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Categories: CULTURE
Rodrigo Santoro telenovela comeback
Entities: Rodrigo Santoro · Mel Fronckowiak · Velho Chico · Grande Otelo 2026 · Grande Otelo Award
Overview
In early August 2026, Brazilian actor Rodrigo Santoro said he would consider returning to the telenovela format after a decade‑long hiatus. He stressed that any decision would hinge on receiving a suitable invitation, the quality of the character, and the project's overall merit. Santoro noted that traditional telenovelas run for about a year and he is not interested in short‑form vertical series for social media.
He referenced his recent work, including the Prime Video film *Corrida dos Bichos* and his award‑winning supporting role in *O Último Azul* at the 2026 Grande Otelo ceremony. While expressing enthusiasm for challenging, risky projects, he also highlighted the positive momentum in Brazilian cinema and urged the industry to move from a recovery phase to sustained growth.
Timeline
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2 days ago
[CULTURE] 5 sourcesRodrigo Santoro says telenovela comeback hinges on the right invitationRodrigo Santoro says a return to Brazilian telenovelas depends on the right invitation, after recent film work and a Grande Otelo award.
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4 days ago
[CULTURE] 3 sourcesRodrigo Santoro Open to Returning to Brazilian TelenovelasRodrigo Santoro says he may return to telenovelas if the right role and schedule are offered, after a decade away, and celebrates a thriving Brazilian cinema scene.
Sources
areavip.com.br · em.com.br · lrmonline.com · maisnovela.com.br · metropoles.com · nahoradanoticia.com.br · osul.com.br · vogue.globo.com