About Chiquis 'n Control

"Chiquis 'n Control", is a reality TV series that aired in 2012 on mun2, now known as Universo. The show centers around the eldest daughter of the late singer Jenni Rivera, Janney "Chiquis" Marín. The series mainly shows Chiquis taking control of her life, both on a personal and professional level. It also delves into themes of family dynamics, establishing boundaries and leveraging one's personal growth and development.

Making / Production

Produced by mun2, this reality TV series was one of the many attempts by the channel to appeal to a bilingual, Latino audience. Capturing the essence of strong familial bonds, business management, and personal growth, "Chiquis 'n Control," gave viewers a truly raw and uncensored insight into the lives of the Rivera household.

Actors

• Janney Marin as Chiquis: Janney Marin, also known as Chiquis Rivera, was excellent at portraying herself in a manner that let viewers see her internal struggle of wanting to establish her independence, yet wanting to adhere to the pressures of her family and business.
• Jacqui Marin as Jacqie: Jacqui Marin plays Chiquis' younger sister who is frequently seen supportive of Chiquis' decisions, providing a softer side to the family dynamics portrayed.
• Michael Marin as Michael: Michael Marin plays one of Chiquis’ brothers, often seen acting as the voice of reason in the family.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show ran for only one season, with a total of 11 episodes.
• "Chiquis 'n Control" is a sequel to "Jenni Rivera Presents: Chiquis & Raq-C".
• Besides the main characters, many members of the Rivera family made guest appearances.
• Chiquis is now a well-known singer in her own right, following in her mother’s footsteps.

Music, Soundtrack

Given its reality television format, "Chiquis 'n Control" didn’t possess a specific soundtrack. However, as members of the family are linked closely with music, popular Latin music could often be heard in the background of various scenes.