Joaquín Archivaldo Guzmán Loera, popularly known as "El Chapo," is a Mexican drug lord and former leader of the Sinaloa Cartel. His life story has been portrayed in various forms of media, including the hit Netflix series "Narcos: Mexico" and "El Chapo" (also known as "El Chapo: El Jefe de los jefes").
The El Chapo series offers a glimpse into the life of one of the most notorious figures in modern crime history. His story serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of a life of crime and the devastating impact of the drug trade on individuals, communities, and society as a whole.
El Chapo was recaptured in 2016 and extradited to the United States in 2017. He was put on trial in New York City, where he was convicted of multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit murder, drug trafficking, and money laundering.
Born in 1954 in La Tuna, Badiraguato, Sinaloa, El Chapo grew up in a poor farming family. He dropped out of school in the third grade and began working in the local marijuana fields. His involvement in the drug trade started as a teenager, and he quickly rose through the ranks, earning the respect and fear of his peers.
El Chapo took over the Sinaloa Cartel in the 1980s, after the arrest of its previous leader, Héctor Luis Palma Salazar. Under his leadership, the cartel expanded its operations, and El Chapo became known for his cunning, ruthlessness, and ability to evade law enforcement.
The series, available in dual audio 1080p, takes viewers on a thrilling ride through El Chapo's journey from a humble beginnings in the Sierra Madre mountains of Sinaloa, Mexico, to becoming one of the most powerful and feared drug lords in the world.