Johannesburg, 28 July 2026: Telemundo (DStv 118) today announced that its highly anticipated The Casillas Dynasty, is launching on 10 August, with new episodes every night at 9 PM until the season finale on 9 November 2026. This new telenovela ignites a fresh wave of drama, betrayal, and power struggles, with a standout cast and cinematic storytelling.
Leading the cast is Iván Arana (El Señor de los Cielos, La Jefa), delivering a riveting performance as the infamous Ismael Casillas, and María Fernanda Yepes (Sin Senos No Hay Paraíso, Rosario Tijeras) as Elizabeth, a formidable woman drawn back into the shadows of the underworld. Icons Raúl Méndez (Narcos, Sense8) and Isabella Castillo (The Lord of Skies, Vikki RPM) star alongside a commanding lineup of acclaimed talent.
In the aftermath of Aurelio Casillas’s mysterious disappearance, The Casillas Dynasty trembles on the edge. As Ismael Casillas steps into the unforgiving spotlight, he’s thrust into a relentless war for legacy and the one bond that holds them together – family. In a ruthless world fueled by ambition and fear, loyalty becomes a weapon, and protecting blood comes at any cost.
This new chapter begins as Diana and Ismael Casillas embark on a mission to liberate Aurelio and Rutila, when a series of unexpected events force them to rethink their strategies and alliances. They must fight for control of the cartel in a world where enemies lurk around every corner. As old ghosts return and new conflicts emerge, their path leads them to an explosive confrontation against El Gancho’s cartel. For leverage in this battle, they seek the support of Elizabeth, Chema’s ex-wife, who sees the opportunity to leave her life in Milan and return to the underworld, fight for territories, gain power, and finally create an alliance with the Casillas. Will they manage to survive and reinvent themselves, or will their entire empire fall?
The Casillas Dynasty features a standout cast, including Roberto Sosa, Robinson Díaz, Plutarco Haza, Ianis Guerrero, Karen Sandoval, David Palacio, Ximena González Rubio, Gonzalo Vega Jr., Ana González Bello, Alan Slim, Wendy de los Cobos, Carlos Corona, Leonardo Álvarez, Alejandro Aguilar, Christian Gnecco, Alexis Juárez, Luciana Silveyra, Vanessa Acosta, David Ponce, Florencia Ríos, Ana Sofía Gatica, Jesusa Ochoa and Sandra Quiroz.
Produced by Telemundo Studios, The Casillas Dynasty was written by Juan Camilo Ferrand and directed by Javier Fox Patrón, Mauricio Corredor, and Laura Marco Lavilla. Cinematography is led by Juan Carlos Lazo, Ricardo Garfias, and Alejandro Tellez, with production design by Marisa Pecanins. Mónica Vizzi serves as executive producer, with Mabel Vargas as general producer.
The Casillas Dynasty premieres exclusively on Telemundo on 10 August, with new episodes every night at 9 PM until the season finale on 9 November 2026.