Spanish prime-time television is gearing up for a new wave of intrigue as Marc Giró’s popular show on the main channel TVE once again draws in a devoted army of fans. Right after “La revuelta” with David Broncano airs, around eleven in the evening, “Late Xou” will begin—a program that has quickly evolved from a bold experiment into one of the week’s most talked-about events. This time, the guest lineup promises an especially captivating spectacle, guaranteed to keep viewers from reaching for their remotes.
The first guest in the studio will be a true icon of Spanish pop music—Mónica Naranjo. Her visit marks a milestone: thirty years on stage. The singer is preparing for a major international tour and will present a new single, but her conversation with Marc Giró will go far beyond professional topics. Naranjo is expected to lift the veil on her personal life, reveal previously unknown habits, and share her plans for after the tour. It’s a rare chance to see one of the country’s brightest stars in an informal and candid interview.
Following the musical diva, the guest chair will be taken by a titan of Spanish cinema, director Alejandro Amenábar. His recent work, the historical drama “El Cautivo,” which tells the story of Cervantes’s five years in captivity in Algiers, has already caused a stir and received support from RTVE. In conversation with the host, Amenábar promises to reveal a completely unexpected side of himself. Viewers will learn about his passion for flamenco, hear stories from his life in Hollywood, and, most intriguingly, the director will share an account of a ghost that, according to him, haunts his house. This twist will surely add a mystical atmosphere to the evening.
Wrapping up the star-studded marathon is comedian Carlos Areces, who is no stranger to the show. He will present his new film, but given his unpredictable sense of humor, the main topic of discussion could be anything. This time, Areces has prepared some amusing suggestions related to the rules of behavior in the “silent carriage” of AVE high-speed trains. His appearance guarantees a dose of absurd and intellectual humor that the program’s audience so appreciates.
With such a strong lineup, Marc Giró and his team—which includes his spouse, who serves as the project’s co-producer—are set on a serious campaign to capture viewers’ attention. Their main competitor during Tuesday prime time is the reality show “Supervivientes All Stars.” Every minute on air, every successful joke, and every celebrity revelation become part of a major ratings battle, in which “Late Xou” is determined to score another win and solidify its reputation as Spain’s leading intellectual entertainment program.
