Xian Lim, Bangs Garcia in MMK Valentine Special (February 15)

Hunk actor Xian Lim and Bangs Garcia will star in the Valentine special of ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (February 15). Xian will play the role of Maynard, the playboy who captures the heart of Zandrae (Bangs), a girl who grew up with a lot of insecurities due to her dark skin tone and unsupportive family.

Feeling loved and valued by Maynard, Zandrae will let her world around him. What will Zandrae do when she discovers that the guy she loves is just playing with her? 

Also part of the upcoming “MMK” episode are Nadia Montenegro, Joyce So, David Chua, Louella de Cordova, Justin Gonzales, Ben Isaac, Deniesse Aguilar, Hannah Flores, Helga Krapf and Kazel Kinouchi. The Garry Fernando-directed episode is written by Benson Logronio and Arah Jell Badayos, and researched by Akeem del Rosario. 

“MMK” is led by business unit head Malou Santos, production manager Roda Dela Cerna, and executive producer Lindsay Anne Dizon. Don’t miss the Valentine special of “MMK” this Saturday (February 15) after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN.

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Julia Montes Plays Underage Prostitute in MMK this March 9

Before her highly anticipated grand debut celebration this month, Kapamilya teen actress Julia Montes will give viewers an early birthday treat via her upcoming “Maalaala Mo Kaya” episode, where she will portray the role of Diana, a 15-year-old dancer-prostitute.

“When I learned that I’ve got a new ‘MMK’ project, I wanted to start taping immediately. Then when I knew about the story, I got more excited to do it because it’s a chance to show the TV viewers a different side of me,” said Julia. “At first, I wondered how can I portray the role since it’s really different and mature. But I accepted the challenge.”

Together with Julia in the “MMK” episode this Saturday (March 9) are Kiko Estrada, Daisy Reyes, Mike Lloren, Giselle Sanchez, Wendy Valdez, Kazel Kinouchi, Madz Nicolas, Glenda Garcia, Joe Vargas and Alexa Ilacad. It was researched by Akeem Jordan del Rosario, written by Enrique S. Villasis, and directed by Ted Boborol.

Don’t miss Julia’s challenging portrayal in the heavy 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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MMK August 4 Episode Deals with A 70-Year Old Lolo Jessie Who Chose Dogs Over His Family

Maalaala Mo Kaya presents a special heartwarming ‘love story’ this Saturday (August 4) of a 70-year-old man named Lolo Jessie (Nanding Josef) and his pet dogs Simba and Brownie, who taught him the meaning of a true family. 

Although grateful for his nephew who let him stayed with his family, Lolo Jessie had no choice but to leave because his nephew’s wife was not in favor of having dogs in their house. Lolo Jessie loved Simba and Bownie so much that he cannot abandon them and even promised to take care of them for the remaining years of his life. 

Together with Nanding in the “MMK” episode are Dingdong Avanzado, Jessa Zaragosa, Maliksi Morales, Jao Mapa, Liza Lorena, Keana Reeves, and Kazel Kinouchi. The episode was researched by Akeem del Rosario, written by Mark Duane Angos, and directed by Nick Olanka. 

Don’t miss another one-of-a-kind and heartwarming tale of love in “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK) this Saturday, after “Wansapanataym.” 

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