Two fierce Latinas just shook the DC Universe, and we're not talking about superpowers. At the highly anticipated "Superman" premiere, Maria Gabriela de Faria and Isabela Merced didn't just attend, they owned the red carpet.
With bold fashion, radiant energy, and undeniable star power, these two rising DC stars turned heads and stole the spotlight, proving that Latina excellence is alive, thriving, and about to take over Metropolis.
Let's break down the looks that had everyone talking.
Maria Gabriela de Faria: Vampy, Elegant, and Bold
Maria Gabriela de Faria brought full-on femme fatale energy in a black, high-neck, semi-sheer gown dripping in sequins and attitude. The gown hugged her figure like it was custom-made for a DC villainess.
With a daring thigh-high slit and a delicate lace detail running along the edge, Maria struck the perfect balance between sultry and sophisticated.
The halter neckline framed her shoulders while a dramatic black sash flowed behind her like a cape.
Her slicked-back braid added sleek precision to the look, letting her sharp contour and piercing blue eyes take center stage. Black pointed stilettos and minimal jewelry sealed the deal. It was red carpet power dressing, no notes.
Fans are already buzzing about her role as The Engineer in James Gunn's "Superman," and this premiere look only confirms what we suspected: Maria is coming for the crown, and she's not doing subtle.
¡HOLA! met with María Gabriela in Los Angeles, where she opened up in a candid conversation at a pivotal moment in her life. When asked how it felt landing her role in "Superman," María Gabriela revealed that she was at the gym, knowing it was the final day to receive an answer. “That day I was going to find out, no matter what,” she recalls. “They kept me waiting for about a month…It was straightforward: win or lose. “Either my life was going to become incredible, or I was going to be really sad,” she admits.
Isabela Merced: Cosmic, Futuristic, and Fearless
Isabela Merced, who will star as Hawkgirl, went for full-on superhero goddess glam. Her gown was a daring, sheer illusion dress with intricate black beading that formed a feathered burst across her torso, subtly nodding to her winged alter ego. The silhouette was sleek and second-skin, covered in midnight-black sequins that shimmered with every step.
Her short, sleek bob with deep side-swept bangs gave off vintage-meets-sci-fi vibes. Add to that her bold metallic cuffs and a swipe of smoky eyeliner, and you've got a red carpet moment that's both avant-garde and unapologetically fierce.
Latina Power Rising in the DCU
Both actresses are part of the new era of the DC Universe, and their premiere presence felt like a full-circle moment for representation. Isabela, of Peruvian and Puerto Rican descent, and Maria, who hails from Venezuela, are breaking barriers in roles that go far beyond tokenism; they're bringing nuance, complexity, and a whole lot of style to the screen.
While we wait (impatiently) to see them suit up in "Superman," we can all declare that the DC Universe is glowing with Latina fire. And if the premiere was any indication, Maria and Isabela are driving the spaceship.
