Balkan singers Danijela Martinović and Anica Milenković share personal stories

Singer Danijela Martinović recently held an emotional concert in her childhood hometown, where she reflected on her family's support. She recalled her father, Ivan, supporting her decision to pursue music at age 14 despite their modest beginnings. She noted that his advice to ‘just do not embarrass me’ served as a lifelong guiding principle.

In Serbia, singer Anica Milenković has addressed negative social media comments following her return from the United States. Milenković stated on Instagram that her profile is intended for sharing her work and projects, and that there is no place for hate or negative energy. She encouraged those who dislike her content to simply unfollow her page. Additionally, she discussed her past struggles with weight, noting she reached 115 kg during a period of high stress following her son's surgery.