Miami, FL, May 8, 2025 – Telemundo Studios announced today its upcoming original Super Series®, Dinastía Casillas, set to kick-off production in Mexico this summer. María Fernanda Yepes (Sin Senos No Hay Paraíso, José José: El Principe de la Canción ) joins Casillas heavy-hitters Iván Arana (El Señor de los Cielos, La Jefa) and Isabella Castillo (El Señor de los Cielos, Sed de Venganza) to lead a stellar cast for this dynamic, high-octane story full of revenge and drama.
“We are thrilled to welcome María Fernanda back to Telemundo to infuse her on-screen magnetism into this next chapter in the Casillas family saga,” said Javier Pons, Chief Content Officer & Head of Telemundo Studios. “Together with Iván and Isabella, this powerhouse cast will deliver a compelling narrative filled with the same drama and action fans have come to expect of our Super Series®, as we continue the legacy of our wildly popular ‘El Señor de los Cielos’.”
The legendary saga of “El Señor de los Cielos” – the longest running scripted franchise on Spanish language television – continues as an unrelenting game of power and betrayal ensues for the Casillas after the disappearance of their patriarch, Aurelio. This new chapter begins as Diana and Ismael Casillas embark on a mission to liberate Aurelio and Rutila, when a series of unexpected events force them to rethink their strategies and alliances. They must fight for control of the cartel in a world where enemies lurk around every corner. As old ghosts return and new conflicts emerge, their path leads them to an explosive confrontation against El Gancho’s cartel. For leverage in this battle, they seek the support of Elizabeth, Chema’s ex-wife, who sees the opportunity to leave her life in Milan and return to the underworld, fight for territories, gain power, and finally create an alliance with the Casillas. Will they manage to survive and reinvent themselves, or will their entire empire fall?
Born in Medellín, Colombia, María Fernanda Yepes is a renowned actress and model. After beginning her modeling career at 15, she later became an actress, initially gaining recognition for her iconic role as Yésica Franco ‘La Diabla’ in Sin Senos No Hay Paraíso. She went on to play important roles in successful series, including José José: El Principe de la Canción, among many others. Yepes has also pursued studies in psychology, social communication, journalism, and theater arts, spending three years in Spain to hone her craft.
Iván Arana is a prominent Mexican actor best known for playing the infamous and beloved Ismael Casillas on six seasons of El Señor de los Cielos. Most recently, Arana played his first leading role on Telemundo’s Super Series®, La Jefa. In addition to his television work, Arana has also been featured in various films such as “Oveja negra,” “Cantinflas,” and “Cuidado con lo que deseas.” His versatility as an actor is evident in his ability to take on diverse roles across different genres.
Isabella Castillo is an award-winning Cuban actress, singer and dancer, known for her recurring role as Diana Ahumada in four seasons of Telemundo’s El Señor de los Cielos. Castillo most recently had her first role as a protagonist with Telemundo in Sed de Venganza and participated in other network series including Malverde: El Santo Patron, El Recluso, Tierra de Reyes, El Fantasma de Elena, and Quien es Quien. Castillo also forayed into film with the lead in the musical La Usurpadora: The Musical, and her singing credits include the album “Soñar No Cuesta Nada.”
About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises leads the media industry in the production and distribution of Spanish-language content for U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. The company serves U.S. Hispanics through its national broadcast network, the cable network Universo, and digital platforms including the Telemundo app, a suite of FAST channels, and streaming services, such as Peacock, among others. The Telemundo Network offers Spanish-language entertainment, news, and sports content reaching 95% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 owned stations and 91 affiliate stations. Telemundo also owns an independent station serving Puerto Rico. Anchored on Telemundo Studios, the network is the #1 producer of scripted Spanish-language content in the U.S., and the only network to produce original content specifically for US Hispanic audiences. Offering over 600 hours of reality TV shows a year, Telemundo is considered the undisputed Home of Reality TV in Hispanic media. The network is also the exclusive Spanish-language home of the world’s two most popular sporting events, the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
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