La Fea Mas Bella was produced under the higher profile and presitgious Univision and Televisa labels; unlike the original which was produced by Colombia's RCN which is barely known outside Colombia. Mexican version had a budget that dimmed the original and the Mexican actors, which enjoy EXTREME popularity all over Latin America dwarfed the acting of the original cast. This is not meant to be mean---it is only an honest and experienced assessment. The Mexican version incorporates Angelica Valle, Angelica Maria, Jaime Camil, Jose Jose and Niurka--all of whom enjoy stardom through Latin America, the United States and Spain.