TelevisaUnivision Reveals Upcoming Programming: Sofia Vergara Animated Series, Selena Quintanilla Tribute Concert, More—Upfronts

Ivy Queen has fans concerned. This week the singer revealed that she is battling an issue with her health. ‘La Caballota’ announced this on social media by sharing an emotional video on her TikTok account from the hospital.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief“Lendarys,” a big-budget family adventure animation film that is currently in production, scored a handful of pre-sales during the Cannes Market. Rights sales are handled by Hong Kong-, Paris and Los Angeles-based All Rights Entertainment.With a production budget of $30 million, the film is the directorial debut of Philippe Duchene and Jean-Baptiste Cuvelier.

Selena Gomez is about to start a new era! The singer has revealed that new music is already in the works and she is even planning to tour.The 29-year-old star who recently gave the most hilarious impression of her friend Miley Cyrus while hosting ‘Saturday Night Live,’ talked about her future projects during an interview in Deadline’s Crew Call podcast.And while she is keeping details about her new album under wraps, the singer got her fans on social media excited about the news, after confirming that she is currently in Los Angeles “working on my album now.”“I’m open to a tour, one thousand per cent, but I obviously have obligations and things I wanna do, so when the time’s right,” she added, “it’s not the top of my priority list.”Selena is also starring in the second season of the fan-favorite Hulu series ‘Only Murders in The Building’ alongside Steve Martin and Martin Short. She previously revealed her thoughts on her music career, explaining that she thought about retiring from the industry.“It‘s hard to keep doing music when people don’t necessarily take you seriously,” she told Vogue, “I’ve had moments where I’ve been like, ‘What’s the point? Why do I keep doing this?’”However it seems Selena is thrilled to be making music, following the success of her latest EP ‘Revelación’ recorded in Spanish, which was a follow up to her 2020 record Rare, peaking at No.

Mura Masa has released a brand new track, ‘blessing me’, featuring Pa Salieu and Skilliben – check it out below.The song comes alongside news of the musician/producer’s third album, ‘demon time’, which is set to be released on September 16 via Polydor Records and follows 2020’s ‘R.Y.C.’. The LP will also feature previously released tracks ‘2gether’ and ‘bbycakes’ (with Lil Uzi Vert, PinkPantheress and Shygirl).Originally titled ‘Fun’, ‘demon time’ signals a deeper period of reflection for Masa (real name Alexander Crossan), who penned the album during lockdown, after his European tour was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.Identifying the pain and anguish caused by the pandemic, the musician predicted people would need “vicarious, escapist music now.

Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs’ Candle Media has acquired its latest company, Spanish-language content powerhouse Exile Content Studio.

Sofia Vergara is getting ready for summer.  Vergara, 49, posed in a leopard-print Dolce & Gabbana swimsuit on Instagram over the weekend. "Finally the weekend!!" the "Modern Family" actress captioned a set of photos before adding the Spanish word for lovely sunshine, "Solecito." She continued with the hashtag, "#GettingReadyForSummer." Sofia Vergara is getting ready for summer. Vergara, 49, posed in a leopard-print Dolce & Gabbana swimsuit on Instagram over the weekend.

Sofia Vergara sure knows how to set temperatures rising! The star is enjoying some time in the sun, and couldn't resist inviting fans along on her relaxing day off.ALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe actress stunned her followers with jaw-dropping, poolside pictures that had everyone rushing to the comments to compliment her.Sofia posed up a storm in a leopard bathing suit by Dolce & Gabbana featuring an ultra high side cut and plunging back.WATCH: Sofia shares video of herself as a teenager and fans are speechlessMORE: Sofia Vergara models her own lingerie line in sizzling new photoShe let her chic suit and impressive physique take up all of the attention, opting for natural make-up and oversized black sunglasses on her face, with her dirty blonde hair straightened and perfectly tousled.She captioned the impressive shots with: "Finally the weekend!! Solecito," which is the diminutive for "sun" in Spanish. She also added: "Getting ready for summer," which is definitely evident!Her fellow Modern Family co-star, Sarah Hyland, was one of the first to comment, writing: "ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!?!??"Sofia is definitely ready for summerCompliments from fans weren't so far behind, flooding the comment section with: "Excuse me how are you always so stunning," and: "The most beautiful woman," as well as, "At a loss for words."MORE: Sofia Vergara stuns in figure-hugging dress for America's Got Talent auditionsMORE: Sofia Vergara shares backstage selfie as she teases America's Got Talent returnAmong the flood of compliments and heart and fire emojis galore, other fans couldn't help but bring up what a perfect fit she is for the role of Evelyn Hugo.

Penélope Cruz is an actress deeply committed to her craft, and her latest career update proves just so.ALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe star took to Instagram to reveal the latest project she has been working on, simultaneously unveiling a major hair transformation that immediately got fans talking.The star-studded film is titled Competencia Oficial, or Official Competition in English.WATCH: Penelope stars in The 355 alongside Jessica ChastainMORE: Salma Hayek pays tribute to Penelope Cruz with a throwback you need to seeIn it, Penélope takes on a different kind of Hollywood role, that of a famous director named Lola Cuevas. It follows her directorial journey after a wealthy businessman hires her to make a "smash hit film" with famous actors.The plot lends itself for a star-studded cast, and the film features none other than Antonio Banderas as one of the actors auditioning for a fictional movie about two "pretentious and depraved and terrified and cruel" brothers.The film's trailerFor the real comedy, the actress takes on not only her native language, as the film is originally in Spanish, but she also underwent a surprising hair transformation, switching her signature dark locks for an ultra voluminous, coiled red hair look.MORE: Penelope Cruz dons jaw-dropping sheer gown for cheeky photographMORE: How Penelope Cruz's husband Javier Bardem will be left torn during the Oscars resultsThough fans were definitely excited about the release of the film, they couldn't help but notice her new hair, writing, mostly in Spanish: "Love the hair!" and: "You look spectacular," as well as: "A real gem." The film's cast at its Madrid premiereWhile the movie doesn't come out in

Welcome to International Disruptors, a feature where we shine a spotlight on key executives and companies outside of the U.S. shaking up the offshore marketplace. This week, as the 75th edition of the Cannes Film Festival has just kicked off, we’re talking to Enrique Costa and María Zamora, co-founders of Spanish distribution and production banner Elastica Films. At just a year old, the company is already making waves in the independent sector. They tell us about the company’s first year, their love of cinema and how they build films that connect with audiences. 

Naman Ramachandran India’s long awaited location shooting incentive scheme is now a reality. At the Cannes Film Market on Wednesday, Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur revealed a 30% reimbursement scheme for international productions shooting in India.The Indian federal government will reimburse up to 30% of qualifying production expenditure to a maximum of INR20 million ($260,000).

Leo Barraclough International Features EditorAnimated movie “The Amazing Maurice,” based on a Terry Pratchett novel and featuring a voice cast led by Hugh Laurie and Emilia Clarke, has sold to multiple major territories. Global Screen will present the film as a market premiere at Cannes.Territories where the movie has been picked up include Italy (Lucky Red), Spain (Flins y Piniculas), Scandinavia (Selmer Media), Portugal (NOS Lusomundo), Israel (Red Cape Distribution), Middle East (Selim Ramia & Co.), Australia and New Zealand (Icon Film Distribution), CIS and Baltics (Volgafilm), Poland (Kino Swiat), Hungary, Romania, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Bulgaria (Prorom Media), former Yugoslavia (Investacommerce), Taiwan (Swallow Wings) and Vietnam (Blue Lantern).

Brian Steinberg Senior TV EditorSofia Vergara will lend a hand as Spanish-language media giant TelevisaUnivision moves deeper into the world of streaming.The popular actor, recognized for her turns in ABC’s “Modern Family” and NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” will create an animated series for the company’s new ViX streaming services, which has an ad-supported tier as well as a premium subscription level. Vergara will create and lend her voice to “Koati, The Series,” an original animated program based on the recent movie centered on a family of exotic animals who live in the rainforests of Latin America.

Welcome To Wedding Hell.Starring Lee Jin-wook (Bulgasal: Immortal Souls) and Lee Yeon-hee (The Package), the forthcoming 12-episode series will follow a couple in their thirties as they navigate preparations for their wedding day.“What would it feel like, to get married?” muses Kim Na-eun (played by Yeon-hee) in the new trailer as a loving, elderly couple passes her in the street. Her friends begin asking if her boyfriend Jun-hyeong (Jin-wook) has proposed, warning that she should never be the first to breach the topic of marriage in a relationship.The trailer offers a glimpse of the couple’s sweet relationship, though Jun-hyeong appears to react uncomfortably whenever Na-eun mentions marriage.

BBC EastEnders star Sam Strike has hinted at a comeback to the soap - after reuniting with his co stars. Sam shared a snap of himself with his on screen family in London. Sam played Johnny Carter in the soap for two years.

Mitchell van der Gaag appears set to join his Ajax boss Erik Ten Hag at Manchester United next season. The pair have worked together for the past year at Ajax after Van der Gaag was promoted from the club's Jong Ajax side last season and they have enjoyed success together, cruising through Ajax's Champions League group with six wins from six as well as winning the Eredivisie title.

Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterTelevisaUnivision CEO Wade Davis explained the key differences he sees in the strategy used for the company’s ViX streaming platform, which currently consists of a free, ad-supported tier and will add a subscription premium level later this year, and those utilized by larger streamers or ones who are looking to get into the hybrid model.“Our market is very different,” Davis said during the TelevisaUnivision Q1 call with analysts Wednesday. “Our audience, both in the U.S.

EXCLUSIVE: London’s Blackbox Media and Latin American firm EO Media have paired up to develop a drama series based on a novel about the origins of famed Spanish video game company Dinamic Software.

Eiza González is featured in V Magazine this month, and the Mexican actress’ spread is beautiful. The 32-year-old had an in-depth interview with the magazine where she opened up about many things, including her struggles and success crossing over into the Western market, praising Salma Hayek, calling her a “trailblazer.”González is one of the few Latina actresses with international crossover success.