Regina Blandón from free on the sets

Regina Blandón has taken center stage in a powerful new project that tackles sensitive social issues, including sexual abuse. The actress recently spoke about her journey through the trauma she endured as a child, which she revealed publicly last year. Blandón emphasized the importance of addressing such topics openly rather than letting them remain taboo. The actress shared how it took time before she could speak about her experience with a family member, after which she sought psychological help. This process left her with a fear of darkness, but she now feels more secure and stronger. With 23 years in the industry, Blandón is preparing for the release of a horror film titled Vuelves siempre Sebastiana, set to come out next year. The film will be produced and directed by Alessandro Pederzoli and based on an original script by Bolivian writer Natalia Chávez. It will explore themes related to sexual abuse through the story of a girl living in a mining town in Chihuahua who encounters the devil after taking something from the mine. In addition to the film, Blandón is launching a podcast called México siniestro this week, focusing on deep-seated fears within Mexican folklore. She narrates one of ten episodes in the season, discussing a case of sexual aggression. Other episodes feature actors such as Michelle Rodríguez, José María de Tavira, and Daniel Tovar, who delve into subjects ranging from disappearances and family secrets to supernatural occurrences. Viewers have the option to watch these episodes alongside listening to them. Blandón described how reading the material for the podcast gave her goosebumps because it didn't involve typical monsters but instead portrayed real people whose stories were relatable. She believes recognizing common experiences in characters makes audiences empathetic towards others, giving them names and faces to connect with. She acknowledged that tackling difficult subjects can attract criticism online, particularly during her attendance at the World Cup football tournament when she wore a black shirt with the message "Mexico, 133 thousand missing." Despite initial backlash, the gesture went viral and sparked discussions around the issue of missing persons. Blandón currently has 3.9 million followers on Instagram. To conclude the season, Blandón is stepping behind the camera to direct a film titled Hay que reconocer el cadáver, adapted from the Argentine author Marina Yuszczuk's work. The movie follows a young woman who is told by authorities that there is a body believed to be her father’s, prompting her to visit the forensic service to confirm his identity.