Rica Peralejo is a Young Mom, Widow in MMK Mother's Day Special (May 11)

Asia’s longest running drama anthology “Maalaala Mo Kaya” celebrates Mother’s Day this Saturday (May 11) as it shares the touching story of a young mom and widow named Minda who will be portrayed by actress Rica Peralejo. 

Because of poverty, Minda decided to leave her children with her in-laws in order to work and save enough money for their future. After many years, Minda finally had the guts to return to her sons and daughters, only to find out that they were maltreated by her late husband’s family. How can she erase the painful experiences that her children went through? Will a mother’s unconditional love be enough to make up for all of her shortcomings in the past years?

Also joining Rica in “MMK’s” Mother’s Day special are Cris Villanueva, Pamu Pamorada, Celine Lim, Dexter Doria, Allen Dizon, Deydey Amansec, Carlo Lacana, Benjamin de Guzman, Anja Aguilar, Johan Santos, Gemmae Custodio, Liz Alindogan, and Aloysius Noronia. It was researched by Akkem Jordan Del Rosario, written by Arah Jell Badayos, and directed by Raz de la Torre. 

Don’t miss another memorable heavy family drama episode of “MMK” this Saturday, after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, and follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter and visit the official Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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Aiko Melendez and Jomari Yllana Reunited on MMK this May 5

Former sweethearts Aiko Melendez and Jomari Yllana prove that true love waits in a special episode of “Maalala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (May 5) as they portray the characters of Mariz and Nonit, whose feelings for each other both tried to stand the test of time.

Despite finally meeting her 'one great love,' Mariz had to let Nonit go because she has to fulfill her promise to her siblings that she will not get married unless all of them have already graduated from college. After parting ways, Mariz found out that Nonit got married. Since she could not imagine herself to be with any other guy, Mariz remained single even after her siblings have already graduated. Just when Mariz thought she was meant to be an old maid, fate will let her meet Nonit again. After so many years, has their love for each other remained?

Together with Aiko and Jomari in the "MMK" episode are Bernadette Allyson, Dexter Doria, Daria Ramirez, Debraliz, Bodjie Pascua, Yda Yaneza, Nene Tamayo, DM Sevilla, Jessica Connely, Buddy Palad, and Koreen Medina. It was researched by Alexandra Mae Martin, written by Joan Habana, and directed by Don Cuaresma.

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.

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