Netflix to Stream Raphael Bio Collection from Caracol TV and DLO Prods
Colombia’s Caracol Televisión and Madrid-based DLO Productions have began taking pictures a much-anticipated bio sequence on Spain’s iconic singer Raphael, with Netflix poised to stream it completely in Spain and Latin America.
Titled “Aquel,” which roughly interprets to “That” or “That One,” the bio sequence dovetails with Caracol’s worldwide enlargement technique, because it seeks to develop its footprint. Raphael is extensively referred to as El Monstruo de la Canción or The Large of Tune for his electrifying stage presence.
Spain’s José Manuel Lorenzo of DLO Prods., the inventive drive behind such TV hits as “Dime Quién Soy,” “El Inmortal” and “El Jardinero” serves because the showrunner.
“For me, discovering and immersing myself in Raphael’s life has been a unprecedented and surprising journey—one I’ve undertaken with the identical ardour I deliver to my most formidable tasks. I’m actually fascinated by him: his distinctive present, his voice, and the way in which it carried him from deep poverty to changing into one of many biggest artists in Spanish historical past,” mentioned Lorenzo, who’s bent on avoiding clichés to deliver Raphael’s story to the display.
“I’m immensely grateful to Raphael and to Lisette Osorio and Caracol Televisión, for trusting me with a challenge that fills me with pleasure and pleasure,” he added.
Often known as the Divo of Linares, Raphael is hailed for overcoming a life-changing well being disaster with renewed energy.
“I’m deeply enthusiastic about this challenge, the results of over three years of labor. These have been intense months of scriptwriting, casting, manufacturing design and shut collaboration with the administrators, together with three distinctive companions: Caracol, DLO, and Netflix,” mentioned Raphael, including: “Filming lastly started in June, and I couldn’t be happier with the early outcomes. This biopic doesn’t simply inform my story; it displays a shared historical past—over six a long time of a profession marked by unforgettable moments. Some well-known, others extra private; some shiny, others tougher—however all deeply significant.”
“I’ve informed my life story with out filters, and the screenwriters have interpreted it with full freedom. This isn’t a biopic that idealizes my journey, however an trustworthy portrait—unembellished and unafraid to confront any a part of my life, regardless of how troublesome. That’s why I imagine ‘Aquel’ has a particular worth. I’m desirous to see the ultimate end result and, above all, to share it with all of you,” he added.
Filming throughout Madrid, Paris, Moscow, Acapulco and Las Vegas, “Aquel” stars Javier Morgade because the younger Raphael, Carlos Santos because the artist in his later years and Álvaro González portraying Raphael throughout his teenage years. They are going to be joined by a top-tier forged together with Francesco Carril as Paco Gordillo (Raphael’s longtime supervisor), Natalia Varela as Natalia Figueroa (Raphael’s spouse) and Pepa Aniorte as Rafaela, the singer’s mom.
Its government producers embrace Nacho Bolonio, Lisette Osorio, Dago García and Lorenzo, with course by Tito López Amado, Javier Pulido and Beatriz Sanchís. The scripts are penned by Ignacio del Ethical, Paloma Rando and Adrià P. Xancó, with Jacobo Martos becoming a member of as affiliate producer.
“At Caracol Televisión, we firmly imagine that nice tales know no borders. Our mission is to construct bridges between cultures via narratives that encourage, transfer, and stand the take a look at of time. With ‘Aquel,’ we take one other step ahead in our imaginative and prescient of delivering common content material born from a robust native identification—on this case, that of an irreplaceable icon like Raphael—able to touching the hearts of audiences all over the world,” mentioned Gonzalo Córdoba, President of Caracol Televisión.
Stated Osorio, VP of Worldwide Enterprise at Caracol: “At Caracol Televisión, we imagine within the energy of storytelling to encourage and transcend. Raphael is a dwelling instance of fixed reinvention—an artist who has managed to maintain his legacy alive throughout generations, connecting with audiences of all ages. This thrilling challenge reaffirms our dedication to bringing tales to the world that cross borders and have a good time the good icons of our tradition.”
