Arjo Atayde Gay Parent to Ella Cruz, Eliza Pineda in MMK (January 4)

Kapamilya action star Arjo Atayde will take on a role of a gay parent in the upcoming heavy drama episode of ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya.” He will give life to the character of Jess, who became a mother to six kids abandoned by their parents. 

How can a gay man give to his ‘children’ the love and care he was not able to have from his own mother? 

Together with Arjo in “MMK” this Saturday (January 4) are Ella Cruz, Ismael Clavero, Felix Roco, Assunta de Rossi, Via Veloso, Eliza Pineda, Kyle Banzon, Mike Lloren, Dindo Arroyo, and Jiriane Montilla. The episode is directed by Raz de la Torre, 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 touching New Year drama offering of “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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Roel Manlangit Story on MMK (August 31); Zaijian Jaranilla Plays PGT Season 4 Grand Champion

Maalaala Mo Kaya will end the month of August with the inspiring life story of YouTube sensation turned Pilipinas Got Talent (PGT) season 4 grand winner Roel Manlangit.

Kapamilya child wonder Zaijian Jaranilla will play as Roel. What drove Roel to achieve his ambition of becoming a singer? How hard was it for him to pursue his dreams without the support of his father whom he considers his singing idol?

Joining Zaijan in the upcoming “MMK” episode are Romnick Sarmenta, Lui Manansala, Amante Pulido, Tina Paner, Ahron Villena, Karen Timbol, Mark Sayarot, Mariel Pamintuan, Elijah Magundayao and Eliza Pineda. It was researched by Agatha Lee Ruadap, written by Joan Habana, and directed by Jojo Saguin. 

Don’t miss ‘The Roel Manlangit Story’ 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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Pokwang, Bugoy Cariño on MMK this March 16

Comedienne Pokwang will topbill the upcoming “MMK” episode this Saturday (March 16). She will portray the role of Linda, a dedicated and hardworking mother who is willing to do everything for her family, especially to her son Rubin (Bugoy Cariño/John Manalo), despite her polio illness.

Together with Pokwang, Bugoy and John in the “MMK” epsiode are Juan Rodrigo, Crispin Pineda, Vangie Labalan, Lovely Rivero, Maurice Mabutas, Eliza Pineda, Karen Reyes, and Patrick Sugui. The episode was researched by Agatha Ruadap, written by Benjamin Benson Logronio and Arah Jell Badayos, and directed by Mae Czarina Cruz.

Don’t miss another heartwarming heavy family drama episode of Gawad Tanglaw Hall of Fame for Best Drama Anthology and Best Drama Program of the 9th USTV Students’ Choice Awards, “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's Wansapanataym, PH No. 1 Weekend TV Program

Award-winning child actress Xyriel Manabat continues to work her charms with weekend TV viewers as her “Wansapanataym” episode ‘Mitos’ Touch’ recently reigned as the no.1 weekend TV program. According to the data of Kantar Media last Saturday (September 8), Xyriel’s episode garnered a 32.6% national TV rating, compared to its rival program in GMA “Wish Ko Lang! Primetime” which only got 17%.

Meanwhile, in the continuation of Xyriel’s “Wansapanatatym” special this Saturday (September 15), Xyriel will take on the role of Maya, a rude young girl who doesn’t know how to respect her parents. Because of her bad manners, a mysterious woman will punish Maya and bring her parents back to their teenage years. Will Maya finally learn to be polite to her elders?

Together with Xyriel in the ‘Yaya Yaya Puto Maya’ episode are Vina Morales, Christian Vasquez, Eliza Pineda, Mark Sayarot, Joy Viado, and Eva Darren. It is written by Dang Sulit and Angel Cajanding, and directed by Darnel Joy Villaflor.

“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 the 2012 Prix Jeunesse International Festival Children’s Jury Prize winner, “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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Rayver Cruz and Joseph Marco Topbill MMK this May 19

Kapamilya actor Rayver Cruz topbills a heavy family drama episode of Maalala Mo Kaya this Saturday (May 19).

Rayver portrays the role of Xerces, a very obedient son who brought nothing but achievements to their family. As Xerces continued to excel in his life, his younger brother Ponso (Joseph Marco) had become his total opposite.

From childhood until they grew up, Xerces was always being praised while Ponso was always being belittled not just by the people around them but somehow, by Xerces as well. Until a day came when it was Ponso's time to give his 'Kuya' a lesson of life that cannot be learned from books.

Together with Rayver and Joseph in the MMK episode are Elizabeth Oropesa, Bembol Rocco, Eliza Pineda, Jacob Dionisio, Philip Nolasco, Kristel Moreno, and Isay Alvarez. It was researched by Akeem Jordan del Rosario, written by Rose Colindres, and directed by Jojo Saguin.

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.

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Text by ABS-CBN

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