Bakekang is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a Philippine graphic novel by Carlo J. Caparas.[1] Directed by Gil Tejada Jr. and Khryss Adalia, it stars Sunshine Dizon in the title role. It premiered on September 11, 2006 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing I Luv NY. The series concluded on March 30, 2007 with a total of 145 episodes.
| Bakekang | |
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 Title card | |
| Genre | Drama |
| Based on | Bakekang by Carlo J. Caparas |
| Developed by | R.J. Nuevas |
| Written by |
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| Directed by |
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| Starring | Sunshine Dizon |
| Theme music composer | Tata Betita |
| Opening theme | "Ang Mundo Ko'y Ikaw" by Jonalyn Viray |
| Ending theme | "Tayong Dalawa" by Aicelle Santos |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Tagalog |
| No. of episodes | 145 2 specials |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Mona Coles-Mayuga |
| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 30–45 minutes |
| Production company | GMA Entertainment TV |
| Original release | |
| Network | GMA Network |
| Release | September 11, 2006 – March 30, 2007 |
Cast and characters
editCast
Lovi Poe
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Yasmien Kurdi
Gladys Reyes
Nadine Samonte (left)
Iwa Moto
- Lead cast
- Sunshine Dizon as Jacoba "Bakekang" Maisog[2]
- Supporting cast
- Lovi Poe as Kristal Maisog[3]
- Yasmien Kurdi as Charming Maisog / Lokresha / Karisma
- Sheryl Cruz as Valeria Arevalo
- Manilyn Reynes as Marta
- Jay Manalo as Kristof Arevalo
- Gladys Reyes as Deborah Yokohama
- Nadine Samonte as Lorraine Arevalo
- Dion Ignacio as Aldrin Sandoval
- Iwa Moto as Jenny
- Arci Muñoz as Nicole
- Recurring cast
- Victor Neri as Herman
- Cogie Domingo as Johnny
- Julia Clarete as Georgia
- Tyron Perez as Paolo
- Hero Angeles as Daniel Lozano
- Vangie Labalan as Mameng
- Marky Cielo as Michael
- Marky Lopez as Paking
- Rainier Castillo as Joshua
- Lotlot de Leon as Rita
- Soxie Topacio as Vincent
- Sheila Marie Rodriguez as Izzy
- Jennifer Sevilla as Stella
- Dionne de Guzman as Otik
- Ailyn Luna as Rea
- Guest cast
- Eunice Lagusad as younger Charming
- Krystal Reyes as younger Kristal
- Joy Folloso as younger Lorraine
- Renzo Almario as younger Michael
- Romnick Sarmenta as Francis
- Luz Valdez as Maria
- Evangeline Pascual as Valeria's mom
- Marcus Madrigal as Manfred
- Chinggoy Alonzo as Rod
- Maritoni Fernandez as Elsa
- Isko Moreno as Victor
- Kenneth Ocampo as Romy
Accolades
edit| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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| 2007 | 21st PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Primetime Drama Series | Bakekang | Nominated | [4] |
| Best Drama Actress | Sunshine Dizon Manilyn Reynes |
Won | |||
| Nominated | |||||
| Best New Female Personality | Lovi Poe | Won | |||
| 3rd USTv Students Choice Awards | Best Drama Mini-Series | Bakekang | Won |
References
edit- ^ "Sunshine, bida sa Bakekang movie". Journal. Retrieved March 26, 2007.
- ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (February 26, 2019). "Where Are They Now: Original teleserye leading ladies". PEP. Retrieved May 18, 2020.
- ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (September 16, 2021). "Lovi Poe thanks GMA-7 for believing in her: "Hindi po biro ang 15 years."". PEP. Retrieved September 16, 2021.
- ^ "PMPC bares nominees in the 21st Star Awards for Television". PEP. October 21, 2007. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
External links
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