Ernesto Pimentel was happy and grateful for the success the film is achieving Chabuca in Peruvian cinemas. Since its premiere on Thursday, April 11, the film has managed to position itself as the most successful Peruvian film of this year. However, it has not been to the liking of all the public since the driver has received bad comments in social networks.
However, he decided to respond to the reviews towards national production: “This film has brought to light many critics who use inadmissible qualifiers for this time and that hurts me,” he told the media during his visit to Piura. “I am in this beautiful city and I celebrate the continued success of the film. Beyond the numbers, I feel grateful to the people for the love they give me,” he added.
Likewise, Ernesto Pimentel thanked his followers who have supported him and knows that these types of comments will always exist: “I leave everything in the hands of God and I thank the public that defends me. I always say that we must be tolerant. I invite you to watch the movie so they can form their own opinion,” he said.
On the other hand, the TV host reaffirmed that Chabuca It is a work that represents cinema in all its aspects and is focused on telling a story. “This goes beyond whether you like me or not; it will allow us to get closer to what motivated me to keep going all this time,” he said.
How many people went to the premiere of Chabuca?
This week it was released in theaters Chabuca, a film that takes us on an intimate journey through the life of Ernesto Pimentel. Although the actor clarifies that it is not an autobiography, he recognizes that it is an “avalanche of emotions” that allows us to delve into his story and learn about a reality little explored on the big screen.
According to Tondero Producciones, the film’s premiere attracted more than 15 000 personas to movie theaters across the country. In addition, film expert Maykoll Calderón pointed out on his social networks that it was the second most viewed film last Thursday, on a billboard loaded with international titles, and the best premiere of a Peruvian film so far in 2024.
“Thank you all for the great support of this beautiful production,” Tondero wrote on his networks. The news was also celebrated by Ernesto Pimentel and Sergio Armasgo, who plays Chola Chabuca at the cinema. They both shared a story Instagram thanking the audience’s attendance with Chabuca’s characteristic greeting: “Long live Peru.
Why was Ernesto Pimentel afraid to make his film?
Before making his biographical film, Ernesto Pimentel He was not sure about telling his story either on television or in film, however, when he spoke with the filmmaker Jorge Carmona, he was encouraged to share his reflections about this production that collects his memories.
“I’m still afraid. We live in a hypocritical society, it is not easy to tell my story because of all the prejudices it represents, it is not easy to open your heart and see yourself exposed. I have decided to open my heart to you, my film is the story of a person who follows fighting to make a new story of his life,” he told the same medium.