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Reggaeton artist J.Balvin, a Colombian star, has been in the spotlight for quite some time. He's even collaborated with Queen B on a song. J.Balvin returns home in In the Boy from the Medellin. He's always wanted to sell out Atanasio Girardot Stadium in his hometown of Medellin, but this homecoming coincides with a political impasse in the country.

J Balvin and Jose Alvaro Osorio Balvin are not the same person. The private son, brother, friend, and boyfriend is one, and the world-class superstar is the other. One lives a lavish lifestyle, while the other is fighting to remain the young man who simply wanted to provide for his family after his father lost his job.

While J. Balvin did not grow up in poverty (he grew up in the middle class), his path to success was not easy. He struggled for many years to find his voice and grow his audience. This documentary delves into his formative years and how he navigated the burgeoning terrain of reggaeton. This review isn't about persuading anyone who isn't a fan of his music to like it; rather, it's about how one navigates success and how it can become a heavy burden. The Boy from Medellin also depicts the events that occur in Balvin's personal life during the week, as well as how the events in Colombia affect the road to the concert.

The film begins with a scene of J. Balvin performing in Mexico City, followed by a flashback to a younger Jose. There, a young Balvin is seen putting his early compositions to music in a home studio. The scene is reminiscent of early hip-hop artists, who used to record at each other's houses, distribute flyers, and tour in minivans.

Balvin recalls how, around 15 years ago, he went to see reggaeton greats such as Nicky G, Daddy Yankee, Ivy Queen, and others with Atanasio. He was telling him that it was now his turn to leave his mark. Unfortunately, his return home is marred by protests by supporters of "TheLatinSpring," who take to the streets to demand social and economic changes from Colombian President Ivan Duque. As the event approaches, the protesters' voices grow louder, and the demand on Balvin to speak about his country's political mess grows more pressing. On social media, local artists mock him for his neutral stance.

J.Balvin is placed in jeopardizing position because his desire to say something is incompatible with him taking the wrong stance. He correctly admits that he is unaware of the situation and, as a result, does not feel qualified to comment on it. This may be troubling for some, given that it is his hometown. He should be attempting to understand his country's current events; however, when one is a global superstar, one does not always have time to update oneself on one's country's political climate. J. Balvin, the star, and Jose, the citizen, are at odds once more.

This struggle has aided in his battle with depression. He has been open about his difficulties, and he has the help of a psychologist to help him deal with his anxiety attacks and depression.

He's also surrounded by a team of assistants, managers, stylists, and confidants who, at times, come across as enablers rather than people who make his life easier—many of whom dismiss the protestors' calls for action on his part as haters.

 In the film, there are two different scenes that demonstrate his team's inability to advise the situation productively. One involves his manager, Scooter Braun, who talks about Balvin's social media. On the one hand, it's easy to see why Scooter is concerned. Balvin spends far too much time on social media, primarily to see what people are saying about his inaction. This has a negative impact on his mental health; however, Braun, who is American and has probably never spent much time in Latin America, let alone Colombia, was out of his element when discussing the country's political situation. This is where his Colombian teammates should have stepped in. Brown is concerned about the economic implications, but he forgets that this isn't just a show for Jose; it's his country. It's easy to be dismissive when it's not your fellow citizens who are dying while you live in luxury.

Another time he met with his critics, there aren't many celebrities who are willing to engage with their trolls. Balvin's maturity showed when he realized that the method might have been disrespectful, but the situation in Colombia is so dire. He understood why these young men were so aggressive because young protestors were dying at an alarming rate. It gave him the opportunity to try to figure out why these young people were at a breaking point.

One thing is certain: Jose is in charge. He wishes for the audience to see the results of his efforts. His opulent home, his fleet of cars, and, of course, his celebrity friendships with DJ Khaled and Jay Z. But one also gets to see the person who dreamed of becoming famous and who stops everything to pose for photos with adoring fans. It demonstrates that, while he is a superstar in many ways, he lives an isolated, lonely life. He also realizes that he needs a solid foundation, which includes exercise, getting enough sleep, and abstaining from vices such as alcohol and drugs. He's steadfast in his spiritual journey by meditating, demonstrating once again that he's willing to put in the effort to become a better man.