HER NEXT MOVES

In an era of rapid change, Niana Guerrero has built a following out of being consistent, and consistently authentic. As she shares her passion for her craft and desire to flex her sartorial wings, the social media sensation is showing us the joy of dancing to the beat of your own drum

- MARIANE PEREZ

We first met Niana Guerrero as a precocious young girl, winning hearts with her adorable dance moves and even more charming personality. It’s been years since those first viral moments, and the social media sensation has since evolved, with cuteness giving way to creative choreographies executed with impressive technique. The content creator has indeed gone from strength to strength, cementing her place as a true force in the industry whilst still being the Niana we first got to know and love.

With more than 1 billion likes on Tiktok, the 18-year-old is also the most followed Filipino on the app. She is likewise in the top 5 of content creators in Southeast Asia, when considering the combined followings of her various social media platforms. Another feat is her many collaborations with the hottest names in the industry, as she continues to wow fans with her fresh takes and genuine passion for dance.

And yet despite her fame, Niana remains pretty low-key, keen on focusing on her craft and being true to herself. “I keep things fun and real as much as possible, and I feel like dance is something everyone can sort of just vibe with. And I just love sharing what I enjoy, whether it’s a dance challenge, or just a random dance video,” she tells MEGA.

Another thing she loves is, of course, dancing with her siblings, sharing how much they all enjoy it. “I think it’s the best because for us, it doesn’t really feel like work. Like some people see it that way, like we’re vlogging, [which] means we’re working,” she begins. “But it’s not like that, it’s more of siblings bonding in a way. It’s like we do crazy things, crazy ideas on camera, and that’s pretty much it.”