In a dramatic twist in the ongoing saga of the remake of the classic Brazilian soap opera Vale Tudo, tensions are rising both on-screen and behind the scenes. The character Maria de Fátima, portrayed by Bella Campos, is determined to achieve her nefarious goals, including stealing a significant sum of money from Rubinho, played by Julio Andrade. Fátima's plans involve drugging Raquel (Taís Araújo) and Gilda (Letícia Vieira) by placing a substance in their drinks, rendering them unconscious while she searches for the cash. However, just as she is about to execute her scheme, Ivan (Renato Góes) enters the scene and becomes suspicious of Raquel's state, causing Fátima to abandon her search temporarily. Ultimately, she does manage to find the dollars and hands them over to César (Cauã Reymond), who is tasked with delivering the money to Marco Aurélio's henchman to avoid dire consequences.
Meanwhile, Bella Campos has been making headlines not just for her character's villainous antics but also for her unique approach to portraying Maria de Fátima. In a recent social media post, she shared a video from her dressing room where she donned a fake pregnancy belly, a tactic reminiscent of Jade Picon’s method during the filming of Travessia. This playful approach is intended to lighten the mood and ward off negative energy, as per popular belief.
As the plot thickens, Campos recently teased a significant alliance between her character and the infamous Odete Roitman, played by Débora Bloch. In a playful Instagram post, she captioned a photo with Bloch, "Let the games begin," hinting at the devious plans the two villains will hatch together. Their collaboration is set to target several relationships within the show, including the separation of Solange (Alice Wegmann) and Afonso (Humberto Carrão), as well as Raquel and Ivan.
On the production side, the atmosphere has been tense, especially following reported clashes between Campos and her co-star Cauã Reymond. The pair, who play adversaries on-screen, have been embroiled in real-life disputes that have garnered significant media attention. Reymond opted out of a recent cast party on May 8, 2025, after a long day of filming, stating on social media that he was heading home to rest after completing 18 scenes. His absence from the festivities raised eyebrows, particularly given the backdrop of reported conflicts with Campos.
The altercation between the two actors reportedly escalated to the point where Bella Campos filed a complaint against Reymond, accusing him of being sexist and disrespectful. In turn, Reymond expressed dissatisfaction with Campos' performance to the show's directors, leading to a temporary halt in filming while the situation was addressed. Sources indicate that the two actors were called in for a meeting with senior executives at Globo to discuss the matter. Campos allegedly refused to retract her claims against Reymond, leaving the meeting in tears but receiving support from her fellow cast members.
Despite the off-screen drama, the show itself continues to captivate audiences. Paolla Oliveira, who plays the character Heleninha, shared her thoughts on participating in this iconic remake during an interview on the program Roda Viva. She expressed her deep admiration for the role, saying, "I really wanted this character. It’s a significant work, a great soap opera, and a great remake. I feel like it was a calling for me." Oliveira emphasized that Heleninha is more than just a stereotype of a woman in crisis; she is a character with depth, facing numerous challenges and conflicts, particularly regarding her struggles with alcoholism.
Oliveira's insights into her character resonate with the broader themes of Vale Tudo, which explores the complexities of human relationships and moral dilemmas. As the story unfolds, viewers are treated to a blend of intrigue, betrayal, and the quest for power, all set against the backdrop of Brazilian society.
As the narrative progresses, fans are eagerly anticipating the next developments in both the fictional world of Vale Tudo and the real-life dynamics among its cast. With Fátima's schemes, the budding alliance between her and Odete, and the ongoing tensions between Campos and Reymond, the show promises to deliver a thrilling ride for its audience.
In the coming episodes, the stakes will only get higher as Fátima and Odete plot their next moves. Will their alliance succeed in dismantling the relationships they aim to destroy? And how will the off-screen conflicts impact the production as it continues to unfold? Viewers will have to stay tuned to find out!
