Emilia is the new identity adopted by Manitas, a cartel kingpin who secretly undergoes gender-affirming surgery and fakes a death to begin an authentic life. She reunites with her children, establishes a nonprofit for cartel victims, and develops a relationship with Epifanía. Her hidden identity is revealed to Jessi before a fatal struggle ends her life.
Karla Sofía Gascón has 21 screen credits in a career dating back to 1999. Signature works include Emilia Pérez, Las Malas, Everything Can Happen!. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.