Milena Stars in Turma da Mônica's First Solo Comic Book in 37 Years
The character Milena has become the protagonist of the first new solo comic book title in the renowned 'Turma da Mônica' franchise in 37 years. Distributed by Panini, this debut volume hit newsstands on Monday, May 11, 2026. The cover features Milena alongside the classic main characters: Mônica, Cebolinha, Cascão, and Magali. Created in 2019, Milena is a black girl from the musical Sustenido family who moved to the fictional Limoeiro neighborhood, where she integrated with the traditional group. According to Mauricio de Sousa Produções (MSP), the new publication contains unpublished stories focusing on Milena's daily life and her family dynamics. This release marks a significant milestone for the franchise, as the last time a new solo title with a unique protagonist was launched was in 189, featuring Magali. The announcement was highlighted by a photo of 90-year-old creator Mauricio de Sousa holding the new comic, underscoring the continued evolution and diversification of one of Brazil's most beloved cultural icons.
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Milena Stars in Turma da Mônica's First Solo Comic Book in 37 Years
The character Milena has become the protagonist of the first new solo comic book title in the renowned 'Turma da Mônica' franchise in 37 years. Distributed by Panini, this debut volume hit newsstands on Monday, May 11, 2026. The cover features Milena alongside the classic main characters: Mônica, Cebolinha, Cascão, and Magali. Created in 2019, Milena is a black girl from the musical Sustenido family who moved to the fictional Limoeiro neighborhood, where she integrated with the traditional group. According to Mauricio de Sousa Produções (MSP), the new publication contains unpublished stories focusing on Milena's daily life and her family dynamics. This release marks a significant milestone for the franchise, as the last time a new solo title with a unique protagonist was launched was in 189, featuring Magali. The announcement was highlighted by a photo of 90-year-old creator Mauricio de Sousa holding the new comic, underscoring the continued evolution and diversification of one of Brazil's most beloved cultural icons.
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