After Márcia Cabrita's death, Cláudia Jimenez accepted the invitation to return to the franchise but exited the film right before shooting commenced due to creative differences. She stated she hadn't gotten over her feelings after leaving the show in 1998. Cacau Protásio was then cast to replace her.
Aracy Balabanian's short participation was due to other commitments she was involved in at the time. Her notable absence in some scenes was used as a joke in the film.
Actor Luis Gustavo almost had to back out of the project at the last minute due to health issues, but decided to stay after being given less scenes.