This is what Fernando Colunga looks like on his return to soap operas: the handsome actor is still a heartthrob at the age of 57, and he will star in the new version of “El Maleficio” on Televisa

The favorite actor Fernando Colunga presented the news that made his followers happy. After a seven-year absence from television, the Mexican is returning to the small screen to star in a new drama at the age of 57.

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Colunga, known for his career in popular soap operas like “María la del Barrio” or “Amor Real,” reported that he will be in a new Televisa production and will share the lead role with actress Marlene Favela, who recently played the villain in the Univision drama “El amor invencible.”

Although Fernando was away from the screen for some time, he continued to work on his career, including acting on stage and in some films. Now his fans are eagerly waiting for his next project on television.

Fernando Colunga’s return to soap operas

The Mexican announced his participation in the new version of “El Maleficio”, a successful Mexican production that was released in 1983.

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The veteran actor, with more than 30 years of experience in the medium, expressed his joy that he is returning to the screen in the hands of Televisa to be a part of this project.

Always dapper, dressed in a black suit and patterned blue tie, without having aged, the attractive heartthrob opened up about his new acting challenge.

“(I’m very happy. You know I belong to Televisa, so what can I tell you, it’s a cycle that reopens where I go back and see all my friends, all the people I love. (I’m) very, very happy,” he said in an interview with Televisa Espectáculos, which was reviewed by People magazine.

Fernando mentioned that he had been in talks to return to television since 2021, but due to the pandemic and other work commitments he could not accept. However, he explained that on this occasion he managed to coordinate his time and be present in this new challenge.

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The original version of “El Maleficio” starred Ernesto Alonso and actress Jacqueline Andere, who will play the character in the new production.

The story of the drama focuses on a widow who has the responsibility of raising her two children. But her life turns around when she meets millionaire Enrique de Martin and they decide to get married.

Her life changes drastically when she discovers that her new husband worships an evil entity and uses black magic to gain wealth and power.

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Fernando explained that although many people believe it is the same version, it is different.

“Many people believe that it is the same version, no, this is a different version, as I tell you with great respect. But obviously let’s wait with Don Ernesto’s permission,” he said.

Marlene, for her part, expressed great joy and excitement about participating in this project in an interview that People had access to. In addition, he announced an exceptional cast. (AND)