Shakira sends heartfelt message to Sofia Vergara as 'Griselda' premieres

Sofia Vergara has emerged as one of Hollywood's most influential Latinx figures in recent months after showcasing her powerful voice. And behind the silver screen, the 51-year-old continues to be a huge hit.

In her latest role as Griselda Blanco, the Colombian actress' new show 'Griselda' has been tipped to take Netflix by storm just as 'Narcos' did nine years ago.

The actress was personally fascinated with the true story of the Colombian drug trafficker who oversaw the sale of cocaine in Miami in the 1970s and 80s.

She was head of the Medellin cartel, as well as being Pablo Escobar's mentor, and as Vergara herself acknowledges, it was a role that took her by "surprise" after her previous work playing characters in light-hearted sitcoms.

"You always think someone who is not an actress is going to arrive and be a little lost or out of tune, but she [Griselda] is super professional, very beautiful," Vergara said in an interview with journalist Carlos Ochoa.

And another Colombian star, singer Shakira, reached out to give an emotional message to Vergara ahead of the premiere.

"Hi Sofi, congratulations on your new show 'Griselda', I'll be seeing you this Thursday, a kiss," she said in a video clip on social media.

Shakira joined by other stars

It wasn't only Shakira who decided to get in touch with Vergara. The 'Modern Family' favorite received compliments from a host of celebrities in the world of acting after her impressive performance.

Karol G, via her official Instagram account Karol G, thanked Vergara for the opportunity to be part of the popular series and praised the protagonist for the overall production of the series.

"Happy and excited to see me again with this team that received me with so much love, that taught me so much and with whom I spent such incredible days," she wrote.

"Sofia, thank you for the invitation. It is an honor to join you in this project and I wish you all the success in the world."