The neighborhood that captivated millions of TV viewers now makes the leap to the big screen
The feature film, directed by Paco León and written together with Fer Pérez, premieres in theaters in Spain this Friday, January 30. ‘Aída y vuelta’ is much more than a movie: it's the reunion of an entire generation with Esperanza Sur, the neighborhood that captivated millions of TV viewers and now makes the leap onto the big screen with a storyline promising plenty of emotion, humor, and nostalgia.
The film brings together Carmen Machi, Paco León, Miren Ibarguren, Mariano Peña, Eduardo Casanova, Pepe Viyuela, Melani Olivares, Canco Rodríguez, Secun de la Rosa, David Castillo, Marisol Ayuso, Pepa Rus, Óscar Reyes and Adrián Gordillo along with 96 other actors, many of whom were selected in a massive online casting call via the movie’s official Instagram account, @Aídalapeli.
‘Aída y vuelta’ blends fiction and metafiction to tell the behind-the-scenes story of the shoot for a new episode of the iconic series. The film plays with its characters and the actors who portray them, on and off camera, giving rise to a reflection on the boundaries of comedy, the role of comedians, and the nature of fame.
'Aída y vuelta', distributed by Sony Pictures Entertainment Iberia, is a production of Globomedia (THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO) and Telecinco Cinema, in association with Mediaset España, Mediterráneo Mediaset España Group and Prime Video, where it will be available after its theatrical run.
The Mediapro Studio Distribution manages the film’s international distribution rights.
The new OTT service integrates VOD, live streaming, an extensive video library, and new cutting-edge features
ETB ON is EITB's new digital TV platform – an OTT service offering a wide array of live TV and the best content from the EITB Group, available anywhere, anytime. Overon (GRUP MEDIAPRO) led the technological development of the platform.
Leveraging the latest technology, EITB (Basque Radio and TV) has reformulated its legacy Nahieran platform, projecting it into the future. With a design tailored to new viewing habits, ETB ON offers an optimum user experience on par with global streaming leaders.
Developed by Overon, the project goal was to build a comprehensive OTT ecosystem integrating video-on-demand (VOD), live streaming, an extensive audiovisual library, and unique new capabilities. The result is a flexible, multilingual, and multi-platform solution.
ETB ON incorporates advanced live stream management, thanks to custom-designed tools for the publication and remote control of streams; key integrations such as an Electronic Program Guides (EPG), unified authentication solutions, creation of FAST channels directly from the CMS, advanced analytics and advertising management for data-driven decision-making; as well as the integration of advanced functionalities to optimize user experience.
Content live or on-demand
The new platform allows users to watch ETB live or on-demand. As well as current affairs, entertainment, series, films, and documentaries, the library features a curated selection of the top content from ETB over the years (historic series, iconic shows, arts and culture programs, documentaries and box sets).
Live broadcasting is another of the key attractions of ETB ON. The platform provides seamless access to all EITB Group live broadcasts, as well as special live coverage of current affairs and culturally significant events. Sports, a hallmark of EITB’s identity, has also been given prominence with ETB ON featuring a diverse offering of weekend sports coverage, providing a window for all amateur sports across the Basque Country.
ETB ON also has four dedicated themed feeds offering some of the most in-demand content: ‘El Conquistador’, all of ETB’s food shows, ‘Herri Txiki, Infernu Handi’ and ‘Vaya Semanita’.
ETB ON is currently accessible via app (Google Play and App Store) or web browser www.etbon.eus, and on Android TV and Fire TV. In coming months, the service will expand to Apple TV and Smart TV apps for Samsung, LG, and Hisense.
Natalia Verbeke, Julián López, Ángela Cervantes and Vebjørn Enger star in the film, which is based on the stage play of the same name
THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO has revealed the teaser trailer and release date for ‘Welcome to Lapland’, a film directed by David Serrano that is set for release in movie theaters in Spain on April 1, under distribution by A Contracorriente Films.
Adapted from the critically acclaimed stage play of the same name – which enjoyed hugely successful runs in Spain and also in countries such as the United States, Croatia, Argentina, Uruguay, Cuba, Venezuela, and the Czech Republic – ‘Welcome to Lapland’ breaks with classic family comedy tropes, taking a wry look at the ethical and moral dilemmas of daily life.
With brilliant dialogue and astute observations of issues such as family dynamics, white lies, traditions, and social conventions, ‘Welcome to Lapland’ uses humor as a vehicle for reflection. It's a film about family but not apt for the whole family – it’s definitely not one to watch with the little ones.
Directed by David Serrano (‘I'm Going to Have a Good Time’, ‘Football Days’, whose work earned a Goya nomination for Best New Director and who co-wrote the award-winning ‘The Other Side of the Bed’, which won the 2002 Málaga Film Festival’s Golden Biznaga for Best Feature Film) – ‘Welcome to Lapland’ is penned by Cristina Clemente and Marc Angelet, based on an original concept developed with Jordi Casanovas.
Natalia Verbeke (‘The Other Side of The Bed’, ‘The Method’), Julián López (‘Los destellos’, ‘Pain and Glory’), Ángela Cervantes (‘La furia’, ‘El mal invisible’) y Vebjørn Enger (‘The Ash Lad: In Search of the Golden Castle’) lead the cast in this story set on Christmas Eve in the Finnish city of Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland and the reputed hometown and residence of Santa Claus.
After several years without spending the holidays together, Nuria (Ángela Cervantes), now living in Lapland with her husband Olavi (Vebjørn Enger) and their daughter, invites her sister Mónica (Natalia Verbeke), her brother-in-law (Julián López), and their son to enjoy a picture-perfect Christmas in her home in Rovaniemi. Everything seems set for an idyllic celebration—until Nuria’s daughter casually informs her young cousin that the man in red with a white beard who supposedly leaves gifts for well-behaved children doesn’t actually exist, and that Santa Claus is simply a character invented by parents to manipulate their kids. What was meant to be the most magical Christmas quickly unravels into a full-blown family meltdown between sisters, in-laws, and cousins. Over the course of one chaotic night, long-buried secrets surface amid a heated debate over whether it’s better to tell the truth at all costs—or preserve belief, even if it’s built on a lie.
‘Welcome to Lapland' is produced with the participation of Movistar Plus+, RTVE and 3Cat. The Mediapro Studio Distribution will handle international sales.
Created by Diego San José, the series is a Movistar Plus+ original produced by 100 Balas (THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO) and Buendía Estudios
'Yakarta', the Movistar Plus+ original series created by Diego San José and produced by 100 Balas (THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO) and Buendía Estudios Canarias, was one of the big winners at the Feroz Awards n Pontevedra, taking home three awards, including the Feroz Award for Best Drama Series, at the annual prize ceremony held by the Spanish Association of Film Journalists (AICE). 'Yakarta' also won the Feroz Award for Best Series Screenplay, an award accepted by its three writers: Diego San José, Daniel Castro, and Fernando Delgado-Hierro.
Its star, Javier Cámara, also received the Feroz Award for Best Lead Actor in a Series, an accolade recognising the brilliance of his performance as Joserra, a former badminton player seeking redemption, solidifying the film’s status as one of the season’s most acclaimed. This is Javier Cámara's third Feroz Award from eleven nominations.
A season full of awards for ‘Yakarta’
The Feroz Awards amplify the warm reception from critics and audiences alike that ‘Yakarta’ has attracted since its debut at the Seminci Film Festival and confirms the series as one of this year’s must-see Spanish shows.
These awards add to a remarkable list of accolades that ‘Yakarta’ has amassed since its premiere on November 6. Among them are the Forqué Award for Best Performance in a Series for Javier Cámara; two wins at Serielizados Fest (Best Screenplay for Diego San José, Daniel Castro, and Fernando Delgado-Hierro, and Best Performance for Javier Cámara); as well as the Almería International Film Festival (FICAL) award for Best Actor in a Drama Series, also for Javier Cámara.
The Feroz Awards ceremony, held on January 24 in Pontevedra, drew a wide array of key figures from Spain’s TV and film industry in a night dedicated to celebrating the talent and excellence marking Spanish productions.
SynopsisJosé Ramón Garrido is a former Olympic badminton player who scrapes by teaching physical education at a public high school in Vallecas. Divorced and despairing, Joserra believes he's discovered a hidden gem at a school badminton tournament – something that could turn his life around. Mar, a teenage player who just might be his ticket to fulfilling his dream of competing in Jakarta, the city where former players like himself are revered as stars. But Jakarta is a long way off, especially for two complete outsiders like Joserra and Mar. Together they'll have to learn to tolerate each other’s quirks to embark on a journey packed with run-down boarding houses, dilapidated sports centers, and gas stations as they pass through towns like Totana, Ponferrada, Torrelavega, and Tardajos before finally reaching the Indonesian capital. That is, if they ever make it…
The tournament features leading figures such as Agustín Tapia, Arturo Coello, Paquito Navarro, Kun Agüero, Eva Longoria and Andy Murray
GolStadium is airing the 2026 Hexagon Cup, taking place from January 28 to February 1 at the Caja Mágica. One of the biggest padel events of the year, it sees the circuit’s top players join forces in an original and exciting format.
The Hexagon Cup has revolutionized the world of padel. The tournament brings together the world’s best players in a unique team format, with each side led by renowned owners. Teams consist of three pairs across three categories – Men’s, Women’s, and Next Gen – vying for points to secure a spot in the grand final on Sunday, February 1, and a shot at the trophy.
In the men’s draw of the 2026 Hexagon Cup, all eyes will be on elite players like Agustín Tapia and Jon Sanz, who take the court for FC Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski’s RL9 Team, as well as on defending champions Federico Chingotto and Momo González for retired football star Kun Agüero’s KRÜ Padel Team. Other top pairings include Franco Stupaczuk and Pablo Cardona, Mike Yanguas and Javi Leal, and Martín Di Nenno and Juan Tello, making it one of the most formidable lineups in international padel.
The women's draw features top players competing in unique pairings not seen during the regular season, such as Sofía Araújo and Claudia Jensen representing the KRÜ Padel Team, while other powerhouse partnerships include Gemma Triay and Marta Ortega, returning for the Rafa Nadal Academy Team, and Paula Josemaría and Alejandra Alonso, for the Eleven Eleven Team. Rounding out the elite roster are duos including Ariana Sánchez and Andrea Ustero, for the RL9 Team, and padel legend Alejandra Salazar teaming up with Carmen Goenaga for the Hexagon Team.
GolStadium is offering both live and on-demand coverage of the high intensity action of this innovative tournament. Padel fans in Spain can catch the third edition of the Hexagon Cup from Wednesday, January 28, to Sunday, February 1, with daily broadcasts from 1 PM to 10 PM. All the final rounds, culminating in the Men’s and Women’s finals, will be broadcast on the platform from 4 PM on both Saturday and Sunday.
It now has a new logo designed by the creative team at THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO
Globomedia, one of THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO's longest-standing production companies, has updated its brand image with a new logo designed by the Studio's creative team.
A living legend of TV, Globomedia has produced iconic series such as ‘Aída’, ‘Siete vidas’, ‘Compañeros’, ‘Águila Roja’, and ‘Vis a vis’, among many others, as well as hugely successful programs like ‘El intermedio’, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, and ‘Zapeando’, on air since 2013, both on laSexta. Among its most recent productions, ‘Aída y vuelta’, a Globomedia and Telecinco Cinema film based on the TV show, directed by Paco León and starring Carmen Machi and León himself, will be released in movie theaters next Friday, January 30th, along with a lineup including most of the original cast. In addition, RTVE will soon premiere ‘Barrio Esperanza’, a series written by Iván Escobar and Antonio Sánchez Olivas and starring Mariona Terés.
With its new logo, Globomedia is updating its identity while staying true to its exceptional legacy. The design blends tradition and innovation, reflecting the evolution of screen formats from the 4:3 of the company’s origin to the vertical 9:16 so popular today.
This is not just a new image. It's a statement of intent that captures the character, creativity, and unique approach to work that defines the brand.
