Abby Bautista Plays 7-year-old Rape Victim in MMK (March 8)

ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” encourages adult TV viewers to give “SPG” or strong parental guidance to children who will watch its episode this Saturday (March 8) due to its sensitive child rape theme.

The story will feature a young girl named Jenny (to be played by Abby Bautista) who grew up craving the love and care of her working parents. Because no one’s closely looking after her welfare, Jenny is raped at the age of seven by their laundry-woman’s live-in partner.

For her to be able to overcome the mental and psychological trauma of the vicious assault, Jenny’s father entrusts Jenny to her grandparents who live far from them. How will this supposed haven of love turn into a molestation ring for Jenny?

Also part of the Emmanuel Q. Palo-directed “MMK” episode are Pen Medina, James Blanco, Lara Quigaman, Gloria Diaz, Kathleen Hermosa, and Junjun Quintana. It was written by Arah Jell Badayos, and researched by Agatha Ruadap and Michelle Joy Guerrero. “MMK” is led by business unit head Malou Santos, production manager Roda Dela Cerna, and executive producer Lindsay Anne Dizon.

Don’t miss Asia’s longest-running drama anthology, “MMK” this Saturday after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to MMK.abs-cbn.com, follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter, like Facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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Angel Locsin and Paulo Avelino Team Up for MMK (October 12)

In the continuing celebration of 60 years of ABS-CBN, “Maalaala Mo Kaya” will feature the first TV team-up of Angel Locsin and Paulo Avelino in its upcoming heavy drama love story this Saturday (October 12).

Angel will play the role of Mildred, a patient diagnosed with an extreme case of tuberculosis, while Paulo will give life to the character of a nurse named Stuart. How will Mildred and Stuart cure each other’s aching lives? Will love die when a beloved lets go and gives up on a relationship? 

Also featured in the “MMK” episode directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng are Mark Gil, Mads Nicolas, LJ Moreno, Kathleen Hermosa, Tanya Gomez, Johan Santos, Karen Dematera, Zeppi Borromeo, Mel Kemura, Maggie dela Riva and Agatha Tapan. The story was researched by Mae Rose Balanay and written by Benjamin Benson Logronio and Arah Jell Badayos. 

Don’t miss the first TV project of Angel and Paulo in Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday, after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to MMK.abs-cbn.com, follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” Facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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Rosanna Roces and Gary Estrada in a Love Affair in MMK this January 19

Award-winning actress Rosanna Roces will star in the upcoming episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (January 19). She will portray the role of Gina, a dedicated family woman, who after 36 years met her high school sweetheart Freddie (Gary Estrada).

For seven days, Gina and Freddie built happy memories and through a short span of time found out that they were still deeply in love with each other. In the end, will Gina sacrifice everything including her family just to continue her love affair with Freddie?

Aside from Rosanna and Gary, also featured in “MMK” this Saturday are Tippy Dos Santos, Benjamin de Guzman, Kristel Fulgar, Marlann Flores, Marki Stroem, Kathleen Hermosa, Beauty Gonzales, and Gail Garcia. The story was researched by Akeem Jordan del Rosario, written by Benson Logronio, and directed by Raz de la Torre. 

Don’t miss another heartwarming family drama “MMK” episode 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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Sam Milby and Empress Topbill Wansapanataym Christmas Special this November 17

Rockoustic heartthrob Sam Milby gives an early gift this Saturday (November 17) as he teaches everyone the importance of family in the Christmas countdown special of ABS-CBN’s top-rating fantasy-drama anthology “Wansapantaym.” 

In the ‘I’ll Be Home for Christmas’ episode, Sam will portray the role of Carl, a young man who wants to forget the memories of his family. Because of his bitterness over his past, Carl has decided to sell the house that he inherited from his parents as tries to turn his back on them. Will Carl finally learn to forgive and open his heart once again when several strangers make him realize the importance of family? 

Together with Sam in the ‘I’ll Be Home for Christmas’ episode are Empress, Kathleen Hermosa, Alex Castro, Joonee Gamboa, JM Briones, Nathaniel Britt, Annica Tindoy, Susan Campos, and Giovannie Baldesseri. It was written by Noreen Capili, and directed by Malu Sevilla. 

Don’t miss the Christmas special of CMMA Best Children and Youth Program, “Wansapanataym” this Saturday, after “Kapamilya: Deal or No Deal” on ABS-CBN. 

Photo courtesy of Drix Salazar

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Precious Hearts Romances (PHR) Paraiso Full Trailer, Unveiled

ABS-CBN has released the official full trailer for the 17th installment of Precious Hearts Romances entitled Paraiso. Previously titled Isla, PHR Paraiso is topbilled by Jessy Mendiola, Matteo Guidicelli, Jewel Mische and Matt Evans.

Paraiso tells the story of two strangers, Brennan (Matteo) and Yani (Jessy), who get stranded on an island after their ship gets wrecked. Romance blooms between them as they spend time alone on the island, but the two strangers are not without their respective baggage from the "real world." Brennan is married to his dedicated wife Megan (Jewel), while Yani's childhood best friend Justin (Matt) has untold feelings for the young woman. The romance that grows between Yani and Brennan will set off a series of twists and conflicts after the two gets back to their own lives in Manila.

Also starring Arron Villaflor, Alex Castro, Dionne Monsanto and Kathleen Hermosa and under the direction of Rechie del Carmen, Nico Hernandez and Connie Macatuno, PHR Paraiso is expected to premiere this November 5 replacing PHR Pintada on Kapamilya Gold.

Watch the full trailer of PHR Paraiso below:

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