The Cleansing Girl returned with a tense, action-packed Season 4 premiere, “My Way,” proving as soon as once more that Thony De La Rosa is a power to be reckoned with. The episode brilliantly weaved collectively the household’s pursuit of authorized standing, cartel energy struggles, and a surprising homicide that throws Thony’s world into chaos.
The opening scene instantly units the stage for what’s at stake: the De La Rosa household sits anxiously in an immigration workplace, dealing with the interview that would lastly give them authorized standing. When requested if she’s ever been concerned in felony exercise, Thony hesitates—cue the traditional flashback construction that The Cleansing Girl executes so properly. What follows is a gripping two days that reshape Thony’s future.
Thony and Fiona, now working The Cleansing Girls cleansing service, are nonetheless making an attempt to maintain their enterprise afloat when Agent Russo unexpectedly arrives with excellent news—she has secured them “S” visas as a reward for his or her assist in taking down Ramona. However as the ladies rejoice, the viewers already is aware of hassle is brewing. Ramona, nonetheless pulling strings from jail, sends out a cryptic message hidden inside a rubbish bag, setting in movement a sequence of occasions that make it clear she’s not finished with Thony but.
“My Approach” – THE CLEANING LADY, Pictured: Elodie Yung as Thony De La Rosa. Photograph: Jeff Neumann/FOX ©2025 Fox Media LLC. All Rights Reserved. |
The episode’s most surprising second comes in the course of the household’s visa interviews. Simply as Thony begins to see a future outdoors the cartel, Agent Russo is assassinated in entrance of her in a brutal, fiery assault. It’s a gut-punch second that modifications every part—with out Russo, there aren’t any visas, and worse, it’s clear that Ramona’s individuals are coming for Thony subsequent. In a panic, she decides to flee to Cambodia with Luca, however Fiona, heartbroken and determined, begs her to remain. Finally, it’s Luca’s harmless knowledge that stops her. His easy phrases—”If you run, the bully wins”—give Thony the readability she wants. As an alternative of fleeing, she returns residence, embraces Fiona, and makes a daring transfer: confronting Ramona in jail.
The ability dynamic between Thony and Ramona is electrifying. Thony, not afraid, asserts herself, making it clear that she’s not below Ramona’s management. However Ramona, ever the strategist, provides Thony a deal: carry Jorge to see her, and he or she’ll assist with the visas. It’s a high-stakes negotiation, and Thony is aware of she’s strolling a harmful line.
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As Jorge and Thony sit down to debate Ramona’s demand, a sniper assault interrupts them, resulting in a gripping shootout. Jorge is wounded, and Thony’s medical expertise kick in as she saves his life. It’s on this second that Thony sees a chance—if Jorge trusts her sufficient to maintain him alive, possibly he’ll belief her sufficient to make her the brand new cartel physician. She makes her transfer, providing to step into the function, not simply to outlive however to regain management of her personal destiny. She is warned that working for the cartel means seeing issues she will’t unsee, however Thony has already been via the fireplace—she’s prepared.
The episode ends on a chilling be aware. As Thony drives residence, she’s stopped by Ramona’s males, who put her on a name with their imprisoned boss. Ramona reminds Thony that whereas males could sit on the throne, girls maintain the actual energy. However Thony, now absolutely embracing her energy, fires again: in her world, girls can have each. Hanging up the decision, she refuses to be intimidated.
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“My Approach“ is a stellar season opener, setting up an intense power struggle while exploring the emotional weight of Thony’s choices. It keeps the heart of the show intact—family remains the driving force behind every decision—but also reminds us that Thony is no longer just surviving. She’s taking charge, making moves, and proving that she’s just as cunning as the criminals she once feared. With new showrunners at the helm this season, there’s always a risk that a series could lose the essence of what makes it great. But if this episode is any indication, The Cleansing Girl hasn’t missed a beat. The strain, character depth, and emotional stakes are all as robust as ever, promising an exhilarating and satisfying continuation of Thony’s journey.