Dori Presents New Novela Based on a Blog

BUENOS AIRES: Dori Media Group and Rosstoc are co-producing Ciega a Citas (Date Blind), a daily telenovela inspired by a blog penned by Carolina Aguirre, writing as Lucía González.

Ciega a Citas tells of Lucía, a 31-year-old journalist who goes through endless blind dates to find a boyfriend in 258 days so that she has someone to accompany her to her younger sister’s wedding—and win a bet made with her mother. Ciega a Citas notched up 2.5 million views in the space of nine months. The daily telenovela is written by Marta Betoldi.

Ciega a Citas is exclusively distributed by Dori Media Distribution. The show is a co-production of Dori Media Contenidos and Rosstoc.

Michal Nashiv, the CEO of Dori Media Contenidos, commented, "We are very pleased to co-produce with Rosstoc in producing Ciega a Citas. We are certain that by combining the abilities of both companies—Dori Media Contenidos and Rosstoc—and with the strong romantic comic story line of this telenovela, we will create a universal product, with worldwide appeal."

Alejandro Suaya, the CEO and partner of Rosstoc, added, "Ciega a Citas is a fresh and romantic comedy that will revive the local screen. Since the beginning it had an experimental appeal that is tailored to Rosstoc products. Dori Media Group is an excellent partner and we are delighted to face this production with them."