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From Medellín to the biggest stadiums in the world, Karol G shares the story of her life in the new documentary Tomorrow Was Beautiful, premiering on Netflix Thursday (May 8).

Directed by Cristina Costantini and produced by This Machine, Interscope Films and Bichota Films, the documentary offers an intimate look at Karol G’s rise to global stardom, along with a behind-the-scenes glimpse of her record-breaking Mañana Será Bonito World Tour and the challenges she faced along the way. Known for her sincerity and unbreakable connection with her fans, Karol G aims to show her most human side in this project. The tearjerking film brings together key moments from her life and career while highlighting her deep bond with her family, who have always provided her unwavering support.

Over two years of production, Tomorrow Was Beautiful captures moments such as a terrifying flight during which Karol G thought she was going to die, and painful memories including an experience when she was nearly abused by someone in the industry at age 16. The documentary also highlights her heartfelt tribute to Selena in Texas, with a cameo by Suzette Quintanilla, as well as her recognition as Billboard Women in Music’s Woman of the Year in 2024.

“This is a very special piece for my fans. It’s an opportunity to show people who Carolina is, beyond just Karol G,” the singer told Billboard Español on the red carpet ahead of the documentary’s premiere on Tuesday (May 6) in New York City.

“Watching the documentary gave me the chance to reflect on the incredible journey I’ve had as a person— in the way I think, and even changes physically,” La Bichota shared. “I feel like it all started when I had blue hair, and then came the whole process with red hair, blonde hair and finally pink hair. I can see how my mindset evolved, how my sense of responsibility and commitment to my fans grew, and even how I view myself physically. I also feel that the beautiful kind of self-love you start to develop begins to blossom and becomes more noticeable.”

To capture this more intimate side of Karol G, Costantini took a vulnerable and up-close approach, aiming to showcase both the singer’s triumphs and challenges. “Most of her fans know a lot about her public image, but not so much about the personal side. Our goal was to document the intimate moments, above all,” explained the director to Billboard Español.

“In our first meeting, she told me she wanted to show the real side of touring. [She said,] ‘I don’t want to just show the glamour, what social media portrays. I want to show the realness,’” Costantini shared. “That really surprised me as a filmmaker. It’s a dream for us as documentary filmmakers.”

At the screening, Karol G was surrounded by her closest circle, including her family and members of her team — dancers, musicians and songwriters who have supported her throughout her career. Key guests included Edgar Barrera, Keityn, DFZM, Elena Rose, Myriam Hernández and Feid.

For more red carpet interviews from the premiere, check out Billboard Latin’s social media accounts.