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Betty la Fea, la Historia Continua will bring back old characters and introduce new ones
“Yo Soy Betty, La Fea,” the Colombian telenovela that aired from 1999 to 2001, became a global sensation thanks to its unique story and unforgettable characters. The series followed Beatriz Pinzón Solano, known as Betty, a highly intelligent yet unattractive woman who worked at Ecomoda, a fashion company.
Despite facing numerous challenges due to her looks, Betty’s intelligence and perseverance led her to triumph in both her career and personal life. Now, 20 years later, the story continues with the reboot, “Betty la Fea, la Historia Continua,” available on Amazon Prime Video. This new series picks up years later, bringing back many beloved characters and introducing new ones.
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Which characters came back?
One of the main similarities between the original and the reboot is the continuity of characters. Ana María Orozco reprises her iconic role as Beatriz Pinzón Solano, affectionately known as Betty. In the reboot, Betty faces new personal and professional challenges. She has to deal with a potential divorce from her husband, Don Armando, while trying to rebuild her relationship with her daughter and manage Ecomoda.
Jorge Enrique Abello returns as Don Armando, who struggles with his own personal and professional issues. Armando’s tenure as Ecomoda’s president has been problematic, and the company is once again searching for new leadership. Armando also navigates new romantic entanglements as he deals with the fallout from his marriage.
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Nicolás Mora, played by Mario Duarte, continues to be Betty’s best friend and confidant. In the reboot, Nicolás is a successful businessman with excellent financial solvency, providing Betty with advice both in her personal life and her challenges at Ecomoda.
The characters from “El Cuartel de las Feas” (The Ugly Squad) also return, although with fewer members. Bertha, Sandra, and Freddy are still part of the series, but the absence of Mariana is sadly noticeable. Bertha now assumes the role of the futurist in the group, while the remaining members show more confidence and determination, reflecting a shift towards female empowerment.
The new cast
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Camila (Juanita Molina): Mila, the daughter of Betty and Armando, is a fashion designer who recently returned back from New York. Her arrival brings a modern fashion twist to the show and adds layers of complexities in her relationship with her parents at Ecomoda.
Ignacio (Sebastián Osorio): Ignacio is a handsome, enigmatic young man trusted by Marcela Valencia. His character introduces an intriguing potential conflict with hidden alterior motives against the Mendozas.
Majo (Zharick León): Majo is Don Armando’s lawyer, who shares a close and potentially romantic bond with him, creating tension in Armando’s marriage to Betty.
Esteban (Rodrigo Candamil): Esteban, Betty’s lawyer, potentially becomes a romantic interest, causing jealousy in Don Armando and bringing new personal and professional beginnings for Betty.
Jeff (Jerónimo Cantillo): Jeff, the grandson of the late Inesita, has been mentored by Hugo Lombardi in fashion. He is likely to become Mila’s romantic interest, connecting old and new Ecomoda generations.
New plotlines and format
While the essence and humor of the original series have stayed the same, the reboot introduces new plotlines that reflect the characters’ growth and more contemporary social issues. A significant storyline is Betty’s potential divorce from Don Armando. This adds a new emotional layer to the series, as Betty must navigate this personal turmoil while still maintaining her professional responsibilities.
New characters also bring fresh dynamics to the story. Camila, or Mila, played by Juanita Molina, is Betty and Armando’s daughter. She is now a fashion designer who has just returned from New York to work at Ecomoda. Mila’s character introduces a new generational perspective and adds complexity to Betty and Armando’s relationship. Ignacio, portrayed by Sebastián Osorio, is another new character who is trusted by Marcela Valencia. Ignacio is enigmatic, brilliant, and charming, seeking a high position at Ecomoda while seemingly hiding something against the Mendozas.
The reboot also addresses modern contexts, including contemporary trends and social concepts. For instance, the series celebrates female empowerment, with the characters in the new “Cuartel de las Feas” being more confident and determined, rather than focusing on their looks.
The original “Yo Soy Betty, La Fea” aired 5 times a week and had over 300 episodes; in contrast, the reboot is more concise, with just 10 episodes released weekly on Amazon Prime Video. Additionally, modern filming techniques and higher production values are evident in the reboot. Whereas the original series filmed over 20 scenes a day, the reboot focuses on quality and detail, with around seven minutes of footage filmed daily.
Unfortunately, these characters won’t appear in the reboot
Roberto Mendoza: The story begins with the funeral of Roberto Mendoza, Armando’s father. His death not only sets the emotional tone for the series but also triggers significant changes in the company’s leadership, compelling Betty to return and take charge once more.
Margarita Sáenz de Mendoza: Margarita, Armando’s mother, is mentioned to have died before Roberto. Though her death occurred before the events of the series, her absence is felt profoundly, especially by Armando, who now faces life without the support of both his parents.
Daniel Valencia: Daniel Valencia, Marcela’s corrupt and manipulative brother, has died in prison after serving time for money laundering. His absence significantly shifts the story dynamics, removing a major source of conflict at Ecomoda. Marcela’s mention of his fate underscores the impact of his actions.
Doña Julia: Betty’s mother is notably absent, having passed away before the reboot’s events. Before her death, Julia left a moving letter for Betty, urging her to remain strong in the face of adversity at Ecomoda.
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