Raphael and his wife, Natalia Figueroa, have made a decision that will mark a turning point in their lives. Both have decided to support a project that will bring the artist's name and story to millions of viewers around the world. This is a project they've been preparing for some time with complete discretion.
The announcement has come at a key moment: Netflix has officially confirmed the filming of Aquel, the biographical series about the singer's life. Behind this decision lies a story of dedication, quiet work, and an unprecedented personal involvement. But what makes this project so special and why now?
Raphael and Natalia Figueroa approve a biographical series that will make history
To understand the magnitude of this decision, it's necessary to remember that Raphael is not just a musical icon. His career, marked by success, overcoming adversity, and constant reinvention, has made him an absolute reference in Spanish culture. By his side, Natalia Figueroa has been much more than a life partner: his balance, his confidant, and his strongest support.
Netflix will portray his life in an eight-episode series that will address not only his achievements, but also the artist's personal conflicts and dark moments. From postwar Spain to such iconic stages as Moscow, Las Vegas, or Paris, the narrative journey promises to show the man behind the myth.
Far from simply granting his image rights, the singer has actively participated in every phase of development. “I'm deeply excited about this project, the result of more than three years of work. These have been intense months of scriptwriting, casting, production design, and close collaboration with the directors,” Raphael stated in a press release issued by Netflix.
The artist has made it clear that this series won't be a sugarcoated version of his life. “I've told my life without filters, and the scriptwriters have interpreted it with complete freedom. This isn't a biopic that idealizes my career, but an honest, unembellished portrait that doesn't shy away from any aspect, no matter how complicated it may have been,” the singer pointed out.
One of the most valued aspects of the project is its human dimension. Raphael has insisted that Aquel isn't just a series about him, but about “a shared story. More than six decades of a career marked by unforgettable moments, some very well known, others more intimate; some bright, others tougher, but all deeply meaningful.”
The involvement of Natalia Figueroa has also been key. As in so many moments of his life, she has been by his side, participating in decision-making and accompanying him in this process.
Aquel will be a carefully crafted blockbuster with a top-tier cast
Aquel stands out not only for its emotional content. From a technical and artistic point of view, this is a large-scale blockbuster. Directed by Tito López Amado, Javier Pulido, and Beatriz Sanchís, and produced by DLO and Caracol Televisión, the series began filming in Madrid on June 27.
The cast is led by Javier Morgade and Carlos Santos, who will play Raphael at different stages of his life. Joining the leads are Francesco Carril, Natalia Varela, Pepa Aniorte, and Manolo Caro.
The script, written by Ignacio del Moral, Paloma Rando, and Adrià P. Xancó, has been reviewed and approved by Raphael himself. The singer has also been involved in the selection of locations, costumes, and set design.
Netflix has defined the series as “an emotional journey through five decades full of light and shadow and a moving story that reveals the man behind the myth.” The estimated release date is scheduled for the first quarter of 2026, a horizon that generates great expectations among both his followers and the audiovisual sector.
“I'm looking forward to seeing the final result and, above all, being able to share it with all of you,” Raphael concludes. These words clarify that this work is not only a review of his life, but an act of generosity toward his followers.
Raphael and Natalia Figueroa have given the green light to what could be the most personal project of their lives. With Netflix as an ally and a story that doesn't shy away from the truth, Aquel promises to become a television milestone. The world is about to finally discover the man who lives behind the myth.