The Manila Times

Europe’s east and west serve as backdrop for new drama

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BESIDES the promise of a gripping love story, breath and Poland, as well as Belgium and The Netherland­s premieres its newest drama series tonight.

The cast of “The Promise of Forever” was unable to hide their excitement at the show’s press conference, especially since it took an entire year for them to can the show. Starring Paulo in an introducto­ry Ejay Falcon, the three leads are confident of the series’ quality since a “canned show” means that the e program is complete, ' The Promise of Forever' stars (from left) Paulo Avelino, and therefore editedd Ritz Azul and Ejay Falcon with more time and precision.

Moreover, they agreed that shooting around different countries in Europe is one experience they will never forget, nor will their network.

“Itokasiang­pinaka- expensive natelesery­e,” laughed Avelino. “But we promise it’s all worth it.”

As the program notes claim, “Time will stop for viewers who will witness the much-awaited tale of series The Promise of Forever.”

In the story, Avelino plays Nicolas, an immortal man who does not age and die. With his condition, he keeps himself from falling in love so he will not feel the pain of losing his loved ones over and over again.

But as he goes on with his life alone, he meets Sophia portrayed by Azul, a young girl he saves from a burning house. Thankful for her second life, Sophia finds inspiratio­n in the man who saved her and grows up responsibl­e and hardworkin­g for her family.

After several years, their paths cross once again in a cruise ship where Sophia is working. Nicolas is one of the - ed of her hero long ago, Sophia finds herself drawn on getting to know the familiar looking passenger and tries to learn about his past.

As they spend more time together, they fall in love, but the immortal man’s curse gets in their way and keeps them from their happy ever after.

Falcon, meanwhile, plays Philip, Sophia’s former lover who will stop at nothing but to win her back. Pie Picache, Amy Austria, Benjie Paras, Susan Africa, Ynna Asistio and Nico Antonio.

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