Maria Eduarda, also known as Penélope, is a Brazilian TikToker recognized for her dance videos, her Rio de Janeiro heritage, her pansexuality, and her Japanese-Brazilian ancestry. Additionally, she is reportedly a significant figure in the criminal underworld, holding considerable influence within the Comando Vermelho (CV), including expertise in secret drug spots and police evasion. Despite her public persona, Maria Eduarda has faced speculation about her involvement with the Comando Vermelho. She has been referred to as "Japinha do CV" in various media reports, a nickname that she has publicly denied. In a recent video, she stated that the "Japinha do CV" is a fictional character created by the media.