Osqui Guzmán: From Kung Fu Dreams to Argentine Stage and Screen

Argentine actor Osqui Guzmán, known for his extensive work in theater, film, and television, shares insights into his life and career, tracing his path from a modest upbringing to becoming a prominent artist.

Guzmán grew up in a family of Bolivian immigrants who worked in the sewing industry. While he harbored dreams of becoming a kung fu master, his parents envisioned a university education for him. His decision to enroll in the Dramatic Art Conservatory, pursuing acting, led to a significant rift with his father, who stopped speaking to him for three years.

However, their relationship was eventually mended when his father attended one of Guzmán's plays. This reconciliation marked the beginning of a close friendship between them. Over the past thirty years, Guzmán has established himself as a versatile artist, participating in iconic theater productions such as "El Bululú" and "El centésimo mono," as well as numerous films and television series.

Currently, Guzmán is a lead in "Vivitos y coleando 2" at the Auditorio Belgrano. He also has two plays he wrote and directed currently running: "El centésimo mono" and "Waminix," both staged at Timbre 4. Additionally, he is part of the touring cast of "Maldita felicidad," alongside Pablo Echarri and Paola Krum.

Guzmán speaks fondly of his collaborations, particularly his work with his partner, Leticia González de Lellis, with whom he shares both family life and creative projects. He also reflects on his past work with the late director Hugo Midón, whose influence he feels in productions like "Vivitos y coleando 2" and "Derechos torcidos." He describes Midón's work as a "magic carpet" that explores poetry, beauty, affection, and societal critique.