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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.

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.

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." 

Singer Preta Gil, who is facing new cancer treatment, shared details about the amputation of her rectum and her current state of health in an interview with the program 'Fantástico', on Rede Globo, on Sunday night (8) .

The singer spoke about the chronology of the treatment and the surgical procedure carried out in 2023. "In six months, four tumors grew. It's not easy, but we have no other option but to face it. Everything about this disease is a It's a big taboo. I amputated my rectum and I can't be ashamed, because it's my reality," he said.

Preta explained that the amputation took place in August 2022, when he removed the cancer and the rectum, starting then. intensive rehabilitation with a team of physiotherapists, surgeons, oncologists and nurses. “In August of last year, exactly one year ago, I had my cancer removed and my rectum amputated. Over the past year, I have been undergoing rehabilitation with treatment from pelvic physiotherapists, surgeons, oncologists, and nurses. And I've been rehabilitating myself”, she said.

She also mentioned that many people believed that the surgery had been recent: "People think I had this surgery now. No. I had this surgery a year ago Now, I'm undergoing a new treatment, with new outbreaks, in tumors that will also be cured, will also be cured with all my faith."

The singer also highlighted the support of her family, especially her father. , Gilberto Gil, who gave him strength during the most critical phase of the disease: "For you to say to a child: 'If you can't handle it, go', that's a proof of love. Today, I'm more thirsty for life."

As everyone already knows, some former BBBs recently renewed their contracts with Globo, as was the case with Beatriz Reis, Giovanna Pitel and Fernanda Bande. On social media, both the broadcaster and the reality show participants celebrated the news. According to the Fábia Oliveira column behind the scenes, these renewals did not happen in a “cute” way and even “threats” occurred during the conversations.

According to the column, Globo would have said that anyone who already had something concrete at the station, like a program for example, I would lose everything. This is the case of Pitel and Fernanda, who debuted Na Cama com Pitanda, at Multishow. Still according to sources, it was also said that those who still didn't have anything would continue without it, as the station's doors would be closed.  The contract was negotiated at 40% for Globo, while the market usually charges 20%.

It is worth remembering that, when entering Big Brother Brasil, participants sign a bond with the agency ViU, which is the unit of the company responsible for commercial projects in social networks and marketing. This, after the contract months, may or may not be renewed. Of the BBB 24 cast, only Bia, Pitel and Fernanda continued with the broadcaster.

Another detail revealed by the column is that, despite the success that the former BBBs have had with the brands, customers have been complaining much of the agency given by Globo. This is because companies would not be able to reach the girls and, often, they make contact with the teams, who do not respond. In fact, most of the brands that have done advertising with ex-BBBs are the ones who would have taken the initiative to look for them.