Overview
- The open casting organized by ATV reportedly attracted about 5,000 people on Sept. 12, creating a large public turnout for the show's relaunch.
- Gia Meier, MacBridde and Agus Padilla said in live streams that production contacted them about auditions, but none confirmed they will join the program and Agus said she would not accept an offer now because of the time commitment.
- MacBridde admitted he attended the ATV location for casting but declined to give details, and Gia Meier confirmed she received a call without saying she has a guaranteed spot.
- ATV and producer Marisol Crousillat have not published a participant list and say the cast is still being evaluated, leaving the final selection process unannounced.
- Social media users accused the casting of being 'trucho' or rigged, while industry voices noted casting teams often 'map' potential talent and contact selected influencers directly, a practice that helps explain why some creators received private outreach; the program's return after nearly eight years and recent publicity about reality-show pay have driven strong interest in participation.