Princess and I Tops TV Ratings, Mikay's Big Reveal as Yangdon Princess Nearing

With the much anticipated ‘royal revelation’ of Kathryn Bernardo’s character in “Princess and I,” ABS-CBN’s first royal teleserye continues to reign in the Primetime Bida block. 

Based on the data of Kantar Media last Tuesday (September 4), “Princess and I” once again made it on the top spot of the most watched TV shows in the country with its 37.4% national TV ratings, or almost 21 points ahead versus its rival show in GMA, “Luna Blanca” which only got 16.6%. 

Now that Esme (Sharmaine Suarez) is sure that Dinoy (Dominic Ochoa) was the man who found the lost princess of Yangdon, will she finally reveal the truth to King Anand (Albert Martinez)? What are Ashi Behati’s (Gretchen Barretto) wicked plans against Mikay (Kathryn)? 

Don’t miss “Princess and I,” weeknights, after TV Patrol, on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida. Don’t miss the bigger revelations in “Princess and I” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on Primetime Bida.

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Mikay's Big Reveal as Yangdon Princess Draws Near

ABS-CBN’s primetime princess Kathryn Bernardo has confessed that she was initially intimidated by the regal presence of award-winning actress Gretchen Barretto in their ‘royal teleserye,’ “Princess and I.”

Kathryn admitted that she was so starstrucked when she had her first scenes with Gretchen, now popularly known as ‘Ashi Behati,’ the despicable mother of Dasho Jao (Enrique Gil).

“I was nervous while doing our sole scene in Bhutan and even until our initial takes here in the Philippines. I was really tensed to work with Ms. Gretchen. Everyone in the set is mesmerized by her beauty,” said Kathryn, who later on realized how fun-loving La Greta is behind the cameras. “She is so cool in the set. She always wants all of us to be happy while working.”

As Kathryn and Gretchen get along well off-screen, the conflict between their characters in the drama series builds up. “Now that the revelation about Mikay’s ‘royal identity’ draws near, I’ll have more scenes with Ashi Behati that the viewers should watch out for,” shared Kathryn.

Can Ashi Behati still prevent everyone from knowing that Mikay is the long lost princess of the Kingdom of Yangdon? What will King Anand (Albert Martinez) do when he finds out that Behati was the mastermind of the accident that killed her queen and endangered her beloved princess?

Don’t miss Mikay’s royal tale in “Princess and I” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on Primetime Bida. For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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Ashi Behati's Arrival Marks Historic 40.6% Rating for Princess and I

Award-winning actress Gretchen Barreto proves that she deserves to be the queen in ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida royal teleserye “Princess and I” as the arrival of her character Ashi Behati in the Philippines marked the program’s highest national TV rating of 40.6%, based on the data of Kantar Media.

The episode last Monday (June 25) stirred up a lot of excitement among avid TV viewers with Ashi Behati’s yet-to-be-revealed effect on Mikay’s (Kathryn Bernardo) life and on her relationship with her ‘princes’ Kiko (Khalil Ramos), Gino (Daniel Padilla), and Ashi’s only son, Dasho Jao (Enrique Gil).

Now that Mikay agreed to be the second assistant of Jao’s mother, what trials willl she experience in the hands of Ashi Behati? Will the Yangdon royalty succeed in taking down the girl who has captured her son’s heart? Or will Mikay’s unique charm be able to win Ashi’s heart?

What will be Ashi Behati’s role in Mikay’s life–a friend of a foe? Discover the answer in the continuation of Mikay’s royal tale in “Princess and I” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on Primetime Bida. For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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Christian Bautista Joins the Cast of Princess and I

Asiansation Christian Bautista returns to acting via ABS-CBN's royal teleserye, Princess and I. Christian plays the role of Priam in the hit primetime series topbilled by Kathryn Bernardo, Albert Martinez, Daniel Padilla, Enrique Gil, Khalil Ramos and Gretchen Barretto.

After singing the theme song for Princess and I entitled Nag-Iisang Bituin (watch the official music video here), he's now a part of the cast.

Christian's last acting assignment in the local scene was Kampanerang Kuba in 2005 where he played Lorenzo, one of Anne Curtis' leading men. Last year, Christian did a movie in Indonesia titled Jayden's Choir and also starred in the award-winning pan-Asian TV series, The Kitchen Musical.

Christian Bautista's role in Princess and I is somewhat villainous since Priam is a rebel of the Kingdom of Yangdon. Christian donned a long hair for his role. He will be reunited with The Kitchen Musical co-star Art Acuña who plays one of the king's adviser in the ABS-CBN series.

Priam had a past with Ashi Behati played by Gretchen Barretto. In one of the flashbacks, Priam was the one who rescued Behati after the attack on their village which killed his father.

Meanwhile, Christian Bautista will be having a TV special in celebration of his 10th year anniversary in showbiz. Titled The Way You Look At Me, the Christian Bautista 10th anniversary special will air this July 8 on ABS-CBN Sunday's Best.

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Ashi Behati's Visit in Manila Stirred Reactions from Fans

Amid the huge following of the hit love quadrangle happening among the teen cast of ABS-CBN’s top-rating primetime series “Princess and I,” TV viewers cannot help but notice the regal presence of the show’s villainess, Ashi Behati, portrayed by award-winning actress Gretchen Barreto.

La Greta recently claimed the spotlight as she stirred up strong emotions among the loyal followers of “Princess and I” since her character arrived in the Philippines to check on her son Dasho Jao, played by young actor Enrique Gil.

Behati’s surprise visit to Manila was such a hit among viewers that it generated various reactions via Twitter –

“‏@DJKathXstrology: Go Ashi Behati! Ilayo mo si Jao kay Mikay;” “‏@fontanillakat: I smell something fishy with the alliance of Ashi Behati and Gino’s Mom;” “@ellalaaaaaaa: I’m excited to see Gretchen dressing-up, abandoning her Yangdon costume! She is surely stunning;” and “‏@MaxineFernandez: Welcome to the Philippines Ashi Behati! I love you so much. Salamat naman at dumating ka na!” 

Being showbiz’ queen of high fashion and reminiscent of her “Magkaribal” days, fans of the “Princess and I” are already anticipating for the trends that Gretchen will come up with as Ashi Behati dons her ‘Manila royalty look’ in the next weeks to come.

What will be Ashi Behati’s role in Jao and Mikay’s (Kathryn Bernardo) love story—will she prevent her son from falling in love for a Filipino commoner or will Mikay’s good influence on Jao earn Behati’s approval? But how will Behati react once she finds out that Mikay, the girl who her son loves so much, is the long lost princess of Yangdon whom she once attempted to get rid off?

Like its story that gets more compelling night after night, the national TV ratings of “Princess And I” continues to leave the competition behind. Based on the combined average of nationwide urban and rural ratings of Kantar Media last June 20, it garnered 39.1% national TV ratings compared to its rival program in GMA, “Luna Blanca” which only got 15.7%, registering a 23.4 difference. The show remains the top 2 most watched TV program in the Philippines, next to “Walang Hanggan.”

Continue to follow the royal tale of Mikay in “Princess and I” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on Primetime Bida. For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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ABS-CBN Princess and I Characters Trailer

The Princess has arrived!

Once upon a time in Manila or Yangdon, Princess and I uncovers a modern fairy tale on TV. Starring Albert Martinez (King Anand), Gretchen Barretto (Ashi Behati), Khalil Ramos (Kiko), Daniel Padilla (Gino), Enrique Gil (Dasho Jao) and Kathryn Bernardo (Princess Mikay), Princess and I premiere this April 16 on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida replacing E-boy.

See the official poster and full trailer of Princess and I.

Get to know the characters of Princess and I before they arrive on our TV screens the 16th of April.

Albert Martinez as King Anand

Gretchen Barretto as Ashi Behati

Enrique Gil as Dasho Jao

Khalil Ramos as Kiko

Daniel Padilla as Gino

Kathryn Bernardo as Princess Mikay (Maria Mikaela Maghirang)

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