Marido en alquiler (Spanish for “Husband for Rent”) is a Colombian romantic‑comedy telenovela produced by Caracol Televisión. The series premiered on the network in 2015 and concluded in 2016, occupying a primetime weekday slot.
The narrative centers on a successful, independent woman who, facing personal and professional pressures, decides to contract a man to act as her husband for social and financial advantages. The arrangement evolves into a comedic and romantic exploration of gender roles, family expectations, and the complexities of modern relationships.
The program was created by a team of Colombian writers and directed by a rotating roster of directors typical for daily‑airing telenovelas. It was filmed on location in Bogotá and surrounding areas, employing a multi‑camera setup common to the genre.
Marido en alquiler was broadcast in Spanish and later made available in other Latin American markets through syndication and streaming platforms, where it contributed to the broader trend of contemporary Colombian telenovelas that blend humor with social commentary.
Production details
- Country of origin: Colombia
- Original language: Spanish
- Genre: Romantic comedy, drama
- Original network: Caracol Televisión
- Original release: 2015–2016
Reception
Critical response highlighted the series’ light‑hearted tone and its commentary on evolving marital conventions in Colombian society. Ratings indicated a stable viewership throughout its run, and the show was subsequently rebroadcast in several Spanish‑language markets.
Legacy
Marido en alquiler is noted for its contribution to the early‑2020s wave of telenovelas that experiment with non‑traditional relationship dynamics, influencing subsequent productions that explore similar themes of contractual relationships and social satire.
