Meet the cast of The Surrogacy on Netflix
The 24-part series has gotten viewers talking, but who stars in it?
With all of the stellar content on Netflix right now, it's easy for some shows to slip past your streaming schedule. But one international series that has got everyone talking is Mexican drama, The Surrogacy.
The Spanish-language series, originally titled Madre de Alquiler, is a new Netflix original created by Aída Guajardo (Yo No Creo en los Hombres, Para Volver a Amar). And it's safe to say that once you start watching, you'll quickly be wrapped up in this series that explores sexism, betrayal, infidelity and colourism.
According to the synopsis: "A woman rents her womb to a powerful family of Mexican business people to save her father's life. After her delivery, she wakes up in a hospital where she is given a baby who was born with a physical disability. Years later, her life will confront her again with that moment to discover the truth."
But who stars in The Surrogacy? Read on to find out more about the cast and characters in the new Netflix series.
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The Surrogacy cast: Full list of cast and characters in Netflix series
The cast is full of Mexican acting talent, with newcomer Shaní Lozano leading the cast as Yeni. Find a list of the cast below and read on for more information on the main cast of The Surrogacy.
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- Shaní Lozano as Yeni
- Luis Ernesto Franco as Carlos
- Leticia Calderón as Fernanda and Carlos’ mother, Nora
- Marcela Guirado as Carlos’ wife, Julia
- Alejandro de la Madrid as Fernanda’s husband, Arturo
- Minnie West as Yeni’s friend, Sonia
- Camila Selser as Carlos’ sister, Fernanda, aka Fer
- Cecilia Toussaint as Sonia’s mother, Cuca
- Dagoberto Gama as Yeni’s father, Múbú
Shaní Lozano plays Yeni
Who is Yeni? Yeni is caught up in a tragic crime with her father that sees him arrested and facing a long sentence – but could she actually help him? As she's released, she's pressured into surrogacy to save her father and against her will, she becomes entangled with an affluent family who will protect their reputation at all costs.
What else has Shaní Lozano been in? This leading role in The Surrogacy marks Shaní's first acting role, an impressive feat and one that will surely cement her as being a mainstay on television soon.
Luis Ernesto Franco plays Carlos
Who is Carlos? Carlos is heir to a powerful company, Huizar Pharmaceuticals, and his family will stop at nothing to protect the family name and business. From the looks of the trailer, it seems as though Carlos gets very close to Yeni despite their agreement being professional – but could it veer into the personal?
What else has Luis Ernesto Franco been in? Franco is a Mexican actor, writer, producer and model who has led the casts of Señora Acero and False Identity.
Marcela Guirado plays Julia
Who is Julia? Julia is Carlos's wife who is intent on having a 'perfect' child, something that Yeni can provide, but only under the strictest of living conditions.
What else has Marcela Guirado been in? Guirado is a Mexican actress and singer who is perhaps best known for her roles in Mexican telenovelas. She has had recurring roles in dramas like Silvana sin lana, Soy Tu Fan and El César.
Leticia Calderón plays Nora
Who is Nora? Nora is the head of the Huizar family and is Fernanda and Carlos’ mother. She only strives for the best for her family, making her the main antagonist of the series as she wages war against Yeni.
What else has Leticia Calderón been in? Calderón is a well-known actress, having appeared in popular Mexican telenovela Esmerelda. She has starred in many telenovelas over the course of her career, which have earned her numerous awards nominations and accolades, as well as several theatrical plays.
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