Netflix series Griselda with Sofia Vergara: official photos and spoilers

Netflix has released the first images of Sofia Vergara as Griselda Blanco in the 6-episode miniseries. Griselda. Vergara also co-creates and executive produces with Eric Newman (Narcos) and director Andres Baiz. The series will debut in January 2024 on Netflix.

Three years after the sitcom’s final season Modern familyin which he played a role Gloria Delgado-Pritchett, Sofia Vergara is preparing to return with a new series. The famous Colombian actress, a naturalized American, is actually the main character of the film. Griseldabranded products Netflix. The streaming video giant recently released the first official images of the show, which will consist of 6 episodes.

The story will revolve around the figure Griselda Blanco. Also known as la Godmother And Queen of drugs, was a Colombian criminal. In fact, convicted of drug trafficking, she built a real empire, becoming the head of one of the most profitable drug cartels in history. It is estimated that at the height of her power, Blanco even made a fortune in $2 billion.

Griseldawhat to expect from the series coming to Netflix

Griseldaas mentioned, inspired by the life of a visionary and ambitious Colombian entrepreneur. Griselda Blanco, a loving mother who created one of the most profitable drug cartels in history. With a lethal combination of unexpected cruelty and charm, Blanco managed to keep her business and family in her hands, earning her the nickname “Godmother.” Mini-series, in. 6 episodesdebuts on the video streaming platform starting with from next January 2024

. Here’s what the executive producer expected: Eric Newmanand series director Andres Baizabout the new production and performance of Sofia Vergara.

What do the director and executive producer of the series expect?

Co-creator and executive producer Eric Newman states: “As a Colombian immigrant and single mother who came to America and built an empire, Sofia shares the personal aspect of this character, and her passion for telling her story was undoubtedly the driving force behind this project. What will really surprise audiences is how she manages to embody this absolute darkness in her performance, away from the comedy she is loved and known for. Finding the right path to play this role was a big challenge for him on this series, and seeing the successful transformation was a privilege.“

Director and executive producer Andres Baiz

adds: “When we meet Griselda, she is a woman crushed by the male-dominated world around her. We also witness her evolution as she turns her oppression into a tool for instilling terror: these images provide just the first glimpse of this duality that I find so interesting about Griselda, and Sofia Vergara manages to capture its essence poignantly.“