Valerie Concepcion Returns to ABS-CBN in MMK with Xyriel Manabat (Dec 7)

Discover this Saturday (December 7) how TV viewers can help a family achieve their Christmas wish to be reunited with each other and restart a new life altogether. “Maalaala Mo Kaya” will share the story of this family that was shattered by domestic violence, which later caused the 13 siblings to go on separate ways.

Starring in “MMK’s” upcoming family drama episode are Xyriel Manabat and Valerie Concepcion who will portray the role of Judith, one of the siblings who suffered from the cruelty of their father and was adopted by a foster family that even made her life more miserable. After all the sufferings that she went through, how did Judith remain hopeful that her real family will be reunited once more? 

Also featured in Garry Fernando-directed “MMK” episode are Pinky Amador, Chanda Romero, Cherry Lou, Neil Coleta, Andrea del Rosario, Marissa Sanchez, Ron Morales, Queenie Sulit, Rez Cortez, Alfred Labatos, Myrtle Sarrosa, Eslove Briones, Gerald Pesigan, Jao Mapa, Shane Hermogenes and Bianca Bentulan. 

The story was researched by Agatha Ruadap written by Arah Jell Badayos and Benson Logronio. “MMK” is led by business unit head Malou Santos, production manager Roda Dela Cerna, and executive producer Cathy San Pablo. 

Don’t miss “MMK” 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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Iza Calzado in Incest Relationship with Joem Bascon in MMK this April 13

For the third time, highly acclaimed Kapamilya actress Iza Calzado will showcase her remarkable talent once again as she stars in another heavy drama episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (April 13). 

Iza will give life to the character of Rowena, a woman who unexpectedly fell in love with her cousin Alex (Joem Bascon) after being cheated on by her husband. 

Despite the disapproval of their family and the criticisms of their neighbors, Rowena and Alex continued their relationship and formed their own family with their children. However, Rowena and Alex’s lives changed when they noticed something different with the physical appearance of their two daughters. Is the suffering of their children God’s way of punishing Rowena and Alex for their forbidden love? Or is this just an important test that will strengthen their relationship as a family? 

Joining Iza and Joem in “MMK” this Saturday are Andrea del Rosario, Celine Lim, Art Acuña, Dianne Medina, Maliksi Morales, Nanding Josef, Veyda Inoval, Kyline Alcantara, Janine Berdin, and Marikit Morales. The story was researched by Alexandra Mae Martin, written by Nikki Bunquin and Arah Jell Badayos, and directed by Nuel Crisostomo Naval. 

Don’t miss “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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Xyriel Manabat Leads The Race in Yahoo OMG! Awards 2012

Kapamilya child wonder Xyriel Manabat continues to impress TV viewers and netizens as she leads the online voting in ‘Yahoo! OMG! Awards 2012’ where she is nominated in the category, ‘Child Star of the Year.’ As of June 28 (Thursday), the Kapamilya child wonder garnered 56% or more than half of the online votes for the said category.

Meanwhile, Xyriel continues to reign in the hearts of TV viewers this Saturday (June 30) in the continuation of her “Wansapanataym” special. In the ‘Beauty is the Beast’ episode, Xyriel takes on the role of Beauty, a little girl who belittles everyone who doesn’t fit her beauty standards. As she continues to judge other people based on their physical appearances, fate punishes Beauty and made all her negative comments magically manifested on her. Will she finally learn that real beauty is not skin deep?

Together with Xyriel in the episode are Dominic Ochoa, Andrea del Rosario, Marikit Morales, Dexie Daulat, Beverly Salviejo, and Arlene Tolibas. It is written by Joel Mercado and directed by Tots Sanchez-Mariscal.

“Wansapanataym” is a part of ABS-CBN’s “Bida Best Kid” campaign launched recently that aims to empower children by encouraging them to become who they want to be and the best that they can be. It doesn’t only entertain and educate its young viewers with its values-oriented, child-friendly programs, but supports their dreams and aspirations as well.

Don’t miss Xyriel’s “Wansapanataym” special this Saturday, after “Kapamilya: Deal or No Deal” on ABS-CBN. For more updates log-on to www.abs-cbn.com , follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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Cherry Pie Picache Stars in MMK Mother's Day Episode this May 12

Maalaala Mo Kaya celebrates Mother’s Day this Saturday, May 12, with a special episode starring the award-winning Cherry Pie Picache.

Award-winning actress Cherry Pie Picache topbills the Mother’s Day special episode of “Maalala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (May 12) as she portrays the character of Adelaida, who almost had a perfect marriage with her husband Onofre (Al Tantay) except for one thing missing – their own child. Eager to raise one, they both decided to adopt not only one but five children. Life was okay until their kids found the truth about their real identities. How far can a mother sacrifice for her children who keep on driving her away?

Together with Cherry Pie and Al in the “MMK” episode are Melai Cantiveros, Martin del Rosario, Sue Ramirez, Devon Seron, Carlo Lacana, Andrea del Rosario, and Eva Darren. It was researched by Alexandra Mae Martin, written by Maan Dimaculangan-Fampulme, and directed by Ruel Bayani.

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 towww.mmk.abs-cbn.com, follow MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” www.faceboook.com/MMKOfficial.

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