Key Highlights
- Mexican actress Lucía Méndez created the hit comedy series ‘Cómplices’ after a viral moment involving her and co-stars Laura Flores and Maribel Guardia.
- The show blends comedy, mystery, and heart, focusing on female friendship and empowerment.
- Co-stars share personal stories about their journey from acquaintances to close friends through the series.
- ‘Cómplices’ premieres as a response to recent incidents of women’s mistreatment in public events.
The Birth of ‘Cómplices’
In 2024, Lucía Méndez, Laura Flores, and Maribel Guardia were just friends enjoying a night out with singers Dulce and Laura León. What started as laughter over Tinder turned into something much bigger when a producer filmed their impromptu chat about women’s lives on screen.
The clip gained 40 million views online, sparking Méndez’s idea for a series that would showcase women of her generation living freely and authentically. “I wanted to create something real, a story about women my age who are still alive, still dreaming, still loving,” she says.
Friendship in the Spotlight
Flores recalls meeting Guardia decades ago, noting that Méndez was already a star at that time. “Lucía was already a huge star,” Flores states with admiration. “I used to see her in Televisa hallways and think, ‘Wow, I’ll never be at her level.’ And now, we’re laughing together like old friends.”
Guardia adds, “Lucía invited me into this show because she admired my work since I was a teenager. When she called, I didn’t even ask what the script was. I just said yes.” This mutual respect and trust highlight the deep connection between the co-stars.
A Manifesto for Solidarity
The premiere of ‘Cómplices’ came at an opportune moment. Just days before its launch, Miss Universe 2025 faced a public humiliation during the pageant. “That man’s behavior was disgusting,” Méndez firmly states. “You don’t humiliate a woman on stage. We’re not quiet anymore. When you disrespect one of us, you disrespect us all.”
The series aims to celebrate female unity and self-love in an industry that often pits women against each other for the spotlight. “We’ve earned the right to laugh at life,” Méndez concludes with a grin. “And now, we’re laughing together.”
