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Mariana Ximenes returns to prime time as the villain Isis

The actress is thrilled with her character from the soap opera 'Mania de Você', takes stock of her career and talks about her desire to be a mother; check it out

09 Set 2024 | 07:10 |

Mariana Ximenes returns to prime time on TV Globo, after 14 years, as a new villain! The actress plays Isis, in "Mania de Você", which premieres this Monday (9), at 9pm. The character grew up in a community close to a luxury condominium and saw her life take a huge turn after marrying Henrique (Antonio Saboia), heir to a bank.

The couple had Tomás (Miguel Bottini/Paulo Mendes), who has a difficult relationship with his mother. She is still Guga’s (Allan Souza Lima) lover. The artist is excited about her new role.

"I like complex characters, which have many layers, because there is never a sovereign character without mistakes. She makes mistakes, she is deceived too, so this game is enjoyable", highlights Mariana, who gave life to the con artist Gilda in "Amor Perfeito" (2013). The actress recognizes that, despite the evils, her characters have nuances and are human. "My character is now a villain who ends up falling for a scam, but that's very interesting too", she believes.

About the difference between playing girls and villains, Mariana assesses: "It's good to play a girl, like in 'Chocolate com Pimenta', which was a milestone in my career, but it's great to explore villains too. When we try different things in life, it's like opening drawers." She also emphasizes that she likes roles that challenge her real characteristics. "I look like a girl in real life, but I love playing a villain. I like playing evil", she jokes.

This is the third professional partnership between Ximenes and author João Emanuel Carneiro, famous for his plots full of twists and turns. The two have already worked together in "A Favorita" (2008), in which the actress played Lara, and "Cobras & Lagartos" (2006), as Maria Isabel Gonçalves Pasquim, known as Bel. "We're friends and I'm ready for what should be," she snaps.

'I feel fulfilled'

With a 26-year career, Mariana starred in soap operas such as "Fascinação" (1998), "Andando nas Nuvens" (1999 ), "Force of a Desire" (2000), "The Patroness" (2001), "The House of Seven Women" (2003), "America" (2005), "Passione" (2010), "Rare Jewel" ( 2013), "Haja Coração" (2016) and "Nos Tempos do Imperador" (2021), as well as plays and countless films.

She shares her satisfaction with her professional career and the choices she made over the years. "It's a very good moment in my career. I feel fulfilled to be working with great professionals and exploring such rich characters", he emphasizes.

A new lifestyle

At 43 years old, Ximenes also comments on the changes in his body after adopting a new routine and losing 6 kg. "Now I've made it a priority to exercise, whether outdoors or at the gym. I prefer outdoors, but I'm managing to fit it into my schedule however I can", says the actress, who takes advantage of the time between recordings to meditate and maintain her focus. "I'm healthier, and that's the most important thing. It wasn't just a question of aesthetics, but of well-being", she adds.

Regarding her plan to become a mother, Mariana states that she remains firm and strong. "I really want to, motherhood is part of my plans, I froze my eggs and at the right time it will happen."

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Ex-jogador de 55 anos, com passagens por grandes clubes e título da Copa de 2002, tem nome ventilado nas redes sociais para integrar o elenco de famosos

Ex-Flamengo, Edílson Capetinha é especulado como integrante do grupo Camarote do BBB 26 - foto: reprodução

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O elenco de celebridades do Big Brother Brasil 26 pode contar com a presença de um pentacampeão mundial. Nesta sexta-feira (2), informações divulgadas pelo perfil "Realitys Comentei" na rede social X (antigo Twitter) apontam que o ex-jogador Edílson Capetinha é um dos nomes cotados para integrar o grupo Camarote na nova edição do programa.

Aos 55 anos, o ex-atleta surge como uma das possíveis apostas da direção do programa para movimentar a casa mais vigiada do país. A especulação ganha força às vésperas da estreia, aumentando a expectativa dos fãs de futebol e de entretenimento sobre a lista oficial de confinados.

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A carreira de Edílson justifica o status de celebridade. O ex-atacante construiu uma biografia vitoriosa no futebol nacional, acumulando passagens marcantes por gigantes como Corinthians, Palmeiras, Flamengo e Cruzeiro. O auge de sua trajetória esportiva ocorreu em 2002, quando fez parte do elenco da Seleção Brasileira que conquistou o pentacampeonato mundial na Copa da Coreia e do Japão.

A relação de Edílson com a aposentadoria foi marcada por idas e vindas. Após pendurar as chuteiras inicialmente em 2007, ele retornou aos gramados em 2010 para defender o Bahia, onde atuou em 15 partidas e anotou dois gols. Seis anos depois, em 2016, teve uma breve passagem pelo Taboão da Serra, clube de São Paulo, antes de encerrar definitivamente a carreira profissional.

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Entre as camisas pesadas que vestiu, a do Flamengo ocupa um lugar especial na galeria de troféus de Edílson. No Rubro-Negro, o atacante foi peça fundamental em uma das épocas mais recordadas pela torcida. Ele sagrou-se campeão do histórico Campeonato Carioca de 2001, conquistado com o inesquecível gol de falta de Petković, e também levantou a taça da Copa dos Campeões no mesmo ano;

Mariana Ximenes returns to prime time as the villain Isis