GMA-7’s cutting-edge programs in 2018
With its goal of offering Filipinos world-class entertainment, GMA Entertainment Content Group showcases its forthcoming programs for the first quarter of 2018.
First on the list is the sexy, romantic-comedy series The One That Got Away headlined by Lovi Poe, Max Collins and Rhian Ramos. Dennis Trillo plays Liam, the ex-boyfriend of the three women. Joining them are Ivan Dorschner, Migo Adecer and Jason Abalos. This is an extraordinary story about three women who formed an unlikely but strong friendship after discovering that in different times in their lives, they were romantically linked with the same guy. Also in the cast are Bembol Roco, Snooky Serna, Luz Valdez, Ayra Mariano, Ashley Rivera, Sophie Albert, Jason Francisco, Ervic Vijandre, Nar Cabico, Dea Formilleza, Euwenn Aleta, among others. The One That Got Away is directed by Maryo J. Delos Reyes and Mark De La Cruz.
Ruru Madrid and Gabbi Garcia reunite in the original primetime series
Sherlock Jr. Janine Gutierrez joins the cast in a special role. Viewers of all ages will enjoy this program filled with action and drama about the friendship between an investigative reporter and a dog. The series introduces Serena, a lovable and smart Golden Retriever who will touch everyone’s lives and will teach them a lesson about love, life, family and friendship. Roi Vinzon, Rochelle Pangilinan, Andre Paras, Kate Valdez, Sharmaine Arnaiz, Matt Evans, Yann Asistio, Sophia Pablo and Philippine Comedy Queen AiAi delas Alas
complete the star-studded cast. Rechie del Carmen directs.
Three Afternoon Prime series are set to premiere, namely Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka, The Stepdaughters and Contessa. Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan
Ka is topbilled by Yasmien Kurdi, Martin del Rosario, Jackie Rice, and Mike Tan. This intriguing series tells about the struggles of a woman who is HIV positive and how she battles her own frailties and demons in life. This is also the first “advoca
serye” which tackles one of the most serious, deadly diseases in human history. Joining the cast are Shamaine Buencamino, Charee Pineda, Ina Feleo, Mike “Pekto” Nacua, Catherine Rem, Caprice Cayetano, Sef dela Cruz and Gina Alajar. Neal del Rosario directs.
The Stepdaughters stars real-life sweethearts Megan Young and Mikael Daez. Katrina Halili joins the cast together with Glydel Mercado, Sef Cadayona, Samantha Lopez and Gary Estrada. The soap revolves around the story of Mayumi and Isabelle, two strong-willed women who will do everything for family, honor and love. Paul Sta Ana directs.
Contessa stars Glaiza de Castro as a woman who quests for justice after being accused of a crime she did not commit. Playing important roles are Jak Roberto, Geoff Eigenmann and Gabby Eigenmann. Completing the all-star cast are Lauren Young, Dominic Roco, Leandro Baldemor, Bernadette Allyson, Phytos Ramirez, Denise Barbacena, Will Ashely and Tetchie Agbayani with special participation of Mark Herras. Albert Langitan directs.