Los ricos también lloran (2022 TV series)
Los ricos también lloran (2022 TV series) is a Mexican telenovela produced by W Studios in collaboration with TelevisaUnivision. It is a reboot of the classic 1979 telenovela of the same name.
The series stars Claudia Martín and Sebastián Rulli as the main protagonists. The plot revolves around Mariana Villarreal (played by Claudia Martín), a humble and resourceful young woman who, after her father's death, encounters Alberto Salvatierra (played by Sebastián Rulli), a wealthy and powerful businessman who takes her into his home.
Mariana faces numerous challenges navigating the complex world of the Salvatierra family, marked by secrets, betrayals, and power struggles. She finds herself falling in love with Luis Alberto Salvatierra, Alberto's son, creating further conflict and intrigue. The telenovela explores themes of class differences, love, ambition, and family dynamics, while modernizing the original storyline for a contemporary audience.
The reboot aims to capture the essence of the original while incorporating new elements and addressing contemporary social issues. It premiered on Las Estrellas in Mexico in February 2022 and was later available internationally on streaming platforms. The series received mixed reviews, with some praising the updated storyline and performances, while others criticized it for deviating too much from the original or for relying on familiar telenovela tropes.