Galema: Anak ni Zuma to Shock Viewers on March 28 Finale Episode

ABS-CBN’s top-rating afternoon drama series, “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” will give an action-packed and highly emotional finale that will make viewers love Galema (played by Andi Eigemann) even more.

Since it premiered on September 30, 2013, “Galema” has gotten TV viewers hooked on the charming tale of the good-hearted lass Galema, who was born with twin snakes attached to her neck.

Over the past six months, afternoon viewers joined Galema’s bitter-sweet journey–from her sheltered childhood to her battle with her beastly father Zuma (Derick Hubalde), her marriage with Morgan (Matteo Guidicelli), and up to now that her daughter Sophia is missing.

As the Wenn V. Deramas-directed series nears its end, one mysterious amulet will have the power to end all the harm affecting Galema’s family.

What will Galema do when two of her beloved get in the middle of her ultimate war against Zuma? In the end, will Galema realize her dream of giving her loved ones a complete and normal family?

“Galema: Anak ni Zuma,” which is based on the popular Pinoy comic book series written by Jim Fernandez, is a special offering of ABS-CBN – the true home of hit Pinoy classics – to afternoon TV viewers as part of the grand celebration of 60 years of Philippine television and the continuing tradition of sharing well-loved comic tales that widened the imagination of Filipinos and reflected Filipino culture.

Also featured in “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” are Sunshine Cruz, Sheryl Cruz, Carlos Morales, Divina Valencia, Lito Legaspi, Joey Paras, Dante Ponce, Bryan Santos, and Meg Imperial.

Don’t miss the captivating finale of “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” on March 28 (Friday) after “Kapamilya Blockbusters” in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold.

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Galema: Anak ni Zuma Pilot Episode Wins Nationwide; Beats Pyra: Babaeng Apoy

ABS-CBN’s newest afternoon fantasy series “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” charmed TV viewers when it premiered last Monday (September 30) with a 16.6% national TV rating, according to the latest data of Kantar Media.

The new series topbilled by Andi Eigenmann and directed by ‘Master Storyteller’ and box-office director Wenn V. Deramas beat GMA 7′s ““Pyra Babaeng Apoy,” which only rated 8.3%.

“Galema: Anak ni Zuma,” which is based on the longest-running Pinoy comic book series written by Jim Fernandez, is a special offering of ABS-CBN–the true home of hit Pinoy classics–to afternoon TV viewers as part of the grand celebration of 60 years of Philippine television and the continuing tradition of sharing well-loved komiks tales that widened the imagination and reflected the true Filipino culture.

How can the good-hearted Galema live a normal life with twin snakes attached to her neck? Will the curse that she inherited from her beastly father, Zuma alienate her even more from her family?

Also featured in “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” are Matteo Guidicelli, Meg Imperial, Sunshine Cruz, Sheryl Cruz, Carlos Morales, Divina Valencia, Lito Legaspi, and introducing Derick Hubalde as Zuma and Brenna Garcia as the young Galema.

Continue to discover the captivating charm of “Galema: Anak ni Zuma,” weekdays asfter “Kapamilya Blockbusters” in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. For more updates about “Galema: Anak ni Zuma,” visit the show’s official social networking sites: Facebook.com/galemaofficial and Twitter.com/galemaofficial

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Galema: Anak ni Zuma Premieres September 30 on ABS-CBN Kapamilya Gold

Galema is an exciting series that will keep afternoon viewers awake.

This was the promise made by ‘Master Storyteller’ and box-office director Wenn V. Deramas in the nearing premiere of his television masterpiece, “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” starring Kapamilya actress Andi Eigenmann.

“Galema: Anak ni Zuma” is a special offering of ABS-CBN–the true home of hit Pinoy classics–to afternoon TV viewers as part of the grand celebration of 60 years of Philippine television and the continuing tradition of sharing well-loved komiks tales that widened the imagination and reflected the true Filipino culture.

Based on the longest-running Pinoy komiks series written by Jim Fernandez, “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” is an extraordinary tale about family and love. It will revolve around the life of a good-hearted young lady named Galema (Andi) who was born with twin snakes attached to her neck, a curse that she inherited from her beastly father Zuma.

How far will an extra-ordinary lady go to win the love of her family and earn the respect of the people around her?

Joining Andi in “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” are Matteo Guidicelli, Meg Imperial, Sunshine Cruz, Sheryl Cruz, Carlos Morales, Divina Valencia, Lito Legaspi, and introducing Derick Hubalde as Zuma.

Discover the captivating charm of “Galema: Anak ni Zuma,” to premiere on September 30 (Monday) in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold.

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Galema: Anak ni Zuma Premieres this September on ABS-CBN

How far will an extra-ordinary lady go to win the love of her family and earn the respect of the people around her?

This is the struggle that Kapamilya actress Andi Eigenmann’s character, Galema, faces in the highly anticipated TV remake of one of the most-loved Pinoy komiks characters–”Galema: Anak ni Zuma.”

Born with twin snakes attached to her neck, Galema (Andi) is just like ordinary kids who seek for the love and acceptance of their families.

This September, in continuing celebration of 60 years of Philippine TV, ABS-CBN will bring back the journey of a good-hearted young lady who inherited the curse of her beastly father Zuma (Derick Hubalde).

“Galema: Anak ni Zuma” is based on the hit serialized Pinoy komiks tale of Jim Fernandez that was popularized on the big screen in 1985 in the movie starred by actress Snooky Serna.

Is there a chance for someone extraordinary like Galema to live an ‘ordinary’ life? How important is a family’s love for a girl who seeks for nothing but the acceptance of the world where she lives in?

Joining Andi in “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” are Matteo Guidicelli, Meg Imperial, Sunshine Cruz, Sheryl Cruz, Carlos Morales, Divina Valencia, Lito Legaspi, and introducing Derick Hubalde as Zuma. “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” is directed by award-winning and box-office director Wenn V. Deramas.

Discover the captivating beauty of “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” this September in ABS-CBN. Watch the teaser here.

For more updates about “Galema: Anak ni Zuma,” visit the show’s official social networking sites: Facebook.com/galemaofficial and Twitter.com/galemaofficial

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Galema, Anak ni Zuma Teleserye Official Teaser; Andi Eigenmann and Matteo Guidicelli Reunited

Check out the official teaser of ABS-CBN's Galema: Anak ni Zuma topbilled by Andi Eigenmann. Andi will again give life to another komiks classic Galema, the daughter of Zuma, who is  known for having a two-headed snake wrapped around her shoulders.

Anak ni Zuma, penned by Jim Fernandez was serialized by Aliwan Komiks from 1976 to 1984 and was adapted in a 1985 movie starring Snooky Serna as Galema and Max Laurel as the evil Zuma.

ABS-CBN's remake of Galema: Anak ni Zuma is directed by Wenn V. Deramas and also stars Sheryl Cruz, Sunshine Cruz, Carlos Morales, Meg Imperial, Kit Thompson, Lito Legaspi, Divina Valencia, Derick Hubalde as Zuma and Matteo Guidicelli as Galema's love interest.

Watch the teaser of Galema: Anak ni Zuma below.

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Coco Martin and Jodi Sta. Maria on MMK this September 1

TV viewers will once again witness the highly praised “Maalaala Mo Kaya” episode topbilled by “Walang Hanggan” lead star Coco Martin and “Be Careful With My Heart” heroine Jodi Sta. Maria this Saturday (September 1).

In the story, Coco portrayed the role of Ramon, an underground boxer who grew up as a battered child. At the time when Ramon has decided to change his way of living, unfortunate events forced him to commit crimes which enraged his family. 

Together with Coco and Jodi in the episode are Philip Nolasco, BJ Forbes, Celine Lim, Veyda Innoval, Michael Roy Jornales, Carlos Morales, Levi Ignacio, Andrei Garcia, Aleck Bovick, and Mike Lloren. It was researched by Alex Martin, written by Benson Logronio and directed by Dado Lumibao. 

Don’t miss another remarkable TV master piece this Saturday in “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK), after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, follow MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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Jane Oineza Happy that Her Controversial MMK Episode Finally Made it to TV

Ex-“Goin’ Bulilit” child star Jane Oineza is finally relieved now that her much talked about episode in ABS-CBN’s drama anthology, “Maalaala Mo Kaya” was approved for airing this Saturday (June 30). The ‘Cursed Beauty’ episode of “MMK” that deals with teen rape, is Jane’s first-ever starring role on TV.

“I literally jumped for joy upon knowing that it’s finally airing!” said Jane. “Prior the confirmation, I was praying hard about it. That’s why I was so glad when I heard the news that the viewers can finally see it.”

Jane shared that just like the rest of the viewers who saw the teaser, she was anxious but intrigued with the story of Nene when she was offered with the role. She said, “At first, I was nervous to do it. But after reading the script, I was certain that I wanted to play the part. I knew I was ready for a challenging role like Nene.”

When asked about what can the curious viewers expect this Saturday, Jane simply gave hint out an open-ended thought. “Through Nene’s lifestory, I realized that we should not let our suffering rule our life. It should teach us not to give up,” she said.

Jane’s “MMK” episode was recently given the go-signal by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) after its original June 2 airing was postponed due to its sensitive content that earned it an X-rating. ‘Cursed Beauty’ now has a rating of “SPG” or “strong parental guidance” after being thoroughly reviewed by the agency.

Together with Jane in the “MMK” episode are Angel Aquino, Carlos Morales, RS Francisco, Vangie Labalan, Ana Abad Santos, Archie Alemania, Gerald Madrid, Jacko Benin, Kyline Alcantara, Liz Alindogan, Jesette Prospero, Minco Fabregas, and Elaine Quemuel. It was researched by Mae Rose Balanay, written by Benson Logronio, and directed by Nuel Naval.

Unravel the touching tale of Nene in another remarkable TV masterpiece this Saturday in the longest running drama anthology of Asia, “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK), after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, follow MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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MMK 'Cursed Beauty' Episode Starring Jane Oineza Finally Airs this June 30

ABS-CBN was finally given the go-signal by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) to air the controversial Maalaala Mo Kaya episode that deals with the story of a teenage girl who was repeatedly raped, once even at the sight of her own mother. The episode will air this Saturday (June 30).

From the previously obtained X-rating, the ‘Cursed Beauty’ episode was granted by the MTRCB with a rating of ‘SPG’ or ‘strong parental guidance.’ The ‘SPG’ rating was given to the show after being thoroughly reviewed by the agency since its June 2 airing was postponed.

Former Goin’ Bulilit child star Jane Oineza portrays the 15-year-old girl named Nene who was recurrently raped by her stepfather. But her world drastically changed when her mother even assisted her live-in partner in the act of rape. Since then, Nene cursed the ‘beauty’ that she possesses. How can someone who lost her self-respect regain her love for herself?

Together with Jane in the MMK episode are Angel Aquino, Carlos Morales, RS Francisco, Vangie Labalan, Ana Abad Santos, Archie Alemania, Gerald Madrid, Jacko Benin, Kyline Alcantara, Liz Alindogan, Jesette Prospero, Minco Fabregas, and Elaine Quemuel. It was researched by Mae Rose Balanay, written by Benson Logronio, and directed by Nuel Naval.

Witness the touching tale of Nene in another remarkable TV masterpiece this Saturday in the longest running drama anthology of Asia, Maalaala Mo Kaya (MMK), after Wansapanataym on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, follow MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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MMK Episode Starring Jane Oineza Postponed Until MTRCB's Go Signal

The MMK episode starring Jane Oineza will not air this Saturday, June 2 following a pending review by MTRCB. The said episode will be shown on national TV once MTRCB gives it's go signal.

A short statement was released via MMK's official Facebook and Twitter accounts confirming the hold issued by MTRCB for the said controversial MMK episode. The statement says:

"Kapamilya, ABS-CBN has postponed the airing of this week's episode of 'Maalala Mo Kaya' pending a review by the MTRCB. We will be airing it once MTRCB gives the green light."

The MMK episode of Jane Oineza is about a cursed beauty - a teenage girl who was repeatedly raped by his stepfather and at one time in front of her own mother. This controversial and sensitive plot may have caused its hold that even its trailer and promotional photos posted on MMK's official Facebook page was removed.

The MMK episode stars Jane Oineza, Angel Aquino, Carlos Morales, Rs Francisco, Vangie Labalan, Ana Abad Santos, Archie Alemania, Gerald, Jacko Benin, Kyline Alcantara, Liz Alindogan, Jesette Prospero, Minco, and Elaine Quemuel. It was researched by Mae Rose Balanay, written by Benson Logronio, and directed by Nuel Naval.

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Jane Oineza is a Rape Victim in MMK this June 2

Beauty is a blessing for most women, but not for Nene, who because of her beautiful face and body was sexually abused several times, it brought her to misfortunes. Nene’s life story will be featured in “Maalala Mo Kaya" this Saturday (June 2) topbilled by former “Goin’ Bulilit” child star Jane Oineza.

At the young age of 15, Nene (Jane) was recurrently raped by her stepfather. But her world drastically changed when her mother even assisted her live-in partner in the act of rape. Since then, Nene cursed the ‘beauty’ that she possesses. How can someone who lost her self-respect regain her love for herself?

Together with Jane in the "MMK" episode are Angel Aquino, Carlos Morales, Rs Francisco, Vangie Labalan, Ana Abad Santos, Archie Alemania, Gerald, Jacko Benin, Kyline Alcantara, Liz Alindogan, Jesette Prospero, Minco, and Elaine Quemuel. It was researched by Mae Rose Balanay, written by Benson Logronio, and directed by Nuel Naval.

Don’t miss another remarkable TV masterpiece this Saturday in the longest running drama anthology of Asia, “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK), after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, follow MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” www.faceboook.com/MMKOfficial.

Text and photos by ABS-CBN MMK

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