On January 22, 2023, Mario Casas graced the set of the popular Spanish talk show, El Hormiguero, hosted by Pablo Motos, to share insights about his personal transformation and promote his latest film, El secreto del orfebre. During this enlightening appearance, he opened up about how significant life changes have reshaped his perspective.
Casas, who is known for his versatile performances and has become one of Spain's beloved actors, showcased not just the glitz and glamour of showbiz but also the human side of fame. He candidly revealed to Motos, "Sí, lo dejé hace un tiempo ya. Fumar, llevo un mes y medio sin fumar. No le estoy dando de comer al monstruo," which translates to, "Yes, I stopped drinking some time ago. I've been off smoking for a month and a half now. I'm not feeding the monster anymore." This moment set the stage for what would be a heartfelt discussion about the changes he has embraced.
“Te cambia la vida, ¿no?” Motos asked, to which Casas replied, “Sí. Te cambia todo. Tu manera de ver la vida cambia totalmente, socialmente, personalmente, cómocomes, cómo piensas, absolutamente todo. Es así.” This exchange highlights the depth of Casas’ transformation as he acknowledged the drastic alterations to his outlook on life, interacting socially, physically, and mentally.
Casas elaborated on his path to health, explaining how giving up alcohol and focusing on sports has dramatically changed his life. “Eres más consciente de quién eres en todos los sentidos y de quién eres en todo momento...,” (You become more aware of who you are at all times) he remarked, illustrating his newfound awareness and respect for his physical and mental well-being.
Moved by this personal evolution, Motos connected these revelations to the actor’s recent roles and career decisions. Mentioning his latest project, El secreto del orfebre, which presents Casas as a goldsmith facing past memories, he seamlessly bridged the gap between his life experiences and his work as an actor. With eloquence, Casas reflected on the challenges of social interactions without relying on substances, humorously lamenting, “Ahora ya no salgo nada de fiesta” (Now, I don't go out to parties anymore), noting the changes he now faces when meeting friends.
The conversation skillfully shifted toward his cinematic endeavors, reminding viewers of his earlier roles, such as his breakout role as Hache in the film Tres metros sobre el cielo. These past projects paved the way for his illustrious career and served to increase his visibility as one of Spain’s leading men. He shared his aspirations for the future, hoping to work on international projects, stating, “¡Me has dado la excusa perfecta para ponerme unos meses a estudiar!” (You've just give me the perfect excuse to study for months!). He expressed his enthusiasm to improve his English skills for future roles on the grand stage.
With laughter, Motos engaged him on the age-old question of time travel. "¿Irías al pasado o al futuro?" (Would you go to the past or the future?) to which Casas humorously declared, "Me quedaría aquí contigo, qué querría ver, a lo mejor veo algo que no me gusta..." (I would stay here with you, why would I want to see something I might not like?). His sincerity pointed to his current satisfaction with his life and career.
To lighten the tone, Casas also reflected on his childhood memories, particularly his fear during the infamous scene of dinosaurs in Jurassic Park. “La primera peli que vi fue 'Jurassic Park'. Me acojoné vivo...,” he recounted, sharing how watching the movie left quite the impression on him and his younger sister, Sheila, stating this past experience humorously influenced his whimsical desire to see dinosaurs firsthand.
This engaging exchange provided fans with not only insights about Mario Casas’ professional endeavors but also his personal trials and triumphs. He reminded everyone watching of the importance of self-awareness and embracing change, especially when it leads to healthier life choices. With his commitment to growth and reflection, audiences eagerly await his upcoming film as well as his continuous evolution as both an actor and individual.