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Despertar contigo
GenreTelenovela
Screenplay by
  • María Cervantes Balmorí
  • Mario Iván Sánchez
  • Mariana Palos
  • Luis Mariani
  • Rocío Lara
Story by
  • Juan Carlos Pérez Florez
  • Adriana Suárez
Directed by
Creative directorAlexis Covasevich
Starring
Theme music composerCarlos Vives
Opening theme"Volví a Nacer" performed by Carlos Vives and Maluma
Country of originMexico
Original languageSpanish
No. of episodes121
Production
Executive producerPedro Damián
ProducerLuis Luisillo
Cinematography
  • Vivian Sánchez Ross
  • Salvador Ortega
  • Daniel Ferrer
Editors
  • Erika Castañeda
  • Noé Galindo
  • Yuri Murúa
Camera setupMulti-camera
Production companyTelevisa
Original release
NetworkLas Estrellas
ReleaseAugust 8, 2016 (2016-08-08) –
January 22, 2017 (2017-01-22)
Related
Pobre Pablo

Despertar contigo (English title: Waking up with you) is a Mexican telenovela produced by Pedro Damián for Televisa.[1] It is a free version of the Colombian telenovela Pobre Pablo.[2] The series originally aired from August 8, 2016 to January 22, 2017[3]

The series is starring Daniel Arenas as Pablo Herminio, Ela Velden as Maia Alcalá, Aura Cristina Geithner as Antonia and Enoc Leaño as Othón.[4]

Plot

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At a flower-growing convention, destiny brings together two young people whose love story begins when they meet. Maia and Pablo come from different social classes. Maia is Othón's oldest and only daughter after losing his son, Gael, in a house fire. Othón is one of the most important entrepreneurs of the flower cultivation and is heavily strict towards her. On the other hand, Pablo is part of the bodyguard squad of Antonia, the rival of Othón ... two people with many account slopes.

And it is because Antonia and Othón have known each other since they were young and do not miss a chance to hurt themselves, Antonia takes advantage of the meeting between Maia and Pablo to deceive Maia by saying that Pablo is one of the most important floriculturists of the country ... a lie whose purpose is not to hurt Maia, who does not care if Pablo is from a rich social class or not, but Othón, who is heavily strict towards Maia, wants her to be married to a wealthy man and would be actually more than destroyed if he knew that she loves a poor man.

But in addition, the love between Maia and Pablo is not only condemned by the entanglements that surround their encounter, but also by their former flames: Cindy and Federico. Cindy, who was Pablo's girlfriend in the past and calls him by his middle name, Herminio, comes back into his life, wanting Pablo back in a desperate and obsessive manner. Meanwhile, Federico is a junior who is with Maia for interest and wants to marry her with Othón's support (who believes that he is a millionaire). Both will do whatever they can to prevent a "stretched" and "naughty" from taking away, what they believe, belongs to them. With making things even worse for both Maia and Pablo, Maia turns out to be pregnant with Pablo's baby and decides to keep this a secret, by claiming that the baby is Federico's.

Bad blood, spite and jealousy are the condiments of this love story, which is born suddenly in the least expected place and tests the ingenuity and decision of Maia and Pablo.

Cast

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Secondary

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Guest

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  • Claudio Báez as El Coronel
  • Maluma as Himself

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Nominated Result
2017
35th TVyNovelas Awards[7]
 Best Co-lead Actress Leticia Huijara Nominated
Best Cast Despertar contigo Nominated

References

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Despertar contigo

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Despertar contigo (English: Waking Up with You) is a romantic drama produced by for . The series, which aired on from August 8, 2016, to January 22, 2017, consists of 122 episodes and follows the love story between Pablo Herminio, a dedicated in the flower industry, and , a young doctor from a rival family. Starring as Pablo and Ela Velden as Maia, the plot centers on their romance complicated by personal sacrifices, family feuds, and professional conflicts. As a free adaptation of the Colombian telenovela Pobre Pablo (2000–2002), Despertar contigo updates the original story for a modern audience, emphasizing themes of class differences, forbidden love, and redemption within the vibrant setting of the flower business. The production features a supporting cast including , Enoc Leaño, and Leticia Huijara, and it received positive reception, earning an rating of 7.1 out of 10 based on over 1,000 votes. Originally broadcast in , the series was also aired internationally on networks like in the United States, contributing to its popularity among Latin American audiences.

Overview

Premise

Despertar contigo centers on the romantic journey of Herminio Leal, a passionate from humble origins, and Alcalá, the sophisticated daughter of a prominent flower industry , whose paths cross at a floriculturists' convention, igniting an immediate and profound love despite their contrasting social backgrounds. Set within the vibrant yet cutthroat world of the flower trade, the story explores themes of bridging class divides, the exposure of hidden family secrets, paths to personal redemption, and the interplay of ambition and vengeance that shapes relationships. The primary conflicts stem from the bitter rivalry between 's father, Othón Alcalá, and his business adversary Antonia Santamaría, whose schemes aim to exploit the couple's budding romance for revenge; further complications arise from meddlesome suitors Cindy, who pursues , and , Othón's preferred match for . An unexpected for heightens the tension, forcing a painful separation that tests their bond before a destined reunion underscores the narrative's focus on enduring . As a free remake of the Colombian telenovela Pobre Pablo, the series reinterprets the original's essence by emphasizing heroic guardianship and fated romance amid industry intrigue and familial discord.

Production

Despertar contigo was executive produced by Pedro Damián for Televisa, marking his return to producing romantic comedies after a series of youth-oriented dramas. The is a loose adaptation of the 2000 Colombian series Pobre Pablo, originally produced by ; key modifications included updating the narrative to center on Mexico's vibrant flower industry and amplifying the aspects to suit contemporary audiences. Development began with the project's announcement in March 2016, when the title Despertar contigo was confirmed, followed by starting on May 17, 2016, and wrapping up in November of that year; locations encompassed studios at Televisa San , as well as exterior shoots in surrounding regions like and the flower-rich canals of to capture the agricultural essence of the story. The was adapted by Televisa's writing team under Damián's oversight, while direction was handled by a collective including , Jaime Segura, and Walter Doehner across the 122 episodes. One of the primary creative challenges involved harmonizing the blend of heartfelt romance and lighthearted humor, ensuring the telenovela's family-oriented appeal through strategic product integrations that reinforced Televisa's brand values without disrupting the narrative flow.

Cast

Main cast

Daniel Arenas portrays Herminio Leal, the and a dedicated whose heroic instincts, inherited from his late father, a who died in the , drive much of the series' central conflicts. Professional and honest yet naive in matters of the heart, becomes Antonia's personal protector after rescuing her, positioning him at the heart of the flower industry rivalry while grappling with his growing romance for . Ela Velden stars as Maia Alcalá González, a compassionate and intelligent young woman working at a despite her upbringing in as the daughter of florist tycoon Othón Alcalá. Her refined charm and kind-hearted nature make her the emotional core of the love story, as she navigates family pressures for a strategic amid her forbidden attraction to from a different . Aura Cristina Geithner plays Antonia Santamaría, an ambitious magnate dominating the flower industry who hires as her , fueling the narrative's business intrigue and personal vendettas. Her ruthless drive stems from a desire for revenge against her former fiancé Othón, complicating alliances and heightening tensions around Maia's family. Enoc Leaño embodies Othón Alcalá, the competitive of a prominent florist empire and Maia's overbearing father, whose push for advantageous alliances underscores the series' themes of familial duty and rivalry. As Antonia's chief business adversary and ex-partner, Othón's schemes to undermine her propel the central conflicts, particularly as they impact Maia's romantic choices. Sara Corrales depicts Cindy Reyna, Pablo's ambitious and possessive fiancée, a mechanic whose impulsive and domineering personality adds friction to his evolving affections. Seeking upward mobility through her relationship, Cindy's vulgar yet attractive style and intolerance for delays intensify the romantic triangle, highlighting class and loyalty struggles in the plot.

Supporting cast

The supporting cast of Despertar contigo features recurring characters who deepen the narrative through family conflicts, professional rivalries, and social tensions within the flower industry and bodyguard circles, enhancing the central romance with layers of intrigue. Leticia Huijara portrays Tulia Ventura, Pablo's resilient mother and a widow raising her children amid financial hardships; as a former firefighter's wife who lost her husband in the , she harbors resentment toward the privileged class while fiercely protecting her family. Gonzalo Peña plays Villegas, a manipulative and self-serving suitor to from a fallen wealthy family, whose ambitions drive him to pursue marriage as a means to reclaim lost fortune and status, creating obstacles in the protagonists' path. Marcus Ornellas embodies Néstor, Pablo's ambitious and envious colleague in the security firm, whose disloyalty fuels workplace rivalries and betrayals that test loyalties among the bodyguards. Estefanía Villarreal depicts Frida Díaz de la Vega, Maia's loyal best friend from an affluent background, whose fun-loving personality injects into the story while supporting her friend through personal and romantic challenges. appears as Cristian Leal, Pablo's younger brother entangled in petty crimes that strain family bonds and highlight socioeconomic struggles in their household. Among other key supporting roles, Mara Cuevas plays Carmen González, Othón's intelligent and elegant wife who is Maia's mother, grappling with hidden personal frustrations that influence family dynamics. Rodrigo Murray portrays Eligio Vallejo, Antonia's supportive and refined husband, providing stability amid business pressures. Claudio Báez is cast as El Coronel, the stern head of the security agency who trains and oversees the bodyguards, enforcing discipline in their high-stakes world.

Release

Broadcast

Despertar contigo is a produced and broadcast by on its flagship network, . The series premiered on August 8, 2016, occupying the 5:30 p.m. weekday timeslot and airing episodes approximately 45 minutes in length. Comprising 122 episodes, the ran through weekdays, concluding its original run on January 22, 2017. It replaced in the afternoon programming schedule, providing a fresh romantic drama for audiences following the conclusion of that series. The featured the theme song "Volví a Nacer," a of ' original track performed with , which underscored the show's themes of love and renewal.

International distribution

In the United States, Despertar contigo aired on under the title Amo Despertar Contigo, premiering on August 30, 2016, and concluding with its finale on February 3, 2017. The series aired in its original to cater to audiences and broadcast in the 8 p.m. ET/PT time slot. The was distributed internationally by Internacional to networks across and other regions, enabling broadcasts in multiple countries including and . In , it was released as Amo Despertar Contigo in a Portuguese-dubbed version. Following its initial run, Despertar contigo became available on streaming platforms such as , where full episodes are offered for free with ads, and Apple TV, starting around 2017. No direct international adaptations or remakes of the series have been produced.

Reception

Ratings and viewership

In Mexico, Despertar contigo achieved an average rating of 13.74 points during its original broadcast on Televisa's Canal de las Estrellas from August 8, 2016, to January 22, 2017, placing it fourth among the top ten most-viewed national fiction titles of 2016. This performance positioned it behind leading programs such as Por Siempre Joan Sebastian (15.58 points) and La Rosa de Guadalupe (15.13 points) but ahead of several other telenovelas, contributing to Televisa's stability in the afternoon slot amid competition from in-house predecessors like Un Camino Hacia el Destino. The series appealed strongly to a predominantly female audience (71%), with significant viewership from socioeconomic levels DE (49.8%), and highest among viewers aged 40 and older. In the United States, the telenovela aired on Univision from August 30, 2016, to February 3, 2017, averaging around 1.5 million total viewers per episode in its 8 p.m. ET/PT time slot, with some weeks reaching 1.7 million. Marketed as a family-friendly romantic comedy, it served as a lighter alternative to more dramatic soaps, ranking 34th among premiere foreign titles on U.S. Hispanic television that year. It faced stiff competition from Telemundo's edgier offerings, such as El Chema, but maintained consistent delivery among young adults 18-34, often outperforming English-language networks in that demographic on select nights. Comparatively, Despertar contigo showed strength in youth demographics relative to immediate Televisa predecessors like Vino el Amor, which aired in the following 9 p.m. slot on Univision and averaged 2.0 million viewers but drew a broader, less youth-focused . Overall, its metrics helped stabilize -Univision's primetime lineup during the 2016-2017 season against Telemundo's rising share in Hispanic viewership.

Awards and nominations

Despertar contigo received two nominations at the 35th TVyNovelas Awards in 2017. Leticia Huijara was nominated for Best Co-lead Actress for her portrayal of Tulia Ventura. The ensemble cast was also nominated for Best Cast, competing against productions such as La candidata and El hotel de los secretos. The did not secure any wins at the TVyNovelas Awards, despite recognition for its performances in a competitive year.

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