Angélica María Closes a 55-Year Cycle with Telenovela Return

Veteran actress Angélica María is returning to her roots, making a special appearance in the new telenovela "Amor de Marruecos." This production is a new adaptation of "Muchacha italiana viene a casarse," the 1971 telenovela that launched her career and remains a cherished memory for audiences across many countries. María expressed her deep emotion about closing a circle with this story, highlighting the enduring love audiences still hold for it.

"You have no idea how much they remember that telenovela in many countries; wherever 'Muchacha italiana viene a casarse' goes, it's present. It's incredible how people still love it," María said during her presentation to the media. This marks a special reunion with producer Rosy Ocampo, with whom María last collaborated in 2006 on "La fea más bella," which also featured her daughter, Angélica Vale. "It has been a wonderful reunion with Rosy, because just as she shows me respect and affection, I feel the same for her: I admire her, respect her, and love her," María added.

Ocampo explained that due to María's limited availability, she accepted a special guest role. She will portray Ornela Donatti, a character sharing the same surname as her 1971 role. Ornela is a distinguished figure in the fashion world and high society, who travels extensively. "She is a fundamental part of the story. Although it's a small participation, Ornela Donatti becomes very important in Yasmine's life because she discovers her and convinces her to be someone, to have a new life," María explained.

Ocampo emphasized that "Muchacha italiana viene a casarse" was a significant project that opened many markets, and María's character, Valeria Donatti, still resonates with audiences. She also clarified key differences between the versions: the 1971 production had comedic touches, while the new "Amor de Marruecos" will be entirely dramatic. Furthermore, the protagonist is no longer a young woman but a mature individual. The new adaptation follows Yasmine (África Zavala), who flees a forced marriage in Morocco and finds love in Mexico City with León (José Ron), heir to a jewelry empire, facing cultural and social prejudices along the way.