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'Soy Luna' returns for final season, promising character growth and closure
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'Soy Luna' returns for final season, promising character growth and closure

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The popular Latin American series 'Soy Luna' is returning for a fourth and final season.
  • The new season, titled 'Soy Luna: Volver a rodar,' will feature 12 episodes and explore the characters' growth.
  • The series, which concluded its third season in 2018, has reached over 57 million viewers globally.

A decade after its debut, 'Soy Luna,' the Disney Channel series that captivated millions of young viewers across Latin America, is set to return for a farewell season. The new installment, titled 'Soy Luna: Volver a rodar,' will consist of 12 episodes and aims to provide closure for its dedicated fanbase.

We were part of the lives of people who grew up with us, and today it's incredible to think that we will also be part of the lives of many children who are growing up.

— Karol SevillaReflecting on the show's impact and its return for a new generation.

Star Karol Sevilla, who reprises her role as Luna, expressed her excitement about the show's return, noting the profound connection with fans who grew up alongside the characters. "We were part of the lives of people who grew up with us, and today it's incredible to think that we will also be part of the lives of many children who are growing up," Sevilla told EFE.

I have no regrets at all about having made this decision: to record again, to shoot again, to get back on skates.

— Karol SevillaExpressing her commitment to the final season after initial hesitations.

Sevilla, who was 15 when she first joined the project, reflected on her personal journey, stating that she has "healed completely" from past uncertainties about returning to the role. The new season promises character evolution, with Luna facing significant professional and emotional decisions following a fictional injury. The series, which originally aired from 2016, returns in 2026, offering a dose of joy and promoting themes of peace and courage to a generation that has navigated global challenges.

'Soy Luna' is that dose of joy for the youth, as it focuses on 'promoting peace' and above all 'a lot of courage' globally.

— Karol SevillaDescribing the series' message to young audiences.

The universe of 'Soy Luna' has achieved remarkable global reach, translated into 15 languages and viewed by over 57 million people in more than 150 countries. Its success was built on themes of roller skating, original songs like 'Alas' and 'Valiente,' and relatable coming-of-age stories. The return will also include a final concert tour, with initial dates announced for Mexico City.

I am very clear about what my path is at this moment, which is why I also believe that this season is the farewell that ('Soy Luna') deserves.

— Karol SevillaDiscussing her personal career path and the series' conclusion.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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