Jonida Maliqi has spoken for the first time after her unexpected departure from the TV show “Ferma VIP,” revealing the reasons that led her to leave the competition midway. Invited to the studio, the singer opened up about her experience inside the farm, describing it as far more emotionally challenging than she had anticipated.
She explained that she did not enter the show to play strategically or to “play a game,” but simply to be herself, emphasizing that her authenticity often did not align with the dynamics created in the farm. According to Jonida, the constant pressure and the energy of the other contestants had a direct impact on her emotional state.
“I didn’t play a game, I was more real than ever,” she said, adding that she experienced anxiety during her stay. She admitted that at times she felt overwhelmed and suffocated by the atmosphere, which made her reconsider continuing in the competition.
Another factor that influenced her decision was that she no longer felt at peace in that environment. She made it clear that her mental health and personal well-being were more important than staying in the game until the end.
Jonida Maliqi’s departure came as a surprise to the public, as she was considered one of the strongest and most outspoken figures on the show. However, her interview shed light on a reality often unseen on screen: the intense emotional pressure experienced by participants in reality shows.
With this decision, she chose to prioritize herself, bringing an end to an experience that, according to her, was no longer healthy for her.