Widows’ Web to Shock Viewers on Monday

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As Mano Po Legacy takes a season break, mystery invades Telebabad with Widows’ Web.

The upcoming series stars Carmina Villarroel, Pauline Mendoza, Ashley Ortega and Vaness del Moral, with Ryan Eigenmann on a special participation role. The series marks the first leading roles of Ashley and  Vaness after a slew of supporting roles.

Widows’ Web follows the mysterious death of Alexander Sagrado III (Ryan), which leads to the undercover investigation of Elaine (Pauline), a former hotel employee who believes that her fiancé was wrongly accused of the crime. To prove her fiancé’s innocence and find the real suspect behind Alexander’s death, Elaine applies as an assistant at the Sagrado Foundation, where she meets Alexander’s wife Jackie (Ashley), Jackie’s business colleague Hillary (Vaness), and Alexander’s older sister, Barbara (Carmina).

Joining the powerhouse cast of Widows’ Web are EA Guzman, Adrian Alandy, Christian Vasquez, Allan Paule, Tanya Gomez, Arthur Solinap, Karenina Haniel…

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The Best Ka!: GMA’s New Sunday Afternoon Habit

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Shy on its 6th anniversary, Dear Uge bid goodbye last Sunday.

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First aired on February 14, 2016, Dear Uge is hosted by Eugene Domingo as Urbana Genoveva Esperanza and features a romcom story every week. It initially had a setting of a sari-sari store, whose audience included Jak Roberto (later on Dave Bornea), Divine and Skelly Clarkson, among others, with a face-off between two different camps. By mid-2019, it became Dear Uge Presents, where Eugene made an appearance in every episode in the style of Coney Reyes on Camera. When it returned with fresh episodes on August 23, 2020, it reverted to its original format, this time in the style of Magpakailanman, but with Eugene portraying another character as her interviewee.

Knowing that romantic comedy is one of GMA’s strengths, Dear Uge managed to take romantic comedy to another level to keep viewers awake. Not to mention…

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From First Yaya to First Lady

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First Yaya returns, this time as First Lady.

Sanya Lopez and Gabby Concepcion reprise their respective roles, along with Pancho Magno, Thou Reyes, Maxine Medina, Pilar Pilapil, Cassy Legaspi, Patricia Coma, Clarence Delgado, Boboy Garovillo, Sandy Andolong, Analyn Barro and Jerick Dolormente. Joining the cast for this season is Alice Dixson, Francine Prieto, Samantha Lopez, Isabel Rivas, Shyr Valdez, John Feir and Divine. LA Madridejos remains as director for this season.

First Lady takes off with Melody (Sanya) assuming the role of the country’s First Lady as she becomes overwhelmed by all the changes and the responsibilities she now holds. While she tries to be like the past First Ladies, Melody learns that she can just be herself despite her title. However, with her energetic appeal to the masses, Pres. Glenn Acosta’s (Gabby) close companions worry that she may overshadow his presidential campaign. Not to mention that Glenn’s ex-girlfriend…

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I Left My Heart In Sorsogon’s Final Week

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I Left My Heart In Sorsogon is its final week. But, Celeste has yet to choose who wins her heart the most.

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First aired on November 16, 2021, I Left My Heart In Sorsogon stars Heart Evangelista as Celeste, a Sorsogueña whose heart is divided between Tonito and Mikoy, both living in different places, portrayed by Richard Yap and Paolo Contis respectively. This marks Heart’s first series in 4 years and Richard’s first project with the network.

The series had an impressive performance throughout its run, averaging within 12-14% (based on AGB Nielsen NUTAM). It will have a total of 65 episodes once it concludes this Friday.

I Left My Heart In Sorsogon helped promote several landmarks in Sorsogon, adding up to GMA’s reputation of promoting local tourism. The series delivered an impressive love story which involves one’s life in…

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Agimat ng Agila Flies Again

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Agimat ng Agila is now back with another season.

Bong Revilla reprises his role, along with Sanya Lopez, Elizabeth Oropesa and Benjie Paras. Joining the cast for this season are Gardo Versoza, Betong Sumaya, Kim de Leon, Lia Salvador and Rabiya Mateo. This season is directed by Rico Gutierrez and Jojo Nones.

The second season of Agimat ng Agila takes off with Maj. Gabriel Labrador (Bong) moving on a new life with Maya (Sanya) and Nanay Berta (Elizabeth) while continuing his mission to protect the environment. However, a devastating incident leaves Gabriel grieving. He finds hope when he encounters Jumong (Kim), a homeless person who eventually becomes part of his extended family. One day, Gabriel accepts an assignment to investigate the environmental crimes of a supposedly “upstanding” jewelry company that is suspected of being a front for a disastrous illegal mining organization that also engages in human trafficking. He later on

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The Broken Marriage Vow to Premiere on Monday

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The local adaptation of Doctor Foster hits primetime with The Broken Marriage Vow.

The upcoming series stars Jodi Sta. Maria, Zanjoe Marudo, Sue Ramirez and Zaijian Jaranilla. Jodi and Zanjoe worked together in iWant series My Single Lady.

The Broken Marriage Vow tells the story of Dra. Jill Ilustre (Jodi), a headstrong woman whose perfect life takes a turn when she finds out that her husband David (Zanjoe) has an affair with a much younger woman, Lexy (Sue). Refusing to play the victim of David’s betrayal, Jill becomes obsessed with revenge as she will do everything to gain back what was taken away from her. However, this will affect the relationship of the people close to her, including her son Gio (Zaijian).

Joining the stellar cast of The Broken Marriage Vow are Jane Oineza, Angeli Bayani, Bianca Manalo, Ketchup Eusebio, Rachel Alejandro, Art Acuña, Empress Schuck, Joem Bascon, Brent…

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The Return Of Prima Donnas

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By popular demand, Prima Donnas are back with another season.

Jillian Ward, Althea Ablan and Sofia Pablo reprise their titular roles Donna Marie, Donna Belle and Donna Lyn respectively, along with Elijah Alejo, Katrina Halili, Wendell Ramos, Chanda Romero and Aiko Melendez. Joining the cast for this season is Sheryl Cruz. Gina Alajar remains as director for this season.

The second season of Prima Donnas takes off with the return of Donna Lyn from Australia to reunite with her family, especially that Lilian (Katrina) and Jaime (Wendell) are engaged. Amid their peaceful life, they’re unaware that Kendra (Aiko) is still alive and will continue her revenge against the Claverias. With the entry of Bethany Howards (Sheryl) to their lives, it remains to be seen if she will side with Kendra or the Claverias.

One can only hope that the flow of the story will be as good as the previous…

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Marry Me, Marry You’s Final Week

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More secrets are yet to be revealed as Marry Me, Marry You is on its final week.

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First aired on September 13, 2021, Marry Me, Marry You stars Janine Gutierrez and Paulo Avelino as Camille and Andrei respectively, who crossed paths in an accident and later on fell in love with each other, despite coming from families with different personalities. This marks Janine’s first project with the network.

The series scored an average of 3-5% (based on AGB Nielsen NUTAM) throughout its run. It will have a total of 95 episodes, consisting of 2 seasons, once it concludes this Friday.

Knowing that romantic comedy is one of Dreamscape’s weaknesses, Marry Me, Marry You joins On The Wings Of Love as among the well-written romantic comedy series produced. It presented a decent storyline involving about a couple from different family lifestyles and how it affected their relationship even after marriage. Janine…

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Las Hermanas’ Final Stand

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Las Hermanas has entered its final week. But, Lorenzo’s wrath has taken the toll of the lives of Minnie and Scarlett.

First aired on October 25, 2021, Las Hermanas stars stars Yasmien Kurdi, Thea Tolentino and Faith Da Silva as the titular characters whose relationship started to crumble after the death of their father, along with Albert Martinez and Jason Abalos.

The series had a decent performance throughout its run, averaging within 5-6% (based on AGB Nielsen NUTAM). It will have a total of 60 episodes once it concludes this Friday.

Las Hermanas delivered a mature storyline about sisterhood, as well as its ups and downs. The series boosted the career of Faith Da Silva, who embraced the role as an ambitious daughter Scarlett very well. She will be eyed for more leading roles in the near future. The return of Albert Martinez and Jennica Garcia to the limelight is…

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PRR 2021: Philippine Radio in Review

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2021 is coming to a close. But before we bid goodbye to this year, here is a look back at what happened in the world of Philippine Radio. We will discuss the Top 10 radio-related events in the country.


1. Favorite Music on the Radio

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After the Philippine Collective Media Corporation was given a franchise to operate stations nationwide last year, Favorite Music Radio (FMR) was launched, starting with the Tacloban-based station formerly known as Kaugop Radio. Since then, it expanded to various markets, notably Butuan, Iligan, Camiguin and Romblon, along with affiliate stations in Partido area and Nabunturan.

2. An Eagle Soars High

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Last January 25, Eagle FM 95.5 was officially launched with a Classic Hits format. Management stated that the rebranding was done to carry the company’s name in line of its expanding coverage strength and resources. The station is…

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