Noa Kirel in trouble? The Screenwriters Guild against the new series

The Screenwriters Guild has expressed support for screenwriter Rotem Carmeli, who claims that Noa Kirel's new series, "Mírame Así," is based on her work "Facu Yeah." The Guild issued an unusual statement expressing difficulty in congratulating the production amid a copyright lawsuit filed by Carmeli in the Tel Aviv District Court, demanding 2.6 million shekels. The Guild is considering involving international bodies.

The Screenwriters Guild has come out against Noa Kirel's new series, "Mírame Así," which was filmed in Argentina. The Guild issued an unusual statement saying, "Usually we would welcome any new Israeli creation, especially one that generates international interest. But in this case, it is difficult for us to congratulate." The background: screenwriter Rotem Carmeli filed a lawsuit in April 2025 for 2.6 million shekels in the Tel Aviv District Court against producer Yair Dori and others. She claims the production uses content she developed as part of a work called "Facu Yeah," including a series concept, plot summary, character descriptions, and a script for the pilot episode. The court has not yet ruled on the lawsuit. The Guild clarifies it is not determining the outcome of the proceedings but seeks to raise the issue of protecting creators. The organization is exploring the possibility of involving parallel bodies worldwide.