André Lamoglia gains 3.6 million followers with Profeta in Os Donos do Jogo on Netflix
André Lamoglia, a 28-year-old actor born in Rio de Janeiro, plays the bicheiro Profeta in the series Os Donos do Jogo, released by Netflix on October 29, 2025. The production, directed by Heitor Dhalia, explores disputes over control of the game in the capital of Rio de Janeiro, with Lamoglia at the center of the plot as an ambitious outsider who quickly rises in the underworld. The character, who arrives from the countryside to fight for power between rival families, has generated repercussions on social media, where the actor has more than 3.6 million followers.
The series, with eight episodes, marks Lamoglia’s return to national productions after international successes. He shares the screen with Mel Maia, who plays Mirna Guerra, his romantic partner in the story. The chemistry between the two has boosted views, placing the plot in the top 2 of non-English series on the global platform.
Lamoglia began his career influenced by his brother Victor Lamoglia, an actor known for his appearances on Globo’s Zorra Total. At the age of 10, he was already acting in commercials and children’s theater.
Rise in international streaming
The debut in Os Donos do Jogo represents a milestone for Lamoglia in Brazil. Previously, he gained global prominence with the role of Iván Carvalho in the Spanish series Elite, between 2018 and 2021. The character, a bisexual student involved in a love triangle, earned the actor nominations in Latin awards and expanded his fan base in Europe.
In Elite, Lamoglia starred alongside Manu Rios and Arón Piper, in scenes that addressed themes such as identity and relationships. The experience prepared him for more complex roles, such as Prophet, which requires layers of strategy and vulnerability.
Trajectory since childhood
Born in 1997, Lamoglia grew up in Rio accompanying his brother on film sets. At the age of 12, he joined the cast of Segredos de Justiça, in the second season shown by Globo in 2016. Two years later, he starred in Detetives do Prédio Azul, a children’s series that mixed mystery and humor.
- Participation in commercials for brands such as Nestlé and Tim at age 10.
- Studies at a drama school in Rio de Janeiro.
- First film auditions in 2015, rejected due to age.
These initial steps built his versatility, leading him to projects such as Juacas, on Disney Channel, in 2017. Recorded in Bahia, the series about surfers projected him into Latin America, airing in more than 20 countries.
Involvement in fashion and advertising
Lamoglia balances acting with work on advertising campaigns. He has posed for brands such as Calvin Klein and H&M, standing out in men’s fashion editorials. In 2023, he was part of a global Netflix campaign for Elite, which included promotional trips to Spain.
The actor also participates in fashion events in Rio, such as São Paulo Fashion Week, where he showed in 2024. His presence in these areas reinforces his multifaceted image, attracting partnerships with talent agencies.
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In addition, Lamoglia maintains a physical training routine, shared on social networks, which attracts endorsements from sports brands. This diversification sustains his career amid breaks between recordings.
Chemistry in the cast of Os Donos do Jogo
The partnership with Mel Maia as Mirna has been praised by critics. The romantic scenes, including a deleted sequence released by Netflix on November 11, show intense statements between the characters. The plot uses the relationship to explore family tensions in the animal game.
Other actors, such as Juliana Paes and Chico Diaz, form the main nucleus. Paes plays a strategic leader, while Diaz plays an experienced patriarch. Lamoglia described the recordings as challenging,with locations in Rio favelas for authenticity.
Behind the scenes and production challenges
Recording Os Donos do Jogo required physical preparation and research into organized crime. Lamoglia visited communities in Rio to understand the local accent and gestures. A scene in the warehouse, filmed while he was recovering from the flu, required six takes.
Heitor Dhalia, director of films such as Serra Pelada, opted for a young cast to renew the crime genre. Filming took place between March and August 2025, with post-production accelerated for release.
The series addresses real rivalries in Jogo do Bicho, without glorifying violence. Prophet, with his cunning, represents the new generation in a traditional world.
Family and personal influences
Victor Lamoglia, older brother, influenced André’s entry into the profession. Victor acted in soap operas such as Ti Ti Ti and comedy programs on Globo in the 2000s. The two share tips about auditions, but maintain independent careers.
Lamoglia credits his family with his initial support, including his mother, who took him to theater classes. Without public relationships, he focuses on projects, although rumors with Jade Picon have been circulating since photos on Barra da Tijuca beach.
