Sofia Vergara Responds To Controversy Over Netflix Series "Griselda" Scene

Sofia Vergara just dropped a reality-check moment about the way drug scenes get filmed, and it has nothing to do with Hollywood magic. While people watched the Netflix drama “Griselda” and focused on the shocking cocaine moments, Vergara was thinking about the part nobody sees: how to make it look real without actually doing it.

In the series, Vergara plays a world built around the notorious Colombian drug lord, Griselda, aka the “cocaine godmother,” whose story is as infamous as it gets. But when it came time to shoot scenes where her character has to snort cocaine, the pressure was different. Vergara revealed she had to learn the physical technique, and even the “white powder” on screen is not the real thing, it is a harmless stand-in that just sells the illusion.

So yes, the show is intense, but the method behind those moments is even more interesting.

Sofia Vergara has pulled back the curtain on a prevalent illusion in the entertainment realm: the depiction of drug use on screen. In a recent revelation, she shed light on what actors are genuinely inhaling during scenes that depict cocaine consumption.

Contrary to common belief, the white powder showcased on screen isn't genuine cocaine. Instead, actors utilize harmless substitutes that mimic the appearance of the real substance. This method ensures the seamless continuation of our beloved series without risking any legal repercussions!

Let's delve further into the intriguing realm of on-screen illusions and explore how filmmakers uphold the authenticity of their productions while staying within legal boundaries.

While the “cocaine godmother” storyline had viewers locked in, Vergara was busy learning how to sell the snort without ever touching real cocaine.

Much like actors using herbal substitutes for cigarettes on camera to avoid the harmful effects of tobacco, there is also a stand-in for hard drugs.

Sofia Vergara, known for her role in the Netflix drama "Griselda," revealed this interesting tidbit. The series delves into the story of a notorious Colombian drug lord, also named Griselda.

The real Griselda, often dubbed the "cocaine godmother," fully embraced her infamous reputation. She even named one of her sons Michael Corleone, inspired by the iconic gangster character from the movies.

And when she said the director, Andrés Baiz, taught her the technique, it made the whole “make it real” goal sound way more hands-on than fans expected.

This is like the AITA where someone refused to share grandma’s lasagna, after a cousin started a rival catering business.

"Griselda" has garnered significant critical acclaim, with audiences thoroughly enjoying the show.

However, there's one aspect of the production that Sofia Vergara found challenging – simulating drug use scenes. In an interview with AP Entertainment, Vergara revealed that she had to learn how to convincingly pretend to snort cocaine for certain scenes. She credited the director of "Griselda," Andrés Baiz, for teaching her the technique.

Vergara shared, "Pretend cocaine? I learned how to snort it with Andrés Baiz, the director. He was very helpful for me because I didn't know how to smoke either. So he would come to my house, and, you know, I wanted to make it real. I didn't want to be thinking about it while I was acting, so I also wanted to practice before I got to the set."

The complicated part is that “Griselda” is built on real-life legend, yet the on-camera drug look is carefully faked with substitutes.

Regarding the substance employed to simulate cocaine, Sofia Vergara revealed that the experience wasn't pleasant for her, and she wouldn't want to go through it again. Although it may mimic cocaine in appearance, it doesn't elicit the same reaction when snorted.

By the time she talked about wanting to stop thinking about it mid-performance, the illusion turned into a full acting challenge, not just a prop moment.

"I can't quite put my finger on it, but it's not a pleasant sensation. It's like ingesting some kind of milk," Vergara confessed, puzzled. Executive producer Eric Newman then interjected, confirming that it was indeed 'powdered milk'.

"It's not a pleasant experience. I wanted to nail the scene perfectly in one take, so I didn't have to repeat it a hundred times," Vergara shared. Despite the discomfort, she remained enthusiastic about portraying Griselda and was captivated by the series' storyline. "I was really drawn to the story," she added.

Griselda is now streaming on Netflix.

The hardest part of “Griselda” might not be the plot, it is pretending to be high on cue.

Want more family chaos, read the AITA about refusing to share great-grandmother’s lasagna.