Guerra de Ídolos

About Guerra de Ídolos

Guerra de Ídolos is a gripping Mexican TV series that premiered in 2017. The show is centered around the world of Latin Music and illustrates the power struggles and rivalries that exist beneath the glitz and glamor. It masterfully covers themes of ambition, treachery, passion and secrets.

Making / Production

Telemundo International Studios produced this exciting telenovela, with its multi-layered storylines and diverse characters. The series was primarily filmed in Mexico City, capturing the rich cultural backdrop and vibrant music scene.

Actors

• Alberto Guerra as Mateo Solar – An outstanding musician whose ambition drives him to navigate through the ruthless world of music. Guerra’s portrayal is filled with dramatic depth.
• Alejandro de la Madrid as Julio César Solar – Mateo’s brother and a popular music icon. De la Madrid brilliantly portrays the charisma and vulnerability of the character.
• Maria León as Manara Matamoros – An aspiring singer torn between her love for Mateo and family obligations. León successfully balances the innocence and determination of the character.
• Daniel Elbittar as Rafael Zabala – A music producer and Manara's protective older brother. Elbittar presents an intriguing mixture of ruthlessness and compassion.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series was initially titled El Reino de los Cielos. It was later changed to Guerra de Ídolos.
• This musical drama is Telemundo’s first original scripted series, underlining the network's commitment to high-quality original content.
• Many cast members are both talented actors and musicians, which helped bring authenticity to the series.

Music, Soundtrack

• "Te Quise Olvidar" performed by Pablo Montero.
• "Maldita Costumbre" performed by Samadhi Zendejas.
• "Escondida" performed by Alberto Guerra.
• The series features a blend of various music genres from pop, ballads, corridos, banda among others to create a comprehensive soundtrack that mirrors the story’s passionate and diverse thematic undertones.