Personal details
- Birth Date: 1971-11-17
- Height: 5′ 8″ (1.73 m)
- Birth Location: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Professions: Actress, Producer
Malu Galli—man, what a force in Brazilian film and TV. Born smack in the heart of Rio on November 17, 1971, she grew up in that wild, sun-soaked city, and you can kinda tell she carries a bit of that Rio flair wherever she goes. She’s not just your average actress either—she’s got producer chops, too, which, honestly, is no small feat in the cutthroat entertainment world. If you’ve ever caught “Queridos Amigos” from 2008, you know exactly what I’m talking about. She brings this raw, no-nonsense energy to the screen, making every scene hit harder than you’d expect. Fast forward to 2022 and there she is again, lighting up “Além da Ilusão,” proving she’s still got it—maybe even more than ever. The range, the emotion, the looks that could kill or melt you, depending on the moment. Let’s not forget “180 Graus” from 2010, either. That film’s got its own vibe, and Malu just slides right in, making whatever character she takes on feel painfully real. Not many can do that, right? That’s probably why she’s still popping up in projects people actually want to watch. And, a little personal tidbit—she’s married to Afonso Tostes. Just adds a little depth to her story, not that she needs it. Bottom line: Malu Galli’s the kind of actress who never phones it in. She’s all heart, all grit, and she’s definitely not fading into the background any time soon.
A group of college friends reunite for a long weekend at a lake house, hoping to recapture their glory days. Naturally, things go sideways almost instantly—old grudges bubble up, dumb dares get thrown around, and that one guy (you know the type) just can’t let go of the past. As secrets spill and tempers flare, the group faces a crazy storm that traps them inside. Stuck together, they’re forced to confront their real feelings and the stuff they’ve all been avoiding for ages. There’s a bit of romance, a ton of awkward confessions, and just enough chaos to keep you guessing who’s going to crack first. By the end, they’re not the same people they were when they arrived—some bonds break, others get way stronger, and everyone walks away with a new understanding of what friendship really means. Classic coming-of-age, but with just enough twists to keep you hooked.
refrencennIn Brazil, TV isn’t just a side gig—it’s basically the main door you’ve gotta walk through if you want to do anything else in the entertainment world. Doesn’t matter how much someone claims they’re “only about the theatre” or they’re “all in for cinema,” sooner or later, you find ’em on a soap opera or a talk show, probably half-smiling, pretending they’re not loving the attention. It’s wild how the whole scene is wired around television. You want to sell tickets for your play? Better hope people recognize you from that hit telenovela. Trying to get a film off the ground? Producers are way more interested if you’ve got that TV shine. Even the rebels end up caving, honestly. It’s kind of like an unspoken rule—TV first, then everything else maybe. Not always fair, but hey, that’s just how the business rolls here.
November 17, 1971
5′ 8″ (1.73 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
53 years old