A Força do Querer: Review, Story, Cast, Episodes, Release Date, Budget & More

A Forca do Querer

A Força do Querer is a captivating Brazilian telenovela that aired on TV Globo from April 2017 to January 2018, becoming one of the network’s most talked-about productions. Created by the renowned writer Glória Perez, known for tackling bold social issues, this 172-episode series pushed boundaries by exploring themes rarely addressed in mainstream Brazilian television. The show features an ensemble cast led by Juliana Paes, Paolla Oliveira, and Rodrigo Lombardi, delivering performances that sparked national conversations. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Rio de Janeiro, A Força do Querer weaves together multiple storylines involving forbidden desires, gender identity, and the complexities of modern relationships.

A Força do Querer: Release Date, Story, Plot, Episodes, Cast, Actors Salary, Actors Net Worth, Budget, OTT Response, Trailer, Songs, Awards, Review, Ratings & More

InfoA Força do Querer
GenreTelenovela
Romance
LanguagePortuguese
Directed byRogério Gomes
Pedro Vasconcelos
Star CastLilia Cabral
Maria Fernanda Cândido
Juliana Paes
Isis Valverde
Paolla Oliveira
Humberto Martins
Dan Stulbach
Rodrigo Lombardi
Marco Pigossi
Fiuk
Bruna Linzmeyer
Emilio Dantas
Edson Celulari
Débora Falabella
Carol Duarte
Zezé Polessa
Production
companies
Entretenimento Globo
CountryBrazil
Original networkRede Globo
Original release3 April – 20 October 2017
Running time29–73 minutes

A Força do Querer Storyline

A Força do Querer follows the intertwined lives of three women navigating desire and identity in contemporary Rio de Janeiro. At the center is Ritinha, a young woman from the Amazon who arrives in the city and becomes entangled in a love triangle between wealthy lawyer Zeca and ambitious lawyer Ruy. Meanwhile, Bibi is a fearless woman from the favelas whose relationship with Rubinho pulls her into the dangerous world of crime and drug trafficking. The most groundbreaking storyline follows Ivana, a successful lawyer who struggles with gender dysphoria and begins a transformative journey toward living authentically as Ivan. As these narratives intersect, the telenovela explores how desire, whether for love, power, acceptance, or self-discovery, drives people to make life-altering choices that challenge societal norms and personal limits.

A Força do Querer Cast, Crew, Role, Salary, Remuneration & Net Worth

Here are the complete details of actors and actresses names in the Web Series.

1.Fiuk as Ruy Beraldo Garcia

Fiuk as Ruy Beraldo Garcia
InfoRuy Beraldo Garcia
Real NameFiuk
Salary Per Web SeriesNot Known
Net WorthNot Known

2.Marco Pigossi as José Ribamar do Carmo (a.k.a. Zeca)

Marco Pigossi as José Ribamar do Carmo (a.k.a. Zeca)
InfoJosé Ribamar do Carmo (a.k.a. Zeca)
Real NameMarco Pigossi
Salary Per Web SeriesNot Known
Net WorthNot Known

3.Isis Valverde as Rita Rosa Ferreira Garcia (a.k.a. Ritinha)

Isis Valverde as Rita Rosa Ferreira Garcia (a.k.a. Ritinha)
InfoRita Rosa Ferreira Garcia (a.k.a. Ritinha)
Real NameIsis Valverde
Salary Per Web SeriesNot Known
Net WorthNot Known

4.Paolla Oliveira as Jeiza Nascimento Rocha

Paolla Oliveira as Jeiza Nascimento Rocha
InfoJeiza Nascimento Rocha
Real NamePaolla Oliveira
Salary Per Web SeriesNot Known
Net WorthNot Known

5.Juliana Paes as Fabiana Duarte Feitosa (a.k.a. Bibi / Bibi Perigosa / Baronesa do Pó) / Soraya Guedes

Juliana Paes as Fabiana Duarte Feitosa (a.k.a. Bibi / Bibi Perigosa / Baronesa do Pó) / Soraya Guedes
InfoFabiana Duarte Feitosa (a.k.a. Bibi / Bibi Perigosa / Baronesa do Pó) / Soraya Guedes
Real NameJuliana Paes
Salary Per Web SeriesNot Known
Net WorthNot Known

6.Emilio Dantas as Rubens Feitosa (a.k.a. Rubinho / Barão do Pó) / Naldo Guedes

Emilio Dantas as Rubens Feitosa (a.k.a. Rubinho / Barão do Pó) / Naldo Guedes
InfoRubens Feitosa (a.k.a. Rubinho / Barão do Pó) / Naldo Guedes
Real NameEmilio Dantas
Salary Per Web SeriesNot Known
Net WorthNot Known

7.Rodrigo Lombardi as Caio Borges Garcia

Rodrigo Lombardi as Caio Borges Garcia
InfoCaio Borges Garcia
Real NameRodrigo Lombardi
Salary Per Web SeriesNot Known
Net WorthNot Known

8.Carol Duarte as Ivan Garcia (previously Ivana)

Carol Duarte as Ivan Garcia (previously Ivana)
InfoIvan Garcia (previously Ivana)
Real NameCarol Duarte
Salary Per Web SeriesNot Known
Net WorthNot Known

9.Bruna Linzmeyer as Cibele Sabóia Dantas

Bruna Linzmeyer as Cibele Sabóia Dantas
InfoCibele Sabóia Dantas
Real NameBruna Linzmeyer
Salary Per Web SeriesNot Known
Net WorthNot Known

10.Débora Falabella as Irene Steiner / Solange Lima

Débora Falabella as Irene Steiner / Solange Lima
InfoIrene Steiner / Solange Lima
Real NameDébora Falabella
Salary Per Web SeriesNot Known
Net Worth$850,000

A Força do Querer Web Series Awards

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A Força do Querer Review

A Força do Querer stands as a landmark achievement in Brazilian television for its courageous storytelling and social relevance. Glória Perez masterfully balances entertainment with meaningful commentary, creating characters that feel genuinely human rather than caricatures. The transgender storyline, portrayed with sensitivity by Carol Duarte and later Silvero Pereira, broke new ground in telenovela history and educated millions about gender identity. Juliana Paes delivers a mesmerizing performance as Bibi, making her morally ambiguous character both compelling and complex. While some plotlines occasionally veer into melodrama, typical of the telenovela format, the show’s willingness to address taboo subjects with nuance and respect elevates it beyond standard soap opera fare. The production values, from Rio’s stunning cinematography to the memorable soundtrack, enhance the viewing experience. A Força do Querer proved that popular entertainment can drive social progress, making it essential viewing for understanding contemporary Brazilian culture.

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