MIAMI, United States. – The popular Spanish television series Aidawhich emerged in 2005 and ended in 2014, will return in film format, as confirmed by Spanish media. After a decade since their farewell, it was also revealed that the main cast will meet again to participate in the film directed by Paco León, who plays the character of Luisma.
León will also be in charge of the script along with Fer Pérez, who took care of that section in the original series.
The return of Aida to the cinema will be a production of Telecinco Cinema and Globomedia, in collaboration with Mediaset España, Mediterráneo Mediaset España Group and Prime Video. Filming is scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2025 and, after its run in theaters, the film is expected to be available on Prime Video.
The main cast will feature the participation of iconic actors such as Carmen Machi, Eduardo Casanova, Ana Polvorosa, Pepe Viyuela, Melani Olivares and Paco León himself, among others.
This reunion has been highly anticipated by both the public and the team, according to León’s statements. cited by EFE: “There was a lot of desire from the public and also from us for a reunion. When they asked me to direct the project, I had some doubts. Then an idea occurred to me and now we are working on it with enthusiasm. “It is going to be a very difficult journey for everyone to return to Esperanza Sur.”
León, who has an important career as an actor, is also not new to directing. The interpreter has been in charge of film projects such as Carmina or Reventa, Carmina and Amen, Kiki, love is made and Rainbow. This new challenge, according to León, will be a special tribute to the beloved Spanish comedy.
For his part, Ghislain Barrois, CEO of Telecinco Cinema, stood out the cultural importance of Aida in Spain: “We wanted to recover a product as emblematic as Aidawhich has garnered so much affection from the public and which has had such an impact on Spanish culture and society.”
Barrois also mentioned that the film project will be a form of tribute to fans, without trying to simply replicate another chapter of the series.
‘Aída’, a success among Cubans
At the end of 2023, León recognized the impact of his character and the television comedy on the Cuban public, both inside and outside the Island. statements offered to The Voice of America The artist admitted that he was still surprised when walking through the streets of Miami, where many people, “especially Cubans,” stopped him to talk to him or ask for a photo.
“There are entire families who consume an episode of the series daily. Aida and Luisma, I think he had a deep impact there,” said León, who also recognized recognized the role of the Weekly Package on the Island.
“It no longer surprises me because I have been to Cuba too and it is good.” heavy [fuerte]. Here [Miami] It depends on the areas too,” highlighted the Spanish actor.
In November 2023, at the end of a visit to South Florida, León sent an emotional message to his followers Cubans on Instagram.
“Miami is over, back to Madrid. It’s amazing how many people have seen here. Aida and what they love for Luisma. “I also love them very much,” he thanked.
Aida It stood out as one of the most successful comedy television series on Spanish television. Issued between 2005 and 2014, the series became a reference of television humor and won the hearts of millions of viewers, including those in Cuba.
The plot takes place in the fictional working-class neighborhood of Esperanza Sur, where Aída García, played by Carmen Machi, is the protagonist.
Aída is a strong and fun woman who struggles to raise her family in comical and often chaotic situations. He diverse cast full of charismatic characterslike Luisma, Mauricio Colmenero and Chema, contributed to the success of the series.
Aída’s daily life was marked by humorous situations and entanglements. The soap opera explored topics such as family relationships, love, work and coexistence in a picturesque neighborhood. The play tackled these issues with a comedic and often irreverent approach, earning applause from audiences and critics.
