you need to proceed with caution because it’s unfair to hurt anyone. We've shared significant moments and have wonderful chemistry, which led to our connection on the dance floor."
The kiss, which sparked waves of speculation, was spontaneous, occurring right after their performance. Imanol described the moment fondly, stating, "It was the right moment to do it. She’s a wonderful woman; I admire her. She’s extremely disciplined, dedicated, and beautiful, and people would have scolded me if I hadn’t kissed her at the chance." Meanwhile, Sandra playfully referred to the kiss as something he 'stole,' enlivening the narrative with their budding chemistry.
Reflecting on their post-competition interactions, Sandra expressed her desire for Imanol to be a constant presence in her life, stating, "I want him to be part of my life always. We hope to have wonderful projects together later on." Imanol reciprocated her sentiments, describing her as disciplined and talented, and hinting at their strong bond, insisting, "We have incredible chemistry, and I hope life leads us to be together more."
Though their public display of affection has led many to hope for the transformation of their partnership from dance colleagues to romantic partners, both Imanol and Sandra are cautious. "We don’t want our feelings to stem from our contest experience. We are eager for something real and solid, and for it to be built over time rather than impulsively," they declared, underscoring the importance of patience and the lessons learned from their past relationships.
The couple’s resolve to approach their relationship thoughtfully is significant, especially considering both have faced similar struggles with love. Sandra emphasized the importance of their cautious approach: "We’ve learned from our pasts. Something worth having takes time. We need to give things space. We don’t want to rush." Imanol shared her sentiment, pointing out the value of taking things slowly, with awareness of their joint journeys leading to this moment.
Following their dance competition win and the buzz around their romance, Imanol expressed excitement for the year ahead, filled with unexpected projects, asserting, "Last year was amazing. I didn’t expect so many opportunities. It feels like I’m living in a dream, starting with sold-out shows and incredible projects. I just hope to be on the stage sharing the love back to those who’ve supported me."
It remains to be seen how Imanol and Sandra's relationship will develop beyond their dance partnership, but one thing is clear: the chemistry seen on stage has translated off the floor as they navigate the possibilities of romance with patience and intention. Their mutual admiration and care for each other set the stage for what could be a beautiful relationship built on trust, respect, and shared experiences.