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Filming Wraps on Mexican Dramedy 'Drama King' Starring Diego Calva

3/23/2026

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Principal photography has concluded on Drama King (El rey del drama), a Mexican dramedy produced by Nicolás Celis’ Pimienta Films with Amazon MGM Studios.
Diego Calva stars as Rodrigo Rojas, a telenovela actor seeking to transition to film.
Carlos Lenin directs the film, exploring ambition and identity within Mexico's entertainment industry.
Javiera Balmaceda of Amazon MGM Studios emphasizes championing local talent as the project aligns with Amazon's expansion in Mexico.

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Story summary

Principal photography has concluded on Drama King (El rey del drama), a Mexican dramedy produced by Nicolás Celis’ Pimienta Films with Amazon MGM Studios.
Diego Calva stars as Rodrigo Rojas, a telenovela actor seeking to transition to film.
Carlos Lenin directs the film, exploring ambition and identity within Mexico's entertainment industry.
Javiera Balmaceda of Amazon MGM Studios emphasizes championing local talent as the project aligns with Amazon's expansion in Mexico.