"Pedro, el escamoso" is a Colombian telenovela that first aired in 2001 and was produced by Caracol Televisión. The story follows Pedro Coral Tavera, a country man who arrives in Bogotá with big dreams and aspirations.
The main character is portrayed by Miguel Varoni, who is known for his flamboyant hairstyle, eye-catching outfits, and distinctive way of dancing the "pirulino," which became a cultural phenomenon in Colombia. Varoni added unique touches to his character, including a specific walk and verbal expressions, like the playful use of the word "mompirri."
The series showcases Pedro as a charming yet naive man, often finding himself in humorous and complicated situations. Upon arriving in the big city, Pedro takes a job as a driver and falls head over heels for Paula Dávila, played by Sandra Reyes.
Despite their social class differences and various complications, Pedro maintains his optimistic spirit and quirky sense of humor. More than 20 years later, a new season of the beloved production has been released, exploring a new storyline featuring the main character and his son, Pedrito, portrayed by actor Carlos Torres.
The show achieved phenomenal success not just in Colombia but across several countries in Latin America and beyond. It has been dubbed into multiple languages and is now available on Disney+. Miguel Varoni’s performance earned him numerous awards and public recognition, and he brings fresh comedic moments in this new season.
Recently, it was announced on social media by Canal Caracol that for this new season, Miguel Varoni has a stunt double. This individual assists him in specific scenes, such as riding a motorcycle, an activity Varoni admits he does not excel at.
Footage has surfaced showing the actor instructing his double on how to mimic his iconic "pirulino" walk, including shoulder movements and other gestures. This season’s plot reveals that Pedro experiences a serious motorcycle accident while working as a messenger in his son’s company.
As Varoni coaches his double on his mannerisms, he playfully instructs him to be "more escamoso," emphasizing the character’s unique style. While the identity of the double remains undisclosed, it has gone largely unnoticed, seamlessly blending into the production.
Audiences have promptly responded online, sharing their thoughts about this unique approach to the show’s scenes. Comments include reactions to the need for a double for motorcycle scenes or noting that walking could be considered a risky action for Varoni, along with humorous observations about a comedic incident involving a motorcycle and dogs.
For more updates and details, you can follow the show’s official channels on platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook.
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