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Allan is every inch the prodigal son, save for the fact that his father is destitute. Dadoy is a street-sweeper who exhausts all his resources to be able to afford his son's education and satisfy the boy's whims. Despite all his efforts, Dadoy is unappreciated by his son. Because of Allan's impractical goals and selfish ambition, Dadoy pushes himself to work harder, putting his own health at risk.
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After serving fifteen years in prison for murdering her brother-in-law, Dolor is finally freed and eventually turns to her sister Pilar for much-needed support as she starts anew. But with years of bitterness and resentment standing in the way of the sisters' reconciliation, Pilar tries desperately to retain her hold over Dolor's uncertain future-especially when the child that she raised as her own grows increasingly fond of the real mother he never knew.
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What will happen if a father and his sons all fall prey to the charms of one woman? Gaspar, Tomas, and David had no qualms welcoming the beautiful Corazon into their lives. Although theirs is no peaceful home because of Gaspar's attitude, Corazon's arrival wrecks what little is left of their family ties. Tomas is the sensible one who protects the family assets from the covetous Gaspar and David. Nevertheless, Corazon joins in this deadly game of greed, and she holds the strongest card for she enraptures even the docile Tomas.
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Phil was looking forward to a lovely summer until his girlfriend breaks up with him. To evade the loneliness, he goes on a vacation in a beautiful resort on a remote island. Phil realizes he isn't alone when ghostly sightings of a couple begin to hound him. The sightings turn into flashes of scenes that seem to convey messages from two dead lovers that were murdered on the island.
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Though a single parent and a poor washerwoman, Rosalia did not allow the threat of being left alone to compel her to discourage her son from having a relationship with a girl. But when romance knocks on Rosalia's door, Billy responds with rage. At her mature age, Rosalia never expected to be torn between listening to her son's valid reasoning and rewarding her sacrifices by succumbing to a kind of joy she has not experienced in a long time.
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Having been exposed to the heartaches of a broken home, Lulu vowed that her marriage would last a lifetime. She carries out all duties of a wife, but a diagnosis of infertility soon arms her with insecurities. Despite Arnel's devotion, Lulu accuses him of having affairs, including one with her best friend Emma. This ugly episode inevitably leads to separation, and when Lulu returns after a few years, she faces the consequences of her mistakes and painfully recalls a vow that has become broken.
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Though her obligations extend only to her mother, Neneng works to support her half-siblings out of her kind nature. But worse than having her body exhausted, Neneng's feelings are bruised seeing her mother constantly beaten up by her stepfather. After her mother's death, Neneng focuses her attention on her orphaned siblings. But when her stepfather's behavior affects the innocent children, the docile Neneng unexpectedly contemplates on violence.
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When the war broke out in Kuwait, lovers Mon and Olive were forced to abandon their means of livelihood and return to the Philippines. Although Mon's mother warmly welcomed him back, she is distressed at the thought of losing a financier and gaining another mouth to feed. She begins to probe into Olive's flaws until she discovers a scandalous secret. Mon and Olive eventually learn that they escaped war only to find themselves entangled in an emotional battlefield.
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An innocent little boy, Noel, is loathed by his father's family because of the fact that he is the fruit of his father's infidelity. His half-sister, Elena, opens her heart to Noel and finds an angel underneath the illegitimate child's battered body. Despite being treated with outright cruelty, Noel amazingly mends their broken home and offers his life to protect the family who considers his existence a disgrace.
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Francis and Corazon are delirious with joy as they experience love and romance for the first time. But before they could set their feet back on the ground from cloud nine, Francis and Corazon learn that a baby was on the way. They are then forced to adjust to their new life as parents, learning mundane responsibilities and the demands of domesticity. Amidst these grueling changes, the young couple evaluates whether their feelings are genuine or merely a fleeting puppy love.
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Allen and Jane's relationship is viewed by society as odd. Allen is deaf and mute, and Jane is his teacher. They both discover that love is not exclusive to people in normal circumstances. But as they explore the boundaries of true love, Allen and Jane are forced by the people around them to make a reality check.
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Though barely in the right age, Cecile did not dread the news of her pregnancy, for she and Mike were in love, and they could start a beautiful life together. But then Mike disappears before her belly grows, and his brother Anthony enters the picture and makes a noble proposal to marry Cecile and spare her from disgrace. Out of spite, Cecile marries Anthony, only to find out later the actual reason behind the sinister setup.
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With marriage as the only recourse for a better life, Linda marries draftsman Senyong despite his mother's violent objection. Soon Senyong is offered a job in Saudi, and Linda feels their dreams are finally coming true. Later the happy dream turns into a nightmare, as her mother-in-law tells Senyong about Linda's imaginary infidelity, slowly breaking her family apart.
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Like many prostitutes who forego morals for money, Myrna dreams of one day leaving this despicable trade to start a new life. When she meets Chuck, a loving American, Myrna knows this dream is about to become reality. But for a woman with a harrowing past who is given a chance to be loved for who she truly is, Myrna is yet to learn that respect is not easy to earn, especially in a discriminating society.
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Like a true friend, Polly adopts his friend Annette after she is impregnated and abandoned by her boyfriend. In the course of living together, Polly watches their friendship take a different, confusing turn as he finds himself drawn to Annette in a special way. What he thinks is impossible because of his preference for men is about to take him by surprise.
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Elsa never knew her life would be as colorful as the stories in the love comics she devours in her free time. Reading comics is her means of escape from the harsh reality of her life as a housemaid to a vicious landlady. Much to the old landlady's dismay, her son notices Elsa's good looks and falls in love with the lowly maid. When this development in Elsa's life begins to resemble the stories from her comics, she realizes that happy endings are not always true in real life.
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As a homemaker, Lenny can be considered perfect. She has excellent skills in cooking, an eye for gardening, and a fine taste for household interiors. As a wife, Lenny is loyal and loving, but she is forever flawed in one significant aspect: she is barren, incapable of fulfilling Ben's dream of having a son. In spite of this, Ben and Lenny led a happy marriage until the latter found out that Ben got their housemaid pregnant.
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A notorious man goes as far as assaulting his sick wife and raping his young daughter. His son, Lando, who is respected by many for his kindness, learns of his father's revolting crime. In spite of his inherent benevolence, Lando is compelled to take justice into his own hands and exact revenge on his vicious father.
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Baby is an old maid who has given up on the possibility of finding love. Her time is spent manning the shop her family owns and scolding the workers for every minor mistake. Her mundane days as a spinster take an overwhelming turn when worker Ricky takes an interest in her. Though handsome and charming, Ricky is not a safe choice for a reserved woman like Baby, but before she could realize this, she is led into a dangerous and passionate romance.
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As a nun and high school principal, Sister Guada expected nothing but a serene life. The only life she has outside her peaceful abode is in the field as she does volunteer work to help less fortunate people. After meeting Dino, a new professor, she finds herself in an unlikely role as an object of a man's affection. Can Sister Guada resist spending a little time with Dino knowing that it may lead to a lifetime of regret?
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Despite the huge age gap, Tessie and Delfin's union blossomed into a blissful relationship. Tessie helped Delfin get over a marriage that bitterly ended long before Tessie was born. In turn, Delfin was devoted to his young wife whose childhood was far from pleasant. It was a marriage made in heaven until they learn of a despicable secret intertwining their past.
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Despite the fact that he is merely an adopted son, Fernan dedicated his life to the service of his surrogate family. He worked hard to fend for his parents and siblings. Even after falling in love and exceeding the ideal age for settling down, he continued to devote himself to his abusive family. His longtime girlfriend Aida tried to share in Fernan's long-suffering character, but her patience eventually wore out.
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Despite her family's physical and emotional abuse Maria Eden still strives to excel in school, believing that academic achievement would bring her closer to them. Soon her efforts pay off and she graduates at the top of her class, but will her valedictorian medal be enough to make her family love her and be proud of her?
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Rosa never forgot the day her father abandoned their family. In fact, it is intense anger towards him that directed all her decisions in life. Rosa goes to the city in search of her father. Blinded by hatred, she foregoes her morals and exhausts all means to gain wealth and power. With her new prominent position, Rosa begins her attack, starting with her father's new wife. As she gets close to accomplishing her mission, Rosa is gripped with a painful realization that she is still devoid of peace and joy.
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For Artemio and Celia, the best Christmas gift they ever got was baby Emmanuel. The adoption fulfilled Artemio's longtime dream of building a family, for he was sterile. However, Emmanuel was soon diagnosed with an incurable brain damage. Celia's compassion prompted her to raise Emmanuel despite his mental incapacity, but Artemio grew cold towards her and their son. Will this family ever celebrate Christmas in the same joyous manner as when they first got together?
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It's typical rustic bliss for Emmie's family in the province-a happy home with responsible parents and well-behaved children. But beneath the picturesque life lurks the danger brought on by the hushed mutiny of the armed guerilla residing in the mountains, and the danger becomes real when Dennis, Emmie's intellectual brother, decides to take a revolutionary stand.
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Rose's father makes the sweet gesture of purchasing a cottage with a fishpond for his wife, Cita. Because of Cita's weak heart, her husband deems their constant retreat into a serene place with fresh air helpful to her. Like her parents, Rose is happy with the new hideaway as she meets her prospective first love, Roger the caretaker. While this family is dreaming of blissful days ahead, the handsome Roger is blinding them with his irresistible charm.
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After five years of separation, Jerry and Monica got back together through a twist of fate. Their son Jake needed special care after an accident, and this is impossible for Monica to provide alone, given the demands of her job. Now that the estranged couple is under the same roof, is there any chance for Monica and Jerry to dream of a life together once again?
S1 • E41
When Raquel's wealthy adoptive parents died, she lived with Amanda whom she knew all her life as her nanny. Amanda was ecstatic at this opportunity to spend time with the daughter she was deprived of for a long time. However, Amanda is faced with a dilemma whether to divulge the truth to Raquel for she is guilty of giving Raquel up, thinking that a life of luxury is what everyone needs in order to be happy.
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A man and a woman fall deeply in love but outside the boundaries of their individual marriages. Lucille is the kind of wife any man dreams of having, but her own husband Ben is far from ideal. She is convinced that she is bound to spend her life in this miserable marriage until Dave enters the picture. Despite the fact that Dave and Lucille found happiness in each other, they ponder on whether it is possible for forbidden love to be true love.
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The memory of their grueling initiation rites triggers Dale's sympathy for the neophytes in their fraternity. But unlike Dale, Jojo is determined to take advantage of his new post as frat master. Jojo believes that the true mark of a man lies on his willingness to increase his threshold for pain. As these two friends face the responsibility of heading the fraternity, they have yet to prove if their purpose is brotherhood or mere male egotism.
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Lorna hates her father because his irresponsibility led to the demise of Lorna's mother, but the hatred turns into genuine loathing when he rapes her. Lorna reaches the threshold of her patience and turns her father over to the police. And now that she is given the chance to start a new life, will the ghosts of her past finally cease to haunt her?
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For Isabel, nothing is more painful than seeing her own mother neglect her sick father in favor of a young man who makes sexual advances at Isabel herself. To escape her dismal home, Isabel takes her nursing internship in a distant province where she meets a great guy. But how can Isabel build a new life for herself if her emotional foundation is built on wretched memories?
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LA-based businessman Gabby falls for Lisa the instant he lays eyes on her, but the tomboyish lady mechanic does not share his infatuation because she has no interest in men at all. This is the despair of her older brother Ramon, who wishes to see Lisa suitably settled as soon as possible because of his secret terminal illness. Is Gabby the one meant for Lisa, the one who would take care of her the way Ramon has all these years?
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When Irene got pregnant after college, she married Rex but remained unwilling to put her plans on hold. She passes on the responsibility of being a homemaker to her sister Karen as she pursues her dream of building a career. Irene never expected that her selfish ambition would turn her into an outsider in her own home and that Karen would fit perfectly into the roles that Irene abandoned.
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After working hard for ten long years to ensure his family's future Mariano comes home from America with a terrible secret: he has contracted AIDS abroad. Soon his family finds out about his illness, and his sister Mila, whom he has sent to school and has become a successful doctor, decides to keep him under lock and key-isolated like some banished leper in his own home.
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Cecile and Paul are good friends that made a bad decision to marry each other in order to fulfill someone's dying wish. Since Paul is in love with his girlfriend Tricia, Cecile allows them to carry on a relationship, until Tricia demands something greater than Paul could offer and Cecile could bear.
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As a former model, Marina had her share of admirers and ended up marrying the best catch, the handsome and devoted Ramon. The marriage is wonderful at first, but inside the four walls of their bedroom, Ramon is ruthless and blinded by raving insecurity. When Ramon opted to kill their unborn children out of fear that the babies will take Marina's attention away from him, Marina finds herself trapped in a hellish marriage while developing special feelings for Ramon's mute assistant, Danilo.
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After being separated from Lani for five years, her soldier-husband Noel tries to woo her back by telling her that he is resigned from the army. Lani takes him back, and they start a new life with their daughter Cristina. Everything seems to be going well for them until they find out that Noel is afflicted with leprosy.
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Fatherhood takes a traumatic turn for Ruben after his wife abandons him for another man and confesses that the son he raised since birth is not biologically his own. This bitter fact provokes Ruben's anger that inevitably extends to the innocent boy, Benjie. But it is through Benjie's chaste love that Ruben learns that fatherhood exceeds the boundaries of flesh and blood.
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Is blood really thicker than water or is there a remote possibility that justice can still prevail in the name of friendship? Can a mistake be rectified by vengeful violence? These are the questions that continue to plague Edna, whose simple but happy life shatters when the uncle of family friends Manny and Malou guns down her husband Rod in broad daylight.
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To see her perfect home go down in shambles was a remote possibility for Sandy until her husband brought home a son he sired with another woman. Unwilling to sacrifice her peaceful family life and aware that the boy is innocent, Sandy tries to get over the past, but she realizes that it is difficult to coexist with the living proof of Danny's infidelity.
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After the death of her parents, Rosing carries the burden of taking care of her sister Amanda, who is mentally ill. She works hard to fend for the two of them, oblivious of time passing by and her husband slipping away. While taking out her frustration on her mentally disabled sister, Rosing's philandering husband Emil returns to her. Rosing hopes of better days ahead, until Emil assaults the helpless Amanda.
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During a dark period in her past, Linette was convinced an abortion was her only chance to escape a failed relationship with a married man and to pursue a career in music. She finds new happiness in her mentor, David, whom she eventually marries. But Linette's life strikes a sour note when her past mistake catches up on her, and she becomes incapable of fulfilling David's dream to start a family.
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Marlyn devotes her life, even foregoing romance, to Louie, the abandoned child of her cousin Edith. But amidst her happiness as Louie's surrogate mother, she finds love and a prospective partner in Ronald. Life couldn't be better for Marylyn until Edith returns to reunite with Louie and her former lover who turns out to be Ronald.
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Alvin was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, but he grows up unhappy in spite of his extravagant life. He trades luxury for a modest life as a truck driver and to be with the woman he loves. Though they work hard each day in order to get by, Alvin and Gigi are happy, until the wrath of Alvin's wealthy father wrecks their joy. Gigi's life is endangered by a terminal illness, and Alvin's father refuses to shell out a single cent to help them.
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Terry is an old maid by choice, and Rocky is a playboy at heart. When they met, sparks flew, but their diverse personalities made romance a distant possibility. As a result, Rocky contented himself as Terry's employee, but an impassioned encounter left them in a compromising position. Rocky expressed his willingness to commit, but Terry wished to remain in her comfort zone until her sister's breakup with a longtime beau opened her eyes to the definition of a fulfilling life.
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Though orphaned at an early age, Esther is blessed to be adopted by her kind godfather Alfredo. She grows up close to him like a real daughter and even ends up marrying his son Eric. While building a new married life with Eric, Esther sadly watches Alfredo's marriage turn sour because he suspects that his young, second wife is unfaithful. While helping her godfather keep his sanity, Esther comes close to losing hers when she learns that her own husband is the source of Alfredo's marital woes.
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Smart and beautiful Christy's perfect life and career suddenly crumble because of imperfect choices, particularly in her choice of mate. Her marriage to Axel turns her into a mother and a homemaker patiently adjusting to her husband's measly income. When the opportunity of a bright career comes to her again, Christy deems this as a chance to give her family a comfortable life. She is unaware that this dream is about to turn into a nightmare.
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Almost in his thirties, Ramil has never been in any romantic relationship. His mother attempts to arrange a date between Ramil and a girl from a prominent family, but his heart is won over by the very first woman he made love with- Salve, a prostitute. Despite the insults from his mother and his friends, Ramil marries Salve, and their happiness together seems to obliterate her dark past. But with Ramil's business down the drain and Salve's mom in a critical illness, can Salve resist the call of her old trade?
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For more than a decade, Nadine has proven her worth as a dedicated housewife and mother. Now that her children are all grown-up, Nadine gives in to her longtime dream of getting a job. Although her decision causes a rift between her and husband Butch, Nadine soon finds fulfillment in her role as a working mom. But as Butch grows more stubborn with the adjustments in their home, Nadine fails to foresee that going after her own happiness would cause her own family.
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Patty is thrilled at the prospect of experiencing her very first summer love, but she is doomed to spend a vacation at the house of her father's new wife whose son, Jet, gets on her nerves. While their parents are away on a trip, Jet and Patty get to know each other and find out that their unpleasant first impressions are wrong. Patty's dream of first love begins to take place, but never in her wildest imagination did she think that it would be her surrogate brother.
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Sibling rivalry is common among children, but in the case of Dolor and Lourdes, this problem goes on to their old age, affecting their marriages and their own children. Dolor is younger but more mature in her relationships. Her source of happiness is her husband, son Dennis, and their simple but happy home. Lourdes, on the other hand, marries for money and spoils her only son to taunt Dolor and the latter's incapacity to buy nice things for her son.
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Benjamin is not bothered by the fact that his friendship with his gay professor, Joey, is mocked by people in school. But the jokes turned into nasty rumors and resulted to their unjust suspension. Benjamin turns to his family for support, but his homophobic father's response aggravates the situation. While trying to prove that his friendship with Joey is pure, Benjamin discovers a dark secret involving his father.
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Several years ago, Sonia is a hair's breadth away from bliss as her longtime boyfriend, Jake, promises to marry her. Now, she is miserably raising her daughter, Annie, alone, and to make things worse, Sonia takes out her anger on the innocent child. Rumors of Sonia's ruthless abuse on her daughter reach the knowledge of a police detective. The investigation begins and the only way Sonia can justify herself is by going back to the dimmest chapter of her wretched past.
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Three children broke out of an orphanage to free themselves from a cruel governess. Since it was Christmas, the kids wanted to be happy for a change. They seek shelter in the house of Jimbo, the big guy who poses as Santa Claus every year at the orphanage. They get their biggest shock when they discover that the man behind the jolly Santa costume is an alcoholic abandoned by his wife and children.
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Luis gave his son to his sister when he was accused of murder and put to jail. Now he was working as her sister's family driver. He is so close to his son but still unable to say the truth.
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At seventeen, Margie abandoned her mother, whose lifestyle includes running off with one man after another. Taking on menial jobs for a living, Margie remains lonely, but she attempts to evade the pain by dating different men who end up dumping her. The vicious cycle seem to have ended with the arrival of young and handsome James who shows her a kind of devotion she's never seen before. But Margie senses an imminent despair for James seems to love her out of a need for maternal recourse.
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Despite the fact that his wife had been long dead, Zandro refuses to bury her memories and his own woes. This futile devotion aggravates Zandro's misery and blows his chance of finding new love with Chiqui, a woman worthy to fill in his deceased wife's shoes. Will this widower finally abandon his life of denial and embrace the prospect of finding happiness and love once again?
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Jake is a construction worker and his wife Alma is a food vendor. Theirs is a poor home, but love and harmony keep the couple and their son happy. They were looking forward to another simple but joyful Christmas celebration when an on-the-job accident leaves Jake crippled. The hospital bills mount, and Jake's only hope lies on a critical surgery. Desperate for money, Alma attempts theft but ends up committing a worse and unforgivable crime.
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To comply with their dying son's last wish, Percival and Anna feign a happy relationship despite the fact they have burned bridges a long time ago. In the process of pretense, Percival finds himself drawn to Anna once again. Is Anna willing to give love another chance despite her battle against her son's sickness and memories of Percival's betrayal?
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Rosette's suffering ends when her notorious husband Dindo runs off with his mistress. Dindo returns home a few years later only to find his absence filled by another man. Can a conscientious wife and mother like Rosette deny her husband's rights just to carry on an illicit affair with a man who truly loves her?
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Orphaned at a young age, Mike is trained to plough the fields daily to fend for his younger brother, Aurel. The years of assiduous work finally pay off when Aurel gets the kind of education that Mike never had. Foregoing his own dreams and happiness, Mike realizes too late that he fell short of love for himself, and the biggest blow is that Aurel's complacency and juvenile folly caused him to become a failure.
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For these three washed-out beauties, their lives as nightclub entertainers are ending against their will. Siony is lucky enough to find a German lover, but her dream of a better life compels her to leave her baby Angie behind to her friends Salve and Chayong. Instead of enjoying her retirement, Chayong continues to work hard for Angie, whom she grows to love as a daughter. Amidst Chayong's blind devotion to Angie, loyal friend Salve senses trouble in Angie's selfish nature- a trait she inherited from Siony.
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Rosel's peaceful life dramatically changes when her loving mother is struck with Alzheimer's disease. Being an only child, she is forced to take the old woman in her custody despite her husband's disapproval. While her mother is slowly losing grasp of sanity, Rosel is losing the ability to hold her marriage and family together.
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A teenaged boy and girl focus on their friendship after several failed attempts to obtain their parents' love and attention. The young girl turns to rebellion, while the boy manifests noble actions that deserve affection. When both their efforts fall short, they contemplate on a solution that is grave but certain to end life's misery.
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To repay Cardo for saving his life Cesar allows his friend to crash in the family's house when Cardo gets evicted from his own place. Rosa, Cesar's wife, is a bit uncertain about taking him in though Cardo is good at hiding his violent tendencies from the rest of the family. Just how much can you trust a suspicious stranger to live with your loved ones under one roof?
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What started out as harmless jealousy turns into obsession and becomes Esther's downfall. Her husband Joey has long been patient with her jealous fits and hostility towards the women he works with. Her best friend Lyn often attempts to pacify her, and Lyn's maturity impresses Joey. Whether it is a woman's instinct or pure paranoia that serves as the driving force behind her actions, Esther is about to see her fears materialize.
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Benny's life revolves around his love for painting and his girlfriend Weng. When Weng goes to Hong Kong to earn money for their future, Benny concentrates on his drawings to evade loneliness. Timid Benny is unaware that his girlfriend's friend Mita has long been waiting for him to be alone. By the time his true love returns, Benny would be miserably married to Mita and enslaved to her brutish father and brothers.
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Their eleven-year marriage is a testament to Lauro and Nida's successful relationship. With a good son and a stable livelihood, this couple could not ask for anything more. The town soon anticipates the coming fiesta with exhilaration, and Lauro is delighted to hear the news that his best friend Oscar is coming. Nida, on the other hand, is disturbed because this seemingly innocent visit is actually the return of a dreaded temptation.
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Born with a physical abnormality, Tony strives to deal with the never-ending pains of his life-ranging from the incessant taunting from his peers and the heartaches of finding unconditional love within his small neighborhood. But when an unexpected twist of fate leads him to discover the devastating truth behind his troublesome past, he embarks on a journey to earn his family's acceptance-and gain enough courage to face his fears and anxieties once and for all.
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Caught between their parents' longstanding rivalry and a failing drug habit, a pair of star-crossed lovers shuns their affluent lifestyles to start their own family. But as Jason and Lorna discover the grave repercussions of their wanton acts of recklessness and youthful ideals, the young couple embarks on a troublesome journey to prove their love that knows no boundaries.
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Siblings Justine and Anna cannot be more different, and it's not just because of the eight-year age gap. Justine is a tomboy while Anna is the epitome of a lady, yet they remain close to each other despite their dissimilarity. Then Anna leaves for the US to study, leaving Justine at their strict father's mercy. Justine continues to rebel against their father, and this propels him to send Justine to the province to teach her a lesson.
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After the death of her mother, Jasmine turned to her father as her source of love and strength. But when her father meets a tragic accident, Jasmine is hurled into a life of misery at a very young age. Having no other means to earn money, she agrees to be the main attraction of a bachelor party. Things seem to start going well as Jasmine adjusts to living alone, until she learns she has a baby on the way.
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Through hard work, Trining is able to build a large estate in their little town. Everyone is happy for the achievement of this well-loved widow, but no one knew that in her old age Trining would experience suffering. Trining's only daughter Patricia becomes obsessed with money to the point of stripping her mother of rights to her own property. When Trining dies a peasant with a broken heart, and not even buried in a decent tomb, Patricia is left with all the amassed wealth, but grave retribution awaits her.
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After her parents' breakup, Bea loathed her father and deliberately showed that she sympathizes with her mother. But their relationship is about to undergo a tremendous change with the arrival of Roy. Bea initially resented Roy's presence as a house guest until she found herself falling in love with him. But before she could confess her feelings, Bea learns the truth about Roy's sexuality and an even more appalling revelation behind her parents' separation.
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When Linda bears witness to the tragedy that has befallen the Florencia family, she takes on the daunting task of ensuring that history does not repeat itself on her ward, Alita. But as Alita finds herself committing the same mistake that her parents had done to the clan's domineering matriarch, an endless cycle of heartbreaks begins once more for star-crossed lovers and interwoven lives.
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A traumatic childhood devoid of parental support induced schizophrenia on Boy and hurled him into a life of perennial suicide attempts. Declared mentally unfit, he is sent to an institution where he spends many frustrating years until Dr. Myrna Gomez arrived. She discovered that Boy is a gifted artist and is capable of recovering from his condition. But as she challenges the hospital's complacent system, the administration labels their friendship as immoral, making Myrna's quest to help Boy a devastating struggle.
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It is Bobot and Minda's first year anniversary and Bobot asks Minda to introduce him to her mother, whom Minda keeps hidden from the public because of shame. Minda is beautiful while her mother is utterly ugly and disfigured-an irony that also goes for their personality. Will Minda's vanity get in the way of her relationship with Bobot, or will Minda learn the error of her ways and reconcile with her own mother before it's too late?
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A sailor and his wife struggle against their anxieties over their incapacity to bear a child. They exhaust all possible means of conception but to no avail. While they nurture the belief that a family can never be whole without children, their marriage slowly falls apart.
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Torn between his illicit affair with Hilda and a strained relationship with a longtime girlfriend, a young man soon learns the pains and hardships of finding true love under grave circumstances. For as he discovers his uncle's unwavering affection and support for an estranged and treacherous wife, Paolo is left with the daunting task of paying his sins and unwanted debts to the family he unintentionally destroyed.
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Life is a picnic for the family until the death of young Gelli, which disrupts their idyll and makes Marianne lose interest in everything-including her husband Jude and her other son Sydney. Can a mother ever let go of her beloved child's memory and let the pain fade into oblivion? Will Marianne's grief for her lost daughter weigh more than her love for the living and permanently wound them with her indifference?
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Since they were little, Aileen and Marcy have been the best of friends. They only parted ways when Marcy left for America to pursue education. Several years later, Marcy returns to her hometown and reunites with Aileen. In spite of everything they have gone through, Aileen and Marcy are yet to learn the true value of friendship, but only when a man gets between them and after a terminal encounter that is bound to take one of them away.
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After years of living under a single-parent household, a wayward father's unexpected return rekindles Lynette's bitterness and resentment over their broken family. But as a forgiving wife and an indignant daughter are torn between their principles and ideals, a grave tragedy befalls their home once again-and unwittingly forms an unshakeable bond that stands the test of time and their clan's never-ending ordeals.
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In Joan's world, a mother is anything but a loving and responsible homemaker. This is why when her father died, she becomes short of a family fortress. Joan's mother, Adela, is an incessant gambler who soon brings home her abusive lover. How long can she stand a dire home environment especially that she is advancing to adulthood?
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Only child and spoiled rotten, Sandra's affections extend only to her father Anghel and none to her mother Cora, whom she is ashamed of because of the latter's illiteracy. Soon both women face their worst fear: Anghel's death. Left with the responsibility of raising their family Cora disguises herself as a beggar to make ends meet, at the same time attempting to bridge the gap between her and her oblivious daughter.
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For Cita, the retirement home is the last place she wants to spend her remaining days in. But with her stepson away and apathetic, she is without any other choice but to seek shelter in this institution. Out of pride, Cita initially keeps to herself and avoids other elderly people until her solitude compels her to open herself up. She is soon surprised to find love and joy in the company of her new friends, but because of their age, they no longer have their lives ahead of them, and they must learn the painful process of letting go.
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With three elder brothers and a strict police father, no man would dare set foot into Karen's doorstep. But more than her family Karen herself is chaste, conservative, and elusive. That until she meets Atoy, who comes charging into her life like a knight in shining armor, saving her from the street drunkards. But goodhearted Atoy is not from a fairy tale past, he is in fact an ex-convict trying to start his life over.
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Perfect is the best word to describe the portrait of Fernan's family. Bank executive Fernan is a good provider, loving husband and father while Perla is an exemplary housewife and mother, and they are blessed with good kids to complete the picture. But in a flash Fernan does a complete turnaround devoid of any explanation, ripping the once happy family image apart.
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Rosa is a stern disciplinarian obsessed with raising her daughter Lucy as a straight-A student and shielding her from any form of distraction no matter how minor. Lucy tries to tolerate her mother, but when the latter goes through extreme measures just to ensure her goal, Lucy finds it difficult to shake off the idea that her own mother could be the bane of her existence.
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Two young friends stand by each other like brothers with an irrevocable pact. However, the difference in their family background prevents them from fulfilling their dreams together. One of them becomes a victim of a father's interminable wrath and faces his life's worst demons.
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Zeny and her only son Roldan finally find peace when her husband Amado, a drunkard, leaves them to fend for their own. As the new breadwinner of the family Zeny puts up a restaurant business and succeeds. But their bliss suddenly gets disrupted when Amado arrives at their doorstep, begging for another chance. Will they risk losing the peace they finally found without him in their lives?
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Inseparable friends Eldric, James, and Mickey consider their group a close-knit family. Of the pack James acts as the big brother, especially to problematic rich kid Eldric, who has become utterly dependent on James whenever he has a problem with his girlfriend Noemi. But the frequent mediation makes Noemi fall for James instead, causing a dilemma that may ruin the brotherhood the three friends have.
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After five children, Ben and Dina realize that a good marriage is not sufficient to run a big family. While Ben tries his luck in the Middle East, Dina returns to her old post at the nightclub and manages to feed five mouths until the time Ben finds a job. Before the promise of a modest financial stability dawns on their family, a tragedy strikes their household. Despite Dina's efforts to juggle responsibilities as a single parent, Ben blames her and comes home to bring her even more torment.
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Marlene makes it big in the city and her impending homecoming is the talk of her small town. Everyone is anticipating her return, especially her close friend Rosita and childhood sweetheart Andres. But they get the biggest shock and disappointment of their lives when a different Marlene comes home: a modern, career woman who has also become heartless.
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Ironically for their family Rodel is happier when their father is not around. A drunkard and a gambler, Dario extorts all the earnings of his wife Gloria and his other son Rolly, both of whom don't even put up a fight. One night during a violent fight Dario hits Gloria, an incident that also causes her fatal fall. The brothers develop genuine loathing for their father and reconciliation seems hopeless despite Dario's efforts to ask forgiveness.
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Inside the circus tent, a married couple performs as clowns and delights in making the audience laugh. At home, they struggle with poverty, sickness, and a troublesome teenaged son, who is ashamed of their chosen trade. Despite all their battles, they learn that nothing else can bring more happiness than joy shared with other people.
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Innumerable trophies and medals stand proof of policeman Edgar's excellence in his profession, but this dedication to work leaves him no time for his family. This drives his wife Sonya to leave him and take their daughter Sally to find a better life on their own. Can all the medals and trophies really make up for the sudden loss of his family or can he woo them back before it's too late?
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Living in a small fishing village theirs is an ideal family until the sudden death of Adela, which devastates Ador and almost ruins his sanity. Maribel, their only daughter, could only watch her father waste away to nothing and hope for a miracle to get him back to normal. Then as if her prayers were heard Ador becomes his old self again, but not without a hitch: he starts calling Maribel Adela and treats her as his wife.
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For every father, nothing brings more pride and joy than having a diligent son with exceptional scholastic records. In the case of Elmer- the other son-all his efforts to please his father are never enough to measure up to his brother's achievements. In his desire to become the apple of his father's eye, Elmer yields to an unimaginable, desperate measure.
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Paul persuades his beautiful wife Elvira to accept an outreach teaching mission in the province so they can get away from Paul's mother, who treats Paul like a child and meddles in their married life. Elvira gets bored with the provincial life until Danny, her old childhood sweetheart, moves into the neighborhood and renews their old flame.
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Poverty motivates Ellen to strive for a better life, and just like in an enchanted dream she succeeds and becomes an esteemed accountant in a big company. All is coming along well with her job until the management does a power turnover and she finds herself stuck with a new boss: Hector, her mortal enemy from college days for whom she harbors genuine loathing, who ironically seems set to pursue her romantically.
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All that ever mattered in life to Mabel was her good time friends, parties, and never-ending gaiety. But when she met an accident that took away her eyesight, she realized how little of what she had done in the past proved to be of significance. Nevertheless, Mabel's new life in stark darkness doesn't last long, for she finds light shining in the heart of a humble childhood friend.
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Rita's defiance prompts her to leave home and make her own living as a dancer in a nightclub. There she meets Pepito, an affluent businessman who pursues her avidly and presents to her a proposition: that she be his mistress and live in a house he bought for her. Rita accepts his proposal and in the course of living together she falls madly in love with a man she can never truly own.
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The Escudero mansion rests on a majestic estate against the backdrop of green fields. Inside, however, gloom and terror are cast upon the inhabitants by the head of the household, the formidable Don Emilio. Even Emilio's own sister, Esperanza, sends her children away to escape her brother's intolerable misdeeds. After many years and deaths in the family, Esperanza's daughter Sonia comes back a strong, grown woman and ready to put old Emilio in his rightful position and redeem the lives he mercilessly trampled on.
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For a woman with a face scarred by burns, Lourdes chooses to spend her time working than feeling sorry for herself. She realizes she must make both ends meet, especially that her family has abandoned her. Lourdes is resigned to living a solitary life, until she meets Cesar. For the first time in her life, Lourdes experiences love and companionship, but is Cesar noble enough to overlook Lourdes' hideous countenance?
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An impressive educational attainment is all Ador ever dreamed of for his son, Paulo. Ador is unable to take custody of this illegitimate son out of fear of his meddlesome but wage-earning wife. As Paulo strives to be whole despite the complexities of being left alone, he begins to contemplate whether Ador is in the position to expect much from his son when he himself is an unfit father.
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In an impoverished village where misery afflicts everyone like a common cold, a young sacristan upholds his belief in God and his family. Elmer persists in his service to the church despite his father's death and the lure of escape. His faith is put to its gravest trial yet as his own mother's grief directs her to sacrilege and a life of debauchery.
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Ana believes she is lucky to have a husband like Noel who is affectionate and sensitive to all her needs. It did not come as a surprise to her when kind Noel decides to adopt Arnel, Ana's rebellious younger brother. Despite her apprehensions, Ana respected her husband's decision. She never knew that day would bring her greatest regret, not until she learns that it is more than kindness that drives Noel to accept Arnel into their lives.
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Life is a journey and in every man's voyage he encounters a fork in the road that will test his ability to choose his destiny. This is Eric's story, and it starts with his father leaving the enormous responsibility of raising the family to his mother Emy. With the burden of a son who's still in school Emy resorts to being a prostitute. But it is this very same sacrifice that will make Eric take the road away from home to the bright lights of the city, oblivious of the more complex maze he is about to face.
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Joan visits her old aunt's fishing village in hopes of imparting the knowledge she acquired as a teacher. She encounters Sendong, whose mental condition never deterred him from being a loving man. Sendong's kindness, however, makes him the helpless target of cruel people, including his own mother. As Joan becomes deeply attached to Sendong, she realizes that this mentally ill man is bound to become her greatest teacher.
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Maggie has made peace with the idea of becoming an old maid, until she meets young Val. Val is ravishing, and his impulsive ways drive him to propose marriage to Maggie shortly after they met. The first stages of their romance are sweet, until the agonizing age difference starts to set in. Maggie becomes the breadwinner and this insults Val's ego. After sacrificing everything to make their marriage work, Maggie begins to wonder if life would have been sweeter had she remained single.
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In the midst of the chaos and disorder during the Japanese Occupation, Regina finds herself falling in love with an idealistic and courageous soldier, Mario. As fate would have it, war eventually tears them apart-and for years Regina is led to believe that her one true love has died in the hands of the country's foreign oppressors. But despite carving a new life and leaving the bittersweet memories of their relationship behind her, their love is put to the ultimate test when destiny brings them together in another cruel and uncertain fate.
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It is in orphan Anna's foster home where meets siblings Benny and Liza, new best friends whom she now considers family. She constantly defends them against the orphanage's resident bully Dodong, but later Anna finds out that this is just a small dilemma compared to the real reason the siblings had to live in the orphanage in the first place: the siblings' Uncle Peping, whom Benny believes to be good, raped Liza and threatened to kill them both if anybody else found out.
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When an aggravating illness afflicts her old mother, Gloria is given the responsibility of taking care of her younger brother, Francis. Gloria has a successful career, a loving husband, and two healthy children. However, Francis' presence in Gloria's home perturbs their peace, and worse, her marriage for Francis is not a little boy but a thirty-year-old man with an incurable case of autism.
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After four years of a blissful but childless marriage, an incessant void begins to set in between Poch and Ina. Although their marriage is successful in every aspect, Ina believes their incapacity to bear children is due to a lamentable flaw on her part. These anxieties unexpectedly break a family of two into solitary misery.
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Caught in the middle of his constantly bickering roommates, Adrian soon discovers the pitfalls of maintaining a peaceful household when another unexpected visitor arrives in his doorstep. For as Lyn becomes the unlikely source of rivalry between Dino and Jim, Adrian finds himself struggling to repair the strained friendships within their home-and deal with his growing affection for the woman that has completely changed their lives.
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Three boys from different families learn that friendship is possible even outside the boundaries of social status. They grow up believing their bond is bound to last until they reach a ripe old age. This belief meets a swift and tragic end as one of them reveals a lifelong secret.
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Precy, a widow, is plagued with the responsibility of dealing with her son's drug addiction. Playing the role of both father and mother, Precy cannot decide between being the disciplinarian father who will shake Ricky to his senses and being the compassionate mother who will hold Ricky in her arms throughout his battle with drugs.
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Every man has his one great love. But before Ramil could even get close to his, he witnesses his grandfather Cirilo hold on to his great love. During their youth, Cirilo and Dolores were young lovers, but were forced to separate because of their parents. Now widowed and old, Dolores comes back and refreshes Cirlio's bittersweet memories. Can one relive his one great love even in old age?
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When his wife's dreams of leading an affluent lifestyle become the driving force to their struggling marriage, Harry is left with the daunting task of pleasing Celo's unreasonable needs and demands through any means necessary. But with fate taking a different turn for the worse, Celo is suddenly torn between following her lifelong ambition and keeping a sworn promise of love and commitment against all odds.
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Julio is a blue-collar worker, who lives in a modest home with his family. He escapes into a private dream world through his regular correspondence with an anonymous pen pal based in Spain. In his letters, Julio claims he is a wealthy bachelor. His average life takes a dramatic turn when his pen pal, Diane, decides to visit the Philippines and meet Julio in person.
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On the eve of their silver anniversary, Marina and Caloy vow never to leave each other's side. This vow is broken the next morning as Marina finds Caloy lifeless on their bed. While grieving their father's death, the children begin to worry about their mother's sanity, for she expects her husband to fulfill his promise... even after death.
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Dana and Rose are best friends with traits that compliment each other- Rose is rich but slow-witted, and Dana is smart but poor. Both girls are eager to fulfill their dreams together as they are about to graduate from high school. But a grim encounter takes place on their prom night when Dana's cousin Nilo rapes Rose. Dana is catapulted into a difficult dilemma for Nilo's mother is their financial provider.
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Alex and Sonia, despite having two children, never fall short of loving Joy like their own. But their happy home crumbles when Joy's real parents show up to retrieve their daughter. Although Joy's biological mother tries hard to win Joy's affection, the girl's happy childhood with her foster family outweighs everything.
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A protective mother learns of her daughter's clandestine affair with a delinquent young man. She sends the girl away to a relative's remote house to keep her from danger. They are unaware that the real danger lurks in their chosen place of exile, for there lives a demented young woman.
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To evade the trauma of her best friend Christy's traumatic death, teenaged Margie migrates to America. Now an adult and with a family of her own, Margie goes back to her hometown after being summoned by her sick father. Still hesitant to see her loathed father, Margie comes home unaware that she is about to literally face the ghost of her past and realize the real reason behind Christy's suicide.
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Bored with the rustic life in the province, Carmen anticipates the letters of childhood friend Jessie who relates his exciting experiences in the city. When Jessie's mother dies, Carmen lives with Jessie who promises to marry her and to provide for her family's needs. It was an ideal setup for Carmen until she moves in with him and discovers his atrocious side which, in her innocence, she could never have imagined.
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In her youth, Magda was an intelligent woman whose beauty made her sought after by men. But because of her strong personality, Magda found it difficult to make romantic relationships work, and this is why she ended up with four daughters by different men. An unfortunate incident gave the fathers of these girls a chance to take their daughters back, except for Blessie. When diagnosed with a terminal disease years later, Magda summons her estranged daughters only to discover the painful truth that they are only after their inheritance.
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Janine was ambitious as a child, and this trait turned to her advantage as she grew up to become a top lawyer. Now a certified attorney, Janine eyes the prospect of becoming senior partner in a prestigious law firm. But Janine's stable life is perturbed when Ernesto seeks her services for his annulment case. Will Janine stop in her tracks considering that Ernesto is her one great love?
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Terence, Pacoy, Sonia, and Suzette are lifelong friends who have been with each other during good times. Now that they are about to face the bad times, none of them is really sure how their friendship would fare. Terence is confounded with a drug problem; Suzette is abandoned by her parents; and Sonia is dumped by a man who got her pregnant. Through these iniquities, Pacoy holds his faith in their friendship, and he could only hope that this could save them.
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Olga, an old maid, and Becka, a widow, decide to adopt orphans for the holidays. They encourage their socialite friend, Mila, and she agrees to do so, but only to enhance her social stature. With the arrival of plump Carlo, sweet Grace, and crippled Bobby in their lives, these three different women are about to share a singular Christmas spirit and learn life's greatest lessons from these little children.
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After failing in his career as an architect, a husband is seized by manic depression that eventually wrecks his happy marriage. To make things worse, he takes to drinking to the point that he becomes alcoholic. He and his wife resolve to go their separate ways, but their innocent child's faith creates a miracle.
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One mother carries the burden of guilt as she watches her daughters waste their lives away... Cielo, the eldest, marries young in order to escape their turbulent home but ends up in an unhappy marriage. The youngest, Millet, is in a rehabilitation center for drug dependents. She grows up resenting her mother for playing favorites. Leslie is the beautiful middle child, but she chooses to take part in an illicit affair with a married man.
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Theirs is the classic love story of a poor boy meets rich girl, and both fall in love. This does not end here though. Despite Jun's pure intentions and devotion, Christy's father believes that Jun will never be fit for his daughter. Christy chooses Jun and the humble life she was never accustomed to. However, their happy ending remains far at bay for Jun and Christy are about to face tribulations, and love alone cannot save them.
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Their enmity towards their respective fathers is what brought Allan and Arnel together as friends. They remained strong in offsetting each of their domestic angst until they are able to live amicable lives. However, a harrowing revelation is divulged, putting their sturdy friendship into its most difficult test yet.
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Just when she thought life would bring her nothing but misery, a crippled woman meets a soldier, who soon asks for her hand in marriage. Unable to reconcile with the fact that she found love despite her physical defect, her insecurities blind her from seeing her husband's devotion and essential goodness.
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An old woman returns to her daughter's home after several years. She is determined to spend her last days with her girl and her beloved granddaughter. The homecoming, however, proved to be far from a happy one for there are ties that have been severed because of a dismal past.
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One mother's wish for her only daughter is carried out when a handsome landlord asks the young woman to be his bride. Aside from the joy of luxury that this union promises, the mother is convinced that her son-in-law is a man of outstanding virtue. She is yet to unravel a dark secret that is bound to destroy her innocent's daughter's life.
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A young lady lives in discontent in spite of the fact that she has looks, wealth, and a loving father. She is utterly jealous of another girl who, despite her impoverished state, seems to be superior in many things. This envy grows into bitter hatred when her own father falls in love with the very object of her contempt.
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Being constantly compared to her intelligent younger sister caused Suzette to develop inferiority complex. To make matters worse, she has a speech defect that makes her an outcast among her family and peers. Relief finally came in the person of a sensitive boy named Arnold who understood Suzette as a person. But just as she started feeling the joy of being loved, Suzette learned that Arnold is terminally ill.
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Two brothers unite in a struggle against their mother's obnoxious behavior. The younger boy, sick of being the sheltered weakling, follows in his wild brother's footsteps. But in their desire to break away from their domestic crises, both brothers make the mistake of treading a dangerous path.
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Dante's homecoming disturbs the life in the quaint seaside village when he brings along his wife Nemia, a beautiful woman whose past profession as a prostitute just cannot be accepted by Dante's mother, the same way that Dante cannot accept his new stepfather Poldo. Dante's mistrust proves to be right when Poldo rapes Nemia, which the latter keeps to herself for fear of losing her husband and son.
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When poverty and lack of education become a hindrance to a young couple from falling in love, Dante takes it upon himself to strive harder and prepare for his uncertain future with the woman of his dreams, Celia. But as his career continues to struggle amidst the hardships and sacrifices, Dante is forced to make a grave decision in pursuing a love that crosses the boundaries of time and fate-with nothing left to offer but himself.
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A mother and her little daughter are reunited after many years of estrangement. The girl is unaware that it is her atrocious father who brought about their unwilled separation that led to a life of perennial sufferings. Although the child is craving for motherly affection, her mother is beset with a brain damage and trauma from a bitter past that may prove her unfit to raise a daughter.
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When Armand met the bewitchingly beautiful Sonia, he thought he was lucky to find romance amid his boring work. His job required a lot of travel, and he never expected that the routine of going to different secluded villages would take a different turn. Although Sonia was married, Armand could not resist her charm. Little did he know he was flirting with danger, for Sonia was a deranged woman with a dark past. With Armand in an isolated cottage and captivated by the obsessive Sonia, can he escape this predicament without putting his life at stake?
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When jealousy is confused with compassion, the result is an unexpected love born out of sympathy and regret. With her older sister's untimely death, Connie takes it upon herself to help the family that Carla had left behind. But as true feelings for her brother-in-law begin to surface, she is faced with the daunting task of making the ultimate sacrifice for the sake of everyone else's happiness in exchange for her own.
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A pair of lovers is caught between their political beliefs and their dream to pursue a peaceful life together. They soon decide to settle down and leave the vigilante group behind. Amidst their newfound freedom and happiness, they learn that their former allies are not about to let them go that easy.
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Abel and his family dress up as clowns and rely on party gigs for income. The family business goes down the drain when Abel's father dies, his mother grows ill, and his brother is diagnosed with schizophrenia. For a man who makes a living by bringing cheer to other people, Abel finds no humor in his present predicament.
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In her youth, Chuchie was a belligerent beauty with a string of promiscuous relationships with men. This disreputable past did not deter her from becoming a good mother; Chuchie loved her son and attended to his every need. But what happens if people from the days of her ignorance return to Chuchie's life with a vengeance?
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Chito is a modern-day Robin Hood- a thief who is essentially kind-hearted and generous to the less fortunate. He is aware that he is compromising moral principles, but because he is poor and without a family, Chito felt he had no choice. Chito's life takes a dramatic turn with the arrival of an old homeless lady named Mapol. After taking her in, he sees most of his late mother's endearing traits in the old woman. Chito never knew that this mysterious woman would change his life forever.
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Newlyweds Monto and Lilia experience a different kind of honeymoon. Lilia is young enough to be Monto's daughter, but their marital issues do not stem from this age difference- Monto is sadistic, and he takes pleasure in inflicting pain on his poor wife. Lilia resigns to her fate until she meets Monto's nephew, Tristan, who makes her feel special and loved for the first time in her life. But can Lilia and Tristan carry on a forbidden love affair when what stands between them is a heartless monster?
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Gaying, an old maid, gets the surprise of her life when a charming man sweeps her off her feet. Before she could decide whether her new prince, Johnny, is real or merely a dream, he presents her with a marriage proposal. As romance sweetly unfolds in her solitary life, Gaying suddenly gets a blow from the painful side of love when she realizes that Johnny merely mistook her for someone else.
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In a secluded barrio, supernatural creatures are said to be treading the area at night. One family believes that a mysterious presence frequently disturbs their peaceful cottage. After a series of unspeakable events, two sisters learn the real identity behind the monster in their midst.
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Due to poverty and their parents' abandonment, Tess was forced to take on the role of mother, father, and big sister to little Del until the latter grew up into a young woman. As Del experiences first love, Tess realizes that she had missed her youth because of domestic obligations. What Tess did not miss is heartbreak for as her body wore out from much work and self-sacrifice, Del got ready to leave her sister for the man in her life.
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A young man named Daniel witnesses the gruesome murder of an innocent boy. He faces a moral dilemma to either speak out for justice's sake or protect himself and his family by keeping his silence. Daniel finds his needed wisdom in his grandfather, Ignacio, who, was hounded by the same predicament in his youth but lived a life burdened by regret and guilt because of selfish decisions.
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In a village where people live rustic lives and dream simple dreams, a miracle takes place in the life of an ordinary girl- an apparition of the Blessed Virgin advocates Wilma to dig a well that will produce water with inexplicable healing powers. This former bucolic village soon becomes an empire of greed and irreverent business trade. Is this phenomenon a spiritual miracle or pure mayhem stemming from personal interests?
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A prodigal father returns to his estranged children only to find them settled in their own respective families. His fatherly instincts drive him to interfere with his children's squabbles with their respective spouses, but his genuine concern elicits rancor from his children who decide to shut him out of their lives like a menacing stranger.
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In the wake of the Mt. Pinatubo eruption, nearly a hundred of indigenous people suddenly found themselves homeless and drifting to Manila to seek a new life in the city. Like most of his clan, Basilio and his family soon learn the pains and difficulties of racial discrimination as they struggle to survive in their newfound home. But just as Basilio gets torn between their tradition and the grueling task of providing for his children, his friends and family are about to discover the true meaning of compassion when he makes the ultimate sacrifice for his beloved kin-proving that faith and humanity transcends all boundaries.
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When an innocent and simple-minded Bea finds herself sharing a room with a bold and wayward Violy, they inadvertently find common ground in their paralleled tales of domestic woes and heartaches. But as their unlikely friendship is put to the test with a string of false hopes and blinded love, Violy comes to a grave decision of ensuring that her troublesome past will not become her friend's grave and uncertain future.
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The twists and turns of fate lead a rich, haughty girl to find love in the most unexpected place: right in her very garden. But despite striking an unlikely friendship with the family's new gardener, Cherry soon finds herself torn between her growing affection for Kiko and the daunting process of building a relationship based on nothing but love-while the odds are forever going against them
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Three women of different generations share a common love for a man named Abel..Abel was raised by his possessive grandmother Caring, who eventually gives Abel's wife the cold shoulder. The turmoil in their home worsens when Abel's estranged mother returns after many years. While trying to resolve the conflicts involving the women he loves, Abel learns a dark secret behind this harrowing mess.
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Chito and Trina's household is considered happy in spite of their unconventional setup. Trina is a hardworking professional, while Chito is the homemaker who makes sure the needs of the children are met. Although their love for each other is undeniable, problems begin to surface when they become victims of ruthless rumors. To keep their family intact, Chito and Tina must remain strong against their detractors and work on a reversal of roles.
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How far will a man go to capture the heart of the woman he loves? This is the question that confounds old Nato who resorts to consulting the town's renowned faith-healer for answers. The faith-healer gives him a love potion guaranteed to make his beloved Celia reciprocate, but the plan backfires on him when Celia's sister Lumeng takes the potion instead.
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One man grew up believing that gambling is a fair game, especially for people like him who will struggle with poverty lest they succumb to this vice. Although this is his only means of trade, he knows that this activity compromises his principles as an essentially good man.
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A poignant story of one the most prominent figure in the show business - Tita Angge. Life for a movie fan is just as tough as the lives of characters portrayed by movie stars. Here is a true story of an unattractive girl with a big heart whose star shines bright amidst all her difficulties in life.
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Anton's extraordinary lifestyle is suddenly put to the test when his long-forgotten son, Alfie, pays him an untimely visit in his home. Left with no other choice but to hide his true identity from his child, Anton and the rest of his friends take the daunting task of appeasing the young man, who turns out to be homophobic, for the sake of acceptance and love.
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The tragic disappearance of one man brings despair to his brother and to the woman he left behind. In the process of healing, they fall in love and began a new life as a married couple. As they fully recover from their loss with each other's love and support, the long-lost brother unexpectedly returns.
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Her parents have always been Me-ann's role models for theirs is a marriage that is bound to last a lifetime. But she wakes up one day to the realization that their happy home is a mere show, and her father is actually leaving them for another family. Will this shatter Me-ann's faith in love, especially now that she has found the right man for her?
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True to any business venture, there are times when profit is not easy to come by. Financial crisis compels Ruby, a housewife, to find a job and leave her baby to the care of her trusted maid and newfound friend, Inday. Ruby's career takes off but her marriage suffers a downfall. She turns to Inday for refuge, unaware that her husband is taking the same action.
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Luis' death triggered chaos in his family because of a dark secret that he kept throughout his life. He was married to Celia, and they had two daughters, Grace and Cynthia. But Luis had a son (Rodel) with Laura, Celia's best friend. Grace and Cynthia fall in love with Rodel, unaware that they are competing for the affection of their own brother. Will this chaos be resolved especially that Luis is gone from their lives forever?
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While in hiding from a platoon of ruthless army soldiers, Lando, a guerilla, meets Talia, a girl living with her grandparents in a cottage by the foot of a mountain. Amidst the grim conditions of the revolution, Lando and Talia find love and joy in each other as they spend time in a rustic home together. But what used to be their peaceful abode is about to become a house of horror with the arrival of the sinister soldiers.
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Like any average child, Tyrone loves to spend his time playing and riding his bicycle. What his parents, Steve and Lorna, do not know is that unlike any average child, Tyrone has grave kidney problems. Tyrone's condition deteriorates in no time, and as his parents struggle to be strong amidst the uncertainty of Tyrone's survival, they never expect to find their much- needed strength from another child... a little girl named Sunshine.
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Toti is a typical country boy who tends pigs but dreams of making it big in the city. He grabs the offer of a trusted friend only to find out he makes a living by pimping innocent young boys to filthy foreigners. Toti soon realizes that life in the city is far from what he had in mind, and he'd rather remain in the company of real pigs.
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Rosalie's hardships do not end with juggling her responsibilities to her mother and daughters- the father of Rosalie's children is a married man. Thanks to women's divine friendship bordering on sisterhood, Rosalie can turn to Marian for comfort. Marian, on the other hand, is a mother and a wife to a philandering husband. These friends draw strength from each other, and eventually from their own mothers, proving that a solid bond among women can dispel any man-related woe.
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After many failed relationships, Gina finds true love in the person of a much older man. Her dilemma involves how to bring home her new beau to her stubborn father, unaware that this dreaded homecoming would patch up a relationship that has been broken since her childhood.
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Like a fairy tale, Eileen finally wins the man of her dreams after many struggles. But her love story doesn't seem to have a happy ending. Eileen knew early on she wasn't fit for a man like Anton. She is a product of a broken home- a typical party girl with a wild side and dark past. On the other hand, Anton is from a wealthy, prominent, and decent family. She made herself believe that love was enough to bridge their differences, but does her prince love her enough to fight for her?
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Ella falls in love for the first time, but her father strongly warns her against seeing Elmer for his mother Trining is known in the whole village as a voodoo practitioner. Despite Ador's threats, Ella and Elmer continue to see each other, and this puts Elmer's life in danger. Ella gets the surprise of her life when she learns that Trining was a significant part of her father's past.
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Although she is quite possessive of her son, Carmen suppresses her qualms when he first brings home his orphaned girlfriend, Michelle. She embraces Michelle like her own daughter and warmly welcomes her to their abode. But what seems to be an act of motherly kindness suddenly backfires and wrecks Carmen's perfect family.
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As an American-bred youth, going back to her rural home with unpleasant memories is a sordid affair for Lara. These sentiments, however, are totally opposite from that of Cynthia's, Lara's childhood bosom buddy who eagerly awaited her arrival. While Cynthia struggles with her friend's tremendous change, Lara inevitably faces a dark past involving her family.
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After his mother's untimely death, a guilt-ridden Noel spends his entire life struggling to gain his father's forgiveness and affection at the expense of his own dignity and pride. But when Nanding's new lover brings unexpected danger to their strained household, the years of anger and resentment take their toll on the estranged father and son-forcing Noel to make the ultimate sacrifice for the family he seeks to be a part of.
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With her friend Rizza always ending up as the constant victim to spoiled relationships, Jenny strives to become the ultimate career woman of the '90s. But just as she juggles work, success, and Rizza's occasional bouts of depression, Jenny soon finds herself as vulnerable as the girl-next-door- falling in love, getting her heart broken, and drawing strength and inspiration from the unlikeliest places.
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Adli and Erlin are childhood sweethearts savoring the warmth of each other's love on a beautiful mountain setting. But Adli is soon left alone when a tourist falls in love with Erlin and promises her a better life in America. Can the lure of grandeur and pleasure possibly weigh against true love and cultural grounding?
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For the love of his mother, Jason perseveres when everything in his life crumbles. Jason keeps his faith in his family despite his father's abandonment and extra-marital affair. When his girlfriend leaves him for another man, Jason remains loving to his sisters. However, when his mother slowly deteriorates right before his eyes, Jason realizes that he may not make it through without his pillar of strength.
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A battered son for many years, Marvin has become physically and emotionally numb to his cruel father's treatment. Just when he thought things couldn't get any worse, Marvin discovers that his father has another family. Marvin picks up the pieces of his life and decides to pursue his dreams. He finds comfort in his best friend's family and in his painting. But how can a man establish his life when his own father is after his ruin?
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After losing her mother and brothers to an earthquake, Rina decides to adopt a child who survived the calamity to aid her in the process of healing. By taking Ryan into her custody, Rina also fulfills her longtime dream of having a child. But she soon discovers that Ryan is not a normal kid. Rina is willing to overlook Ryan's flaw out of love, but her idealistic husband does not share her sentiments.
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Adli and Erlin are childhood sweethearts savoring the warmth of each other's love on a beautiful mountain setting. But Adli is soon left alone when a tourist falls in love with Erlin and promises her a better life in America. Can the lure of grandeur and pleasure possibly weigh against true love and cultural grounding?
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During a macabre period under the Japanese regime, many Filipino civilians were executed for treason. Pablo's life was spared when his wife Anita offered herself to a troop of filthy soldiers in exchange for her husband's freedom. After many days of merciless physical ravage, Anita comes home only to find her husband disgusted at her for the grave sacrifice she made.
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Little Doray and her brothers were given the task by their parents to fend for the family. When a social worker learns about the rampant child labor in Doray's community, she offers to help Doray through different means, including an opportunity to pursue education. At her tender age, can Doray bear to leave her cruel parents for the sake of her well-being and future?
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Amanda was not surprised when she learned that her friend and officemate Helen was having an illicit affair with the married boss. She knew that Helen was just in it for the money. But when mysterious events began to take place in their usually peaceful office, Amanda is bothered and unwilling to doubt Helen's character especially that she has developed a friendship with this woman who has confided all her life's tragedies to her.
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After a tragedy that takes the life of her only sister, Mameng takes the responsibility of raising Omar and Rhoda. She devotes her life to them to the point of foregoing her own happiness. Now an old maid with Alzheimer's disease, Mameng becomes a burden to Omar and Rhoda. Will Omar and Rhoda get on with their lives and give up Mameng to a retirement home or will they reciprocate Mameng's selfless love?
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Unlike many formidable landlords, Don Anton runs a vast coffee plantation amicably with his workers. His kindness and jovial disposition endear him to all his subordinates. This peaceful land is perturbed when Don Anton loses his eldest son to a freak accident, provoking a dark side to his character that no one has ever seen or imagined.
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As a troubled teenager, Abby chooses to be indifferent to her parents, whose marriage is purely a social façade. To obliterate these domestic quandaries, Abby rebels against their rules and abides by her own whims regardless of the danger it entails. Abby's parents are then compelled to intervene, but can they impose discipline on her when they themselves are emotional wrecks?
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At a glance, Riza, Anton, and their little son seem to be the ideal family. Other than having strong ties, they enjoy a comfortable life. But in reality, Riza is a bored housewife, whose accidental encounter with Daniel ushers in a different kind of excitement. Daniel is charming, and his profession as a journalist fascinates Riza. Before she could realize the impending consequences of her actions, Riza is already carrying on an affair with Daniel.
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Jojo is a battered son who is ridiculed for his speech defect. Agnes is a sickly girl with plain looks. They are both outcasts in school, but they survive other people's mockery by relying on each other for comfort. They soon fall in love and finally learn what happiness is, but people around them insist on depriving them of it. Can two queer and weak individuals love each other strong enough to surpass cruel judgments?
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Charlie and Glenn's friendship is as solid as genuine brotherhood, but it is no give and take relationship. Glenn always takes the lead, while Charlie plays second fiddle, even in the game of love. This cycle of injustice comes to a close when Glenn stands as husband and father to Charlie's abandoned family.
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At a young age, Elisa was separated from her surrogate brother, Buster, whom she loved dearly like her own. They meet unexpectedly several years later in unpleasant circumstances, thus forcing Elisa to resent every detail of their past involvement. Nevertheless, they soon realize that hatred can turn into love, and filial love can blossom into romance.
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When his girlfriend left, Charlson was forced to take on all parental responsibilities at the age of sixteen. It was difficult being a single father for someone like him who is emotionally incompetent, and this caused a gap between him and son Carl. Fate ushers in a woman by the name of Christy, who has all the qualities that could help Charlson and Carl experience the true meaning of family. But is Charlson willing to finally open himself up to a woman?
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On the eve of their seventh-year anniversary as lovers, Jomar presents the blueprint of their future home to Mercy along with a sweet marriage proposal. But before they are able to exchange vows, Jomar falls into a coma after being attacked by robbers. Mercy keeps the faith, and she pursues preparations for their wedding. But Mercy's troubles reach greater heights with the arrival of two women- Jomar's mother who loathes her and a girl from Jomar's childhood who claims to be more than just a part of his past.
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Anton is a devoted teacher of theater arts. His dedication to his craft inspires everyone in his path and reshapes the lives of every youth he encounters. With the arrival of his firstborn, Anton is elated at the prospect of grooming the life of his own son this time. This brilliant teacher, however, soon learns that his only son has an incurable mental defect.
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Leaving her husband and children to work in California was the toughest decision Cecille had to make. Nevertheless, she is aware that it is the only way to guarantee a bright future for her family. As Cecille gets ready for her departure, her solid relationship with her mother Rosario turns sour because of the return of her estranged father. Cecille's trip to the US then becomes a means of escape, until she learns that Rosario is afflicted with cancer.
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Arnel is satisfied with his life, which involves plowing the fields daily and serving his family. But in his preoccupation, he fails to sense his father's personal prejudice against him. To make matters worse, he unwillingly neglects the only person who genuinely cares for him. Arnel's dogged devotion, in time, becomes futile and dooms him to a life of misery and regret.
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Like many extra-marital affairs, Evelyn's relationship did not work out, leaving her alone and pregnant. Despite the dejection, Evelyn embarks on a decent life for her child's sake, unaware her past mistake would catch up on them. Society refuses to pardon Evelyn for her past associations, and the greatest pain she must endure is the shame she is unwillingly passing on to her innocent son.
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Although Azon is old enough to get married and settle down, she realizes that planning her own life is impossible, for her sickly mother and spoiled siblings all depend on her to meet their financial needs. When her health begins to deteriorate and when she sees her siblings waste their lives on useless vices, Azon finally unleashes her fury. Instead of supporting Azon, her mother rebukes her for her harshness and reveals a lifelong secret that will hound Azon forever.
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Being the protective sister that she is, Carla sees to it that every boy interested in Dinty is good enough for her younger sister. When Dinty goes steady with a guy named Berns, Carla is restless for she believes that Berns is the typical male who cannot be trusted with a serious relationship. Carla realizes later on that she misjudged Berns, and worse, Carla begins to develop special feelings for her sister's boyfriend.
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Abby will never forget the summer she fell in love with Lester. But unlike most first loves, Abby's relationship with Lester did not turn out sweet as she expected. Lester is a troubled youth whose unpredictable temperament worries young Abby's family. Will Abby's first love become her greatest romance or will it just turn into a fond memory in the end?
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Two sisters grew up in the custody of their grandparents, aware that their own parents abandoned them to pursue new lives. As their mother comes back after many years, is it still possible to revive a relationship that was never established in the first place?
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A sworn vow of love against all odds is suddenly put to the test when Aileen stumbles upon her husband's grave illness a little too late. Faced with the daunting task of tending to Ramon's incurable mental disease, Aileen soon finds herself on the crossroads of regret and undying affection-until she learns the value of keeping the solemn promise she had made to the man she loves.
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When a renowned family suffers the loss of their matriarch, the wayward son returns home to repair the strained relationships he had once left behind. Blinded by his renewed ties with the father he had grown to admire and respect, Teddy inadvertently brings the tragic downfall of his clan-with his wife Esther falling victim to the deadly corruption that has secretly plagued the entire household.
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As a young girl, Carolina showed much promise in the field of the arts- she has commendable writing skills and an eye for drawing. Tragedy takes place in her life at the age of nine when an eye surgery fails to save her vision. Despite this, Carolina strives to grow up like any normal girl until she graduates from college. Life after school tests.
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After seven years of bliss, problems begin to surface in the marriage of a couple. The wife's physical aging triggers insecurity on her part especially that her younger husband hardly changed in any aspect. As they battle their harrowing age difference, they are forced to reassess the depth of their love for each other.
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In a generation where virginity at the age of twenty-five is a shame, Francis regrets having a prude and unaffectionate girlfriend who has deprived him of any intimacy in spite of their seven-year relationship. Francis believes that the only person who understands him is his best friend, Jake, but the latter is promiscuous. When Francis meets the seductive Nadia, he knew his much-awaited moment has finally come... until he learns that Jake wants Nadia as well.
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As a lonely orphan, Janet finds solace in music, especially when her only friend Jose leaves for the city. When Jose comes home after many years, he breaks the news that he is engaged to Rica. In times of desolation, Janet turns to music for comfort, but even this is deprived of her as her health deteriorates because of leukemia. Jose stays by Janet's side but faces the threat of losing the other special girl in his life.
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Growing up in the same neighborhood, Joanne and Leslie never spent a minute apart, especially when Leslie's mother died- an event that turned him into a troubled young boy. But they become too close for comfort, and this closeness resulted to Joanne's scandalous pregnancy. Aside from disgrace, Joanne and Leslie face the harrowing threat of premature parenthood and the fact that they are practically children who are not even romantically involved with each other.
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Still single at the age of thirty-two, Bernadette painfully recalls her childhood as she is often teased for her unsightly appearance. Now that she has gained confidence in her much-improved looks and soaring career, Bernadette should have become happy, but not until her family gives her the respect she needs. To alleviate her loneliness, Bernadette decides to have a baby; however, her new bundle of joy causes her father to disown her.
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Agnes is a blissful new bride, but her parents disapprove of her husband Steve because of his incapacity to provide her with the luxurious kind of life she is used to. She couldn't care less because she loves Steve. But when the pressure from Agnes' high society parents takes its toll on Steve who decides to turn to drinking, she begins to contemplate on her parents' advice.
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Sibling rivalry is one factor that tears families apart. In the case of these three sisters, their differences are beyond the capacity of their old mother to settle. How can the eldest daughter take her stand and save her family from further desolation?
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Their eighteen-year estrangement did not deter Shirley from being her daddy's little girl. She devotes her time to her paralyzed old father who had suffered a severe stroke. No amount of time is enough to make up for the long period of their separation, but Shirley is also mother and a wife, and she is forced to weigh what is more important in her life.
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In spite of the fact that they can no longer bear another child, Paeng and Isabel are content with little Monette. Monette is a sweet girl whose qualities make her the pride and joy of her parents. To ensure Monette's future, Isabel leaves her low-paying job and works in Hong Kong. An unthinkable tragedy, however, takes place when Monette is violently assaulted by one of Paeng's employees.
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After a long period of arduous labor in the middle east, Rudy finally comes home to his family with bright plans for their future. Shortly after his arrival, he meets a road accident that takes the life of a little boy. Rudy is aware that the unfortunate accident was partly due to the boy's negligence; however, the boy's cunning father is determined to turn this tragedy to his advantage.
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One Christmas eve, a mother prepares a special dinner in hopes of gathering her sons on this special occasion. However, this simple wish proves to be impossible in their home. Little Cio is diagnosed with a terminal disease, and Dexter refuses to forgive his mother for running off with another man after his father's death. As a new year starts, this mother realizes that she is slowly losing her sons- one to death and one to bitter memories of the past.
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Coney has long dreamed of walking down the aisle and marrying Gabby, her live-in partner of two years. But because Gabby is considered head of the family, in place of his deceased father, Coney contents herself as second priority in Gabby's life. When they finally move in a place of their own, Coney knew her dream of marriage is about to come true. She never thought that being alone with Gabby would impel her to reconsider her wishes.
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Dancing traffic enforcer Ben gets the shock of his life when Flor, his long-absent wife of five years, goes home to win their son over. Suddenly, the house becomes a battleground to earn their son Mike's affections, until Mike calls a halt to the war. And with the truce the couple falls in love again, but as Ben tries to rekindle the old flame he meets John, his wife's new foreigner fiancé.
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Dindo's weak character humiliated his father, compelling the latter to shift his attention to Dindo's amiable and robust friend Randy. But Randy's life was cut short because of an accident, which Dindo felt he was responsible for. Dindo runs away to the city and returns several years later as an educated young man with the kind of confidence he never had as a child. His father, however, remains indifferent and cold towards him.
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In a home where their father lives harmoniously with two women, half-brothers Don and Chad become best friends regardless of inevitable competition. But when Don leaves for America, his girlfriend falls in love with Chad. This seemingly trivial puppy love becomes a source of anguish for both families as they are forced to reexamine the unconventional structure of what they call "home".
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For Margie and her husband, nothing is more shameful for a well-to-do family than to be suddenly hurled into poverty. Yet another conflict is triggered when Margie's ill brother moves in with them, aggravating their financial needs. Despite this, an unlikely bond develops between their little son and the dying uncle who teaches the boy valuable lessons in life.
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Agnes grew up resenting her parents for allowing domestic violence to exist in their home. When she finally establishes her own life and career, Agnes credits her own sensibility, until she falls prey to the charm of a man with an abusive family. With all her ideals intact, Agnes never knew history would repeat itself, and she would become a battered wife.
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Although Myla is a dedicated social worker, she is far from ecstatic when she learns of her new assignment. She is sent to serve in an isolated hospital for patients afflicted with leprosy. While trying to deal with her repulsion, Myla's life changes as she becomes exposed to the harsh realities of these lepers, who would soon become her most-treasured friends.
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Years of resentment and bitterness take their toll on a family's efforts in an unlikely reunion as an old couple discovers the grave repercussions of their long absence towards Myrna, the daughter they had once set up for adoption. But as they try desperately to gain the young woman's forgiveness and respect, their son Richard takes it upon himself to pick up the pieces of their broken family and finally save his loved ones from leading a new life filled with anger and regret.
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Growing up is hard for teenagers, especially in the case of Josephine who finds herself attracted to other women. This was not alarming for her parents until Jo decides to elope with Tetchie. Jo is delighted to find happiness despite being queer; however, her infatuation towards Tetchie betrays her good sense. Josephine fails to see that beyond Tetchie's beauty is a confused woman who is not over her broken engagement to boyfriend Gil.
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All her life, Blessie regards physical pain as a natural thing. Her constantly drunk father beats her and her mother up. What torments Blessie is the emotional wound her mother endures just to keep their family intact. After one of the many instances she was locked in a cramp and dark closet, Blessie realizes she no longer feels love for this man she calls father.
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Helen has everything going for her- she goes to America to work as an immigrant, taking her daughter with her and waiting for her boyfriend to join them there. But things didn't turn out as planned. Helen experiences discrimination as a foreigner, and a horrible tragedy strikes when Julie is shot by a madman. Is there any chance for her to pick up her life's pieces now that all her plans are shattered?
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After a failed marriage to Henry, Bettina vowed to do everything to make her second marriage work, and this includes putting up with Dino who turned out to be a wife-beater. But this unreasonable devotion soon affects even the safety and well-being of her only daughter, prompting Henry to interfere. While trying to protect their daughter, Bettina and Henry suddenly realize that they have not quite gotten over each other.
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Unlike most mother-daughter bonds, Rona and her adoptive daughter Arlene share a relationship that is founded on contempt. Rona is convinced that the rift is due to their contrasting personalities, until she learns an obscene secret involving her own husband and Arlene.
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The death of the man in her life marks a new hope for Pearl- she detaches herself from her atrocious past as a common-law wife for the sake of her daughter. Alongside the promise of a new life with a man named Robbie, an appalling revelation is divulged to Pearl, and she is forced to decide whether she is willing to commit the same mistake in the name of love.
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Surpassing the difficulties of a long-distance relationship, Ramon and Teresa finally decide to tie the knot. But when Ramon met an accident that amputated both his legs, Teresa took his no-show at their engagement party as outright abandonment. To make things worse, Teresa received false news that Ramon changed his mind and ran off. How can Ramon rise to his own defense when he is disabled and far from Teresa?
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Mrs. Nuguid's compound is composed of a small community of people with various temperaments. Here lives an embezzling employee, who beats up his wife regularly, and with them lives a frustrated musical performer. Next door lives a good man and his unfaithful wife, who is apparently a teacher. The daily occurrences in this neighborhood are seen differently from the eyes of Dennis, a sensitive young boy who dreams of becoming a writer but is discouraged by his gaudy mother.
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An unlikely bond develops between teacher Venus and her student Jessie. Jessie is considered eccentric by his schoolmates because of his behavior and fascination for butterflies. But Venus believes that Jessie is merely misunderstood and that his abusive father is the source of Jessie's troubles. This kind teacher gets the shock of her life when Jessie reveals his dark side a few days before her wedding.
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Outgoing and free-spirited, Libay is a party girl who earns a living by dancing. Typical of women with such lifestyles, she soon finds herself poor and pregnant out of wedlock. Rejected by the child's father and without any prospect of romance, Libay is forced to tread the road to motherhood the hard way.
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In a society where a woman's beauty is characterized by fair skin and straight hair, a little black girl, Teresa, is treated an outcast. She banks on her family for comfort while enduring pranks and denigration. Nevertheless, her faith wavers as she discovers that her own family regards her with the same disdain.
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Jake returns to his homeland in the hopes of rekindling ties with his estranged stepmother. He inadvertently meets Donna, a kindhearted prostitute who saves him from an unexpectedly dangerous night out in town. Despite their differences, Jake and Donna immediately strike a unique friendship that soon blossoms into romance. As their opposite worlds begin to collide, Jake finds a way to fight for their relationship and prove to everyone that love indeed conquers all.
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A man's dream to provide his family with a life of comfort is fulfilled when he worked overseas and earned dollars. Being away from his wife, however, made him vulnerable to temptation, and the fatal consequences of his infidelity not only affected him but his innocent family as well.
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Homeless and alone in life, Emman wanders off to different places, settles down briefly, and leaves whenever he pleases. His life as a vagabond teaches Emman not to be attached to any place, and more importantly, to anyone. In a temporary home in the city, his emotions are startled upon finding a family who embraces him with a kind of love he has never known.
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John is among a group of indigent young boys victimized by a twisted judicial system. They are framed up to pay for crimes they never committed. In their miserable existence, they find hope in a shelter for juvenile delinquents. Through the love of a compassionate woman, these boys learn what life and friendship is all about.
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In the line of duty, Greg gets crippled, forcing him to retire from the army. He takes out his misery on his innocent adopted son. The boy grows up numb to Greg's constant maltreatment, but as the gap between them grew, a past secret is suddenly revealed to them, a secret that is supposed to mend broken relationships, if only it wasn't too late.
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Now in their golden years, Ben and Aida decide it is high time to hold a grand family reunion vis-à-vis a Christmas celebration. But instead of fireworks, disagreements explode among the family members who have grown distant and different over the years. What was originally planned as a joyous affair becomes a tumultuous revelation of withheld resentments.
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Alex and Sonia, despite having two children, never fall short of loving Joy like their own. But their happy home crumbles when Joy's real parents show up to retrieve their daughter. Although Joy's biological mother tries hard to win Joy's affection, the girl's happy childhood with her foster family outweighs everything.
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Two brothers with different personalities fall prey to love and passion one fateful summer. Paulo is the audacious elder brother, who takes after his father, and Obet is the cowardly younger brother, who is sheltered by his mother. Their clashes usually revolve around opposing beliefs, but they are bound to face their greatest conflict with the arrival of two beautiful sisters from a rich and powerful clan.
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Now that she's married to a loving and handsome engineer, Amanda decides to put her shameful past behind her and forget her mother Tea in prison. But then Tea is granted a parole, and she begins searching for the daughter she missed for many years. Will it be a happy reunion for the mother and daughter, or a devastating drawback for the daughter in denial?
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Andrea has the world on the palm of her hands- she is a certified physician at a relatively young age, and she engaged to a handsome fellow-doctor. Her sweet life is disrupted when she encounters her estranged mother in the hospital, dying of a terminal illness. Can the prospect of death be reason enough for Andrea to forego the memories of years of solitude and hatred.
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In spite of her extensive experience in romance, Maricar learns the most valuable lesson in love from her sickly younger sister, Lisa. Maricar dreads commitment and opts to simply enjoy the company of men. But she soon realizes what she's missing, but only after seeing frail Lisa love fearlessly and at her own life's expense.
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When she was young, Amor was prevented by her wealthy father to see Fidel who was merely a farmer. Her father's determination to separate them drove him to take Amor away. In spite of the forty years that have passed and the individual families they've had, Amor and Fidel reunite. While their relationship as an old couple is mocked by people, even their own families, Amor and Fidel are bent on proving that true love knows no bounds.
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Andres is fearless in expressing his political views through poetry and protest demonstrations. He knew what he wanted for the country but not for his personal life. Though fighting for a cause brings Andres fulfillment, he feels lonely every time he comes home. He knew this void would soon be filled when he met Amanda. But how can a man of noble character and principles argue against the fact that he has fallen in love with a married woman?
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Captain Mori is a Japanese officer who weeps every night for his dead son and estranged family. Amboy, on the other hand, is the little son of a Filipino guerilla couple. Is it possible for these two individuals to develop a friendship when their countries are waging wars? For little Ambo and his "Oto San"(Mori), even at times of atrocity, a pure heart can recognize a good soul, and even enemies can become true friends.
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A mother who works as an abortionist, unknown to her family, accidentally aborts her son's unborn child.
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As lifelong buddies, Jessie and Billie's unrelenting support to each other is what gets them going through painful breakups. Jessie eventually falls in love with Billie but suppresses it to save their friendship. Billie, on the other hand, is having difficulty finding a man because she compares every guy she dates to Jessie. When the love between them becomes too obvious for comfort, will Jessie and Billie have the courage to take their relationship to a deeper level?
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Growing up in a slum area, an average day in Ito's life includes seeing neighbors kill one another and police officers arresting drug dealers and users in the area. Although Ito is essentially good, his innocence is not spared from being corrupted, and this is because he shares a home with an ex-cop father and a blind grandmother who pressures Ito to bring home the bacon, never mind if it is earned through unrighteous means.
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Thinking that she has been an orphan all of her life, Carla's world is turned upside down when her dying grandmother finally unveils the shocking secret of the biological mother she never knew. After discovering that her parents and siblings are still alive, Carla embarks on a journey of acceptance and self-discovery as she starts her life anew with her real family-amid the trials and pitfalls of leaving her old, normal life behind.
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After an accident that left his mother blind and crippled, Ronilo was forced to give up his teaching job despite his love for this vocation. But serving his mother full time was not enough to make her happy. The old woman demanded that Ronilo gives up his lover, Michael. For the love of his mother, Ronilo sacrificed everything until he realized that he has become just as blind and crippled in life as his mother.
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Vida spends her life wallowing in every pleasure the world has to offer. But when she is suddenly diagnosed with a terminal disease, she realizes she has little time left. She then turns to the family she used to neglect. Losing everything she once loved as leisure, she gains what is most essential in life
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For this impeccable wedding planner, every wedding must be perfect down to the minutest detail. But when it was Elisa's turn to walk down the aisle, she was seized with anxiety and distracted by another man. Is it too late for her to realize that a wedding's beauty lies on the love between the couple and not on the grandiose ceremony?
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Though he has his own parents, Gil feels no different from an average orphan because his mom and dad have each moved on with their respective new families. To compensate for this absence, Gil frequents a retirement home where he spends time with old people abandoned by their loved ones. Through a special senior couple, Eking and Ligaya, Gil understands the meaning of family.
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Three college roommates learn what growing up and being there for each other really means.
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A young boy stricken with Epilepsy struggles to be accepted as "normal" by his own family, his girlfriend and his rural community.
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Marsha's marriage to a worthless drunkard hands her the enormous responsibility of raising ten children on her own, and this financial bind forces her to cut back on her one true happiness: watching movies. Soon tables turn and a movie star reaches down to her, but the fulfillment of her dream alienates her child Karina, who starts feeling neglected by her mother.
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The men of the Valero clan are noted for their valiant service in the army. This is why when Ado opted to live peacefully in a farm with his family, his father intervened and forced him to fight in the Mindanao war. Ado never came back from battle, and this affected his wife's sanity. But it was their daughter who suffered most with the events that took place. Now a grown woman and working as a nurse in a mental hospital for war veterans, Estrella is yet to discover the mystery behind her father's disappearance.
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Linda's love for her son Diego sends her running away from an abusive husband and peddling different items on the streets to provide for Diego. While roaming around a crowded port area, looking for potential customers, Linda accidentally loses Diego. While Linda is spending an agonizing lifetime looking for her son, Diego is growing up under the impression that his mother deliberately abandoned him.
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For eight years, Ernest and Eddie were in a relationship society calls taboo. Ernest is a homosexual with a heart of gold- he serves Eddie like a real wife and supports even the latter's family. Their queer but happy home is shattered when Eddie falls in love with a woman, who soon bears him a son. Despite his broken heart, Ernest remains a friend to Eddie through all his marital problems. With his feelings fervent as ever, can Ernest maintain a platonic relationship with his married former lover?
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A mother struggles to survive what's left of her family in lahar-stricken town of Pampanga, while a pregnant Aeta and her young daughter got stranded due to labor pains in the same town just before Christmas.
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After being betrayed by her fiancé days before their wedding, a young woman vows never to set eyes on any man again. With the help of a special young man she learns that it is possible to get a second chance at love; however, her faith in God and love wavers once more as she discovers the true calling of the new man in her life.
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Little Analyn was rescued from a vicious father and taken to a foster home where love presides. She is embraced by Rosa like a real daughter; nevertheless, they soon face a crucial dilemma when Rosa is asked to abide by her sworn statement to the adoption center, and she must release Analyn to her eligible adoptive parents.
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Men are supposed to be equal, but the existence of physical disability can sometimes cause disparity. Nevertheless there are people who, despite certain deformities, manage to succeed in life, while the perfectly normal in body and mind live in failure and desolation. This is the inspiring life story of Susan and her travails to succeed where her mother failed.
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A case of mistaken identities and spoiled dreams disrupt an otherwise peaceful life for Gloria and her family in the countryside. As an admirer from a foreign land pays Brooke an untimely visit in her home, she soon finds herself entangled in a quirky love triangle involving the man of her dreams and her trusted friend and aunt. But as the series of lies and misunderstandings begin to unravel, Tom, Gloria and Brooke learn the odd twists and turns of fate-and finding love at the unlikeliest places.
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May-December affair in rural Philippines, Itoy was always set to marry Neng as far as their parents are concern, but Itoy eloped with his highschool teacher, Ms. Valdez.
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Robert and Pearl opened their home as a shelter for people with various disabilities. Not only did they take care of the disabled- they helped them recognize and enhance their talents. When Pearl was diagnosed with a terminal disease, she never drew attention to her own condition. Pearl and her family continued their noble service, believing that Pearl can draw strength from these people that the world dismissed as handicaps.
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A hardworking husband devotes himself entirely to his beloved family. After ten years of marriage, his wife astonishes him by leaving their home. He is left with no choice but to endure the agony of being alone, and worse, he learns the disgraceful fact that his wife left him for another woman.
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Raffy just proposed to his pregnant girlfriend when his first love of seven years ago returned back from the states after leaving without any explanation, with a 7 year old boy.
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Brothers Teban and Nestor share a special bond that is soon wrecked by their own father. Though younger, Teban upholds his faith in Nestor even if the latter falls into drug dependency. But as their father becomes more unsympathetic to the rebellious Nestor, the latter takes it out on the innocent Teban. In this vicious family cycle, Teban and Nestor have yet to learn the bounds of brotherly love.
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For a kid living in a small barrio where the importance of education is undermined, Reden is intelligent and driven. He strives to graduate with honors to rescue his mother and siblings from his abusive father. But on the verge of accomplishing his goals, Reden faces his greatest trial as his mother suffers a nervous breakdown that will deprive her of sanity forever.
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Beneath the darkness of Dina's skin is a girl whose pride will not allow insults and criticism to put her down. But with her family's extreme poverty, Dina learns that making a decent living with an ugly appearance is tough. She succumbs to dancing in a club with a few pieces of clothing on and a mask to conceal her unsightly features. Weary of a demeaning life, Dina evaluates what should matter more- self-respect or survival.
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When a young couple discovers that their only child has only a few months to live, the unexpected revelation strains their relationship for good. But as they struggle to accept Jenny's terminal illness, Adela is forced to deal with her crippling fear and bitterness upon discovering her daughter's admirable courage in the face of sheer adversity and defeat.
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Back in the sixties, Walter Navarro was a promising young singer/actor with debonair looks that earned him lead roles opposite the most prominent movie actresses. A few years later, Walter was a washout celebrity with a deteriorating health and a shameful speech defect. It will take the unconditional love of a simple woman named Bubut to restore Walter's will to live and to assure him that his star still shines in the hearts of many.
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The day of Sarah and Melvin's wedding could have been the beginning of a beautiful romance. However, in the midst of the ceremony, Melvin collapses. Melvin's mother comes forward with the confession that Melvin is afflicted with a genetic disease, making him numb and unable to control his muscles. Although Sarah is willing to undergo the painful task of caring for an impotent husband, Melvin comes to terms with his disease with much anger, for it has turned his honeymoon into a nightmare.
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Fredo, an old landlord, is detested by his servants and the people in the estate because of his bad temper. What everybody doesn't know is that Fredo is just an old bachelor with a broken heart, and his past despair over a failed relationship robbed his joy forever. By sheer twist of fate, Fredo meets an accident that resulted to selective amnesia. His memory lapse brings him back to the time of his youth. Is this a chance for Fredo to correct a past mistake and, perhaps, win back the heart of his one true love?
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Her success as a doctor in the US is a mere consolation for Therese. Deep in her heart, she believes joy can only be possible once she finds her long-lost family. Therese returns to her country, after a rampant toxic-waste contamination from US naval ships, to treat young leukemia patients. In one of her medical missions, Therese encounters a cynical father who turns out to be a significant part of her mysterious roots.
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Siblings Antonio and Anita vow to stay together especially that they are both old and still single. Although their lives lack the excitement and passion romance entails, their devotion to each other brings them contentment. Raul arrives as a new hired hand in their small business, and his presence suddenly ignites feelings that are strange to Antonio and Anita. As these docile siblings become drawn to Raul, a dark secret is bound to be revealed and to change their lives forever.
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The country found its most gifted musician in the person of Levi Celerio. A child prodigy, Levi grew up to become a cultural legend and a National Artist for Music. Yet his life wasn't all glory. Levi's four thousand compositions were inspired by a childhood deprived of fatherly love, frustrations, and lost loves, and his magnum opus delved on his precious, bittersweet bond with his mother. Like the sublime Mozart, Levi Celerio died with little fortune in his hands but with an amazing wealth of honor in his name.
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When Gloria's son Gino witnesses his own father's brutal murder, the child becomes traumatized for life. To finance the child's medical treatment, the indigent Gloria concedes to the role of becoming the mistress of the formidable but ruthless Robert. Just when she thought life with Robert couldn't get any worse, Gloria learns that her misfortunes are all part of this vile man's master plan.
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Unlike most childhoods, Gino's is far from a happy one. He is treated an outcast by townspeople after a freak accident that took the life of his best friend. Growing up paying for Allan's death, Gino is forced to flee and stray in the city streets. As a grown man, he realizes his only hope to move forward is to go back to his hometown and face the ghosts of his past. Will Gino's return prove that time heals all wounds?
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After a series of failed relationships, Raymond experiences joy in his friendship with Miles. The good times he shares with her convinces Raymond that romance is not everything one needs in life to be happy. However, Raymond and Miles find themselves falling in love with each other. The anxiety does not end here- Raymond is gay, and he is having qualms about being intimate with a woman.
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Tony's disgraceful academic record leaves his father no choice but to send him to the US to teach him a lesson. Devastated, he invites his friends to a drinking spree, which even class brain Jayvee accepts despite final exams the next day. The hangover makes Jayvee lose his focus, so he opts to cheat instead. He almost gets caught, but Tony saves him and takes all the blame. All this unfolds under the watchful eye of their activist friend Carlo, who now faces the dilemma of fighting for the right cause or keeping their friendship intact.
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In a public park, a homeless couple and four strangers build a family regardless of their different backgrounds. Their simple joy of being together is threatened to end by adverse circumstances. Despite the uncertainty of their predicament on the streets and the clash of their differing personalities, a young boy teaches them the great lesson of love, how it can make relationships stable amidst a chaotic society.
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A powerful political clan, Lazaro's family suffers a double blow when the patriarch Jose dies and Lazaro's father, a congressional candidate, gets left behind by his campaign manager. This becomes an opportunity for Lazaro to enter the world of politics as his father's campaign manager, but he later gets disillusioned when his family's skeletons start coming out of the closet.
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Mocked for her mother's dark skin and indigenous roots, Jasmine grows up ashamed of her own race. But because her fair skin could pass her off as an average citizen, Jasmine goes to the city where she lives a life of endless lies. Now married to an affluent man, Jasmine is convinced that she had escaped her debasing past. This denial slowly consumes her peace until she realizes that the mother she abandoned is the reason why she is in a glorified position at present.
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Does a man cease being a father once time and distance separate him from his son? Chris learns the answer when he finds his father after many years of estrangement. The old man's past desertion marks an incessant pain in Chris' heart, until he realizes he himself is no perfect father to his own child.
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Devastated by her husband's sudden death, Isabel takes his place in the rebel force. But her new life--in hiding from the military--separated her from her infant son. An unexpected twist in Isabel's dangerous life came in the form of Sgt. Adan who soon crosses paths with her son, Eric, and becomes the boy's surrogate father. Isabel's cause and political ideals turn futile as her own son joins her ultimate nemesis.
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Ron and Cheryl are lovers that are out to prove that young love can indeed be true love. Their families condemned their premature passion, especially after Cheryl conceived a child. Nevertheless, Ron and Cheryl drew strength from each other, and this fortified their bond. But can true love win against death?
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Susan is a victim of life's irksome ironies- she is a barren obstetrician with a bitter history of failed romances. As penance for falling in love with Ramil, a married man, Susan helps his sickly wife endure a critical pregnancy. Susan learns in time that her knowledge and intelligence will fail her where emotions are concerned.
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Having witnessed the harrowing rape of a friend, Nanette is convinced that the only way to rid of the trauma is to move to another home. Nanette ends up in a boarding house, but horror strikes again when she begins to see ghostly sightings of a raped and murdered young girl. To make matters worse, Nanette senses something strange in their landlady and her nephew Dave, the boy who shows interest in plain Nanette.
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Clarissa's dream finally comes true when her boyfriend Roman pops the question. However, her exhilaration is dampened when her parents and her closest friends express their disapproval of Roman. Out of love for Roman, Clarissa refutes all their advice and remains blind to the fact that Roman is not the right man for her. As she anticipates her much-awaited wedding, Clarissa meets a fortune-teller who predicts the arrival of the one meant for her.
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Unlike her sister, Grace believes that logic must rule over emotions. Because of this practical outlook, Grace earned herself a prestigious position in the company and a plush home. When her sister died, Grace was given the task of raising her niece, Crystal. Crystal, however, is not an average nine year-old girl; she contracted AIDS from her mother. As Grace attempts to include this sick child in her rigid life, she learns what has been lacking in her perfect world all along.
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Barely in his teens, David is obliged to run an entire family. He took on the role of both parents to his siblings after his mother died of cancer and after his father left for a life of debauchery. David maintains perseverance and kindness, but he soon learns that in a cruel world, these virtues are not enough to get him by.
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Gina and Joanne are blessed with a friendship even deeper than sisterhood. Each has her own family-related quandary and business to take care of, but apart from this, Gina and Joanne share everything, including the same home. However, this happy home and friendship are put to test as a man enters their lives. Is it possible for a sturdy friendship to be wrecked all because of a ravishing stranger?
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From a poor fishing village, twelve year-old Maribel is lured to travel to the city to escape a harsh and impoverished life. Life in the city, however, does not offer a better scenario. After being a battered maid, Maribel ends up as a child drug-dealer for an illegal syndicate. Thanks to her friendship with Maritess, Maribel finds the will to go on. When Maritess disappears from her life, Maribel proves to everyone that a poor girl like her doesn't have to remain helpless forever.
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Brian's average intelligence and mediocre accomplishments are often criticized by his family. This treatment gets worse when he falls in love with a mentally retarded Abby. Abby, on the other hand, is protected by a single mother who believes that no man would ever love her daughter. As these two individuals develop a special bond, will their families be kind enough to give them-an odd couple- a chance to find the meaning of love?
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As a frustrated boxer, Dante's life ended when he lost an important match and the local boxing venue closed down. Dante turns from a loving family man to an abusive husband and neglectful father. Soon, Dante's hopes are once again triggered when he sees his son Enteng in a fistfight with a classmate. Dante senses his son's potential to become a boxer and immediately grooms him to become one. Despite his wife's objection, Dante coaches Enteng as the latter embarks on a boxing career. As each match becomes more heated than the last one, Mila sadly watches her family fall apart.
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As a frustrated boxer, Dante's life ended when he lost an important match and the local boxing venue closed down. Dante turns from a loving family man to an abusive husband and neglectful father. Soon, Dante's hopes are once again triggered when he sees his son Enteng in a fistfight with a classmate. Dante senses his son's potential to become a boxer and immediately grooms him to become one. Despite his wife's objection, Dante coaches Enteng as the latter embarks on a boxing career. As each match becomes more heated than the last one, Mila sadly watches her family fall apart.
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Doctor Ted's compassion for the patients at the charity hospital compels him to provide free ambu bags that he designed and made himself. This noble man soon realizes that there is a greater threat in his own home when his loving wife Judith is diagnosed with cancer. Ted and Judith face their gravest dilemma as they learn that Judith is pregnant and must decide between giving up her own life or the baby's.
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Young as she is, Irene is inclined to believe in fairytales and magic. Since her eyes are set on Jo-al, the school heartthrob, every night for a hundred days, Irene tucked a wish under her pillow to be with him. However, Irene is not endowed with pleasant features. In fact, her face is the object of mockery among her classmates. Should her physical flaw hinder Irene's determination to pursue her dreams of romance?
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Anisa always believed in destiny, and when she met Joseph she knew that it is her fate to spend the rest of her life with him. When Joseph dies in a road accident, Anisa grows contemptuous, until Vincent enters the picture. Vincent's attributes revive Anisa's faith in destiny, but another disturbing twist unfolds when she discovers that Vincent was behind the wheel the day Joseph died.
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A unique bond grows between a mother, Josie, and her son Bigay. Josie is a single parent who is more of a friend than a mother to gay Bigay. They are even seen together at clubs where there are male strippers. Despite their unconventional setup, Josie and Bigay's love and respect for each other are indomitable. But they are bound to face their greatest test as they fall in love with the same man.
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Ingrid is a devoted mother to her only daughter. Despite her unpleasant countenance, Ingrid is happy because her daughter, unlike her, posses a natural beauty. What Ingrid doesn't know is that her daughter, Stacey, does not share the same feeling of pride. Stacey is ashamed of her mother's unsightly appearance. Will naïve Stacey realize that a mother is worth everything precious and beautiful in the world, especially one who is as hardworking and patient as Ingrid?
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Raised by a pair of lesbians, Atet is unaware that relationships of this nature are considered taboo. All that mattered to her is that theirs is a loving and comfortable home. Atet realizes the drawbacks of her unconventional family when she falls in love with her friend Jojo, who is convinced that she is homosexual like her parents.
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Instead of celebrating his parents' reconciliation, Ruben runs away from home, disappointed that his mother wasn't punished enough for her infidelity. His new life on the streets becomes difficult, and this aggravates his hatred towards his parents, until he meets Johnny, a homeless man. Johnny's tale of survival and a broken home finally opens Ruben's young eyes to the reality of life and the fulfillment of belonging to a family.
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Benjamin is a typical middle child devoid of parents' attention, but he does not allow insecurity to get the best of him; instead, he struggles to fend for his brothers. But his patience and hard work do not go rewarded. In fact, each of his brothers pursues his own dream and leaves Benjamin alone and sick. Benjamin learns too late that kindness is not always the best of virtues.
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Striving to live up to his father's footsteps, Egay enters law school to fulfill the family's ambition of starting their own law firm. But when an unexpected visitor turns up in their doorstep, Conrado is compelled to reveal his past indiscretions to the son who has nothing but utmost respect for him. Thus, Egay finds himself struggling to accept the stained reputation of their clan-until he discovers the devastating truth behind his best friend's similar and equally painful ordeals.
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Jay possesses the qualities of a son every mother dreams of having- selfless, responsible, and loving to his mother and little sister. After graduating from high school, Jay works in a factory where money is hard to earn; nevertheless, he finds the job worth keeping as long as it is enough to keep his blind mother off the streets. Amidst their difficult life making measly income, Jay learns a valuable trait from his mother through a seemingly peculiar habit of buying lottery tickets and believing in luck.
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Romina is what one would call an ugly duckling. She was often teased for her disagreeable looks, but soon she blooms into an attractive woman. Her childhood experiences compel Romina to pursue a career in show business and a mission to help little girls with potentials. Romina becomes particularly drawn to Shine, a shy girl raised by a single father, Francis. Romina's charm catches the attention of Francis, but their childhood history is about to compromise Romina's relationship with Shine.
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When his wife dies early on in their marriage, John takes on the responsibility of raising their son Joseph. John is a dedicated firefighter who soon becomes the role model of his only boy. The simple joys of being together end when Joseph dies while trying to watch his father handle a house under fire. Fate, nevertheless, ushers in a widow and her son, whom John is able to save that fateful night of Joseph's death.
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Carina is used to playing second fiddle to her younger sister, Cecile, who is lavished with love and attention by their mother. The special treatment turns Cecile apathetic, and she follows her own whims until she is led to a lifestyle of drug-addiction. When their little home crumbles, Carina hides her personal resentments and exerts all efforts to save her family. But to her utter dismay, Carina's mother blames her for Cecile's deterioration.
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Shortly after the death of his mother, Reden went from the favorite son to a battered child, thanks to his father's twisted way of raising children. This exasperating childhood takes Reden running to the city where his survival is of great uncertainty. Fortunately, a kind family adopts him until he is able to pursue higher education. Reden's diligence soon enables him to reach his goals in life; however, revenge is his motivation and this creates in him an insatiable need for success.
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As a photography enthusiast, Badette preserves pictures and memories of her childhood friendship with Georgina. When she learns that Georgina is now a famous model, Badette applies as an assistant photographer in Georgina's forthcoming pictorial. Badette's bubble is burst when she realizes that the new Georgina shows no trace of the sweet friend Badette knew. Georgina is now vain, arrogant, and worse, she refuses to acknowledge her humble past and the down-to-earth people she once knew.
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Dante's love for his baby compels him to make a difference in life, even if he is behind bars. He educates himself and proves that his good behavior is worthy of a release. When this much-awaited day came, Dante learned that life outside prison is even more demeaning. Dante takes another challenge, this time to prove that he is fit to become a respectable father.
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Janine was the epitome of an ideal daughter- she was outstanding as a student and with a list of achievements beyond her parents' expectations. Her obedience as the only daughter matched her parents' dedication to their family. However, her great downfall came a few days before her much-awaited college graduation. Out of a celebratory mood, Janine attended a party where she got drunk and fell into the hands of a young man with raging hormones.
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Timid and plain-looking Katrina tries to fit in the company of her new classmates in a dormitory for girls. In this new environment, Katrina's average life is about to change- she meets an old nun who tells her the story behind the ghostly sightings of a young girl named Lucille. As Katrina gets to know more about Lucille and her best friend, she realizes that she is impelled to go on a scary mission.
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At the sweet age of seventeen, Bernadette finds herself pregnant and abandoned by the first boy she ever loved. In order to protect the family's reputation, Bernadette's parents demand Alex to marry her. This marriage, however, is not possible, for Alex has fled to another country. For compensation, Alex's parents offer their rebellious son Tato to take his brother's place.
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As a staunch believer in astrology, Lyn is impeccable in her matchmaking skills. After successfully predicting the outcome of her friends' romantic relationships, Lyn herself finds romance in the person of Homer. Their relationship seems perfect until Lyn finds out that their signs are incompatible. Although she has undoubtedly found the love of her life, Lyn is unwilling to make compromises where her convictions are concerned.
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Sylvia's dreams finally come true when her son Leo graduates from school. Leo's college degree proves that all her hard work in putting up her talent agency has paid off. Her high spirits are suddenly crushed when Leo declares his plans for his future. Instead of pursuing his field as an engineer, Leo expresses his interest to become an entertainer in Japan.
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As a devout seminarian, Raymond delights in his chosen vocation. He is bent on pursuing priesthood and devoting his life in the service of God and people. In a hiatus from church work, Raymond experiences inferno in his own home and in the company of his family who are self-centered professionals. Just when his spirits are dampened, Raymond meets Grace- a prostitute with a heart of gold.
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In a world where people pursue their own dreams, Teban chooses to devote his life in the service of his family. This benevolence, however, is not reciprocated, for his family is apathetic, even depriving him of little joys such as token affection. When Teban persists in his selfless pursuit, his own happiness is ultimately jeopardized.
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For Vicky, beauty is every woman's most essential trait, and she will try to preserve hers at any cost. Because of this fixation, Vicky's time is spent mostly with her equally vain friends in spas or beauty salons. When her devoted husband Edwin leaves her, Vicky is aghast and unwilling to come to terms with the fact that she has met the same ordeal of her ugly mother. With her family gone but her beauty still intact, Vicky realizes that vanity is no virtue.
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Faith can never forget the night of her mother's death. She was young then and unaware that the mother she held in her arms was no more than a ghost. Now that she is a grown woman, Faith again encounters death when her stepbrother dies in his sleep. Her brother's ghost appears before her and soon, after many years, her mother's ghost goes to her as well. These sightings leave Faith restless, threatened by the fact that they are occurring just as her dear father's health is deteriorating.
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All throughout her childhood, Angela believed she was a princess in distress, waiting for her prince to rescue her from solitude. Angela knew she had to grow up and outgrow this fantasy when her childhood friend Rex left the country and married another girl. Now that she is a bona fide woman and engaged with her boyfriend of four years, Angela never knew her prince would return and perturb her average life with a promise of a fairytale romance.
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Born with cerebral palsy, 30 year-old Angelita have only experienced love in the arms of her mother Amelia. When Amelia died, Angelita is left with her siblings who are hesitant to adopt her: Rusty is a successful executive who prefers to put Angelita in an institution; Millet's husband detests Angelita; and Erick is poor and fends for his own family. Using her ability to write, as taught by her late mother, Angelita relates how a helpless, disabled girl is painfully betrayed by the only people she can depend on.
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Louella, Krista, and Meg are best friends who are excited to experience romance as they are about to enter college. Krista is beautiful; Meg is fashionable; and Louella is a good cook, an asset she knows wouldn't land her a spot in a boy's heart. When Krista and Meg began to date, Louella watches in envy until she meets JP. But first love turns into first despair when Louella learns that she and her two gorgeous friends have their eyes set on one guy.
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The whole town is stirred when Belen Toledo is arrested for the murders of her father and daughter. Stella, a law student, takes an interest in the case, particularly in Belen's character. The young woman is convinced that Belen is innocent, and no mother is capable of slaying her own offspring. As Stella closely examines Belen, the case becomes more difficult, and the suspect begins to show a strangely sinister and elusive side.
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A married woman in her golden years relishes a fantasy of having an affair with another man. In her pursuit to find a prospective lover, she encounters a former flame. As her marriage becomes nothing but pure commitment, she convinces herself that it's never too late to indulge in life's brief pleasures.
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Aileen's house is the ideal venue for a grandiose Christmas celebration because of its stately appearance and awesome interiors. However, this mansion is devoid of a Christmas spirit for Aileen carries the burden of a bitter past. When her son Jerry suddenly comes home for the holidays, his sole purpose is to know who his father really is now that he is a grown man. Before Aileen could send Jerry away to leave her in peace, another unexpected visitor knocks at her door.
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Christmas casts a gloomy cloud over Bert's household when he loses his job days before this special occasion. The financial drawback causes strain on Bert and his wife's marriage and on their relationship with their children. As the holidays promote harmony for every home, Bert learns when to let pride go and unconditional love in.
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As parents to a brood of all boys, Celso and Jenny have long dreamed of a little princess to grace their home. Like an answered prayer, they find an orphaned girl named Grace, who soon becomes an addition to their family. Because of Celso's unrelenting faith in people and in the innocence of children, he failed to uncover the terror that lurks behind the sweet smile of this little child.
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Faith felt she was good as orphaned when her father died for her mother lost all zest and left her alone to run her own life. Out of solitary despair, Faith relied on her friendship with Joric for strength. However, Joric soon finds romance, leaving Faith in the cold once again. Her sorrows soon fade when she became close to Joric's friend, Edong. Faith finally felt she is ready to move on and become happy until Joric returned to reclaim her.
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Believing that her handsome uncle is under a spell cast by her homely aunt, Ella is convinced that a love potion could save her troubled marriage with Dan. After performing a series of rituals, Ella begins to see satisfactory results, and because of this, she goes back to full time work and postpones Dan's plan to have a baby. When Dan shows signs of distress, Ella realizes that no amount of magic potions could ever take effect on something as sacred as love and marriage.
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In a rural barrio, the peaceful existence of the villagers is perturbed by the arrival of Selma. A vehicle breakdown forces her to stay in the village for a few days. To make good use of her unexpected vacation, Selma searches for inspiration for her paintings, which usually deal with the male anatomy as a subject. As she develops a bond with the docile Pedro and his adolescent son Gabriel, Selma becomes a reproached target among the townsfolk who see her as a femme fatale.
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Lolita and Raul have their lives planned ahead of them, and they expect their golden years to be the best stage of their marriage. But Lolita started undergoing her menopausal period, turning her into an insecure and depressive wretch with unpredictable mood swings. Can Lolita overcome this difficult stage of her womanhood before she loses the people she loves?
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For Grandma Anita, who has seen many things in all stages of life, nothing is sweeter than the sight of first love. This is why she was consumed by much excitement when her grandson, Aldo, falls in love with his childhood friend, Kitang. But like Anita's own first love, Aldo had to deal with Kitang's departure. Despite the sad turn of events, Grandma Anita stands by her belief that not all first loves are meant to become fond memories.
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On her first year as a legitimate teenager, April never knew that the anxieties of first love would confound her innocence. She meets Charles and on that day, she experiences an overwhelming emotion unknown to her. However, her childhood friend, Lemuel, enters the picture and makes things more complicated. Even before April can come to terms with falling in love, she already meets the prospect of being heartbroken.
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Carolina found the perfect mate when she met well-mannered and compassionate Sebastian, who is also a respected businessman. After Sebastian proposes marriage to Carolina, she did not have second thoughts about giving him a resounding "yes". But as Carolina anticipates a blissful marriage, she is yet to find out that inside the admirable Sebastian is a woman's heart.
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Since childhood, Katrina has been a helpless victim of ghost sightings. Because of this, she is regarded as weird by everyone, even by her own mother who urges her to see a psychiatrist. The problem gets worse when Katrina's mom leaves her alone in her grandfather's big house where there are spirits that refuse to rest. After many tormenting days in the rumored haunted house, Katrina finds a mysterious companion by the name of Julius.
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When Angel learned that her best friend Nelly is having an affair with a convicted criminal, she felt that getting into such a relationship is sheer foolishness. Nevertheless, Angel becomes acquainted with Nelly's friends in the prison as she deals with them as her trade customers. Her views on Nelly's relationship soon change when she falls in love with Jimmy, another jail inmate. Can a practical and headstrong woman like Angel concede to a lover behind bars?
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Although he falls short when it comes to appearance and intelligence, Rodel's inner qualities make him the ideal man. But his innocence and faith in people soon betray him when he falls in love with the gorgeous Sonia. Rodel's marriage to this femme fatale is bound to teach him lessons in life the hard way, until he realizes that excessive kindness can also lead to destruction.
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In her younger days, Francine was wooed by a rich and handsome boy named Jaime. Although she knew she was lucky to get the attention of this eligible bachelor, Francine was threatened by Jaime's carefree attitude and intoxicating style of courtship. Francine made the safe choice of marrying Neil, a middle-class guy she believed to be stable. Two kids later, Neil leaves Francine to her misery until her adverse circumstances lead to an unlikely encounter with Jaime.
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A bittersweet success story unfolds in the life of a battered little girl who dreams big enough for her whole family. Fe grows up suffering in the hands of her ruthless father. In her desire to escape a wretched life, Fe pursues her dreams until she becomes Klaudia Koronel, a popular sexy actress. Klaudia, however, discovers firsthand that fame and fortune are not the tools that would aid her in evading her dark past.
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After raising her children, Rica feels that it is high time she finds a job to put her abilities into good use and to aid her military officer husband with their financial needs. For Eduardo, however, Rica's decision to work is an insult, and this plan must be disregarded before their marriage suffers a rift. This issue continues to confound the couple until Eduardo is detained for mutiny, forcing Rica to fend for the family and testing Eduardo's chauvinism.
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How does a little boy with downtrodden childhood and uncertainty in his sexuality rise above his life's harsh realities? For Felix, the answer is detachment. He leaves his demanding family and works hard to find his gem among the rocks. When he finally shines as Fanny Serrano, a renowned stylist and beauty expert, he realizes that fame and fortune are not enough to get the sweet slumber he dreams of having every night.
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William and Yolly never failed to thank the Almighty for their wonderful marriage and loving sons. When their teenaged son Toper was diagnosed with brain cancer, the couple knew this was their greatest challenge. They kept the faith and battled with Toper's cancer until his last breath. But when Chester, the only son left, showed signs of an equally terminal disease, they began to doubt their spiritual conviction.
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Amid the beautiful haze of Baguio City, Edwin fulfills his father's dream for him to grow up in and oversee their vast strawberry field. Nevertheless, Edwin is a musician at heart. He toils the fields during the day, and he writes songs and composes music at night. Edwin's monotonous life takes a dramatic turn when he encounters Teresa, a girl who is like him, for she compromises her passion as she is engaged to the wrong man.
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Elvie Pineda once dreamed of using her dancing prowess to obtain a good life. But when she got close to fulfilling her goals, Elvie was pressured by Manuel to marry him. After having two daughters, their marriage falls apart. Instead of using this tragedy as a deterrent to raising her daughters well, Elvie deems it as an opportunity to reestablish her dancing career and ensure a good future for the girls.
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After they are thrown out of a relative's home, Melinda and her mother stray the streets until they find shelter under a bridge. Despite their disagreeable circumstances, Melinda exerts her efforts to do well in school. Studying every night under a street lamppost, Melinda is seen by a journalist who features her story in a news program. From a downtrodden little girl, Melinda becomes a source of inspiration among the youth of her generation.
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Justin is everything young men aspire to be-good-looking, intelligent, and athletic. But in spite of all these assets, Justin is lonely. He carries the burden of guilt caused by an accident that led to his father's death and another which resulted to his brother's deformed face. Although Justin shines as the popular boy in school, he faces dread each day as he comes home to a bitter mother and an unforgiving brother.
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As an actor's assistant, Pablito Sarmiento never knew that he himself would be in the limelight. Thanks to his amusingly long chin, Pablito reaches the star status of his former boss, and he becomes known as a great comedian by the name of Babalu. Success is sweet for the unsuspecting Babalu, but his newfound stardom also ushered in the lure of vices. In spite of his many blessings, Babalu turns alcoholic and faces the risk of losing his career and even his
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Growing up in a middle-class home, Ayen never knew she would one day tread the halls of her very own palace as a princess. It only took a brief singing stint in Brunei for Ayen to capture the heart of the prince. A life of royalty, however, is not Ayen's idea of happiness. She soon misses her family and freedom. Taking refuge in music once more as a producer of theater plays, Ayen finds herself again and unexpectedly finds love in a down-to-earth man.
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Before his regular slot in the country's popular news program, Marc Logan was a hardworking wannabe journalist and a loving son to his supportive parents. Although his dedication to his field pays off and he achieves success, Marc devotes his time to his children and to his true love, Anna. But just as Marc's dreams are beginning to come true, the woman in his life starts falling out of love.
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To welcome the arrival of their little bundle of joy, lovers Mark and Andrea decide to move in a warm and lovely country house. Everything seems perfect, until Mark meets an unlikely rival in a spirit who has long been searching for Andrea's reincarnation. With Mark's unwillingness to commit in marriage, does he stand a chance against a love that has defied time?
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What happens when two lovers discover that their families are entangled in a web of illicit passion? For Emil and Dana, the supposed sweet love of their youth turns into trauma when they discover that Dana's mother is the mistress of Emil's father. As this revelation dawns on them one tragic day, Emil and Dana are yet to find out if their young love can weather their cruel circumstances.
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For a number of years, Jennifer reveled in the glamour of show business as Sarsi Emmanuel, the undisputed queen of sexy movies. However, her reckless lifestyle and string of relationships with married men became a deterrent to her career. After a failed attempt at putting up a garment business and after having two daughters from former lovers, Jennifer ends up with a lowly job. Behind the somber ticket booth in a carnival, this ex-star learns about the real world and appreciates life's simplicity.
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At the age of five, Jay Manalo was already deprived of a normal family life. His Vietnamese mother left him, so did his musician father a few years later. In order to survive, Jay learns different menial trades while making a home out of the streets, until a kind family adopts him. Jay unconsciously compensates for his parents' absence by getting into relationships with women one after another. Despite these liaisons and a soaring career in show business, Jay realizes that what he longed for as a child continues to haunts him in his adult life.
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Young Rene, who would later become the country's most promising comedian, dedicated his life fending for his poor parents and six siblings. He got into every imaginable blue-collar job until he tried his luck at the local theater as an actor. Success is sweet, but Rene achieved this by hard work. Despite a lifetime of hardships and struggle for survival, Rene Requiestas left a legacy of laughter to his family and to all those who were privileged to witness his brief stint in the television and movie industry.
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Like any aspiring actress, Angelica Jones dreamed of seeing her name printed on papers. But then her initial rise to fame was marked by her involvement in a vulgar scandal, putting her name on every tabloid. Though distressed, she holds on to her faith and passion, but can Angelica survive the complex world of show business without a solid family foundation to support her?
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For someone with an underprivileged background, a career in music is not a practical endeavor. Nevertheless, nothing can stop Charlie from pursuing his love for rap music. It is also this passion that leads him to Jon-jon and Rommel who would later become his best friends. Trying their luck in the rap scene as a group called Salbakuta, the trio works their way to the top with the help of veteran rapper, Andrew E. More than ambition, their friendship gets them through all the obstacles along their way.
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It was the eighties, and show business never knew any star hotter than Pia Moran. From a dismal family and financial background, Pia is equipped with much spunk to overlook all these and believe that her good looks and amazing dancing prowess could get her somewhere. But amidst a promising career as an actress, Pia goes through difficult love affairs and an accident that would mangle her face and test her to the limits.
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Born Julie Pearl Postigo, Julie Vega (Angelica Panganiban) began her career at the tender age of three, when she did her very first TV commercial. Despite her parents' misgivings, Julie turned out to have a natural talent for acting, something she proved beyond any doubt when she won the title role in the film Mga mata ni Angelita (1978) after an exhaustive nationwide search. When soap stardom came at the age of 11 via her starring role in Anna Liza (1980), Julie's potential for further fame was sealed, which is why her sudden death shocked the entire country. What were the reasons behind Julie Vega's mysterious end? Were there any truth to any of the rumors that circulated after she died?
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From a long line of cameo roles, comedian Bentong finally finds himself on the trail of a successful career in show business. Nevertheless, he never expected that neglecting education as a child would hound his adult life. Bentong's illiteracy deters him from playing certain roles that entail long scripts. When Bentong is given the opportunity to be part of a daily television show, he uses his earnings to give his kids what was significantly deprived of him.
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Andrew E's story begins with his growing-up years in Donggalo, a middle-class suburb of Paranaque, where he and his barkada became obsessed with the then-cool breakdancing craze. Their hobby took them to weekend "showdowns" with other breakdance groups at the malls. It was here that Andrew began a friendship with a young American breakdancing enthusiast who introduced him to rap, music's newest trend at the time. But how did this humble beginning turn into a lifelong career for Andrew? How did Andrew find his "sound"? And did his ambition to become one of the country's best-known rappers ever falter?
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Gladys Reyes is known for her sinister roles as a villain in famous soap operas. What the audiences do not know is that she is a loving daughter and a protective sister to an autistic brother. While her career in show business is soaring in great heights, Gladys faces new challenges that threaten her personal life: her seven-year relationship with her boyfriend is on the rocks and her good-humored father is suddenly afflicted with sickness.
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No other child has inspired and touched lives through radio and television more than Fatima Soriano. In her formative years, little Fatima was diagnosed with a disease that ultimately causes kidney failure. Young as she is, Fatima refuses to be defeated by the agony of multiple dialysis daily. She chooses to live, and not just an ordinary existence, but a life devoted to encouraging her disheartened family and those around her to never waver in faith.
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Talying always felt that the barrio she lived in was too small and dull for her. She believed she deserved a glamorous city life because of her beauty. After being raped twice because of this pursuit, Talying realized she can use her body to get by. Talying soon emerges as Claudia Zobel, the sex movie goddess, but the glamour fizzled as Claudia took the dark road of fame where sex and drugs are the only means to alleviate all the pressure.
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The teleserye that is April Boy's life begins in a Kalookan slum area beside the train tracks, where April Boy grew up with his seven other brothers and sisters. Since life was very hard for the family, April Boy learned to work hard to help his family at a very young age, and was selling food on the streets before he was even 10. It was while he started singing to attract customers while selling rice cakes that his talent was discovered by his mother, who then dedicated her life to making April Boy a star. But life on the way to making hits like Di Ko Kayang Tanggapin, Paano ang Puso Ko and Esperanza was never easy, as April Boy realized. How do his struggles to achieve his dream affect his life? His family? His dreams of a life with the woman that he loves? What hardships, misunderstandings and sacrifices did April Boy, and the people who loved him, undergo on the way to making him a star? And was it all worth the pain?
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After spending most of his life struggling to make ends meet, Nonoy suddenly finds his simple world turned upside down when he meets Roxanne, a young student driven to pursue a mission to preserve the last generation of sea turtles on the island. But with little means to survive and another mouth to feed, Nonoy is forced to forsake love until Roxanne teaches him the true meaning of a fulfilling life- and that is without having to sacrifice nature's wondrous creations.
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Behind the pretty face and the golden voice of Joey Albert lies a lifelong struggle with a family history of cancer. After the painful deaths of her father and sister, Joey holds on to her faith for the sake of her family. Despite her ordeal, Joey's talent in music lands her a thriving career in recording. But she soon leaves stardom to settle down with her husband in America. Although away from the limelight, Joey finds fulfillment in her new family, until another battle with cancer begins.
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After impersonating President Gloria Arroyo against his will for a school performance, Rene Facunla is surprised with the audience's overwhelming applause. He never knew he would become a popular TV comedian known as "Tita Glow". In his desire to give back to his family for their undying love and acceptance, Rene overcomes every obstacle and strives hard to become not just a successful comedian but also a university scholar.
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It is the seventies, and movie actors like Charlie Davao are entitled to a life of endless fun. However, Charlie falls in love with a teacher, Emma, whose conservative family objects to her relationship with Charlie. Despite this, the young lovers elope and soon enough the marital bliss is replaced with domestic problems. Charlie continues his lifestyle as a celebrity until Emma grows ill. This dim chapter in Charlie's life enlightens him on the importance of his family as opposed to the superficial perks of show business.
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Unlike her mother and sister, Cecille was never interested in beauty contests. On the contrary, her passion involved food, and this resulted to obesity. Her weight was often the subject of ridicule among people she encountered, but thanks to her family's love, Cecille was at peace with herself. No one knew that Cecille would become a celebrity. After bagging the role of the comic character, Dabiana, in a television show, Cecille became famous for her weight and won the hearts of two remarkable men.
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With a name that means bearer of the key to peace, Keybird comes from a dysfunctional family with a fugitive for a father. Everyone expects him to turn out just like his old man, and he succumbs to the stereotype when he becomes a thief. But after getting caught for the first time, Keybird sets out to fulfill his dream of becoming a policeman and let the real goodness innate in him shine.
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In the local vaudeville scene, Dely Atay-atayan is a queen. But her journey to stardom wasn't as easy as her natural ability to perform. She dealt with a strict father, a difficult lover, and the death of her beloved brother. Despite this, she held on to hope and was blessed with a successful career and another chance at love. She soon learned that the most difficult role she has to play is that of a mother. Will she have enough strength to face her own son's ordeal?
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Before Rey Valera reached the status of music legend, he was a poor kid abandoned by his father and orphaned after his mother's tragic death in the railroad tracks. He used his passion for music to overcome tribulations. But his soft spot for damsels in distress, a result of his childhood experiences with his mother, almost caused him his downfall. When Rey finally reached the summit of success as a musician and as a husband, he confronts another demon of his past- his father.
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In this Valentine's special, an actress famous for her humble roles as a housemaid shares her love story. Flora Gasser loves show business, but her beginnings did not involve the limelight- she was part of a radio show. Her life takes a delightful turn when she meets a radio talent named Harry. Flora realizes that not all Cinderella stories are charming, especially when the handsome prince turns out to be imperfect.
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Life story of Erik Santos.
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Height is no measure of midget Allan's rather gargantuan love for his father and his being an exemplary son despite the deluge of misfortunes that come his way. He endures even the cruelty of his two-faced stepmother Miling and later the pain of losing his brothers and sister in a fire accident. Then comes a chance for Allan to become a TV star. Is this the break that will pave the way for Allan to find his much-deserved happiness?
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Is winning everything? Or is your success measured by how you play the game? It was a long, hard journey that Sheryn Regis (Angelika Dela Cruz) took on her way to becoming a Star in a Million finalist. As a child, she joined singing contests in her native Cebu, and it was here that a young Sheryn began to accumulate a small following thanks to her big, powerful voice. But it was also in these competitions that friction began to form between Sheryn and her younger brother Elton (Ketchup Eusebio), who also competed in the same contests as Sheryn. How did Sheryn overcome these problems? How did she begin her path towards Star in a Million? How did she become Cebu's sweetheart, counting many of the Queen City of the South's residents, including the city Mayor, as her fans? And how did she get over her loss to fellow competitor Erik Santos on the Star in a Million finals night
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A poverty-stricken past fosters the hunger in young Lito Camo to excel in his passion: singing and composing. But his passion is set aside for something more stable: education, courtesy of an uncle who takes him to the city. But his fate seems to lie with music as he meets connections in the industry who later gives him his first taste of stardom. Fame goes to his head and causes his career to plummet, and the real story starts in his rise back into the limelight as the country's premiere novelty singer and composer.
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The race of life is not easy for runner Nancy Navalta, who is from an extremely poor and continuously growing family in a small fishing village. Her family supports her passion for the sport and in return, she shares her blessings with them. But more than the monetary reward that winning entails, she is a champion for her family and her town because of her selflessness. But then the big question: when will she ever reach the finish line to her own happiness?
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The Rene Cayateno Story.
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Renee's dream of becoming a famous fashion designer turns into a reality as his aunts takes him to the hub of fashion: the city. From meager beginnings as son of a seamstress he takes his family away from the rustic lifestyle and shares his stroke of luck with them. But the good fortune is not without a catch, for Renee finds out that his father is terminally ill.
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All glitz and glamour is how most people see the world of show business, but for Joseph Bitangcol it is an opportunity to provide for his family that has been rendered homeless by the Mount Pinatubo eruption. Then a TV network workshop paves the way for Joseph to join talent search Star Circle Teen Quest, where he fulfills his dream of becoming an actor.
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Brothers Jason and Joshua feel extremely desolate when their mother leaves for America to accept a job, taking along their other siblings and promising to come back for them. But then their mother disappears, and the twins learn that they can only depend on each other. The bond between them grows even stronger as they indulge their common passion for dancing, which they also share with the same mother who abandoned them.
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As a kid Neri harbors illusions of being a beauty queen, but mockery is the only thing she receives from her peers. This results to insecurity which she conquers in time, and with regained confidence she slowly ease out of her shell by trying her luck in Star Circle Quest, a reality talent search on television where she becomes one of the finalists.
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Remy always knew she was meant to do something greater than assisting her parents in the market. She realized she was right when a talent manager spotted her svelte figure and cast her in adult films. However, her transformation to the sexy Brandy Ayala and her drug use broke the heart of her conservative father. The life of revelry appealed to Remy, until addiction left her on the gutter and back too late in the arms of her patient family.
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The 1940s. In the middle of a war that devastated the country, innocent country girl Lerma was swept off her feet by an American soldier named John Frieling. Because she was a traditional Filipina girl, it took a lengthy courtship and many promises of love before Lerma agreed to be John's sweetheart. But when John was relocated, Lerma decided she did not want to be one of the many Filipinas who grieved over the servicemen's lost promises. What changed Lerma in this crucial moment? And what happens when John walks back into her life decades later?
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How far would you go for a disabled, and physically helpless, sibling? Would you be willing to forego your future in order to afford him a better future? How far would obligation - and guilt - take you? It's been a hard life for brothers Macoy (Baron Geisler) and Boy (John Prats). While they've grown accustomed to their family's poverty, they still have their dreams. Macoy wants to be in the military. But brilliant Boy, who was born without two legs and one arm, wants to become an engineer, and it's Macoy who is determined that his younger brother reach his dreams, even to the extent of having to carry him wherever he goes, and attending many of Boy's classes along with him despite being six years older. But now that Macoy is a young man, he is torn. Should he put his entire life on hold to help his brother finish high school, or should he take a year and see what life on his own would be like?
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At 11 years old, Danilo Ildefonso, or 'Eng' to his peers, dreamt big and played hard ball with older friends, never taking the 'underdog' feeling seriously. As a matter of fact, he learned more, played harder and meticulously studied the professional hardcourt moves of his idol Alvin Patrimonio. Sticking by a passion always leads to some measure of success. But what trials and sacrifices did Danny have to make for the love of the game? With such humble beginnings, how did he support his passion with the pressures of working the field and obscuring behind schoolbooks? And with instant celebrity status, how did true love find him?
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For the price of P1,000 and a sack of rice, a wealthy but childless couple adopted Sere June, then a three-month old baby, and rejoiced over answered prayers. But at age six, Jun-Jun or 'Coach' as he was fondly called, was found to have nephrotic syndrome, a liver disease that would cost him his life. Losing both adoptive parents and being sick, Coach knew what it meant to lose loved ones to death and wondered why this ill-fortune had befallen him. From bad to worse, to many doctors' dismay and surrender, Coach had been conceded to death with just a few more months to live. Coach had gone the extent of twelve pills a day and even having his burial clothes tailor-sewn, in preparation for what was to come. To those around him, Coach was a powerhouse of faith and cheer. But what did it take to overcome this fear, through a child's eyes? Knowing that the only ones who could help him once gave him away, how did Coach stay strong and free of anger? What is it like to know that any day could be your last? Beating the deadline, Coach, now 14, ultimately challenged death and continues his battle for survival.
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Marissa, who, despite being adopted by a loving foster mother, still longs to reunite with her birth mother. Her longing intensifies after she is maltreated by her foster father and molested by one of their neighbors. Hurt, she leaves her foster mother's home and begins her search for her birth mother. Unfortunately, she only has dim childhood memories to help her, and her mother's name: Rufina Canoy. And so Marissa runs away from home and begins to forge her own destiny, which eventually includes a relationship with beautiful nightclub singer Rochelle. But when Rochelle gets a job offer in Japan, can Marissa become a surrogate mother for Rochelle's daughter Lorie?
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Sophia's calling involves helping mothers with unwanted babies and childless couples fulfill their needs through adoption. Other than having a good family and career, Sophia also finds fulfillment hearing mothers relieved of untimely obligations and new adoptive parents express their gratitude. But then Sophia deals with a difficult dilemma when a young mother asked to have her baby back. Sophia decides to do what she thinks is right, until a tragedy in her own home makes her realize her grave mistake.
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Since separating from her husband, single mom Zeny (Eula Valdez) has had her hands full with three kids and keeping up both a home and a job. Despite her efforts, however, there is one thing she has no control over - her dependency on controlled substances. Soon, the mother who is supposed to offer her children guidance becomes the worst possible influence on her kids. How will she get out of her problems? Will she get a second chance with her family?
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The episode centers on the story of Caloy (Albert Martinez) and his daughter Diana (Camille Prats). After Caloy's wife deserts him and her daughter, Caloy becomes a supportive and protective sole parent to Diana. This eventually becomes a difficult task, considering that his ability to support his small family depends upon menial jobs in the town market, because Caloy only finished grade school. Determined to give Diana everything he believes she deserves, including a college education, Caloy becomes convinced that there is only one way to get the "instant money" he needs. A neighbor, Cesar (Bobby Andrews) tells Caloy that he can sell his kidney to foreigners willing to pay P80,000 and up for a kidney. Soon, Cesar lines Caloy up with a buyer. But will Caloy go through with it? And what will Diana do when she finds out what her father did?
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Strange seems to be an apt description for the life of the young Joey Diego (Lester Llansang) and his siblings, as they lived in the same house with their father, mother, and his father's gay lover, Aning. In this very unusual home, Aning took charge in taking care of Joey and siblings, while Ilang had the responsibility of providing for her family. What was it like living in the Diego household, with all its unconventional trappings? Why did Aning decide to take on the duties of being a mother to his lover's children? What was it like having a gay man as one's mother? And in a household such as this, would a biological mother carry more weight in the heart of a son raised by a gay "stepmother"?
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They're a common sight at the country's docks and piers, embarking on large ships and boats for the pleasure of the crew and a quick buck. There's even a name for them - "mariposang dagat" or "butterflies of the sea" - a poetic name that signifies the way that they flit from ship to ship. But the name hides the tragic and difficult nature of their lives. Donna (Jodi Sta. Maria) is a young woman who becomes a "mariposang dagat" through the influence of her abusive adoptive mother Magdalena (Snooky Serna), herself a prostitute. Can Donna Lee escape the life that Magdalena leads her to? Will the basic fact that she is both innocent and unlearned work against her in her journey? And will motherhood take her out of this dead end life?
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Nila (Angelika dela Cruz) is a dirt-poor young woman who has just gotten into town to look for any kind of work she could get. Eventually, she gets a job as a housemaid, working under a rich family. She soon attracts the attentions of Frank (Marvin Agustin), the town playboy, who lives next door. Soon, sparks fly between the plucky young housemaid and the charming neighbor, but when Frank suddenly gets forced to grow up, get a job overseas and save his family from their debts, will Nila be left out in the cold? Will the heartbreak of losing Frank hurt Nila, or force her to persevere even more? And what happens when Frank comes back to start his entire life over in Bohol and finds that his and Nila's positions are now reversed?
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Dolores Lorenzo was one of the top policewomen of the Tuguegarao police, adept at both police raids and covert operations against the NPA. But her bravery on the job was the polar opposite of her homelife, where she was left at the mercy of her drunken, abusive husband Agapito. After more than six years of suffering in silence, one night in 1990, Dolores had had enough, and stabbed her husband 59 times. What made Dolores snap? And what was it about her story that so touched the people who fought for the creation of RA 9262?
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Lourdes Rodriguez, a simple manicurist and housewife who became an instant millionaire after joining the "Pera O Bayong" segment on Wowowee. But what in her life led Lourdes to consider lining up at the ABS-CBN studios from February to April for the chance to compete in Wowowee? And how will the money change her life at home with her husband and kids?
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Eddie (Joel Torre), a dad who hopes his two sons excel in their athletic pursuits, since he himself did not reach his own dreams of becoming a famous sports star. But when his older son Oliver (Ahron Villena) decides he has had enough of Eddie's overbearing parenting, studious younger son EJ (John Wayne Sace) decides to step up and make Eddie's dream of having a star athlete as a son a reality. Will EJ succeed, or will his determination get the better of him?
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Jonnel Enorme is an award-winning Filipino skater who also happens to have cerebral palsy, an incurable disease that affects the brain and motor functions of the individual who has it. How does Jonnel triumph over his disease? Why did he choose a demanding sport - one that places a premium on grace and fluidity of movement - as his chosen event? And how did he feel once he started winning gold medals in competition with other, more "normal" participants?
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For a fee, and a contract with a married couple, Chona will sleep with a man, bear his child, and leave the baby with the man and his wife.
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Marcy (Jean Garcia) and Cely (Pokwang) are two women of completely opposite temperaments whose first meeting in the 1970's paved the way for a touching lifelong friendship that remains intact until this day. But what sacrifices did they endure and did it make it better to share the burden together? What have they lost? What made them stick together in the more than thirty years they've been friends? And now that each of them have fallen into hard times including a period where they both scavenged through garbage to survive is it harder for them to keep their friendship intact?
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As a single mom, Susan's responsibility isn't solely devoted to raising her son; she carries the burden of fending for a gambler dad and a lazy brother. Amidst her difficult stance, Susan's faith is intact until romance blooms in a most unlikely place- the bar where she holds a compromising job. But is Ralph, a happy-go-lucky U.S. citizen, the perfect man for her? Susan and Ralph put their hearts on the line as they are yet to unravel the possibility of love ruling out their most grueling differences.
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About a girl who gets into a horrible bus accident, loses her memory and see how she tries to recover her life and her family.
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How do you fall in love, when you know you might not even have the time to live? That's the question facing Agnes (Roxanne Guinoo), a young woman with a serious heart condition. While doctors and her frustrated father (William Lorenzo) want her to get an operation to save her life, the frustrated Agnes has given up on more treatments, because, after living with her condition for years, she doesn't want to keep hoping. In the same way, she also avoids forming attachments with other people. There is one bright spark in Agnes' life, however. That's BlueAngel, a guy Agnes met online who has become a special person for her. What she doesn't know is that the Baguio-based BlueAngel is actually JC (Joross Gamboa), a happy-go-lucky young man who believes life is short, and that means that you take every chance for happiness you can. When Agnes goes on vacation in Baguio, it's inevitable that her path crosses with JC.
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Sheryl whose pure heart was filled with anguish and anger and got possessed by the evil spirit but in the end, forgiveness found its way into her heart and led life back to the Lord.
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Babes (Eula Valdes) is determined to make a life for herself in Japan. Her ambition and willpower helped her survive many desperate situations in the foreign land, including being brought to a Japanese brothel and losing a finger in a work-related accident. While Babes became obsessed with her fortunes in Japan, however, she lost sight of the reason why she wanted to be successful in the land of the rising sun - her family. With Babes hard at work in Japan, her mother had to raise her granddaughter Anne. So what kind of welcome will Babes receive from her daughter when she returns to the Philippines?
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Lani was born with a disability but it didn't stop Elmer to loved her. When they lived in Cagayan, Elmer decided to profess his love for Lani and she gladly accepted his love and got married eventually. After a year, Lani got pregnant but Elmer couldn't accept it because he feared that their unborn child might also be afflicted with disability. Soon Elmer realized that it didn't matter if his child will be born with disability.
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Roger was a young man who falls in love with her employer Ising. But their love was bound to be tested when people around them tried to separate the two because of their age differences. In the end, Roger and Ising proved that when it comes to love, age doesn't matter.
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Will Angel (Maja Salvador) still accept Erwin (John Wayne Sace) after she knew that it was only his plan to get close to her just to make his ex-girlfriend jealous? Is LOVE will be enough for them to hold on to each other despite all the differences they have in life? A rich brat and simple lass learn about sacrificing for the sake of love.
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Jun-Jun, Tata and Jepoy left their beloved parents back in Agusan del Sur to earn enough money to pay for their family's mounting bills and help with their father's medical needs. Sadly, their dreams of a prosperous life lead them to an illegal recruiter, who "sells" them to become virtual slaves to abusive masters. But the biggest problem for the brothers is that the recruiter also separated them - a tragedy, considering that they had never been apart their whole lives. Jun-Jun, the youngest and most daring of the brothers, hatch a plan to escape from his employer and look for his brothers but he was imprisoned.With the help of Father Cosme, Jun-Jun started to look for his brothers and was eventually reunited with Tata but they were still looking for their brother Jepoy.
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Lito admired his father Jose for his kindness and generosity towards the people of Manila. When her father lost the election twice, they tried to keep a straight face and continue to help people. Lito finished his study and eventually took after his father on serving people.
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Tomboy barker Monie grew up with a difficult childhood that resulted to her tough exterior. But when she met the charming Joseph and became friends with him, she gradually showed her true self to him. Joseph never left her in her times of need. Eventually, Monie learned to forget her past and forgave her mother with the help of Joseph.
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Nene never experienced to be loved by her mother. She went to Manila study and became a Goal Commander. Nene dreamed of becoming a soldier. She steeled herself from falling in love. But she fell for a married man and her family disowned her. Nene eventually joined Pinoy Big Brother and became PBB's first Big Winner.
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Because of her tough and bitter past, Ana grew up to be an indifferent woman. Not wanting to be close to someone, she tried to isolate herself. But everything changes when a woman named died Ana was forced to help her solve the mystery of her death.
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Everything was going smoothly between Sheila and Raymund. After graduating high school they got together and became lovers. But tragedy arose when Raymund was accused of a crime he did not commit. He was imprisoned and went into arduous trial. Raymund was about to gave up when Shiela, his love told her that its not the end of everything and she will support him all the way. Soon enough, Raymund was found not guilty and released from prison. He was reunited with his love Sheila and together they build their own family.
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Beth Tuchinda (Desiree), a Chinese-Filipina woman who was disowned by her parents for having a romance with a non-Chinese man named Udi and together they built their family in Thailand. Years after, Beth and Udi's relationship turn cold and Beth tried to have reconciliation with Udi. But just as when they are starting again, Udi was stricken with illness. Beth took care of her beloved husband and he passed away, she raised their children and created a name for herself.
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A story of hope and optimism and how a man find his way back home after a struggle with addict. Rad learned to use illegal substance at an early age. When he got married and had family, his addiction worsen and his wife left him. Rad lost his mind and because a "taong grasa" in the streets of Manila. Just as when everything is falling apart for Rad, God intervene and Rad was on his way to recovery. But it was not ang easy journey as temptations of vices always find its way to Rad's mind. But Rad was able to overcome these adversities. With the help of his family, Rad was able to go back home as a reformed man.
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Heny (Bea Alonzo) is a nurse who, like many other people in her profession, dreams of finding a job in another country in order to improve her lot in life. But her plans quickly change when she crosses paths with Gil (Diether Ocampo), a young man admitted to her hospital for what he thinks is a simple stomachache. But while sparks quickly fly between the Heny and Gil, they both soon realize that time is simply not on their side. Gil is diagnosed with an acute and terminal case of leukemia.
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Sheila wanted to impress her father so she dreamt of winning the Gold Medal in swimming division. She left home and trained harder to win the prize but it seems that luck was not on her side. Shiela did not lose hope and on 2005, she was able to bag three gold medals from 2005 Southeast Asian Games and finally won the most important prize - her father's love.
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An inspiring story of a woman who goes through a painful journey of finding her fulfillment as a wife, a mother, and as a person. Balancing her time between her career and family was rather difficult for Daisy. But things even became more complicated when her eldest daughter April was afflicted with Cerebral Palsy and needs all the love, care and attention only a mother can give not knowing that her other daughter Con-con was jealous of the attention she get from Daisy. But the drama escalates when Daisy discovered that April is sick and have a few months to live.
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April's condition is getting worse so Daisy put all her attention to her eldest's daughter's welfare to the point that she forgets her husband and her life. Sadly, April passed away. Heart broken, Daisy tried to cope with the lost of her daughter. To honor her daughter, Daisy works with NGO that takes care of the sick.
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Danilo, a Batanggueño working student, fell in love with Erika, a rich collegiala who is about to get married.
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Vocalist Dan loves to perform. He loves it so much that he gets to the point that he overlook his wife Liza ang his daughter Nika. Liza left Dan and offered to dissolve their marriage thru annulment. Right after their annulment, Dan realized that he still love his ex wife and begged her to come back to his life. Liza decided to forgive Dan but she was about to go to him, she met an accident on the road and died on the spot. Dan was livid with himself and felt sorry for all his shortcomings. Together with his daughter Nika, they tried to face life without Liza.
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Bong was diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy but he refused to tell his wife Josie about his disease. When Josie found her husband's illness it was too late. With Bong bedridden at home, Josie tried to make the ends meet. But more challenge arose when their youngest son got sick.
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Known as the "Cinderella of Sasmuan," Mayor Lina Bagasina (Bea Alonzo) beat the odds to rise from being a humble housemaid to become the highest elected official in her town. How did she do it? And what lessons can her life story teach us all?
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Joy, a female performer in Japan, was astonished when she found out that all the money he sent to her husband Bert was gone because of his vices and infidelity. They part ways leaving Joy to raised their daughter. Left with no choice, Joy decided to stand up for their family and drive their jeepney to earn a living. But her daughter Jeng was not so happy with her decision and also for the fact that her mother drove her father away. Joy did everything to get on the good side of her daughter until Jeng found out the reason behind her parents' separation.
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An episode about puppy love and the consequences that happens when innocence is lost. How will their families react and will they accept them again? Will Lyn (Maja Salvador)and Chako (Jason Abalos) learn life's harsh realities from the foolishness of their puppy love?
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Dodong (Jiro Manio) and Nitoy (Carlo Aquino) are brothers who live without proper care and guidance from their parents. As a young boy, Dodong feels that he's different from his brother. He is gay. Despite the sexuality, his brother Nitoy, loves him so much. They've been through a lot in life especially when Nitoy loses sanity. To support his brother's medication, Dodong enters gay prostitution. He gets beaten up all the time by his customers but prostitution is the only way he knows how to survive and help Nitoy.
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An old maid dreaming of her prince charming to come.
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Love blossoms between two unlikely people when Albert (Jericho Rosales), a burn victim meets Maricel (Heart Evangelista), a good-looking mall clerk. A quiet, conscientious and determined young man, Albert's biggest burden in life is his face: as an infant, he was burnt in an accident with a kerosene lamp. Since then, his face has become a mass of dark scars that has made him a target not just of teasing, but outright discrimination. Not only do people avoid him, but he also has trouble getting employed - which hurts even more, as he wants dearly to help his impoverished parents. Maricel finds herself touched when she hears Albert tell his story on a radio call-in show - something Albert did on an impulse after his father's death, when he realized he had no friends. After, Albert and Maricel become fast friends. The young lady even helps find him a job. Soon, Albert developed feelings, far more than friendship for Maricel. Can she see herself in a relationship with someone who not only has physical scars but emotional ones as well?
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Sophia's (Rica Peralejo) journey begins when she and live-in partner Abner (Derek Ramsay) decided to get married. Despite financial worries, the two start to build their family with Abner taking on a job as a miner in Mt. Diwalwal. Leaving his pregnant wife behind, Abner kept his hardships to himself and decides to contact Sophia when he has more good news to tell her. A year passes and Sophia begins to worry about her husband. Regardless of everyone's harsh words about Abner, she holds on to her beloved's promise. Until news reports of a landslide in the mountains reach her. She rushes to find Abner at the site but rescuers tell her that her husband is one of the trapped miners in the cave which unfortunately could not be saved. She refuses to accept what they tell her and spends every peso she has to find him. Until her mother makes her realize that she should continue her life because of her child. She acquires a job at a coffee plantation and here she meets Julio (Zanjoe Marudo). They develop a special friendship and he starts to fall in love with her. But Sophia still hangs on to Abner's promise of love-everlasting. But one day Sophia realizes that she has waited enough and it was time for her to move on. She accepts Julio's marriage proposition and makes Abner just a part of her past. But as she tries to begin a new life, news regarding Abner reaches her. Unknown to her, Abner was paralyzed waist down because of the landslide at Mt. Diwalwal. Not wanting to be a burden to his family, Abner decided to stay away from them. For him, it was a sacrifice until the day comes when he is fully healed and starts walking again. When Sophia finds out the truth, she is torn between her new life with Julio and reliving the past with Abner. Would Sophia choose Abner's promise of love or Julio's proposal for a new life?
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This is a story of a young professor (King) whose dream for a better life for him and his family is within reach, only to be cut short by an accident that leads to schizophrenia. The society that looks up to him with respect and admiration suddenly degrades him. What is more painful is that even his loving sister has lost faith in him and keeps her family away from him. Eventually, King proves to them that despite losing his sanity, he is capable of loving and sacrificing his own life for others.
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A unique love story of that proves that love is genderless. Bundang, a gay hair dresser, had a crush at Banduday, a barangay tanod who lives nearby his house. But unknown to him, his ultimate crush was indeed a girl. Bundang went over board to catch Baduday's affection to the point that he puts her to sleep and made love to her while she was conscious. Baduday learning what happened was furious at Bundang but eventually they became friends and fall in love. But building a family was the hardest part for the couple as issues regarding their gender arises.
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Claire is on top of her career and living the ultimate single's life. Despite not having a family, she compensates it by working hard and getting what she wants. However, this attitude turns Claire into a cold person. She lost friends. At first, it did not bother her. She did not even noticed that she needs friends until she discovers that she has brain cancer and that her days are numbered. Now, she fears of being alone til her death. Not knowing, what to do, she sets out to spend her last days at the resthouse until she meets Benjie, a callboy she ran into along the way. Claire is forced to bring Benjie to the resthouse where they get a chance to know each other and eventually fall in love. Unwillingly, they change each other's lives and learn the importance of a life full of hope and love.
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After getting married, Willard (Jestoni Alarcon) and Edna (Eula Valdes) have simple hopes and dreams for their three children Pipo, Bibo and Jew. They want to see their kids happy, have a good education and a comfortable if not luxurious life. Having ventured into the networking business in the late 90s, the couple's income flourished. For a short while, life seemed perfect until they realized that everything the business gave them were all temporary. A series of tragedies happen including the traumatic demise of their youngest daughter, Jew. But Edna and Willard didn't lose hope after Jew's death, keeping their daughter's memory alive in their hearts, their source of strength. Despite too of their financial difficulties, the couple strived even more to fulfill their dreams. Kapamilya Deal or No Deal became an opportunity for Edna to do that. The Amarille's believe that choosing and fighting for the P1 million peso suitcase was heaven sent as this might provide their first step towards moving on and starting life anew.
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Single mother Glenda was forced to lived with her husband and mistress for the sake of her sick son. She endured the pain of living with them. But when her husband's attitude got worse, Glenda decided to leave him and go back to her family.
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Is it possible for two people with opposite personalities to mesh together? The simple love story unfolds with Jayson, a handsome employee of a huge supermarket. Because of his good looks Jayson can have almost every woman he wants. He has had a string of girlfriends but has not taken his relationships with them seriously. Probably because of the trauma he felt when his mom abandoned their family, leaving them for another man. But then he comes across Rose, a co-employee at the grocery. Though she's not his usual type, the young promo girl's free spirit immediately appeals to him. Perhaps her aloofness towards his charms has him attracted to her. Then one fateful day, Jayson finds himself being rescued by Rose during a robbery at the supermarket. He realizes that he has begun having real feelings for her. But how can he convince Rose that he's sincere when he has the reputation of a heart breaker?
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A tale of two OFWs in Saudi-a straight acting gay and a young homophobic man-- they find comfort and love in each other's arms in the midst of loneliness and despair. Ronald (Gardo Versoza), the straight guy, commits suicide after finding out that his wife has an adulterous relationship back home. He survives only to become physically incapacitated. In a faraway country where no one dares to take a risk and break rules, only Rod (Bb Gandanghari), his gay co-worker, takes care of him without expecting something in return.
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Mang Ramon was a known "manggagantso" on the streets of Luneta. Together with his children, they begged for money on the streets and consider it as a form of living. But certain events happened that lead them to stop their work and realized that earning a living in a honest way is the best thing he can do for his children.
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An impoverished family experiences another storm in their life when only son Jun acquires a rare brain illness. They had to find ways and beg money to help with his operation but they never forgot to turn to God. When the boy died the family's faith in God was tested but then he miraculously comes back to life.
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Kate (Kim Chiu) and Eric (Gerald Anderson) have known each other since they were children and are wondering why their parents are so against their friendship which has blossomed into love. They hide their relationship from their families, knowing everyone will be against it. It turns out that the long-standing bitterness between Aling Tessie (Kate's mother) (Rio Locsin) and Fred (Eric's father) (Lito Pimentel) stemmed from their former relationship with one another that ended up in a betrayal. Echo's mother was Kate's mother's best friend and she could not forgive the woman who stole the man she loved. Time has not healed the wounds of the past and the lovers found themselves suffering for their parents' mistakes. Will this mark the end of Kate and Echo's love?
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Deo (John Estrada) is a well-known figure inside the walls of the Bilibid Prison. He is probably one of the most feared for he is the "berdugo" or the executioner of prisoners who are sentenced to death. Everyday, Deo is torn with his love for his family and his dedication for his job. Then suddenly, unusual and mind-boggling events happen to him inside the prison. These things started happening when he befriended Pepe, a rapist sentenced to die in the electric chair.
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Baby assumed the role of the matriarch of the house, caring for her younger siblings and father. She was content with living the simple life until she became afflicted with a rare disease called neurofibromatosis. Because their family was not well-off to have the malady treated, Baby had to endure the taunting and extreme prejudice people had of her looks. Baby lost her self-confidence and trust in other people. And so she never expected that someone would fall in love with her. Leon came into her life, loved her, and made her realize her worth as a person, as a woman, and as mother. No matter what others said to Leon, he only saw Baby's pure heart which he believed is the most important.
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5 stowaway teens who have succumbed to the hard ways of life but has found hope anew with the help of a very kind man. Living on the streets of Manila was a real trial for Jomar (Rayver Cruz), Michael (John Wayne Sace), Tong-Tong (Rodjun Cruz), Taruc (Sergio García) and Ron-Ron (Oliver Aquino) -- 5 friends who have runaway from their homes in the province. Because of their lack of money, the boys have resorted to begging, stealing and rugby. They live in this wretched state until they meet Bigboy (Jhong Hilario), an acrobat trainer. He and his wife, Sheila (Cherry Lou), took the boys under their wing and gave them hope for a better future. The acrobats made them discover their talents and the boys realized that they are good persons and are worth something in this world.
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An emotionally charged courtroom drama about a rebellious daughter who accused her disciplinarian father of rape. "Isinakdal" is told from the point of view of Adel, a mother and a wife torn between her husband and child who both plead their innocence. Adel could not believe it when her daughter Jasmin pointed the finger at her father, Ernie, for raping her. Her husband is the most upright man she has ever known. How can he do that to his own flesh and blood? The legal battle shattered Adel and her family. Whether the rape is factual or just made up by Jasmin to spite her father-either truth is painful for her because it involves two people whom she dearly loves.
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Kiray (Kiray Celis) had her humble beginnings at Magandang Tanghali Bayan's Little Miss U. "Batang matanda" was what viewers called her not just because of her 'looks' but also because of her adult like wit. After growing out her 'cuteness,' Kiray went into a hiatus, getting bit roles on various ABS-CBN shows like Kampanerang Kuba. However, the child actress got another break when the network launched the kiddie comedy show Goin' Bulilit. Kiray's back in the limelight, getting additional attention for her excellent singing voice and comedic timing. Watch how the kid triumphed over challenges in her career plus how she endures the teasing she gets from having quite an interesting face.
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Lito (Baron Geisler) is a simple and hardworking man from Mandaue. He is an idealist, searching for the perfect girl who will complete his world. Lito eventually meets the girl whom he believes is the "one" through a cousin. Inday (Jodi Sta. Maria) is beautiful, smart and kind, everything Lito has hoped for in a wife. His feelings for her will be tested, though, when Inday reveals she has a severe heart ailment and has only six months to live. Will Lito be able to overcome his fears? Will his faith bring him true love, the one he has searched for so long?
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Baby (Sharlene San Pedro), however has no reason to be happy about for she ends up alone in the big city after running away from her abusive mother. With no other place to go, she becomes attached to a poor blind beggar named Tatay Lando (Ramon Zamora), who reluctantly adopts the child after he realizes that she is all alone in this world. But as they become like the father and daughter they have each dreamed about, they both realize that a shadow hangs over their relationship - Tatay Lando is seriously ill. What kind of Christmas will this be for Tatay Lando and Baby? Would their made-up little family even survive the season?
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Yvonne (Joross Gamboa) is a native of Bohol who leaves his hometown to pursue his dreams in Manila. A gay such as he, is not accepted in his province. Later he decides to go back to his family but because of his sexuality, his family denies his return. He then, stays with his aunt and cousin's place. Through an unidentified number, a relationship starts. Unknown to Yvonne, the person he's in relationship with his cousins friend Jordan (TJ Trinidad). Fate will determine if their relationship will continue once Jordan finds out who he really is.
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Ruben (Tirso Cruz III) is a man whose drunken rages and abusive behavior has made his entire family-including his long-suffering wife-terrified of him. His monstrous tendencies eventually focus on his daughters Ling (Joanna Marie Tan) and Kail (Miles Ocampo). When Kail witnesses Ruben violate Ling, she is terrified, and tells her mother. But when Kail's aunt agrees to take Ling to live with her, it is up to Kail to fight her father-and fight for her family's future.
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Chippy (Laurel) thinks she is just another average Filipina girl living an average life in America. But things become extraordinary for her when she meets Joseph (Eigenmann), another young Filipino transplanted to America. Soon, Chippy and Jospeh learn that they left the Philippines on the same day, and even took the same plane from the Philippines to go to America. They owned the same sweatshirt. Their homes in the Philippines were similar. They even lived in the same town for a time, where Joseph was a regular customer in Chippy's grandmother's store. And yet they never met before. Are these near-misses a sign that they are each other's destiny?
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For Junie (de Mesa) and Lanie (Roces), it seems that there is. Boy meets girl, both fall in love with each other, get married, and stay together for 23 years. It's as if these two were destined to be for each other from the very start, and will stay madly in love no matter what. In fact, Junie is determined to keep it that way. The typical loving husband, he showers his wife with everything that a woman can ask for: stability, affection, and everything else that can make their marriage stay perfect as ever. Unfortunately, Junie's plan for perfection backfires, when his search for the best doctor for Lanie's father leads his wife to her first love, Gerald (Ricardo Cepeda). Things get more complicated as Gerald asks Lanie to be with him, and offers her a plane ticket so they can be together. Alas, Lanie agrees and as tensions arise, Junie is faced with the hardest decision he has to make: Will he still strive to make his pseudo-fairy tale marriage last, or will he give Lanie what she ultimately desires?
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It's a small world for two strangers whose hearts were brought together by a series of coincidences.
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No doubt, dreaming and chasing after it takes a lot of courage. In this so-called rat race we call life, it takes guts to pant after what we really want, as financial concerns oftentimes win at tugging our heartstrings. After all, one has to eat, one has to help out one's family and one has been given the responsibility to provide. As such, chasing after what we really want often gets shelved as something impractical, mere wishes that are impossible to attain. 2006 World Pool champ Ronnie Alcano (Vhong Navarro) was most likely faced with the same dilemma when he was still starting out. Growing up in the small town of Calamba, Laguna, Ronnie along with his brothers were introduced to billiards at an early age through their father's love of sports. But although Ronnie showed phenomenal talent in the game, he dismissed the notion of building a career out of it, as it seemed rather impractical. Instead, he tried his hand at being a security guard, a job that proved to be unsatisfying for our pool shark. Soon, his father encounters a health problem, a situation that proved to be life-changing for Ronnie.
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A teacher is torn between her love for her profession and her family.
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A family struggles to overcome a tragedy when their father suffers from a third-degree burn.
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Janet (Mariel Rodriguez), a chubby lady who comes from a conservative family. In her first day at work, she meets Philip (Ryan Eigenmann) who ends up as her partner. Unfortunately, Janet and Ryan are always at odds with each other. Will there be a chance for love to bloom between the two?
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An uneducated man realizes the importance of learning from books and from life.
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A simple-minded mother sacrifices everything including her eyesight for her family.
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Rey "Boom Boom" Bautista (John Prats) is sure one tough cookie. The country's recent pride in the field boxing, he has proven himself locally and even abroad, bringing honor to the Philippines. However, most people aren't aware that success didn't come easy for this Bohol native. Growing up poor in Candijay, Bohol, young Boom Boom almost never had a chance at formal education, had he not try his hand at boxing when he was 12. Of course, immersing oneself to such a sport requires hours of rigid training, something which Boom Boom invested on. As such, he ended up skilled not only in boxing, but in life in general, as the training he experienced brought about valuable lessons in life that Boom Boom will never forget.
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A story of Remedios, a mother who faces great turmoil when insanity strikes her 3 children.
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Most people pant after love, but it seems as if they're looking for it in the wrong places. Yet, something unexpected, yet seemingly ordinary comes at their lives, and then it transforms itself into a romance waiting to happen. If you are caught in the same predicament, what will you do? Will you grab that rare opportunity, or will you turn your back on love altogether, afraid of taking that chance and the uncertainty to follow? Meet Mio (Zanjoe Marudo) and Camille (Bea Alonzo), two people who are two worlds apart. Mio is a simple banker from Bulacan, who wants nothing more but a better life for his mother, as well as to brighten up another person's day with his sincere service at the bank. Camille, on the other hand, is an educated girl, reared by an upper middle class family. Beautiful and intelligent, Camille seems to fit everybody's ideal of a perfect girlfriend. However, she is still single, much to the dismay of her manipulative mother, who tries her very best to push rich suitors to Camille, hoping nothing but a comfortable life for her daughter! Of course, Camille wants none of this, but still humor her mother when she sends Camille on a cruise, hoping that she will bump into her prince charming. As luck would have it, Mio wins a ticket to the cruise as well, and together with his mom, he embarks on a one of a kind journey, made more special by Camille's presence! Will the two strangers find love aboard the cruise, or will their social differences prohibit them from falling in love in the first place?
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A touching story of a mother, wife, and sister who sacrifices everything for her family.
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Rhea (Maja Salvador), Suzette (Erich Gonzales) and Johnson (John Wayne Sace) have been good friends since high school. They grew up hanging out at Rhea's house, as her cool mom (Jocelyn) is a very open-minded parent. Soon, Suzette and Johnson end up together, and Johnson eventually gets Suzette pregnant! Afraid to tell their parents about Suzette's early pregnancy, the two seek the help of Rhea and her cool mom. As such, they entrust their child in Rhea's care for a while, and promise to come back for it once they're ready to become parents. Soon, baby Joy is born, and Rhea plays mother to the baby. She learns to love baby Joy despite rumors that she's a "disgrasyada". However, three years after, Suzette and Johnson come back for their baby! Will Rhea be able to give the baby back? Can she keep baby Joy instead?
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The story of two half-brothers' journey towards acceptance with each other.
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Ariel (Jake Cuenca) is an ordinary boy living an ordinary life. He grew up to poverty in Ilocos Sur, and lost his father when he was 12. Ever since then, he had dreamt of becoming a soldier to help others out, and to ultimately serve his country. But what's more admirable is that he never let the circumstances in his life affect his goal, even if it seems that life is against him! He tried his hand at PMA twice, but got rejected eventually. Still, with the help of his supportive girlfriend Margaret ('Roxanne Guinoo'), he tried his luck once more, and got in.
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A singer from Japan who faced different challenges as a mom in the Philippines.
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Eden (Rayver Cruz) suffers from epilepsy. His parents and brothers struggle in coping and taking turns of taking care of him, sacrificing their own lives. A tragic event makes the four siblings learn the hard way of giving importance for one another.
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Will you be able to fall in love again, when you've been already hurt by it before? Two people are faced with this question as they both encounter terrible heartaches, and stumble upon each other, through a simple, yet life-changing action. Patty (Kaye Abad) and Lester (Diether Ocampo) may be worlds apart, and it may be literally so, as Lester is a seaman. However, their worlds intertwine through a chance phone call one night, and they discover that they both have something in common: they're both hurting from recent heartaches! Will this common denominator eventually equate with love?
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Friendship means more than laughter, sharing interests and making happy memories. Friendship is also a big commitment, which involves helping out someone go through the day, encouraging someone not to give up, helping a person change for the better, and even sacrificing something precious just so a friend can make his dreams come true. In this week's episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya, we see this ideal picture of friendship between two boys. Seemingly world's apart, Roy and Mark decided to stick with each other through thick and thin. The two had big dreams for each other, and promised themselves that they will finish college, work as professionals, and help their respective families out. However, despite how grand their dreams are, the harsh realities of life seem to get in the way. Soon, poverty strikes Roy, who eventually decides to work as a call boy. Will Mark still be able to accept his good friend, despite the nature of his "job"?
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Our fathers mean a lot to us. After all, they work hard to give us a bright future, to provide our needs, and even give us some of the luxuries they probably didn't taste when they were still young. Jessie's father was such a man, so when a drunk man stabs him one day, Jessie vows to get revenge! Since the police wasn't able to track his father's murderer, Jessie decides to take matters in his own hands instead, and look for the murderer on his own. Soon, a lot of obstacles come his way, but those don't seem to stop Jessie from avenging his father's death! However, just as the criminal goes right under his nose, Jessie discovers that the said man already has a family of his own! Will he let this little fact alter his lifelong goal, or will he let it change his life forever?
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They say that we shouldn't judge a book by its cover. After all, we can't exactly encapsulate one's identity just by looking at a person's face. The same goes for Uleng. He was named after charcoal due to his dark complexion, but this man is nowhere from being dark and brooding, as what other people might think. On the contrary, Uleng grew up to be an optimistic young man, who was extremely close to his brother Ryan, even if Ryan was quite different from him in terms of looks. However, the brothers' carefree days together were marked by a tragedy, as their mother leaves them because of poverty, and soon, Ryan begins to drift away from his brother by joining a group of gangsters. Despite all this, Uleng decides to take charge by helping out his father sell cigarettes at the market, whom he eventually became close to. Equipped with a talent in singing, Uleng copes with the harsh reality of life through music, and even tries his luck in various singing competitions, helping his father with some of the expenses. However, tragedy rears its ugly head again, as the 16 year-old Ryan ends up in jail for hold-up and robbery! Will things ever look up for Uleng? How will he cope up with this one?
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All she ever wished for is to be loved by someone and have her own family.
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We are all familiar with the fairy tale story of Cinderella, that poor little girl who turned out rich in the end. However, her rags to riches story was peppered with hardships, as she had to endure her wicked stepmother and stepsisters first, before becoming the princess they all looked up to. In the same way, Cinderella shares this similarity with Jerome (Ketchup Eusebio), who's forced to work as a houseboy to pay off his family's debts. As such, he sets off to become a houseboy for his wealthy, yet cruel relative, Lola Sylvia (Gina Pareño)! Pretty much like Cinderella, Jerome had to endure living under his harsh Lola Sylvia's "care". And not only does he painstakingly has to go about with tons of household chores, he also has to endure his Lola Sylvia's hurtful words and meticulous ways as well! But until when can he tolerate her? Will he, eventually, earn a spot in his Lola Sylvia's heart?
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Dante (Albert Martinez) and Lorna (Angel Aquino) seem to paint a picture-perfect portrait of a happy family. Although the two lived quite simply, they are undeniably happy. However, problems arose as their little family got bigger, and as the saying goes, "you can't live on love alone". As such, the two decided that they must earn extra cash, making Lorna work abroad to search for greener pastures. Things head for an unexpected twist, as Lorna coincidentally meets her old flame in Saipan! Will this cause problems for the loving couple, or will it make Lorna and Dante stronger?
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They say blood is thicker than water. After all the family weighs a lot in a person's life? But what will you do when you end up getting torn between your family and a friend who gave you a lot of help? Onay (Vina Morales) and Elsa (Shaina Magdayao) are sisters. Their sisterly bond is so deep that nobody can tear them apart, even if people might think Onay's mental retardation keeps getting in the way of Elsa's life. In fact, it seems that Onay's disability brought the two closer, amidst trials and pain. Unfortunately, due to financial difficulties, the two have to part ways, but eventually get reunited again. However, tragedy strikes, and Elsa is left with no choice but to defend her sister's dignity and honor, despite all odds.
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All of us face trials and problems with varying degrees. Most of the time, our instinct tells us to give in and surrender without putting up a fight, living a life resigned to self-pity and loneliness. Of course, going the other way is the right thing to do, but the road to it proves to be harder than just simply giving in. But, there are individuals who prove to the world that they can remain victorious despite all odds, serving as an inspiration to other people as well. Giling (Joshua Dionisio) is one such person. At a young age, he was forced to leave school and work as a sakada in a sugar cane field, due to his father's orders. Everyday he toils under the sun in dangerous circumstances, and goes home to an abusive father who can't even put food on their table. To make things worse, his younger siblings Pering and Felix eventually die, fuelling his anger even more for his tyrant father, who, in a drunken rage, never fails to beat the hungry Giling and his siblings to a pulp. With this kind of life, it seems that the future is bleak for Giling. After all, not only is he a slave to a wealthy haciendero, he's also a slave to his abusive father as well. Is he doomed as a slave for life, or will he find a way to break away from it, and give a better future for his family?
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A bittersweet story of love and hurt between a man, his wife, and his mistress. Get to know Lerma and Mike, a picture-perfect couple who got ruined by Mike's mistress, when Lerma left abroad to give her family a better future. While Lerma was away, Mike offers his house to Nanette, who eventually wins the hearts of Mike's kids. However, things start to get messy as Lerma goes home, and finds out that Mike let his mistress stay on her house, and more painfully, has won the heart of her kids! Will this wreck Lerma and Mike's marriage forever? Whom will Mike choose in the end? Also, will his mistress give up that easily, when she has completely taken over Mike and Lerma's family? Will Lerma be able to forgive her?
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The 13-year-old Flor (Ella Cruz) has a troubled past while the 32-year-old Rosa (Jean Garcia) has slightly lost her sanity due to depression. Despite these difficulties, they become good companions. When Rosa was still sane, she told Flor of her stories. In the end, Rosa's tragic but moving story taught Flor something she never learned from the so-called family she had come from, nor the sane people around her.
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Melody (Angel Locsin) is a girl who will do everything for her family. Not only is their father afflicted with an illness, but they also have to deal with their mother's abandonment as well. Melody is left with no choice but to put aside her dream, and become the family's breadwinner. She earns a living by working as a doctor's assistant, and there she meets Jeffrey, her wealthy employer's son. However, things soon take a turn for the worse as a tragic incident happens, and Melody is torn between fulfilling her familial obligations and defending herself. What will she do in the end, and will she find love in the process?
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The bittersweet story of Rex Ferrer, a migrant of Spain and a victim of the terrorist train bombing, whose death brought about the union of his family. When a series of coordinated bombings took place on March 11, 2004, one of the casualties was Rex Reynaldo Ferrer of Santiago, Isabela. The 21-year old Filipino was one of the 200 people killed in the explosions, which injured 1,600 persons of different nationalities. Rex (Jhong Hilario) was a reluctant migrant brought to Madrid by his parents, together with his sister Liezel (Denise Laurel). He was having a hard time adapting to Spain's lifestyle, causing his conflict with his mother Anita (Cherry Pie Picache). Nevertheless, Rex adapted to the system and healed his relationship with his mother. But this blissful event ended unexpectedly when Rex became one of the victims of terrorist attacks in Madrid. Now the family had to cope with their loss as they headed back to the Philippines, leaving Rex's memories in Madrid. According to a report written by the Department of Foreign Affairs, Rex lived with his parents in Torrejon, approximately 50 kilometers from Madrid. As told by his parents to Embassy officials, he was on his way to Madrid to attend a church meeting that morning. He was a member of the Iglesia ni Cristo. He had been living in Spain for 7 years and had acquired Spanish citizenship in 2003.
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Mie-mie Barcelona (Mark Bautista) finds fulfillment in joining Ms. Gay pageants, where he always emerges as the winner. Like most homosexuals, he falls in love with a man, who eventually betrays him. As a form of revenge to his heartbreaking love affair with a man, Mie-mie undergoes a transformation-he dresses up and acts like a man. Eventually, he finds solace and falls in love with a woman who became the mother of his three kids. Later on, when his son falls seriously ill, Mie-mie is forced to join a gay beauty pageant, as his way of earning money immediately to save his son's life.
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Laura (Valerie Concepcion) was invited by her relative to take a vacation in her native town of La Union. There she meets Rodel (Luis Manzano), a rich barrio boy, who falls in love with her. Showering her with attention, Laura takes advantage of his generosity to the point of asking him to buy jewelry for her with the promise of marrying him the next day. But Rodel was just not Laura's type and she returns to the city, leaving him heartbroken. Delia ('Jacklyn Jose'), Rodel's mother, tries to avenge her son by consulting a mangkukulam. Back in Manila, Laura thought that she got away with her bad deeds, until a series of bizaare and unexplainable events happens to her. She then returns to La Union to seek answers and discovers that the man she left behind has already lost his mind.
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Josie (Princess Punzalan) and her husband, Albert (Raymond Bagatsing), had been living in New York for quite some time. But one day, Josie's close college friend, Marivic (Beth Tamayo), comes to the boisterous city to find a better life. Trying to elude the immigration, Marivic goes to her friend for help, and Josie decides to take Marivic in. As Josie helps Marivic find a house so she could start a new life on her own, the latter returns the favor by being a shoulder to cry on every time her friend has a fight with her husband. But to Marivic's surprise, her old friend has been going through a long overdue sexuality crisis. This takes Josie and Marivic into a journey of sexual awakening and self freedom.
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A story of Donna, a probinsyana with a palengke background, who thought that getting a decent job in the city and eventually marrying a corporate guy would make her happy. But the only job she finds is a job at the burger stand, and her suitor Robert is a "mere fireman" who worked in front of their burger stand. She didn't plan on falling in love with him but she sis, and she had to make a choice whether she would pursue upping her social status, or marry for love and end up just like her parents. In the end, she chooses Robert and realizes that happiness was just in front of her, eye level, not the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.
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After spending 40 years in prison, Abel ('Dolphy (I)') is finally a free man. He dreams of spending this Christmas with his wife, Liza (Marita Zobel), and their son, Andoy (John Arcilla), However, his family still hate him for believing that he killed Liza's new husband and Andoy's second father Carding (Eric Fructuoso). Abel is not sure what would happen to him outside those prison walls. Good thing his friend Nestor (Cris Daluz) offered him to stay with them. There, Abel experienced the warm and comfort of having a home, and of having a family. But Abel still longs to be with his family, hence, he tries to see Liza and Andoy. In their old house, Abel watches from afar, and he meets a young boy named Mark (Makisig Morales) who is actually his grandson. Abel befriended Mark, but when Abel discovers the secret friendship his son is having with his loathed father, he angrily tells Abel to leave them in peace. Utterly disappointed, Abel refuses to celebrate Christmas. Is there still hope for Abel to be with his family is his first Christmas as a freeman?
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A playing a woebegone deaf-mute who triumphed over her disabilities when she became a champion paralympics swimmer.
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Theirs may not be a complete family but who says a single dad can't raise two daughters by himself? Nick (Michael De Mesa) does an exceptional job at it given his close relationship with Pamela and Dindin. But what if their simple but happy existence is suddenly struck with one of life's cruel jokes? Nick becomes accused with rape, which he swears he did not commit, but all circumstantial evidence seems to point at him. Though his daughters' belief in him remains unshakeable, how can they prove his innocence in court?
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The comic romantic story of a religious, conservative girl Flor (Mariel Rodriguez) who falls for a streetwise sanggano Louie (Zanjoe Marudo). Their love story begins when they meet each other during an unfortunate holdup in a bus. The two have an unlikely love affair, and eventually, the one changes the other for love.
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Kat-Kat (Eliza Pineda) experiences her first brush with young love at 13. She becomes instantly attracted to Roel (Joshua Dionisio) after she laid eyes on him at the carnival where his family sells popcorn every December. Then she gets heartbroken when she learns that Roel is interested in her friend (Mikylla Ramirez) and merely wants her to act as their "bridge". She begins to dream again however when Roel suddenly turns his attention to her. With him she encounters all the firsts in her life: first time to be showered with love other than her parents, first kiss, first hug, first date and other kilig moments that will be forever etched in her mind. Her joy however didn't last long since Roel's family has to leave as soon as Christmas season ends. Kat-Kat gets disappointed when Roel rarely communicates with her over the months that followed. Then when December finally arrives, she meets Roel again but this time, she discovers that he has found a new girlfriend! With her parent's proper guidance though, Kat-Kat overcomes her first heartache. At 17, she looks back at her bittersweet experience in a new light, knowing that it has taught her lessons that molded her into a better person.
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Jay (Geoff Eigenmann) whose wife left him when she realizes that he will never see again. Despite his efforts to save their marriage, Jay still ends up alone with their kids and his parents to care for him. On the other hand, Lisa (Valerie Concepcion) is a polio victim whose disability always hinders her from being accepted by others. They are two people who thought they will spend their whole lives in misery 'til their paths crossed.
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As someone who comes from a very wealthy family, the life of Darlene ('K.C. Concepcion') practically evolves around boys, parties and all the luxuries in the world. Perhaps her attitude can't be helped since she's daddy's favorite girl. Everything she wants she gets with just a snap of her finger. All these changed however when her parents met a tragic accident, which claimed her father's life and rendered her mom paralyzed. Suddenly, she finds her family bankrupt and it's up to her now to support her ailing mother. Can she survive living the hard life?
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They say that great love comes along once in a lifetime. So when you find it, you should hold on to it and never let go. But matters of the heart are always marked with a mesh of complications. Just like Cathy (Regine Velasquez) and Gian (Albert Martinez) who lost their chance to be together twice in their youth. But after twenty years of separation, their dreams pull them back together again. Will they choose to fight for their love this time or is it simply too late for them?
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There is nothing wrong with dreaming big as it drives us to reach beyond our own limit. It becomes a hindrance however when we fail to distinguish reality from mere fantasy. The story of Lola Angge (Susan Roces) as told by her grandson (Jiro Manio) takes us to her fancy life as a woman of status when in fact she's merely a "scrap queen", living in a small shanty with her garbage collection. Upon living with her, Jonel's family is left without a choice but to accept her maltreatment since they have nowhere else to go. He fails to understand however why his Lolo Dom tolerates his wife's every whim. Is there really no kindness left in Lola Angge's heart?
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To heed love's call or to follow the Lord's calling? Such is the dilemma of pen pals Sheila (Roxanne Guinoo) and Dennis (Joross Gamboa). Corresponding with each other for 8 years, Sheila and Dennis's friendship eventually develops into something more. However Dennis' vocation as a seminarian hinders them from truly pursuing what they feel for one another. Difficult as it is, they must choose which path to take and eventually realize their true destinies.
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Nina (Hazel Ann Mendoza), who has been adopted by some relatives in Manila, shares to her younger sister Jasmine (Maja Salvador) how wonderful city life is. The young woman paints such a beautiful picture of her experiences in Manila that Jasmine could not help but long for the same thing. Coming from a financially-strapped family living in the province, nine-year-old Jasmine wished that she can be adopted by their well-off relatives too, so she can also have the comfortable life Nina is experiencing. It was too late however when she realizes that Nina merely embellished the story of her glorious city life. Worse, she was entrusted to a different set of relatives, who instead of taking care of her as their own flesh and blood, rapes her not once but several times. Can Jasmine ever escape this life of torture?
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Is it possible for two people to fall in love even at the age of 80? Love indeed knows neither time nor reason for Lola Etrona (Gloria Romero), who is reunited with her childhood sweetheart, after years of misery from a loveless marriage. Hailed as the most beautiful girl in their town back when she was in her teens, her dream of becoming a teacher and spending forever with her beloved Panyong (Eddie Garcia) was suddenly crushed when her father forced her to wed a much older man. But even though she moved away from her barrio she kept Panyong's memory alive by telling her son stories about her former boyfriend. Several years pass and the widowed Etrona gets a surprise when a familiar face knocks on her door once again.
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Rhea (Empress Schuck) suffers unimaginable pain as she becomes a victim of physical and sexual abuse at the hands of her own father and brother. Trying to put her painful past behind her, Rhea leaves home and assumes the identity of a boy named Lester in an effort to forget her horrible experiences. As Lester, Rhea lives a life so far removed from her past and manages to become friends with Ian (Oyo Boy Sotto). When Ian discovers his friend is actually a girl, he encourages her to deal with her pain so she can move on with the rest of her life. Can Rhea find the courage to confront the ghosts of her past?
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For someone like Ruben (Carlo Aquino), who was born and raised in the slums of Tondo, poverty, crime, and vice are part and parcel of everyday life. Since he grows up without a father and because his mother (Aleck Bovick) works abroad, he learns to become independent. His only wish in life is to meet the woman of his dreams. Anette (Denise Laurel) is everything in a woman that he ever asked for and more. The two fall madly in love, but Anette's wealthy parents reject their relationship-much like what happened to his own mother who was shunned by his father's family. Will Ruben have to let go of the one good thing he's ever had?
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Bert (Gabby Concepcion) is the devoted driver of a rich Chinese family. He is so loyal to his boss Federico (Tirso Cruz III) that he tolerates the fact that his boss is cheating on his wife, Chona (Rio Locsin). In return, Bert is generously rewarded for his late night work just so Federico can meet with his mistress. Later on however, he starts to feel guilty because he sees how Chona suffers in silence because of her husband's coldness. But Bert cannot tell her about Federico's illicit affair for fear of losing his job. Will he finally muster enough courage to tell Chona the truth? How will Bert's dilemma affect his own relationship with his wife Lani?
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Eighteen-year-old Adela (Bea Alonzo) becomes a surrogate mom to Abby (Julia Montes), an unwanted baby from a prominent family. She basically puts her life on hold while she raises a child not even her own. Abby grows up believing that Adela is her real mom, until her grandmother tells her the truth. Devastated, Abby eventually learns to accept the real circumstances of her birth. Meanwhile, Adela is slowly living her own life, but she still refuses to let go of Abby. Can she learn to do some growing up of her own so she can finally raise her own family?
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The pregnant Rita (Pokwang) is abandoned by her husband who takes her two other older sons and leaves the youngest son with her. Though heartbroken, Rita was able to raise her son and paying off her husband's debt by selling toys and bringing joy to other kids for seven years. When Rita couldn't bear being separated with her sons, she decided to see one of them in his school. Will Rita be able to patch things up with her son? Will she able to bring joy to their faces similar to the entertainment that she gives to other children?
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Story of Freddie (Jomari Yllana) and Leah (Ara Mina) who find love again after their respective unhappy marriages. Despite their families' objections, they decide to fight for their relationship and live a contented life. The sea will be the witness of their undying love, but it will also bring tragedy down upon them. Will they be able to fight fate?
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The story revolves around Alex (Diether Ocampo) who has to leave his family behind to seek better opportunities in Japan. Years later, his affair with a Japanese woman results in a son named Nori (Quintin Alianza). When he returns home, he brings along Nori and introduces him as his adopted son to his daughter Andrea (Eliza Pineda). Andrea is too young to understand that Nori is the reason why her own mom left them soon after her father's homecoming. How will Alex raise his two children on his own?
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In a relentless pursuit to provide for her family, a determined mother defies all odds as she embarks on an extraordinary journey of entrepreneurial success. From selling fish to conquering the business world, she fearlessly takes charge after the tragic loss of her husband. Brace yourself for an inspiring tale of resilience, where one woman's unwavering spirit trumps adversity, leaving an indelible mark on both her family and the world around her. Prepare to be uplifted by this captivating story of triumph against all odds.
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Story of two women vying for the love of one man. Farida (Sheryl Cruz) whose family life gets shaken as Ana (Jodi Sta. Maria) desperately wants to win the heart of her husband Esmail (Bobby Andrews). In the course of Ana's wicked desires, the fates of Farida's children head a turn for the worse most especially that of her eldest daughter, Rahina (Empress Schuck). What drastic measures will Ana do just to make Esmail hers? How will a child deal with a woman who's determined to tear her family apart?
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The story of Margarita (Gretchen Barretto) forced to work off her sweat for her family while her good-for-nothing husband stays happily unemployed most of the time. Eventually though, she finds a good-paying job through the help of the town Mayor (Phillip Salvador) who becomes her good friend, and much later, her lover. Is it wrong for Margarita to fall for someone who can fulfill her needs for her family and as a woman? How can she stay faithful if the man she married does nothing but run away from his responsibilities?
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Find out where 'Charice' is getting those deep emotions when singing heartwarming songs that made her popular in Korea, United Kingdom, Italy, USA and the rest of the world. The episode will narrate the struggles of this young diva including the reason why she no longer uses the last name "Pempengco."
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Gerry (Smokey) is an average guy with a decent job, and Kong (Bemjie) is a seemingly dangerous thug who is actually harmless and just misunderstood. They both discover through an unexpected encounter that looks can be deceiving and they form a strong bond despite their differences. But what if the malice and cynicism of people around them persist in destroying the trust which they fought to build? Will they have faith in their friendship or will they be swayed by mob?
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Set in Isla Puting Bato, a poignant story about poverty that drifted the families and the extent of a mother's love, not only to her children but also to her grandchildren if needed. Lola Elena, left by her daughter Inday, strives to feed her five grandchildren and send them to school. But poverty and lack of education were a major threat to Lola Elena's goal. Despite their situation and her old age, she continues to support them and give them what they need even if it means giving all her strength and energy and risking her own life.
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Marie (Sarah Geronimo) came from a broken family. Her parents separated when her mother found out that her father had an affair with another woman. She, her mother Lucing (Cherry Pie Picache) and her elder brother, Marko (Jason Abalos) moved out from their house and started living in rented houses. Despite of it, she was living a comfortable life - she was enrolled in an exclusive school and had what she needed, not knowing that her mother was having a hard time at work already. They started moving to different places - from a fully furnished house, to more cramped studio-type apartments, dealing with annoying landladies and landlords, fraternity riots in the neighborhood, drug addicts, and were even threatened to be thrown out of the house many times. Her mother tried to shoulder the financial weight for the house rentals and their tuition. Soon, Marko moved out to live with their grandmother since he couldn't afford to live with them anymore. Marie was about to give up her studies when her mother pawned the only property they had - their house and lot in the province. Eventually, she was able to finish her studies. Amidst her family's struggle with finding home, Marie realized the greatest lesson life gave her - that a house is not a home if they would not stick together as a family.
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Liwayway (or simply Rosie by day) (Cristine Reyes), a woman who's forced to work as a G.R.O. in a strip joint. Some may look down upon this kind of job, but all Liwayway cares about is to earn enough money for her to use in her search of her long-lost father. Along this journey, what various struggles will Liwayway face before she achieves such a simple dream? Will she find the one man who really means a lot to her, or will one big revelation suddenly push her on a different course?
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Dennis (Rayver Cruz) and Myra (Maja Salvador) met at a popular hang-out in front of their school. Dennis invited Myra to judge a boardgame and got her class schedule. The next day, Dennis went to Myra's class and decided to cut class and go on a date. They made love on the sixth day of their relationship and Myra got pregnant. Fear that she would intervene with Dennis' life, Myra decided to hide her pregnancy but her cousin found out about her situation and told Myra's mother. Furious, Myra's relatives filed a case against Dennis and thus ending their relationship on a sour note. One and a half years after Myra and Dennis met again and renew their friendship for their childsake. They were starting to rebuild their relationship but Dennis was bound to fulfill his dreams of being a sea fearer. Left with a hope of getting back together, Myra let Dennis go but wishing that they could still be together. Dennis, on the other hand, realized that Myra was the one for her and when he finally went back, he proposes to her and continue their six-day relationship to a lasting union.
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Pangking (Matt Evans), the campus heartthrob, and Aming (Kim Chiu), an ordinary and simple girl in class, started off as best friends. Aming became King's bridge in courting Neneng, one of Aming's girl friends. Unexpectedly, King fell in love with Aming. Their friendship grew deeper as a romantic relationship between them began. Conflicts arise and rivalries emerged when Aming's circle of friends and their teachers showed objection against their relationship. Many of the girls in class felt envious of Aming because she almost had King in her hands. Their teachers were also against them because romantic relationships were prohibited in their catholic school's administration. However, no matter how rampant the oppositions against their relationship were, their love for each other grew stronger. King had even sacrificed his membership in the campus dance troupe just to give way for Aming's love for dancing, since the club would not allow couple members. Also, for Aming to get back her friendship with her girl friends, Aming and King did a role-playing pretending that they were already separated. But the drama only lasted for three days because they could not take ignoring each other anymore. Still, they remained as the best of lovers as they were best of friends throughout their high school years. It was only after high school when they broke their relationship off, yet still remain as best of friends, where all the real love they felt for each other all started.
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The story of Chris Zamora (John Lloyd Cruz), a family man whose unstable personality compels him to believe that he's the devil's advocate. Second to the youngest in a brood of 13, Chris developed a rare mental illness because of a lack of family care and medical attention.
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Malou (Dawn Zulueta), a 40-year-old single mother who falls in love with Roger (Jake Cuenca) who's 9 years younger than her. But more than their huge age difference, their main struggle is the fact that Roger happens to be a prisoner wrongly accused of attempted rape. Fate is on their side though because it was their regular participation in Bible studies which brought them together in the first place. But with the society's prejudice towards convicts, will Malou's family accept her choice of a life time partner? Can she trust someone like Roger despite his past? And how can they build a life together if he's in jail?
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Marlon is boy pimp who grew up in poverty and bad influences from his surroundings.
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Jay Bogayan in real life, Bugoy Drilon (Mark Bautista) grew up in an impoverished family in the town of Ocampo. Since childhood, he has dreamed of finishing his studies and performing on stage. His dreams were put on hold when his father became alcoholic and Bugoy had to work as a janitor in the university to finance his education. His life changed forever when he got the chance to audition for PDA 2, and the rest, they say, is history.
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Aurora (Aiko Melendez) was sentenced to life imprisonment due to two cases of estafa. Prior to that, Aurora has been obsessed on her pursuit of true love from her different lovers. Though she was already a mother of seven children, Aurora learns how to value her relationship with them only when she got jailed. Under the said circumstances, is it too late for her to express her love to them? But how can she be a responsible parent if she's put behind bars forever?
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Sonny (Joem Bascon) and Laila (Precious Lara Quigaman) are a young couple who sought the help of an abortionist named Susan ('Jacklyn Jose'). As a manghihilot, Susan would frequently help women get rid of the baby in their womb. But because the act gives her so much guilt, Susan would light a candle and offer prayers to the souls on the unborn children she killed. However, when one of her patients ended up dead, Susan started seeing things she never imagined were possible. An apparition of a bloody woman would often follow her wherever she goes. In her dreams, the woman would appear carrying a child covered in blood. Who is this woman and what does she wants from Susan? How can Susan put a stop to this horrifying experience?
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Mio (Ketchup Eusebio), a young man with a sad past, who finally gives in to his mother Choring's (Gina Pareño) request for a long-overdue visit to their poor town in Bicol. He dreads the homecoming since the town has given him painful memories like the death of his father and the reason that pushed all his sisters to leave for Manila a long, long time ago. Their bus ride to Bicol becomes a memorable trip down memory lane for Mio as he discovers that even the smallest things can become blessings depending on one's perspective. He finally realizes that these simple details can offer an escape and temporary bliss to the townspeople and most especially to his mother. Will Mio and his mother finally find what they have long been looking for in their hometown?
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Ricardo is a man who is never serious in a relationship. But he falls in love with a prim and proper woman, Liza, which will give way to change.
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Eloisa (Alessandra De Rossi), a hardworking woman born into poverty who does everything she can to support her family even at an early age. When she is diagnosed with cancer, she still chooses to continue working instead of getting proper treatment. She beats the odds by living past the time that her doctors expected her to live to, but another complication comes her way when she finds out she is pregnant. Despite the added danger to her health, she chooses to carry the child to full term. Will Eloisa get her wish of having a child or will she succumb to her battle with cancer?
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Story of two young lovers, Johnny and Aida, who are out to prove that real happiness can be found even after suffering a painful betrayal.
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Anita (Judy Ann Santos), a mother of three who has no idea how to raise her children after her husband's unexpected demise. Her youngest child starves to death soon after that and such tragic loss finally makes her lose hope for their future. As such, she decides to end their poverty-stricken lives by poisoning her kids. Anita's attempt to take the easy way out fails, however, as her eldest son Seloy catches her in the act and puts his sibling in the care of their nearest relatives instead. After what happened, has Anita totally lost her chance to becoming a good mother to her children? Will she ever win their love and trust back again?
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A heartwarming story of a little girl (Sophia Baars) whose only wish is to have a merry Christmas and a surprise gift from Santa. Her grandfather (Spanky Manikan) hears her heart's great desire and tries his best to make her dreams come true.
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Arman and Shirley are husband and wife who longs for a child. This wish would bring them to a different, sad, desperate path.
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Richard (Derek Ramsay), a victim of sexual abuse by his own father who is a closet gay. Traumatized, he grows up with a burning desire to take revenge on his father and all gays in general. This is his distorted mission in life when he meets Billy (Coco Martin), a homosexual who is about to change every bad thing he believes in since his father raped him then left him behind. How will Richard deal with someone who reminds him of his father's sins? Will he find the meaning of true love once he gets to know Billy better?
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Arnie is a woman who encountered lots of heartaches and criticisms because of her weight. This has led her to believe that she would never find someone who can truly love and accept everything about her. Jake (Janus) is about to change all that, however, as he unexpectedly falls in love with her wit and charming ways. For the first time in her life, Arnie experiences how it feels to be treated the way she deserves and to be courted by a very persistent suitor. But in her cynical mind, she just couldn't believe that she has finally found the guy who would make her impossible dreams come true. Does Jake really have an ulterior motive in courting her? What will it take for Arnie to believe that Jake only has good intentions towards her?
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An extraordinary friendship story of Roque and Arthur who met in China. Roque, a polio victim, gathered his self-confidence after being the subject of ridicule during his childhood days. And Arthur, a man on his prime who can't provide his family financially, until an opportunity came up to him. Both having some personal issues in life-Roque, grew up not close to his father and Arthur, in denial about his true relationship with his son (they're not close either). They worked together in an Architectural firm, until they found each other helping to resolve their personal issues in a foreign land. Unfortunately, Arthur died before he went back to the Philippines, leaving Roque alone in China. Though Arthur is gone, for Roque their friendship will never be gone until the end of time.
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Julie and Alex fell in love during high school. Until Alex passed the Philippine Military Academy, he gave Julie his PMA pendant, and in return she gave him her cross pendant (given by her grandmother). But the pendant was snatched, and Julie felt sad at the same time strange, thinking something bad would happen. And true enough, their love didn't push through when Alex became a soldier and died during the war. Alex was wearing Julie's pendant during the time that he died. Devastated, Julie vowed never to love again and continued to read William's letter to her. But her promise was bound to be broken when she met a man who has the same qualities as her previous love. Coincidentally enough, both man have the same name - Alexander. He even gave Julie another pendant (a heart locket) to remind her about his unending love. Endeared by these similarities, Julie immediately fell for the new man but as time goes by, she realized that she was loving him because he served as a reminder of her past love and felt guilty for loving him. She turned him down and went to Alex' grave to ask for a sign. But the second Alex (a.ka. Ande) was inconsolable. Determined to win Julie's heart, he proved himself to be different and soon, Julie, eager to start a new life with her new love, she kept Ande's pendant close to her heart, burned her first love's letters to prove that she loved Ande for who he is and not because he is a mere reminder of her past love.
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Known as one of the country's most promising stand-up comedians who got his start working in comedy bars, Vice Ganda (who plays himself in this episode) opens up the truth behind all the laughter on Maalaala Mo Kaya this Saturday. Although he grew up in a community where poverty and violence was all around him, Vice Ganda did his best to hide his true sexuality from his father, a barangay kagawad who would often maltreat his two older gay brothers, Lito (Zeppi Borromeo) and Babot (Alchris Galura). After tragedy struck their family and his mother left for the States to become a caregiver, Vice finally found the guts to come out of the closet. Unlike his two brothers, Vice did not experience any discrimination because of his talent and perseverance.
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Nympha has always been there for her sister Nemie. She has done every possible job to support Nemie's education in UPLB and her efforts paid off when she graduated Suma Cum Laude. She even turned down the marriage proposal of her 6-year boyfriend just to leave the province with Nemie and try their luck in Manila with only P500 in her pocket. Misfortunes came: they missed a good boarding house, lived with strangers and worst; Nemie did not succeed in her job applications. Until one day, Nemie found out that her sister was being enslaved by the owner of the house they were living in. So she asked Nympha to go back to the province and live the better life she thought she deserved. Nemie, alone in the city, did everything to find a job but still failed and ended up working as a club dancer. After 6 months, she decided to go home but was robbed along the way. She arrived home with nothing and witnessed how bedridden their father was. This situation prompted her to go back even her father insisted she should stay. After three months, she went home again and found out that her father was already buried dead. Everyday she would go to the cemetery, missed meals, until she lost her sanity. She started to live in the streets with stray kittens. People ridicule her and just like before, Nympha would always fight for her sister.
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Senyang devoted her life in taking care of her husband Delye and nine children. That is the reason why when Senyang got sick, her family, especially her husband, took care of her wholeheartedly. Everything was going well, until Delye found out that he has only five months to live. He told the bad news to his children, but not to her wife, Senyang. And instead of losing the will to live, Delye, became Senyang's source of strength. And as time passed by, Delye did everything to prepare Senyang when he is gone. Until one day, Senyang who was blinded and bedridden by her sickness, noticed the unusual silence in their room. She knew her children were there, but she did not know why. Finally, her daughter Rosita told her what happened-Delye passed away. Senyang cried like a child. She mourned for her husband, and what pained her the most was the fact that she did not even got the chance to see him. Senyang's children noticed how miserable their mother was when their father died. And after a year of Delye's death, Senyang, too, passed away. But instead of dwelling in the absence of their parents, Delye and Senyang's children kept the legacy of great love, the love they knew their parents had for each other, to passed on generation after generation.
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Ellen and Domeng had a good marriage. But their relationship fall apart when Ellen committed an act of infidelity and bore a son out of wedlock which she named Cris. But Ellen couldn't bear the weight of her conscience and told her husband of her betrayal. Domeng was furious but he decided to continue their marriage but punishing Ellen by womanizing. Ellen wanting to keep her family, hide the truth especially to her son Cris. But the truth was bound to come out when Domeng took revenge on Ellen by bringing home his son of out marriage. Cris was angry with his father's infidelity. Soon, Domeng move out of their house, and Ellen cannot bear his husband to take all the blame, told the truth about Cris' past. Cris got angry with his mother and left the house. But Ellen, out of her love for her son, convinced him to come back to make their family whole again.
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Though they were living in less, couple Tobias and Nellie were happy. Tobias worked as a pedicab driver to support his family, while Nellie was a full-time housewife and mother to their four kids. Nellie relied on her husband Tobias in everything-Tobias would cook for them, do the laundry and treated Nellie as the queen of his life, until that fateful day came. While driving his pedicab, Tobias met an accident, damaging his spinal cord making him paralyze. With this, Nellie, with the approval of her husband, decided to send their youngest baby for adoption, and take the place of her husband as the breadwinner for their family. Nellie tried every available job, such as doing the laundry of others, clean classrooms, and help plow the fields. She even replaced Tobias as a pedicab driver. In her first days of being a driver, Nellie underwent hardships unimaginable for a woman, like her, to bear. The tables have turned-Nelly, the dependent wife is now a strong and empowered woman, who stood up and became the main source of income in their family.
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Pio, a blind man since a young boy, raised his family through panunudsod or traditional prawn fishing using pushnet, the only livelihood he knew and had grown up with in their barrio in Sorsogon. His wife left him and took with her their children, thinking that Pio could not raise the family with his disability. For 9 years, Pio lived on his own, until the towns people matched him to Erlinda, a widow who took care of her grandchildren, because her children were all far away from her. Pio accepted and loved Erlinda, together with her young grandchildren. As years passed, Erlinda began thinking the same way as Pio's first wife did - that Pio could not raise the family with his limitations. She thought of leaving Pio alone. But, realizing that no one could accept her and her grandchildren as Pio does, Erlinda stayed with Pio, seeing the love and perseverance he has despite of his dark and small world.
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Miriam (Lorna Tolentino) is a wife and mother who must endure the toughest of trials to keep her family together. Amidst the difficulty of providing for her children, Miriam will discover that her husband Jaime (Albert Martinez), is hooked on illegal drugs. She prays to God for strength to overcome the trials, but her faith will further be tested when she finds out that her son also falls prey to the same addiction.
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Two extraordinary characters who will discover the value of forgiveness and unconditional love through a series of seemingly laughable circumstances. Nelia (Assunta De Rossi), a physically-challenged woman whose main goal is to find a gorgeous guy who will fall for her despite her looks. The fact that even her own father doubts that she can find love makes it even more surprising for the people around her when she meets the handsome Arnel (James Blanco) who seems charmed by Nelia's genuinely nice attitude. Within a week's time, she quickly agrees to become his girlfriend despite his offer to get to know her better and properly court her. However, Arnel turns out to be a certified playboy, but Nelia has a strange way of dealing with his womanizing ways. Is it possible to be with someone who keeps on betraying your trust and still maintain a happy relationship?
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The true-to-life story of two mothers who will go to great lengths just to keep their ailing babies from dying. Judith (Carmina Villaroel) who's hard-pressed for money because of her baby's much-needed operation. Judith crosses paths with Aimee (Jodi Sta. Maria) at the hospital and discovers that she too is trying to raise enough money for her own baby's treatment. Despite their similar circumstances, Judith chooses to ruin their newfound friendship by stealing Aimee's hard-earned money. Should Judith get punished for a crime she is merely compelled to do in order to save her baby's life? But isn't it unfair for Aimee to be tricked that way since she is also suffering from the same predicament?
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Story of five friends from the province who dreams of playing in a varsity soccer football team in Manila. All of them fulfilled it but one.
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Lolong (who'll later be known as Medal of Valor awardee Lt. Romualdo Rubi) (Jhong Hilario) who has chosen a career in the military despite his mother's and wife's protests. He will learn the hard way that such a path will cause him so much trouble and heartache.
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Hermie (Megan Young) is a campus beauty queen who has a secret passion to her escort John (Joross Gamboa. But John has a girlfriend and only endears Hermie as his sister. Hermie accidentally admits to John her feelings for him. Despite the lofty status in life of Hermie she does not mind supporting and helping John in his singing performances. Eventually Hermie grows tired of her feelings for John. A years has passed and she finds a new love. But what will Hermie do if John finally admits his love for her? Will she renounce her new love for John?
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Nadz (Coney Reyes), a woman who is still grieving her husband's death after two years. She joins her best friend in a program aimed at helping prisoners. Nadz meets Tonton (Rodjun Cruz), a young convict dealing with the worsening condition of the penitentiary. She figures that Tonton's case will get worse if he and other juvenile offenders will be mixed with older prisoners. Nadz decides to build Home without Bars, a facility that aims to give young prisoners a second shot at life. She cares for Tonton and the others like her own children. But amidst her efforts to do good, Nadz will also realize her love also has its limitations.
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Enrique (Christopher De Leon), a compassionate doctor who does probo no work most of the time. But the character's innate generosity and close relationship with his patients have become a bone of contention between him and his family especially with his jealous wife. What happens if a man comes into conflict with his personal convictions, love for his family, and dedication to his medical practice?
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A stormy sibling rivalry erupts when two sisters fight over their mother's jewelry. How will Lisa and Baby resolve their personal differences?
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What if the life of your one true love is about to end? Toto (Billy Crawford), a pastor and a wedding singer, will come to know a blind girl called Nene (Nikki Gil in a wedding. Because of their love for each other, Toto and Nene will prove that love is greater than death.
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A coming-of-age tale of a circus boy who experiences love with its accompanying swirls, slows and stops just like the circus rides he is accustomed to.
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A story of age, generations of servitude, and the extent of a daughter's love for her family. Mae Ann (Erich Gonzales), a girl who was forced to stop schooling and had to work as a maid at a young age, while Bining (AiAi Delas Alas), her mother who comes in conflict with her daughter after tragedy struck their family.
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World War II had ended but to Filipino WWII veterans, who fought the war for the United States, is fighting another war. The story of three veterans on their lives, struggles, and pursuit of recognition in the US.
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Story of Nancy and Joel who faces financial crisis in United States. Joel becomes a househusband and Nancy works as a provider. How will Joel cope with his new role?
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A middle-aged woman trapped in an unhappy marriage suddenly divorced her husband and finds her long lost love from the past.
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A mother who works as a caregiver for Milly (Lynn Waters). Milly resists when her husband Mort (Erik Sundquist) first hires Grace. Over time, as Milly's Parkinson's disease progresses, a deep friendship blossoms between Grace and Milly. When Grace is able to send for her youngest daughter (Lauren Young) to join her in the US, she discovers that her daughter has grown cold toward her. Grace invites Milly to a birthday party to meet her Filipino friends, where she meets Joe, an American she eventually marries. As Milly's Parkinson's disease becomes progressively more disabling, preventing Milly from driving, Grace drives Milly to all the places she loves to go. Grace marries Joe, repairs her relationship with her daughter, and cares for Milly until her death. Grace uses money Milly left her to open a care facility for patients which she names Milly's Homecare
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A story of a so called 'NBSB (No Boyfriend Since Birth)' girl named Judy and her quest of finding love and its missing piece that she believes will complete her.
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Chen (Mika Dela Cruz) who has always been an avid fan of Philippine folklore because it was what her Lolo Uge (Ronaldo Valdez) instilled in her. But unlike other kids who eventually outgrow their fascination with mythical creatures such as dwarfs and fairies, Chen believes that they have the power to cure her mom's cancer. But when her mom suddenly dies, she begins to hate her grandfather for telling her the stories which she now sees as lies. Will she ever forgive Lolo Uge for encouraging her to hold on to her fantasies?
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Rhia Mae (Miles Ocampo), Leslie (Eliza Pineda), Apple (Jane Oineza), Lorimel (Kiray Celis), and Cherry (Angeli Gonzales) are about to discover the real meaning of friendship. Just like typical high school girls, they spend most of their time talking about either kikay stuff or cute boys in their class to the point that their parents become concerned about their dipping grades. Nothing can break them apart though since they have sworn to be the "best simple buddies forever" or BSBF. To prevent any conflict, their number one rule is that they won't keep any secret from each other. But then the barkada's common crush becomes attracted to Rhiamae who begins to meet him without telling her friends. What will happen once her BSBFs learn that she has broken their pact? Will they hate Rhiamae because she betrayed their trust or because she got the boy they'd all like to have for themselves?
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Santa (Zsa Zsa Padilla), a woman who stands to lose everything she values in life. First, she is forced to give up her dream of being a singer when she marries her boyfriend Pete (Raymond Lauchengco). Raising a family turns out to be a full-time job in itself, but singing remains her first love. When an opportunity for her to sing at funerals comes her way, Santa discovers that she can still use her talent to bring honor to the dead. Unfortunately, her family has never understood her passion for music and is uncomfortable with the fact she earns money as a wake singer. By the time she realizes how much her husband and her children detest her for being constantly away, her marriage is already on the rocks and her eldest son is addicted to drugs. Can she still save her family?
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Bebing (Maricar Reyes, a hunchback who has given up all hope of having a normal life. Though she is not totally embittered by her disability, she believes that no man would ever get attracted to her because of it. But then she meets Tonio (Carlo Aquino) who later falls in love with her. At first she denies that there's a mutual attraction between them, but she eventually gives in to her strong feelings for him. Unfortunately, the man's mother disapproves of his relationship with a hunchback like her. Can she take on the demeaning treatment and harsh criticisms all for the sake of love?
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A young teacher from the city is assigned to Gumapac Barrio School in a remote village in Tuy, Batangas.
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Jerome Concepcion (Gerald Anderson) who was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome when he was already in his early 20s. Jerome bears a lot of emotional scars because he grew up being severely disciplined by his mom Criselda (Rio Locsin) who never understood his odd mannerisms and mood swings due to his illness. After his father passes away soon after being diagnosed with lung cancer, Jerome is left with no choice but to help his mom take care of his siblings. Is it too late for them to fix what went wrong between them? And how will Jerome deal with all the trials in his life when his illness always gets in the way?
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Bangka Part 1: Curing (Empress Schuck), a young girl who can't fulfill her dream of becoming a teacher during World War II. Curing is crushed when her parents ask her to stop schooling three months before her graduation because they have no money. Hoping for a better life, she decides to go to Manila with some of her townsfolk to search for opportunities for a better life. Is her fearlessness enough to conquer the dangers that she'll encounter along the way?
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In the concluding episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya's two-part special (Bangka Part 2), Curing (Chin Chin Gutierrez) begins her married life with Maning (Carlos Morales) who never understood her dogged pursuit of a better future for their kids. Curing who willingly takes on all kinds of odd jobs just to be able to send her children to a private school, much to her husband's displeasure. Time passes by but Curing (Gina Pareño) never stops believing that her efforts would eventually bear fruit. Curing finally becomes a successful businesswoman. As much as she takes pride in what she has accomplished in life, does Curing regret the difficult choices she had to make in the past?
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Lina (Dawn Zulueta), who runs away from home, thinking that she will be better off on her own. By the time she realizes her mistake, she could no longer find a way to keep in touch with her parents again. Left without a choice, she moves on with her life and starts to raise a family of her own. But as soon as her son Reyniel (Carl John Barrameda) is old enough to understand what she went through in the past, he begins to search for Lina's long-lost parents through the internet. How will Lina deal with her old wounds once Reyniel succeeds with his quest? Will she become a better person with them back in her life?
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Maria (Carmen Soo), an immigrant who leaves her homeland for a fresh start in Manila. The fulfillment that she gets from being a nurse would have been enough, but then her life takes a whole new meaning when she meets Rey (Luis Manzano) in a party. They soon find themselves deeply in love with each other to the point that Maria couldn't envision a life with Rey. What happens when he tells her that he plans to seek better opportunities abroad? Is it possible for them to maintain a long distance relationship or will they just let each other go?
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Tara Santelices (Karylle), a Political Science graduate of Ateneo who got shot in the head during a jeepney holdup on the eve of her birthday last August 6, 2008. Though she was comatose for almost a year, her dad (Albert Martinez) refused to take her off life support while her mom wanted her suffering to end. The Santelices family had a hard time accepting Tara's fate since not only was she a good daughter but she had touched a lot of people's lives with her advocacies. Proof of how well loved Tara was was the long line of visitors during her confinement in the hospital and her friends and acquaintances mounted various fund raising activities for her expensive hospital bills. How did Tara become such a great inspiration to many?
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When Rox (Shaina Magdayao) meets Nathan (Jason Abalos), she doesn't expect to find an instant connection between them. But since she knows how much Ara really loves him, Rox tries to suppress her growing feelings for him. But then Nathan eventually confesses his love for Rox so they decide to keep their relationship secret. What will they do once Ara learns about their relationship? Will they fight for their love or will they sacrifice it for the sake of Ara's friendship?
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Eric (Zanjoe Marudo), a sincere and kind-hearted man who falls in love with a janitress named Aira (Valerie Concepcion). Just like any other persistent suitor, Eric is willing to do whatever it takes just to win his ladylove's heart. His efforts soon pay off and he and Aira get married. But then Aira gets romantically involved with a co-worker. What happens when Eric discovers her betrayal? Will they be able to save their marriage?
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Both 17, Ninoy, an extrovert, met Cory, quiet and sheltered woman, at a bienvenida party and fell in love with her. He continued pursuing her, until one fateful accident on 1951, lead them to getting married. But Cory's dream of having a simple married life vanished when her husband decided to enter the world of politics. From being a mayor, Ninoy found his way to senate criticizing the Marcos regime, while Cory devoted her time and attention in raising their children and maintaining their home. The Aquino family was living a normal life, until the arrest of Ninoy and declaration of Martial Law on 1972.
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With Ninoy behind bars, Cory became the father and mother of their five kids and at the same time became the source of inspiration and strength to her husband who experienced solitary confinement in Fort Bonifacio and Fort Magsaysay. After seven years and seven months, Ninoy was given a chance at new life, with his family in Boston. But after three years, Ninoy went back to the Philippines to pursue his dream of Philippine freedom while Cory and their children agreed to follow Ninoy after two weeks. But on August 21, 1983, a few minutes after his arrival, Ninoy was assassinated. Cory was devastated when she heard the news, but remained strong for their children. Along with millions of Filipinos, Cory mourned for the lost of Ninoy that led to People Power and Cory's rise to presidency.
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Bibot (Matt Evans), a typical bad boy who earns money from scavenging in the mountain of garbage in Payatas. With his notorious reputation, it's understandable why a decent girl like Len (Melissa Ricks) wouldn't give him the time of day. But when she sees how sincere and determined Bibot is to win her heart, she inevitably develops feelings for him. A happily-ever-after seems to be impossible, however, since Bibot still has to prove himself to Len's family. How will he convince them that he is worthy of their trust and respect?
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Fidel (Jake Cuenca), a charming guy is determined to win the heart of his co-worker named Jenna (Angel Locsin). It was only when they became a couple did he tell her that he already has a wife and a kid. Dreaming for her ideal man, Jenna finds herself as an accidental mistress.
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For someone who grew up in the urban slums of Cavite, Efren Peñaflorida (Enchong Dee) rose above poverty to make something of himself. He acquired scholarship grants and financial assistance from several non-profit organizations because of his academic accomplishments. At the age of 16, he was able to establish the Dynamic Teen Company which provides alternative education by recreating school settings in unconventional locations such as cemeteries and dump sites.
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Jose (Lester Llansang) takes responsibility for his siblings in spite of an uncaring mother and an absent father. He scavenges food, finds food from neighbors, takes care of his siblings and being together with his family is important to him. His mother, Gigi (Ana Capri), has brought them to different orphanages. As his family is separated, will they be able to hold together?
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Being gang-raped is probably the worst thing a woman could ever experience in a lifetime. But for Katrina (Janice De Belen) who went through such a traumatic ordeal several times, she didn't let it stop her from moving on with her life and raising the children whose fathers she hates so much. She even worked hard to be a professional talent in show business just to provide a good home for them and yet she doesn't understand why her four sons couldn't appreciate any of her efforts. Not only do they disrespect her but they are also ashamed of her profession as a TV extra. Until such time that Katrina got fed up with all their complaints and disobedience to the point that she burst out her darkest secret just to knock some sense into them. With this turn of events, will Katrina be able to deal with being a single mom much better? What will truly set her free from the ghosts of her past?
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Christine (Andi Eigenmann) is a typical high school girl who practically has the world at her feet. Christine is not just a pretty face but a consistent honor student as well as an active choir member/guitarist. But a twist of fate puts her faith to the test as she gradually loses her sense of hearing. The fact that she's a promising musician only makes it harder for her to accept such a disability. How will Christine be able to accept that things in her life will never be the same again?
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Brought together by their passion for dancing, Herbert (John Prats) and Elena (Maja Salvador) have been close friends since high school up to their college days. Elena has always been captivated by Herbert's talent and patience in helping others appreciate the art of dancing; while the latter simply enjoys having a beautiful and attentive pupil with whom he can practice his skills as an aspiring choreographer. Being around each other almost every day finally opens their eyes to the possibility of romance. The question is: are they better off as lovers or friends?
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Maria (Gretchen Barretto), a widow who falls in love with a newly-transferred parochial priest Father Roy (Jomari Yllana). Despite her parents' disapproval, Maria ends up marrying the priest and raising a family with him. As they start their lives by moving to a new place, Maria thinks that they could finally live in peace but unexpected circumstances lead her to suffer the life of an outcast under the intense scrutiny of her community. Will she never be forgiven for marrying a priest? Is love enough to make things right in her life?
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Flor, a landlady who falls in love with his boarder. Her daughter does not accept that fact because she wants her mother and her godfather to be together. What will Flor do in this situation?
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Dolly (Jodi Sta. Maria), a battered wife to a ruthless man Raul (Baron Geisler). At first, she has no choice but to accept her fate for the sake of their four kids. But when her life is put at stake, she ends up running away from home, leaving her children at the mercy of her cruel husband. Determined to rescue her kids, Dolly assumes a new identity so she can take them out her husband's cruel hands. What desperate measures is Dolly willing to take to save her children?
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The story of Nicole (Alwyn Uytingco), Samantha (Martin Del Rosario), and Jamaica (IC Mendoza) who became sampaguita vendors after their respective families disowned them for their sexual preferences. Despite their occasional misunderstandings, all three remain close friends and even make a pact to protect each other from the dangers of living in the streets. But when they get caught up in gangs for security, sex trafficking for survival, and drugs to escape reality, it seems that there's no going back to the simple but happy life that they used to have. How will they deal with the consequences of their actions?
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Alice (AiAi Delas Alas) is the kind-hearted aunt of Eleng who entrusts her son Charles (Zaijian Jaranilla) to her care. Alice is forced to raise the boy while Eleng (Lauren Young) earns a living abroad. The conflict begins when Eleng returns five years later and Charles doesn't recognize her. Is there anyone to blame if he prefers the mother who stayed by his side rather than the one who sacrificed a lot for him? Who between Alice and Eleng should make the ultimate sacrifice by letting go of Charles?
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Myla (Ice Seguerra) is being mistreated in her family just because she's a lesbian. It's like as if she has acquired a contagious disease with the way her mother (Gina Alajar) avoids her ever since they've had a huge fight because of what she has become. Their ever-increasing gap finally takes a toll on Myla as she turns to her friends who taught her how to use drugs instead of bringing her much-needed comfort. Her older brother (Dominic Ochoa) eventually learns about her vices and asks her to leave their home. Will Myla ever find a way to make peace with her family?
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Helen Gamboa plays the role of Nana Rosa, a 60-year-old mom who made a lot of sacrifices just so she can send her children to school. By the time they've all graduated from college, Nana Rosa decides to go back to school so she can have a sense of fulfillment as well. But she soon realizes that it's going to be a tough journey since she's far behind in their class. Will Rosa be able to balance her time between family life and getting a formal education?
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Erich Gonzales plays the role of Vangie, a beautiful barrio lass who crosses paths with Pilo (Jolo Revilla) one week before his wedding day with a childhood sweetheart Dolores ('Beatriz Saw'). By the time she learns that he's committed to someone else, Vangie has already fallen head over heels in love with him. Nevertheless, she surrenders to a seven-day-romance with him. Will they be able to find a way to turn their short-lived affair into a lifetime of happiness?
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Joy (Kim Chiu), a 17-year-old who gets pregnant after having an intimate relationship with her boyfriend, Nitoy (Carlo Aquino). While they are admittedly not ready for the responsibilities that come with marriage, the two are forced to do so for the sake of their baby. Joy and Nitoy try their best to make it work, but their angst over their broken dreams slowly tears them apart. Is love enough to keep them holding on to each other? Will they be able to solve their issues before it's too late?
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In a time where the roles of family members are constantly changing, Daniel (Cogie Domingo), a househusband whose wife Rosario (Bettina Carlos) works in Italy in order to provide the needs of their three children. Given their situation, Daniel is the one in charge of taking care of household chores, bringing the kids to school, and the like. It's not an easy job especially because he's aware of how the society looks down on guys like him. Unfortunately, even his kids begin to criticize him for not being the provider in their family. How will he make them understand the sacrifices he has to make for their sake? Will he prove to them that being a househusband is not something to be ashamed of?
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Buloy (Christopher De Leon), a barangay official whose wife Janina (Gilleth Sandico) and daughter Mabel (Bangs Garcia) desert him. In his loneliness and yearning for a family, he spearheads a children's choir in their town and spends the majority of his time training them to sing like pros. He even brings them to a nearby beach where they perform vocalization exercises. But behind his usual demeanor is a dying man who desperately wants to make a difference to fill the emptiness in his heart. Is it enough to surround himself with energetic and talented kids to make his misery go away? Will he ever get the chance to resolve his personal conflicts before it's too late?
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Nena (Alessandra De Rossi), a girl who has worked as a police informant ever since she was 16-years old. When she gets married at the age of 17, Nene tries to concentrate on raising a family, but she later goes back to her dangerous job when she catches her husband cheating on her. While she's a very competent police asset, taking care of her son (John Manalo) often gets in the way. Her dangerous work eventually causes the two of them to grow apart. What happens then if her own son gets involved in something against what she has worked for?
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Antonio (Sid Lucero) is forced to offer "extra service" to his clients in order to earn more money for the sake of his daughter April (Phoebe Kay Arbotante (as Phebe Arbotante)) who is diagnosed with a serious illness. Homophobic as he is, he is left with little choice on how to make sure his daughter gets what she needs. What happens then once he learns that April is not his real daughter? Will he hate himself for shouldering a responsibility for which he has sacrificed so much?
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When his job contract ended here in the Philippines, 28th year old breadwinner Clifford went to Macau, Asia's largest gambling destination, to venture on his ultimate dream of becoming a famous singer. In his adventures in this dream city, he had a budding singing career, friendship with his colleagues and even an affair with a foreigner. But all of these had to end because of their terminable contracts and VISAs. Afraid of being thrown back to his country, he was forced to accept a housekeeping job. Along the journey, he met Shayne, an adventurous happy-go-lucky Filipina whose contract and VISA will expire soon. Will his love affair with Shayne finally give him a taste of security and permanence? "O pati ba sa pag-ibig may end of contract?"
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Belinda (Rio Locsin), a school proprietress who becomes a victim of unwanted sexual advances from a high-ranking official in an agency where she is trying to secure a school permit. Some of her acquaintances discourage her from pressing charges, saying that it was just a kiss. But for someone who has always been in pursuit of truth and justice, Belinda insists that the whole incident is something worth fighting for. However, she stands to lose not only her newly built school, but even her marriage because of the scandal following her long and heartbreaking legal battle. Should Belinda give up everything she believed in for the sake of peace and harmony in her family?
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Pangga (Melai Cantiveros), an ambitious and rebellious maid who falls in love with two guys at the same time. Pangga meets Jover (Ketchup Eusebio) first, the family driver of the same household where she works. He proves to be a persistent suitor despite Pangga's constant declarations that she only goes for handsome men. Her troubles begin as she crosses paths with a village security guard named Dante (Ryan Eigenmann) and is instantly captivated by his good looks. Will Pangga end up being in a relationship with both men? When push comes to shove, will she have the courage to break up with one of them?
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Manny whose original calling was to become a man of the cloth. But his life takes a different course when his parents are murdered when he was just a child. He vows to hunt down the rebels who were responsible for their deaths. He's so determined to take justice in his own hands to the point that he alienates himself from his siblings who are against his plans. What happens then if he finds out that his parents' murderers are already dead? Will he find it in his heart to forgive and to let go of the past? Or will he unleash his wrath on their remaining relatives instead?
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After a series of failed relationships, Mildred has finally met his soulmate Rey. There's just one problem - his aunt Armelita. Overbearing and controlling, not to mention unpredictable because of the fear of being alone and losing her nephew's attention, Armelita was determined to scare off her nephew's new love interest by harassing and annoying her in any way. Mildred decided to fight back, and the gloves come off as the two women battle it out. Armelita became successful in breaking the two and Mildred and Rey went on their separate ways. But it is inevitable for the lovers when they met again and fell in love for the second time. When Armelita found out that the two are back together, she deviced a series of plans to break them up again but she realized that it will break her nephew's heart to be away from Mildred. In the end, Armelita accepted Lolita as her future niece-in-law.
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Roger is a loving man who longs to give Mel a perfect wedding. They live happily together with their two children until Roger met an accident. He was included in the passengers of a sunken fishing boat. The tragedy stole his memory until he met Flor. He fell in love with her and had their family as well. When his memory was regained, he wanted to go back to his first family but certain circumstances prevented him to do so. Until after thirty two long years, Roger had a chance to reunite with his first family. He was happy and fulfilled upon seeing his first family but he chose to stay with Flor.
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A story of two families who clashed because of a funeral parlor. Mabel and her Uncle Delfin established a funeral parlor in their barangay. With their combined expertise, their funeral business boomed until Delfin's sister Magdalena came into the picture. Magdalena wanted to have a part on their business but Mabel would not hear it. Magdalena menaced their business and started a competition when she established her own funeral parlor. Mabel's funeral parlor went out of business. But everything ended well when Mabel was able to save Magdalena from certain death. They learned to forgive each other and they realized that their relationship is far more important than their business.
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A 14-year old daughter forgets to enjoy the youth as she faces the struggles of saving her chaotic family - fiddling mother, hurt and rude father, rebellious brother, schizo uncle. When everyone has given up to the adversities in life, she stands pat for their family assuming the role of the mother who abandoned them.
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Era was in high school when her grandmother Amparo lived in their house, they were even roommates. At first Era was not close to Amparo because she believed what her mom told her-that Amparo is a bad person. Era's mother hated Amparo that Era too despised her grandmother. Until Era noticed the change in Amparo-she stopped her vices, tried to reach out to her family, but no one would believe that she could change. Even if she told them that she was not feeling okay, no one would bother to check on her, except Era. It was her who heard Amparo's regrets, pains of being alone and forsaken by her own family. But Amparo knew no one was to be blame but her. When asked, Amparo told Era that the only thing she could wished for is the forgiveness of her family and Era did not fail her grandmother. On Amparo's deathbed, she received the forgiveness of her family.
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Gary and Yolly are siblings but they have conflicting principles. Gary is gay while Yolly is a policewoman. Yolly disapproved of Gary's sexual preference. She believed that gays are disgrace to the family and to the society as well. Gary, on the other hand, believed that even though he's gay, he is still a righteous person. Hatred between them resulted to several fights but their parents never stop hoping that things will get better. Until finally, through the help of their parents and other siblings, they learned the value of forgiveness and acceptance. They both realized that genuine love had a capacity to reconcile their differences.
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The only thing Mojacko knew about himself was his name, but that too did not belonged to him. He was called Mojacko because his deaf and mute mother couldn't tell what his birth name was. But Mojacko did not care, as long as he was with his mother, he was happy. However, to survive, Mojacko's mother worked as a dancer, having relationships with different men, making Mojacko feel unloved. Their lives started to change when Mojacko met Emily, a social worker, who invited him to stay in a shelter providing for his needs and processed the necessary papers for Mojacko and his mother to have the names-John and Malou Garcia. But more than having a name, Mojacko realized how much his mother love him and that the reason she worked in a club was to give him a better life.
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Vi, a social climber from the province and Bob, a good-looking but emotionally weak guy met on a ship to a city one April Fool's Day. It turned out they were heading to the same agency to work as a secretary and a sailor, respectively, which paved way for their budding romance. Excitement kicked off when their common friends played with a blank marriage contract, wrote their names on it and put them on a journey of pretensions, heartaches, courtship and the realization of an authentic marriage contract.
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Zoraida had different relationships to different men of dissimilar races which resulted her to have six children of different races. Rodel, a Filipino; Alexis, a black American; Charm, a white American; and Hilda, Honeylet and Hero who are all Filipinos. Zoraida faces a lot of difficulties because of her children's differences. In the end, Zoraida proved that color doesn't matter at all. What is important is the love that she equally gives to her six kids.
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Bing (Maja Salvador) is a young widow whose husband Arnel (Felix Roco) returns to haunt her in her dreams. Apparently, they have vowed to love each other for eternity that not even death could separate them. When Bing meets Dindo (Ejay Falcon), he convinces her to move on with her life. But what if Arnel's ghost insists on bringing Bing with him to the next life?
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A touching story of a mentally challenged man who witnessed a crime and proved that his limitations is not a liability for him to do the honorable thing. Jerome was born with mental disability. Despite his condition and condescension of other people, Jerome tried to live a normal life with a happy and positive disposition. He employed himself as an errand boy of policemen and fell in love with Amy. But things got complicated when he witnessed a crime. At the same time, Amy left him and their daughter Angel. Jerome must decide between revealing the truth and the safety of his family. Jerome chose to expose the truth. He became a star witness and endangered his life. But worse comes to worst when Angel died in the middle of the case and many people doubted his capability of becoming a witness. Jerome become miserable but after months of grieving, he decided to continue the case and won the court battle. With this victory, Jerome proves that regardless of his limitations, he is capable of telling the truth and helping others.
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Arlen (23) grew up hating their step father despite his love and dedication for them. She did not realize she would be learning the biggest lesson of her life when she herself fell in love and suddenly got pregnant by a 43 year-old widower and was forced to stand as step mother of three hostile children of her age, too.
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A poignant and touching story of three siblings, Marie, Julie and Ivy. They made every effort to get the attention and love of their parents. As they all aimed to be the favorite child, they drifted apart from each other. However, a tragic incident brought them closer to each other when their parents, Rosario and Greg, as well as their younger brother Earl became victims of the M/V Leonida II tragedy. This ship sank off the waters of Surigao City in November 2006.
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Rizza Melchor (16) is a loving daughter of Lionela and Elizer of North Cotabato City. When her father died, she started dreaming of giving her family a bright future by going to Manila and work as a maid. Life in Manila became rude to her as she was physically abused by her boss, Rosa So (62). Despite her boss' cruelty, Rizza still empathize with Rosa because of the latter's old age. However, after four months of being maltreated, Rizza is now willing to stop the brutality of Rosa So by filing a case, not only for herself and her family but more importantly, for other maids like her who are being treated badly by their respective bosses.
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Francisca only wants to have a happy and complete family until a bad news came to her that her husband Tomas who is working abroad died and was buried by Tomas' second wife in Singapore. She felt miserable, but she continues to live life for her kids. Until she found a new love with Lando. Everything was almost perfect but after 20 years, she is surprised when one day Tomas came back to them-he is alive. Torn between Tomas and Lando. But who will Francisca choose, Tomas who is gone for 20 years? Or Lando who is at Francisca's side in the absence of Tomas?
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A poignant and touching story of a mother who tries to save the only inheritance she could give her blind son - their ancestral house. Nanay Maring and her blind son Toto were living in a two-storey ancestral home in Sabang, Batangas. They were living a lush life until Maring's children asked the share of their inheritance and sold parcels of their land. Soon, Maring realized that their fortune was already gone and all that's left was their old house. But series of unfortunate events led them to pawn their home to the bank. Nanay Maring and Toto tried their best to keep the house. They went to their relatives to seek help but no one was able to lend them money. Sadly, the house was scheduled for demolition. Nanay Maring, who could not take what happened, died the day before the house was about to be demolished. Toto painfully bade his goodbye to their beloved home and live on a smaller house with his niece. He tries to build new memories but he never forgets the good life they once had on their old home.
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This is a story of a gay cross dresser Jonel and a nurse Lory who started as friends. Jonel faced difficulties when he had to decide of should he love Lory if ever since he was a child, he wanted to be with a man. In the end, Jonel followed his heart. He married Lory and built a family with her. He changed his image but not his personage. Jonel is still a gay who proved that he can love a woman whom Lory wholeheartedly accepted.
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Nora has done a lot of odd jobs in order to gain extra income for her family, but it's still not enough to cover their daily expenses. So when her gay friend tells her that she could earn easy money through cybersex, she immediately tries it our despite her husband's protests. Nora insists that Boy shouldn't make a big deal out of it since her customers can't touch her anyway. But is her desire to provide a better life for her family worth sacrificing her relationship with her husband and children?
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Collin doesn't believe that there would be a woman that could love him for who he is. At the age of 13, his both legs were amputated after a bus accident. So one day, when Jane offered him love, Collin didn't easily believe because he thought Jane is just fooling him. But because Jane truly loves him, Collin eventually accepted Jane and her love for her too. They faced difficulties when their parents went against their relationship.
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A heartbreaking story about how the relationship between mother and daughter can be destroyed because of their love for the same man. Carla resists the charms of her suitor Marlon because of their age gap. Although she refuses to be committed to a younger guy, she tells him that it is okay for them to remain friends. But trouble begins when she discovers that her daughter Anna has developed romantic feelings for Marlon. Unexpected events turn mother and daughter into rivals vying for Marlon's love.
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Daniella (Abby Bautista), a rich kid, is content playing alone in the house since her parents have provided her with all the material things that she asks for. But her sheltered life begins to change as she meets their maid's daughter, Lira (Amy Nobleza). With Lira as her playmate, Daniella gets exposed to street games, street food, and small carnivals, though her mom would often scold her about engaging in such activities. Things change when Lira accidentally discovers that Daniella's dad has an affair with another woman. Lira thought that as a friend, it was her duty to tell Daniella the truth but it only causes them to drift apart. Is it still possible for them to save their friendship or will they choose to forget about each other forever?
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Solly (Toni Gonzaga), a pretty singer whose beautiful voice captivates the heart of a young boy named Jun (Nash Aguas). It's love at first sight for Jun so he immediately asks his father (Robert Seña) to formally introduce him to Solly. But because of their age gap, Solly doesn't really take Jun seriously, thinking that his affection for her would fade in time. But what if it's true love after all? Is it possible for Solly to fall for someone who's way younger than her?
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Zandro (Zanjoe Marudo), a student-activist who is known as a ladies' man in their campus. He was able to manage three girlfriends at a time. But then he fell in love with Knoll (Bea Alonzo), an optimistic scholar he couldn't hurt because of her innocence in love and relationships. He confessed about his other girls and they opted to go their separate ways. After college, they lost communication. He got tired of his old life. He broke up with all his girlfriends. Wanting a new and better direction, Zandro joined the corporate world and met his new girlfriend in the person of Debbie (Jodi Sta. Maria). They were at the peak of their affair when Zandro found out that Knoll was in the same area. He felt an unfinished chapter of his past had come back and he had to deal with it. He reached out to Knoll and pursued her again for a serious relationship. Will Zandro go back to his two-timing ways? Will he choose to be with Knoll or Debbie?
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May (Melissa Ricks) and Bobit (Matt Evans) are college sweethearts who would often break up because of their personal differences. But when May's father passes away, she realizes how much Bobit loves her as he shoulders some of her financial obligations and helps her find a teaching job so she can graduate from college. They inspire each other to become better persons as Bobit also pursues his dream to become a policeman. But their relationship is ultimately put to the test again when May discovers that Bobit had flings with other women. Can a man really love a woman when he's being unfaithful?
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Ugly and impoverished Jawo (Rayver Cruz) crosses paths with the beautiful and wealthy Christie (Shaina Magdayao). Although they are worlds apart, Christie will fall for Jawo's kindheartedness after he saves her life in an accident. It's as if they are destined to change each other's lives as Christie teaches Jawo how to read and write; while he, in turn, lets her experience simple joys such as eating street food and laughing out loud. But because of their differences, Christie's mother, Amparo ('Jacklyn Jose'), disapproves of their relationship and will do anything to break them apart. How will Jawo prove that he's worthy of Christie's love? And will Christie dare to defy her mom's wrath for a man like Jawo?
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Marivic (Aiko Melendez) and Dindo (Dominic Ochoa) are siblings who have grown to hate each other following the tragic separation of their parents. To make matters worse, they are forced to live with their relatives separately since they were kids. Marivic is raised by their mother's well-off family while Dindo is put under the care of poor relations of their father. Marivic becomes a snob because of her affluent upbringing while Dindo had to work for his adoptive parents' restaurant at the age of nine. When Marivic treats Dindo like a helper and not as a sibling, he vows that no one can make him feel like dirt again and that he will do whatever it takes to become rich. What will happen when their financial situations are changed? Will Dindo be compassionate towards Marivic's poor plight or will he turn his back on her the way she did to him in the past?
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The story of Star Power grand winner Angeline Quinto who struggled with her complicated family ties as well as her dream to become a singer.
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Jay (JM De Guzman), a fresh grad who's determined to give his family a better life. In the beginning, he lands a profitable job in Macau which paves the way for him to gain his grandfather's respect. But he's eventually forced to resign from his job and come home a failure in his lolo's eyes. Jay immediately jumps at the chance to work abroad again as an old acquaintance offers him a teaching job in Beijing. But when he reaches Bangkok to meet his employer, he gets the shock of his life when he learns that he's about to be used as a drug mule by the West African Drug Syndicate (WADS). He is forced to swallow 61 large capsules containing drugs, which he is supposed to transport to China. Will Jay survive this? And is it really worth to risk one's life for the sake of financial security?
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Manuela (Bangs Garcia), the town beauty in Saranggani who captures both the hearts of her close friend Isyot (Rodjun Cruz) as well as the chief of police, Manuel (Gabby Concepcion). The conflict begins when Manuela has difficulty choosing between the two who seem to have her best interests at heart. As if things couldn't be any more confusing, she agrees to marry both Isyot and Manuel when they finally proposed to her. What will happen then once the men discovers the truth?
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Jovit (Carl John Barrameda) once sold Chinese dimsum via pushcart to augment his family's income. But even as a young boy, he already dreamed of becoming a famous singer despite his parents' disapproval. Other people also tried to discourage him because of his looks and status in life. How will Jovit rise above such harsh criticisms against him? And what will inspire him to join Pilipinas Got Talent?
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Carol (Pokwang) was given away by her mother when she was still a baby. History repeats itself when she's also forced to give up her own son because of her financial situation. The fact that Carol knows how it feels to have no family makes it more difficult for her to get over her guilt and longing for her child. Until one day, she finds herself taking care of a baby girl named Bronchelle. Will Carol finally find peace in her life?
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Lisa (Bangs Garcia) and Efren (Ejay Falcon), who have sworn to love each other despite the disapproval of the former's family. Lisa's relatives want her to break up with Efren, thinking that he will only bring her harm. But the irony of it is that Lisa's father, Fidel (Mark Gil), seems to be the one who's set on ruining her life since he is deeply obsessed with her. To make things worse, Fidel is determined to break the couple apart even if it means hurting his own daughter. How will the couple deal with Fidel's obsession? Will they succeed in discouraging his immoral advances or not?
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Edgar (AJ Perez), an orphaned teenager who will take his younger brother, Dagul (Bugoy Cariño), on a journey from Novaliches to Samar by foot. With no money in their pockets, the two will go in search of their relatives, not knowing what kind of reception awaits them there. They are forced to rely on each other as well as the kindness of people whom they will meet along the way. Edgar vows that he will do everything he can to protect Dagul, but several unforeseen events will put their brotherhood to the test. Is Edgar strong enough to take responsibility over a minor? And how will he deal with the trials they encounter during their seemingly endless voyage?
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Charles (Sam Milby) has a great passion for music. But a fire leaves Charles severely injured, including his fingers which affects his ability to play the piano. Since then, his self-esteem suffers a great deal and he often has difficulty getting into a serious relationship because of his insecurities. But just when he thought he would never love again, he meets the beautiful Andrea (Cristine Reyes) who'll encourage him to revive his passion for music. But is love enough to make Charles forget about his past heartaches that seemed to have scarred him for life?
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Susana (AiAi Delas Alas), a devoted mom whose world turns upside down when her sons Roderick (John Wayne Sace) and Ray-an (Lester Llansang) are both diagnosed with incurable diseases. Despite their lack of financial means, Susana will try her best to provide the best possible care for them. But things will get worse as she realizes that she's helpless in the face of her children's suffering. Is she strong enough to handle such a family crisis?
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Emily (Alessandra De Rossi) is a feisty 22-year-old who's always there to protect her best friend Diane (Trina Legaspi), 18, whenever they find themselves in trouble. They've overcome so many hurdles together that they couldn't think of anything that might ruin their friendship. But one summer vacation, Emily meets Dianne's father Teddy (Jomari Yllana) and instantly falls for his charming personality. So when Teddy declares his love for her, Emily agrees to become his girlfriend but she insists to keep their relationship a secret from Diane. When push comes to shove, however, will Emily choose to give up the love of her life for the sake of her friendship with Diane? Or will she fight for Teddy until the end?
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Imelda (Kaye Abad) and Macoy (Ian De Leon) who have a very close brother and sister relationship. Both of them have dreamed of raising their own families someday. As such, they couldn't be any happier when they eventually found their respective partners in life. But what happens once they discover that their partners have been deceiving them all along? Is there anything more painful than being betrayed by the people you love the most?
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At the age of three, Nikko (Arron Villaflor) is abandoned by his mother (Nikki Valdez) in a makeshift movie house in Tacloban. He grows up searching for a place he could call home and a family who will make him feel loved. He meets a few people who could have given him what he longed for, but something always goes wrong along the way. There's Lola Aning (Daria Ramirez) whose relatives didn't like him, a family of drug users and a couple who also left him in the end due to an unfortunate turn of events. But is his sad plight in life enough reason for him to end his life by jumping off San Juanico bridge?
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Gretchen (Nikki Bacolod) has been semi-bald ever since she was a kid (Sharlene San Pedro). Her rampant hair loss persists into her teenage years, causing her a lot of heartaches and discrimination by the people around her. Gretchen eventually discovers a temporary solution to her problem when her best friend (Charee Pineda) gives her a wig as a gift. But can she truly gain her confidence back if she concentrates on improving her outward appearance rather than her deeply buried insecurities? And will she be able to find someone who will accept her for who she really is?
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Darwin Calvario (Piolo Pascual) of General Santos City, a tricycle driver who tries his best to be a good provider to his wife Chona (Maricar Reyes) and their newborn baby. Earning money for their daily needs is difficult enough already, but his strength as a family man is put to the test when he finds out that his baby is suffering from imporforate anus (no anal opening) and needs to undergo an immediate operation. Amidst his frantic search for funds that would cover his son's hospital bills, Darwin stumbles upon a bag containing a huge amount of money in the backseat of his tricycle one day. Is it the answer to his dilemma or will he choose to return the money to its rightful owner?
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Gamay (Assunta De Rossi), an ambitious girl who grew up near a fish port in General Santos City. Having been exposed to poverty at a young age, she dreams of providing a comfortable life for her family, which she eventually achieves through sheer hard work. Because she's too focused on her work, she has neglected the needs of her husband ('Wowie de Guzman') and their children. By the time she realizes it, however, Gamay's relationship with them has gone sour. Is it too late for her to correct her mistakes?
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Bert Sanchez (Joseph Marco) is a former street vendor who achieved his dream to become champion cyclist in Asia. Bert believes that anything is attainable through sheer will and hard work. Tragedy strikes when at the peak of his athletic career, Bert is suddenly diagnosed with a serious illness and loses his right leg in the process. Will he have the courage to pick up the pieces of his life and start over again?
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Grace (Erich Gonzales) and Philip (Albie Casiño) are siblings who both long for the love of their father Rodrigo (Cris Villanueva). But he already has a family of his own and barely gives them the time of day. Although their mom (Ana Capri) tries her best to provide for their needs, Grace and Philip can't help but criticize her lack of courage to fight for their right to be acknowledged by their father. Will they ever find a way to win their father's affection?
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Andoy (Zaijian Jaranilla) is a lonesome boy who was raised solely by his father, Jerry (Zoren Legaspi), who is seldom home. To chase away his misery, Andoy secretly signs up as the youngest tour guide to the famous Callao Cave. He's so good at entertaining tourists that he quickly becomes well known in their town. But instead of being proud of his son's accomplishment, Jerry is furious when he learns about the whole thing and even forces Andoy to quit his job. Will Andoy follow his father's wishes or will he fight for the one thing that gives him self-fulfillment?
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Edison and Eric are identical twins (Carl John Barrameda). At first, the brothers were happy with the fact that they look alike and even used it to their advantage. They would exchange classes and do favors for one another. But everything changed when Edison confessed to everyone that he's gay. Eric had difficulty accepting his brother's sexuality as well as its adverse effect on his own reputation in high school. How long will Eric carry a grudge against Edison for being gay? What will it take for him to forgive his brother for being true to himself?
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Gloria (Gina Pareño) spent most of her life taking care of her five grandchildren. The strength of her character is further put to the test when a road accident leaves her two grandchildren, Jocelyn (Nikki Bagaporo) and Glory (Amy Nobleza), dead. Gloria's bent on pursuing criminal charges against the driver, Erning (Nonie Buencamino). It was truly a cruel twist of fate since Erning is also a good family man, who never meant to harm anyone. Should justice prevail or will Gloria choose to forgive Erning instead?
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Apple (Kim Chiu) is a nurse who has been secretly in love with her longtime friend/co-worker Rico (Edgar Allan Guzman). With the help of her friends, she finally captures his attention when she starts making changes with her looks. But Rico is already committed to another girl. Will Apple fight for his love or will she choose to give up easily?
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Life hasn't always been easy for Marcelito Pomoy (JM De Guzman) whose childhood was filled with difficulties and a deep longing to be reunited with his real family. To survive the streets of Surigao, he took up various odd jobs like working as a pin boy in a bowling alley and a balut vendor at one point in his life. He found comfort in singing Regine Velasquez's songs to pass the time, not knowing that it will lead him to instant fame someday. In the meantime, Marcelito did not give up his dream to search for his biological parents. Will he finally become fulfilled once he's reunited with them? But what if the loving family that he's yearning for turns out to be not so ideal after all?
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A son makes a sudden realization that his parents' seemingly perfect marriage is actually filled with deceit and betrayal. Jason (Martin Del Rosario) really looks up to his parents' relationship. His father, Bong (Ian Veneracion), is a pastor while his mother, Myrna (Mercedes Cabral), is a pious woman. But everything changes when Jason discovers his father's illicit relationship with a younger woman, Karen (Marlann Flores). In order to save his parents' marriage, Jason decides to court Karen who eventually falls for his charm. How will this turn of events affect Jason's relationship with Bong? Did he really do the right thing by pursuing the girl or will it only make things worse for his family?
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Ofelia (Laurice Guillen) makes life a living hell for her daughter-in-law Becky (Charee Pineda). For some reason, she always finds fault in Becky even though the latter makes it a point to please her. But despite Ofelia's oppressiveness, Becky keeps her mother-in-law's maltreatment a secret from her husband Toto (Janus Del Prado) for ten years. What will it take for Ofelia to realize that Becky is actually a good catch for her son?
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Rene (Rodjun Cruz) unexpectedly falls in love with his stepsister Jovel (Nikki Bacolod). The two become lovers in no time and have no trouble living together under one roof. But despite Rene's unconditional love for Jovel, she later engages in an illicit affair with Janno (Manuel Chua). To make matters worse, the guy turns out to be Rene's best friend. Devastated and filled with hatred, Rene plans to take revenge by killing his lover's other man. Is there no way for Rene to change his mind? Does betrayal justify murder?
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Edlyn (Sharlene San Pedro) is an impressionable girl who has great respect for her father's seeming devotion to their family. But her idyllic life is turned upside down when she learns that her father, Jess (Baron Geisler), is having an affair with their neighbor (Niña Jose). Determined to shield her mom (Ina Raymundo) from heartbreak, Edlyn makes sure that Jess comes home every night, even if it means waiting up for him outside his mistress's house. How long will she live a lie just to keep their family intact? Will her father ever get his act together?
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Bogs (Angel Aquino) begins a quest to stop mining activities as it is taking its toll on various natural resources in their town. But in spite of her good intentions, her family begins to resent the fact that she isn't home most of the time because of her advocacy. To make matters worse, she later loses her sight due to glaucoma. Will Bogs be able to find the balance between her family life and a good cause? Or will she end up losing not only her sight but her loved ones as well?
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Brothers Ramonito (John Prats) and Lourdito (Nash Aguas), popularly known as Happy Feet, narrate the struggle they had to go through just to reach their dream of getting their family out of poverty. Eventually, all their efforts were not put to waste as they ranked second in Pilipinas Got Talent (2010) Season 2, giving them opportunities to show their talents while earning money and making their father appreciating their talent.
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Louie (Jake Cuenca) is a Filipino transgender in Spain who strives hard to gain his father's love. The episode is an inspiring story about how acceptance and forgiveness brought the relationship of a father (Ricky Davao) and son even closer.
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Aurora is a strong-willed woman who stood by the man she loved and worked hard just to make her dreams for her family happen.
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Anita (Rio Locsin) is a woman who came from a failed relationship and falls in love with Hideo (Toru Nagahashi), a Japanese man. Hideo, despite being Japanese is passionate about Filipino culture, particularly its language and music. His son (Ya Chang), however, thinks of Filipino women as nothing more than gold-diggers. When Hideo's son challenges Anita's love for his father, Anita's perfect love story goes downhill. How can a woman prove her love when she is up against his own husband's son How can a relationship transcend culture and belief? What will the cost of understanding be?
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Ester (Ara Mina) decides to work as a manicurist in a parlor owned by her friend Eva (Rica Peralejo). She also agrees to become Eva's (who is an aspiring actress) personal assistant. The two grow really close to each other until Eva accuses Ester of stealing her necklace. Because of the incident, Ester not only gives up her job but her friendship with Eva as well. But an unexpected turn of events will pave the way for them to be reunited again. What happens when Eva is forced to ask help from Ester this time? Would Ester forgive Eva for accusing her of stealing in the past? Is it possible for them to be good friends again?
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Based on the life story of a New Bilibid Prisons inmate named Willie who spent most of his life outside prison running away from the authorities.
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A touching story about an extraordinary friendship. Anna (Precious Lara Quigaman) saw the good in Poying (Sylvia Sanchez) who is feared by their community for being an "aswang." Despite Poying's unusual behavior, Anna treated Poying as part of her family.
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Paolo (Ejay Falcon) is a certified cynic when it comes to love. He refused to be like his mother (Irma Adlawan) who kept on loving his father (Rey 'PJ' Abellana) despite the latter's abusive behavior. Because of this, he never takes his relationships seriously. But he's bound to break his notions about love once he meets Dino (Tyron Perez (as Tyrone Perez)). Both of them agree to engage in a fling, but Paolo soon finds himself so much in love with Dino that he's willing to lose his pride and self-respect if it means winning over Dino's heart. When will Paolo realize that he's only setting himself up for disappointment? Will he learn not to make the same mistakes his mother did when it comes to relationships?
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Juana manages to stand up for her fellow hardworking caregivers in Canada as she battles with colon cancer, which paved the way for the "Juana Tejada Law" to be passed.
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Witness the sacrifices of a son, Abel, (Joseph Marco) who took on the responsibilities of his parents, Andres (Jimmy Santos) and Belen (Susan Africa), who were imprisoned for alleged illegal recruitment activities.
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Mila adopts a baby with whom she never thought she would become so attached. A seemingly perfect family became complete with a child they just took care of on Christmas day.
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The story of the exceptional strong father-and-daughter bond between Ete (Phillip Salvador) and Dang (Kathryn Bernardo), especially when Ete became mentally ill. During their family's difficult times, it was Dang who stood by her father even if her mother, Pion (Snooky Serna), was already giving up.
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The story of two brothers who had to struggle to go through to achieve their dreams. Witness in the story how Jeff (Rodjun Cruz) gave up everything in order to help his younger brother Kurt (Rayver Cruz) gain his self-esteem back after his left leg was amputated after being diagnosed with bone cancer, and how music moved them to reach their goals, despite disappointment and rejections.
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Randy is a hired killer who will do anything to support his family, especially his sick brother Chris.
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Tita (Pokwang) is a devoted wife and mother who pursued working as a field health worker to support her family. Her job took a toll on Tita's life when she discovered her husband's infidelity, which later on led to their marriage's annulment. Things got worse for Tita when she lost the custody of her children.
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Joie (Jessy Mendiola) is a 16 year-old who secretly writes to her 'future boyfriend' in her journal long before she even meets him. Then she becomes friends with Nono (Sam Milby), a charming guy whom she treats like an older brother at first. But they soon find themselves falling in love with each other despite her parents' disapproval. Is their love strong enough to withstand the trials they'll encounter along the way?
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After being turned down several times, Lenny's persistence paid off when Yvonne (Bianca Manalo) became his girlfriend. Just when Lenny (Alfred Vargas) thought everything was going well for both of them, he proposed to Yvonne thinking that she would be willing to marry him. Yvonne did accept his proposal but three days before their wedding, she got cold feet and runaway. Frustrated, Lenny sought the help of a witch doctor to make Yvonne fall for him through a love potion. Will the potion work or will it drive Yvonne away from him?
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Ramon is an underground boxer who grew up as a battered child. At the time Ramon decides to change his way of living, unfortunate events force him to commit crimes that enrage his family.
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Jane (Vina Morales) is a teacher who stood up to her faith and became a nun despite her family's disapproval. But Jane eventually left the convent to marry the man she unexpectedly fell in love with. Unfortunately, Jane's faith will be tested with her husband's infidelity.
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Toto (Christopher De Leon) and Josephine (Sandy Andolong) did everything to provide for their family. Fate challenges Josephine's strength as a wife and a mother as the lives of her children go astray. While Toto wanted to let go of their responsibilities to their children who failed them, Josephine remained the light of their family and a champion mother who gave her unconditional love to all her kids.
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Liza (Iza Calzado) is a woman who got into an unconventional affair with a man named Egay (Zanjoe Marudo) who was paired with her by a dying friend, who was incidentally Egay's wife (Rica Peralejo). Egay was reluctant at first but decided to respect his wife's dying wish. Liza was also doubtful but accepted Egay because of her lingering fear of ending up as an old spinster. Can a relationship last a lifetime even without love? Or will love find its way to two people willing to open up their hearts for a second chance?
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Justin (Nash Aguas), Nikko (Paul Salas), and Rio (Mika Dela Cruz) were caught in a love triangle as the two young boys both fell in love with the same girl. As they battle to win Rio's heart, will their friendship still prevail over love?
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Pauleen Chavez is a blind woman suffering from a brain tumor.
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Meynard (Francis Magundayao) and Raymond (John Manalo) are best friends who have always dreamed of riding a ship and exploring the world together. When they finally had the chance to fulfill their ambition, Meynard and Raymond's dream turned into a nightmare after the ship's crewmen threw them out in the sea and left them afloat for 17 hours.
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After finally having the guts to admit to his family that he is gay, Bonsai (Janus Del Prado) left for Manila to live the life that he had always wanted and forget the pains that his family has given him. As he enjoys the freedom of expressing his sexuality, Bonsai became shocked and terrified with the sight of his youngest sister Celine (Trina Legaspi (Trina Legaspi)) as a lesbian. With the fear of seeing his sister experience what he has been through, how will Bonsai protect Celine from the discrimination and judgment of their family? Will the siblings ever get the acceptance and approval of their own family?
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Gigi (Sharlene San Pedro) at the age of four lived with her grandfather Domeng (Dante Rivero) after her father died and her mother left her. Still, she was very optimistic and had high hopes and dreams. Because of poverty, Gigi stopped schooling and went to Cebu City to work as a maid. But Gigi's dreams became a nightmare when she was raped repeatedly by his employer, Jaime (Justin Cuyugan). Unfortunately, she got pregnant and went back to her grandfather. She had to face difficulties of being a young mother. But it really wasn't easy. Gigi got tired of taking care of her daughter, Angel. She once blamed her daughter because Angel reminded her of the things that she missed - her childhood, her dignity and her freedom. When will Gigi realized how much she loved her daughter Angel? Can she still be a good mother despite her age?
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Michelle (Dimples Romana) filed an annulment case against her husband (Lloyd Zaragoza) who was perennially beating her all throughout their marriage. Along the ordeal, she met a lawyer named David (Ian De Leon) who, like her, just came out of a bad relationship. As both struggle with their own failed romance, Michelle and David found themselves falling for each other. Amid the disapproval of their families and the judgment of the society in their budding relationship, can Michelle and David prove that their love is genuine? Is there life after a failed marriage?
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Though she has met her great love, Mariz (Aiko Melendez) could not be with Nonit (Jomari Yllana) because of the promise she made to her family that she will not get married until her siblings finish college. After learning that Nonit got married, Mariz spent all her life providing for her family and she believes that it is her destiny to become an old maid. It is also by destiny that she will meet Nonit again after many years. Will Mariz fulfill her dream of being with her great love?
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Adelaida (Cherry Pie Picache) is almost had a perfect marriage with her husband Onofre (Al Tantay) except for one thing missing - their own child. Eager to raise one, they both decided to adopt not only one but five children. Life was okay until their kids found the truth about their real identities. How far can a mother sacrifice for her children who keep on driving her away?
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Xerces (Rayver Cruz) is 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.
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Gemma (Yen Santos) aspired to finish her studies and give her family a better life. Aside from poverty, Gemma had difficult time in achieving her dream because her father did not want to send her to school. With the lack of support, she decided to compete in Rodeo Masbateño and became one of its cowgirls. Gemma did not mind the danger of being a cowgirl because, aside from her financial needs, being a cowgirl gave Gemma the happiness that she could not find from her father.
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Rizza Abaño (Abby Bautista) is an 11-year-old girl who is so motivated to finish her studies even if she has to swim in an open sea just to get to school. Amid the difficulties and even after her elder brother, Richard (Arjo Atayde), stopped going to school, Rizza remained determined to reach her dream and still believed that poverty is not a hindrance to success.
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Tikboy (Matt Evans) is a child who, together with his siblings, grew up with an abusive and irresponsible man. Tikboy and his siblings were so physically and emotionally battered by their father, Nelson (William Lorenzo), that they no longer see him as a parent to long for but a monster to avoid. Little by little, because of their father's violence, Tikboy's house and their family were left broken.
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Lola Auring Matias (Anita Linda), a 78-year-old woman who braved the streets of Manila alone each day in search for her missing husband, Lolo Luis (Tony Mabesa). For two weeks, she went around the city with two missing person posters of Luis pinned on her dress. Every day, Lola Auring was full of hope that she and her husband will meet again. Luckily, a good Samaritan was touched with the old lady's dedication that her picture was posted in one of the social networking sites. Thousands were inspired with Lola Auring's true love for Lolo Luis that a campaign was made to help her. With the help of people who learned about her story and saw how she loves her husband so much, Lola Auring was reunited with her beloved husband.
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Nene (Jane Oineza) is a 15-year-old girl who was recurrently raped by her stepfather. But her world drastically changed when her mother even assisted her live-in partner in the act of rape. Since then, Nene cursed the beauty that she possesses. How can someone who lost her self-respect regain her love for herself?
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Jevon (Gerald Anderson) is a loving son who seeks justice for his family that was massacred, leaving his father (Toby Alejar) and brother (Kit Thompson) dead while his mother (Irma Adlawan) badly injured and siblings in shock. Will revenge serve its purpose of giving justice to Jevon's family? Or is forgiveness the key to the start of their family's healing from the tragedy?
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Discover the trials that Venus Raj had to go through before she joined Miss Universe through her empowering personal tale. How did she deal with the public's criticism on her physical appearance? What made her decide to fight for her crown after she was disqualified? How did she handle her newfound fame after her 'major-major' achievement?
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Acmad (JM De Guzman) is a man who fell in love with a beautiful but elusive lady named Flor (Marlann Flores). Despite Flor's rejection and harsh treatment, Acmad did not give up and remained driven to win Flor's heart. Until one day, Flor shocked Acmad when she agreed on living together with him in exchange of P700. How long can a man survive an unrequited love?
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A special heartwarming story of a 70-year-old man named Lolo Jessie (Nanding Josef) and his pet dogs Simba and Brownie, who taught him the meaning of a true family. Although grateful for his nephew who let him stayed with his family, Lolo Jessie had no choice but to leave because his nephew's wife was not in favor of having dogs in their house. Lolo Jessie loved Simba and Bownie so much that he cannot abandon them and even promised to take care of them for the remaining years of his life.
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Karina (Angeline Quinto) is a native of the Bagobo tribe who fell in love with a good-looking Ilonggo named Ariel (Jason Abalos). Aside from Ariel's family who is against their love affair, the cultural differences between Karina and the man she loves will complicate issues in their relationship. Will their love survive despite all hindrances and challenges?
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Flor (Mylene Dizon) is a devoted wife, mother, and daughter-in-law who did everything to keep her family complete. Deeply in love with her husband Tony (Jake Roxas), Flor remained kindhearted and caring to her mother-in-law, Lagring (Daria Ramirez) even after she found out that the grandmother of her sons did not really like her. But a day came when Flor found the courage to fight back when Lagring tried to physically hit her. Unfortunately after the incident, Tony took the side of her mother and ousted Flor from their house and kept the kids away from their mother. After more than a year, Flor decided that it was time for her to go back. But instead of being happily reunited with his children, Flor learned that her husband found himself a new wife and mother to their children, Sylvia (Aubrey Miles). Despite everything, Flor did not give up and went to see her kids almost every day that she eventually became friends with Sylvia. How much should a wife and mother sacrifice just to rebuild her family? What will push a wife to befriend her husband's mistress?
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Most of the time, Apple was being scolded by her mom Josie for always giving more time with church activities rather than her studies. Despite the strictness of her mother, Apple remained a very thoughtful kid to her family and a caring friend to her fellow kids. What will happen when one day the loving little girl dies?
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Despite their different personalities and priorities in life, Lola Joy (Coney Reyes), Lola Jane (Pinky Marquez) and Mamaita Rose (Boots Anson-Roa) were able to find unity and showed love to each other when their grandson Travelito was born. What were the sacrifices they had to make to ensure their grandson's welfare? What will happen to Lola Joy, Lola Jane and Mamaita Rose when Travelito is suddenly taken away from them?
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Rosalyn (Iza Calzado) is a doctor who suffered from major depression due to a series of unfortunate incidents in her life, particularly because of her philandering father, Gilbert (Bembol Roco). At first, she was diagnosed to have paranoia and major depression; but later on Rosalyn was brought to a psychiatrist who declared that she was ill with bipolar disorder.
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Ritche (Edgar Allan Guzman) dreamt of being a seaman to prove to everyone, especially to his father, that even though he is gay, he can still succeed in life. But because of the fear of being insulted and belittled by his classmates, Ritche decided not to show his true identity. How hard is it for a young man seeking for the society's approval to come out of the closet?
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Secretary Joel Villanueva (Diether Ocampo) and his wife Gladys (Maricar Reyes) had a good married life until they found out that Joel could not have a child because of his rare medical condition. Joel was in denial of the fact that it was him who has a problem. But as he saw Gladys' desire to have a child, Joel began to realize that he needed to see a doctor. Both of them were enthusiastic about their situation until Joel had his second operation abroad wherein their doctor told them explicitly that Joel could not produce a child. But just when a lot of doctors said that they will never have a baby, a divine gift came along.
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A touching heavy family drama of a dedicated father and husband, Sherwin (Zanjoe Marudo), who suffered from liver cancer.
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Merly (Erich Gonzales is the trusting younger sister of Yolly (Diana Zubiri) who did everything that her ate asked of her, including the idea of having a relationship with Ramon (Patrick Garcia) whom Merly barely knew at all. Believing that Yolly's intention for her was good and pure, Merly followed Yolly, only to find out that she was just manipulated by her older sister. How can betrayal and infidelity shatter the solid bond between sisters?
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Letty (Gladys Reyes) is a selfless and dedicated teacher of Aetas living in remote areas. With Letty's full commitment to her students, a time came when her relationship with her family was sacrificed. As a result, her family suggested that she should stop teaching. How hard is it to let go of something that you value so much?
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Anna (Manilyn Reynes) is a mother and wife, whose third eye is open. Anna's happy married life started to suffer when she confessed her extra-ordinary ability to her husband Sonny (Gio Alvarez). Granting her husband's request, Anna tried her best to live a normal life and ignore her third eye. But everything changed when Anna's husband and youngest son started to see the spirits and feel the souls around them. How is it for a family to live with their third eyes opened?
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Eliza (Gina Pareño) and Lito (Dante Rivero) are childhood sweethearts who after 45 years, when their spouses died already, were reunited to fulfill their promises of love to each other. Amid the strong resistance of their children, how will Eliza and Lito realize their ultimate dream to walk down the aisle as each other's first and last love?
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Fidel (Ariel Rivera) was able to recover from the heart attack but that incident caused his loss of comprehension and speech. With no money for Fidel's therapy, Minerva (Ana Roces), Fidel's wife asked their little daughter, Jonah (Casey Da Silva), to be a teacher to his father. Instead of playing with friends, Jonah was stuck with Fidel. Can a family remain strong when the supposed foundation suddenly becomes weak and helpless?
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Lyn (Yen Santos) is a conservative lady who based her life decisions on different kinds of sayings that she learned from her mother (Cherry Pie Picache). Lyn connects everything that happens to her to the old beliefs, from the right time to be in a relationship up to the reasons why she is suffering. In the end, which will matter more--Lyn's long list of sayings or real feelings that she and John (Kean Cipriano) have for each other?
S1 • E940
Bebeng (Dina Bonnevie) is a dedicated wife and mother to her 13 kids, who would always draw strength from her flower shop business in times of trials. Bebeng and her husband together with their thirteen children enjoyed a happy family life until several tragedies came their way--their eldest son was diagnosed with cancer, their third daughter got pregnant early, their sixth son was epileptic, while her 12th daughter died because of pneumonia. Because of these misfortunes, Bebeng eventually lost her flower shop and almost lost her will to continue living. On the verge of giving up, what will make Bebeng realize that she had to carry on with their life?
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Kevin (Carlo Aquino) and Alan (Joem Bascon) are both bisexuals who just met through a casual sex. Soon they found themselves falling in love with one another and eventually entered in a relationship. Their affair was filled with happiness until they knew that Kevin was infected with HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and his case was already in AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) condition. Later on, Kevin confessed to Alan that he acquired the virus because of engaging in casual hook ups with his clients. What will happen when Alan discovers that Kevin infected him with AIDS? Will their life-threatening disease be more powerful than their love for each other?
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Roanna (Empress Schuck) is a beautiful lady whose greatest ambition is to become a nun. But after her brother's death, Roanna left her dream of becoming a nun and pursued a different path, which is to become a cop. Amid her efforts to fulfill her goal, a man from her past, Jason (Joseph Marco), returned in her life to profess his love for her. Love grew between them, until Roanna became a full-fledged policewoman. Jason barely understood Roanna's job which resulted to conflicts between them. Will Roanna's dangerous job put her personal life at risk?
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Ben (Martin Del Rosario) is a young man who bravely faced all the odds, even the maltreatment of his family, just to achieve his goal of finishing his studies. In a life full of darkness, how can one find the light that will drive him to fulfill his dreams?
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Persie (Joey Marquez) and Cristy (Aiko Melendez) loved each other so much that Persie accepted his wife's past which involved having a son with her first husband. They almost had a perfect family life with their three sons until a disagreement led them to decide to go on with their lives separately. How will their children mend the broken relationship of their parents? Will their sons be enough reason to bring back the love of Persie and Cristy for each other?
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Instead of having their dream church wedding, Enez (Shaina Magdayao) and Marvin (Bryan Santos) just had a civil wedding because Enez became pregnant at a time when they were still financially unstable. The two started building dreams as a family but in the process, Enez's strength and character were put to test when Marvin suffered paralysis on different parts of his body and later on got comatose. Despite the misfortunes, Enez never left her husband.
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Roque (Erik Santos) is a reserved type of guy who sought help from his younger brother Raul (Arron Villaflor) to win the heart of his childhood crush Merlinda (Charee Pineda). With Roque's persistence and Raul's unwavering support, Merlinda finally said yes to Roque. However, just as things were about to work well between Roque and Merlinda as future husband and wife, Raul started falling in love with Merlinda. How will Roque react once he discovers that Merlinda chose to marry his brother over him?
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Despite her cerebral palsy, April (Jane Oineza) was able to live a somewhat normal life with the strong support from her family, especially from her younger brother Dhayveed (Kyle Balili). The siblings' love for each other remained steadfast especially when they started schooling, but not until they reached high school. Because of April's condition, Dhayveed's classmates' perception towards him has also been affected to the point that he was being ridiculed which consequently affected his relationship with April. Without anyone to take care of her, how long can April survive in a 'world' filled with ruthless people?
S1 • E948
Gina (Rosanna Roces) is a dedicated family woman, who after 36 years met her high school sweetheart Freddie (Gary Estrada). For seven days, Gina and Freddie built happy memories and through a short span of time found out that they were still deeply in love with each other. In the end, will Gina sacrifice everything including her family just to continue her love affair with Freddie?
S1 • E949
Carmi (Bangs Garcia) is a funny, loud and outgoing lady, who was forced by her husband Ian (Tom Rodriguez) to become timid and formal for the sake of their marriage. Believing that their relationship will get better, Carmi followed the whims of her husband. How far will Carmi be willing to forgo her "real" self for the sake of her loved ones? Will her change be for the better, or worse?
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Through the eyes of their child, discover who the King and Queen of Philippine movies really are behind the glitz and glamor of showbiz. While growing up, did Grace (Erich Gonzales) experience difficulties for not being the real daughter of her famous parents? Was there a point in her life when she rebelled against FPJ and Susan because of the fact that she was just adopted?
S1 • E951
Alan Peter Cayetano (Gerald Anderson is the second child of the late Senator Rene Cayetano (Tommy Abuel). For the Cayetano siblings, life was too simple because they had their father Rene who made all the decisions and they would just follow him. But their worlds suddenly turned upside down when their dad was diagnosed with a liver ailment. How did the Cayetano siblings turn their father's weakness into their family's strength? How hard was it to move on especially when the person who died was the family's main source of 'life?'
S1 • E952
An extra-ordinary love story of the beautiful barrio lass Paz (Meg Imperial) and the not-so-handsome but good hearted guy Andres (Ketchup Eusebio). When Andres met Paz, he instantly knew that she was the one for him. Despite not having the 'face value,' Andres was determined to do everything to win Paz's heart. Unfortunately, amid all of Andres' efforts, one fact remains--Paz has no feelings for him. How far will Andres go just to make Paz love him? Is persistence enough to drive someone to love you back?
S1 • E953
Tessa was raped by her elder brother, but chose to hide the truth for the sake of her family.
S1 • E954
Carlita (Maricar Reyes) and Charity (Maricar Reyes) look exactly the same. Carlita and Charity start to have questions in their minds as to why they look identical, but their respective parents were consistent in telling them that they are not siblings or twins. Will their resemblance draw them closer to each other or will it create competition between them?
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Diana (Julia Montes) was sold to a prostitution den by her own foster mother at a young age of 15. When she was able to save money, enough for a new life, she escaped with her long time friend and colleague. Then she met a young man that she would think would change the course of her life.
S1 • E956
Linda is a dedicated and hardworking mother who is willing to do everything for her family, especially for her son Rubin, despite her polio illness.
S1 • E957
How the simple lifestyle and strong leadership of Sec. Robredo was molded by his family and his experiences. How huge was the part of his wife and her three daughters in his success?
S1 • E958
Julius is a rebellious young man who resents his own father for being a drug addict. Julius devoted all his time in teaching and playing different sports to avoid having the same fate as his dad. When he is asked to form a football team in their town, Julius meets a group of kids who have the same vices as his father. How will Julius be able to save the kids from the same mistakes that almost ruined his life?
S1 • E959
Rowena (Iza Calzado) is a woman who unexpectedly fell in love with her cousin Alex (Joem Bascon) after being cheated on by her husband. Despite the disapproval of their family and the criticisms of their neighbors, Rowena and Alex continued their relationship and formed their own family with their children. However, Rowena and Alex's lives changed when they noticed something different with the physical appearance of their two daughters. Is the suffering of their children God's way of punishing Rowena and Alex for their forbidden love? Or is this just an important test that will strengthen their relationship as a family?
S1 • E960
Brian (Zaijian Jaranilla) is a young boy who grew up exposed to poverty. At an early age, Brian worked hard to provide food for his family and served as the eyes, hands and feet of his mother who is almost blind. Amid all of his family's problems, how will Brian be able to make his family stronger when a heartbreaking tragedy comes to change their lives?
S1 • E961
Juanito Furagganan grew up exposed to poverty because of the abandonment of his father. When he joined the guerrillas during the World War II, Juanito's life changed as he was imprisoned and was brutally tortured by their enemies. How will Juanito's experiences help in molding and strengthening his personality?
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The second part of the two-part episodes, we see Juan (Enrique Gil) continues his journey to survive after being caught by Japanese soldiers during World War II. As he successfully escapes from the enemies' hands, Juan opens a new chapter of his life as fate leads him to finally meet his father. Could he still accept the man who abandoned him and his mother? How could this encounter change his life? How did his experiences help him to become one of the greatest lawmen today?
S1 • E963
Minda (Rica Peralejo) got married at the very young age of 11. Soon after, her husband Ronnie (Allen Dizon) died of leukemia. Because of poverty, Minda decided to leave her children with her in-laws in order to work and save enough money for their future. After many years, Minda finally had the guts to return to her sons and daughters, only to find out that they were maltreated by her late husband's family. How can she erase the painful experiences that her children went through? Will a mother's unconditional love be enough to make up for all of her shortcomings in the past years?
S1 • E964
Being the only boy in the children of three, Kevin Balot (Kokoy De Santos/Martin Del Rosario) tried to hide his real identity and fulfill his father's dream for him to become an engineer. However, Kevin and his father's relationship began to change when he eventually decided to come out of the closet. How will Kevin prove himself to his family? What will he do to show to everyone that his gender is not a hindrance to achieve his own dreams?
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From being close buddies, the cousins' relationship started to change when Jane (Desiree Del Valle) discovered that Lyka (Andi Eigenmann) was working as an escort girl. Despite their disagreements, Jane did everything to help Lyka choose the right path. However, Lyka's life worsened even more as she became addicted to drugs and got impregnated by a family man. Can Jane still find it in her heart to give Lyka a second chance? Or will she finally give up on her?
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Despite her parents' strictness, Dua (Ella Cruz) was not able to stop herself from falling for her sister's best friend Bruce (Diego Loyzaga). Because of her closeness with him, Dua slowly begins to have less time for her friend Jayson (Khalil Ramos), who secretly has feelings for her. How will Dua deal with the sweetness and the pain of her first love? Can romance really replace friendship?
S1 • E967
Susana (AiAi Delas Alas) is a loving wife and mother who suffers from nervous breakdown after continuous financial tragedies. While Susana is enduring from it, Dodoy (Joseph Marco), her eldest son, takes over the responsibilities of taking care of her and her children.
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Alex (Julia Barretto) is a young teenage girl who grew up in a complete and happy family. Her life reaches a turning point when her mother leaves them for another man because of her fathers drug addiction. Before her family gets even more broken, Alex eventually decides to forgive her father. She works hard to prove to her mother that their family will still be happy without her. Will Alex find it in her heart to forgive her mother for abandoning them?
S1 • E969
Precy (Nikki Gil) is a dedicated and loving mother and sister. Because of her desire to provide a better future for her children and sister Agnes (Nikki Bagaporo), Precy decides to work overseas and save enough money for their family's needs. After many years of sacrifices and hard work, Precy returns to the Philippines only to find out that her husband Lando (Matt Evans) is having an affair with Agnes. How will Precy deal with her sister's betrayal after all that she did for Agnes? Will time be able to heal the pain caused by Agnes and Lando's forbidden relationship?
S1 • E970
Courage and true friendship between Apaw and his best friend Dante.
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Ellah (Angeline Quinto) is a loving daughter who is willing to do everything for her family, especially when their father abandoned them for another woman. To make ends meet, Ellah has to work as a clown while studying, which tests her patience not only with kids but also with life's struggles.
S1 • E972
Fred and Freddie are identical twins who will both be maltreated and abused in the ships where they work as fishermen.
S1 • E973
Claire is a loving daughter who will feel devastated and betrayed by her own family upon knowing the truth about her real identity.
S1 • E974
Pinky (Alex Gonzaga) is a lovable and helpful adoptive daughter to her aunt and uncle, who had to endure the maltreatment of her cousin, Rene (Dimples Romana). Jealous with the attention that Pinky is receiving from her parents, Rene makes Pinky's life miserable. Pinky keeps mum about the situation because she wants to finish her studies with the help of her foster family. As Pinky grows numb with Rene's physical and emotional torture to her, from being a cry baby, Pinky eventually becomes a strong woman having the motivation to be successful so she can one day get her revenge on Rene.
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Brenda (Meg Imperial) is a hardworking lady who grew up with a lot of insecurities. Her view of self ever got worse when her first boyfriend cheated on her, making her believe that no one will truly love her until she meets Pon (Bryan Santos).
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Eddy is a father who has two families - one in Albay, while the second resides in Bacolod. How could a father forget about his first family with his children all hoping he would help them out from poverty?
S1 • E977
This is the story of Roel Manlangit, winner of the Pilipinas Got Talent Season 4. What drove Roel (Zaijian Jaranilla) 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?
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With the intention to support her husband in providing the needs of their growing family, Blythe (Denise Laurel) decided to work. But everything started to change when Raymond (Rayver Cruz) decided to stop working and fully depend on his wife. How far will a devoted wife and mother go just to keep her family complete? Is love worth fighting for when your own life is in danger?
S1 • E979
Brenda is an insecure but talented lady who wants to prove to everyone that her short stature is not a hindrance to success.
S1 • E980
Jomer (Nash Aguas) is a high school freshman who pretended to be gay just to get close to his ultimate crush Jane (Alexa Ilacad). Will Jomer's plan of befriending Jane work or will it be the reason for the end of their budding romance?
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This is the inspiring life story of elevator attendant turned YouTube sensation, Cherry Alejandrino (Meryll Soriano), who is better known now as Elevator Girl. What is the story behind Cherry's cheerful attitude, hard work and dedication?
S1 • E982
TV Patrol Southern Tagalog news anchor Joan Panopio grew up being criticized because of her physical appearance and economic status, fought for her dream of becoming the next Korina Sanchez.
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Mildred (Angel Locsin) is a patient diagnosed with an extreme case of tuberculosis How will Mildred and her nurse, Stuart (Paulo Avelino), cure each other's aching lives? Will love die when a beloved lets go and gives up on a relationship?
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Carlos (Sam Concepcion) is an academically excellent working student who is driven to earn his diploma and get a decent job to support his family. But will Carlos achieve his big dream when the people he considers as inspiration do not believe in the value of education?
S1 • E985
A 17-year-old girl, rebelling against her parents, gets pregnant and slowly drifts away from her family.
S1 • E986
Minda (Irma Adlawan) tries to rebuild their family that was shattered by her ill-mannered husband, Paeng (Bembol Roco). So when fortune knocks at their door, Minda immediately decides to buy a house believing that it will lead to a harmonious relationship between her spouse and children. But worse things await them because apart from the horror that Paeng is causing, troubled ghosts adds up to the family's burden.
S1 • E987
After almost three decades, destiny pulls back Emily (Snooky Serna) and Roger (Lito Pimentel) together again. Can a mother sacrifice her happy family to continue her happy ending with her true love?
S1 • E988
Elmer (Nathan Lopez) and Eric (Gammy Lopez) are twin brothers who have been very close since childhood. However, after the death of their soldier father, Elmer comes out as gay -- a decision disliked by Eric, who is a closet queen.
S1 • E989
Gel (Alex Gonzaga) and Marq (Arron Villaflor) are the best of friends and somewhere along their friendship, Gel found love for her closest boy friend. Is it worth risking your friendship to tell your best friend that you like him?
S1 • E990
Judith (Xyriel Manabat and Valerie Concepcion) suffered cruelty from their father and was adopted by a foster family that even made her life more miserable. After all the sufferings that she went through, how did Judith remain hopeful that her real family will be reunited once more?
S1 • E991
After his father left them, Christian (Nash Aguas) feels the need to do everything to bring back his mother's (Ara Mina) smile. He strives hard to study and later on become part of an orchestra, which he thinks would bring back the spark of joy in his mothers eyes. What kind of misery would drive a mother to end her own life? How would a child accept a tragedy that happened to his beloved mother?
S1 • E992
Edwin's (Gerald Anderson) cold heart changed when his nephew, JV (Bugoy Cariño was diagnosed with a disease called Thalassemia. How did a sad news about an illness remove all the anger in ones heart and even made a families bond stronger?
S1 • E993
Jess (Arjo Atayde) 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?
S1 • E994
Elena (Maricar Reyes) feels pain when she discovers that her ideal husband Leo (Ariel Rivera) turned out to be married to someone else. Can Elena give up her dream family and let go of her greatest love or will she give in to her husband\s plea to save their relationship?
S1 • E995
Gloria is a devoted mother who was forced to abandon her kids to work in another town. What did Gloria do that made her children hate her so much?
S1 • E996
Neneng (K Brosas) is a cheerful and loving mother, who suddenly gets hooked in texting a young guy named Janus (Khalil Ramos). What pushed a dedicated housewife to escape from her "real life" and give her time to a total stranger?
S1 • E997
Iza Calzado (Empress Schuck) was an insecure girl who bravely faced her problems and resolved her obesity issues. Living in a broken family, how did Iza empower herself to win her personal battle with her weight? How did her seemingly simple weight problem became a crucial turning point in her life?
S1 • E998
Being a super fan of actress Sheryl Cruz, Tirso (Sam Concepcion) dreamt of nothing but to have a girlfriend as beautiful as her. So when his father told him to marry someone who was a far cry from his dream girl Sheryl, he left their house and lived away from his family. Will Tirso still run away when he finally sees a Sheryl Cruz look-a-like?
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Maynard (Xian Lim) is the playboy who captures the heart of Zandrae (Bangs Garcia), a girl who grew up with a lot of insecurities due to her dark skin tone and unsupportive family. Feeling loved and valued by Maynard, Zandrae will let her world revolve around him. What will Zandrae do when she discovers that the guy she loves is just playing with her?
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Neneng (Janella Salvador) and Celo (Marlo Mortel) are rival honor students who will eventually find themselves bound by love. How will their love-hate relationship lead to romance? Will competition reignite between them once one of them gets more successful than the other?
S1 • E1001
Mely (Pokwang) is a martyr wife to her philandering husband and a dedicated mother to her beloved children. Since Mely does not want her kids to grow up in a broken family, she keeps her husband's infidelity to herself. How did Mely manage to hide the truth from her children for 15 years?
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Jenny (Abby Bautista) grew up craving the love and care of her working parents. Because no one is closely looking after her welfare, Jenny is raped at the age of seven by their laundry-woman's live-in partner. For her to be able to overcome the mental and psychological trauma of the vicious assault, Jenny father entrusts Jenny to her grandparents who live far from them. How will this supposed haven of love turn into a molestation ring for Jenny?
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Brothers Okoy (Jason Abalos) and Luman (Dominic Roque) have a promise to be at each other's side for the rest of their lives. Driven by their dream of having better lives, Okoy works hard and sacrifices almost everything to help his younger brother finish his studies. How will Okoy accept that fact that his beloved brother, whom he has taken care of all his life, has given up on him at his most trying time?
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Rosa Fontanes struggled and faced every trials in order to support her family. She started as an amateur singer until she decided to work abroad to give her family a better future. Fontanes have worked in Dubai, Egypt, Lebanon and lastly in Israel where she worked as a caregiver and the place where she finally discovered the real purpose of her talent as a singer. She joined the X Factor Israel and her talent impressed the judges and the audience which paved the way for her victory as the first winner of the reality singing competition.
S1 • E1005
Angie (Coney Reyes) and Bert (Bembol Roco are former lovers who get their second chance at love after their respective spouses' deaths.
S1 • E1006
Jhonny and Aileen fell in love during their summer job. Everything seems so right for the two until Aileen starts to demand so much time from Jhonny even though Jhonny is studying and working then at the same time. Will Jhonny get tired of loving Aileen when their closeness feels too close for comfort?
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Despite her family's dismay over her May-December love affair with Ernesto, Jhenny takes the risk of continuing her relationship with the middle-aged bus driver, who promises to love her no matter what. What will Jenny do once she finds out that the man she loves is taking advantage of her for her money?
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Bambi is a mother who promised to herself to never control her daughter's life like the way her father did to her. However, from simple gestures of helping Donna gain friends through texting, Bambi eventually gets so involved with the love life of her daughter that everything needs to pass through her approval. How can a child make her mother realize that she is old enough to live her life by herself?
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Jose is an eight-year-old boy who stands as a parent to his seven younger siblings after their mother and father abandoned them. Jose brings his one-month-old sibling with him when he goes to school. And every time his youngest sibling cries, Jose, with his brother in his arms, runs to a room in the school and ask alms from his teachers. What inspires a child like Jose to stand up and raise his little siblings? What will Jose do when his mother comes back after so many years?
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Dina finds out that her husband, Carlo, has fathered two children with another woman. Dina accepts Carlo back into her life after years of separation, but this time, she also faces the responsibility of being a mother to his two children from his past relationship.
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Susan is a married woman who falls in love with Andres the younger brother of her husband, Lito.
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Clark is a young boy with leukemia. His mother Julie is caught in a situation of sacrificing her three other children's health to prolong the life of her eldest son through a bone marrow transplant.
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Susan and Cecile are best friends, whose friendship is strained because of one guy, Rope. Rope is Cecile's ex-boyfriend, who is now courting Susan. Can true love blossom between Susan and Rope amid Cecile's resentment?
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How did young Efren, the famous healing priest, discover his gift of healing and his ability to see the souls of departed people? What were the hardest trials that put his faith to the test?
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Reshee, Kay, and Joy form their SheKaJoy Angels barkada at school. Will the friendship be over when one member of the group breaks one of their rules by getting pregnant?
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Bibi is the protective father of Dandoy. Bibi yearns for his son to finish his studies. But their relationship is soon put to test when Dandoy stops schooling to concentrate on his hobby, longboarding. How can a son prove to his father that he made the right decision?
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Berna is from a rich family and an academic achiever. She aspires for a better life and longs to marry a man who can provide her that. But after college, Berna meets and falls in love with Mark, a handsome and hardworking jeepney conductor. With her family's disapproval, how far can Berna go to fight for her love for Mark?
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At a young age, Nikki dreamt of becoming a boxer because he saw it as a way to give his family a better life. But instead of boxing, fate led him to the dangerous world of street fighting. Why did Nikki find himself hooked with such an illegal sport? Will he stop risking his life in street fights once his family asks him to do so?
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Jessa has glaucoma which she inherited from her mother. At the young age of 18, she was completely blind. She worked as teacher to the students who are visually impaired like her and she was also crowned as Miss Philippines on Wheels, Signs and Visions 2013.
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Life story of the girl behind a viral Youtube video Paula Jamie "PJ" Salvosa, better known as the "Amalayer" girl. Despite growing up without a mother, PJ never felt any loss because the love of her father and grandparents made her complete. However, the darkest moments of her life descended on her when she became a victim of cyber bullying because of one mistake. How hard was it for PJ when she was criticized and tormented by people who barely knew her? How did she learn to accept and forgive herself and the people who hurt her?
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This is the story behind the viral video dubbed as the "heartbreaking wedding" of Hazzy, a 29-year-old patient diagnosed with advanced stage 4 liver cancer, and his girlfriend of four years, Liezel. Can eternal love blossom when your beloved's days are numbered?
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Che and Mark have a so-called mutual understanding relationship. Although they are not officially in a romantic relationship, Che and Mark feel love and contentment in their lives. Everything seems to be perfect until Mark admits to Che that he has fallen in love with another girl who is pregnant with his child. Che is heartbroken. Is moving on possible for Che when everything constantly reminds her of Mark and their happy times together? Can she forgive someone who has given her so much joy but has caused so much pain at the same time?
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Johnny Medrano is one of the finalists of Gawad Geny Lopez Jr. Bayaning Pilipino 2014, who supports his family and serves his community despite an orthopedic impairment that rendered him unable to walk.
S1 • E1024
Lyca is a small kid with big dreams from Tanza, Cavite. She gained popularity for her heartfelt, amazing performances in The Voice Kid and for her humble background as a daughter of a fisherman. She would also sometimes help her mother scavenge for junk to sell.
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Lui and Paul, who are forced to make ends meet for their family after Lui's father, Eddie, was struck with a serious illness. How did Paul manage to finish on top of his class amid all the financial and emotional trials that he and his family had to face?
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Marie, who has dreamed of becoming a nun since she was young, has never entertained guys who wanted to court her. But not until Marie meets Nick, her first love whom she thought she will forget once she enters the monastery. What will Marie do when her first love returns to her life now that she is already a nun? Will Nick put Marie's vow to test?
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Leng was raped by her own father at the young age of 13. What will a sexually abused child think of her mother who does not believe her at all? Is a normal life possible for someone who had such a traumatic experience? Will she ever trust her family and believe in love again?
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Hiro Mallari is a teenage boy whose life turned upside down when he lost his one true love, Michelle Ann Bonzo, in a tragic accident.
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Igge is a good-hearted son who took on the role of father to his half-siblings after their mother died. What will Igge do when, after all his sacrifices, his siblings decide to leave him?
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Contrary to public perception that he is well-off, the half-German and half-Filipino teen singer will share in "MMK" the life of poverty that he faced since birth. Together with his grandmother and uncle who raised him, JK grew up thinking that he should work hard for everything that their family has. When did JK realize he wanted to become a singer? How did he manage to wow the three coaches despite the fact that he lost his mother five days before his audition in "The Voice Kids?"
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Joshua, at the age of 6, left his family in Antique with the hope of having a better life. But after feeling lonely in the custody of his strict aunt, Joshua decided to run away. From then on, he experienced the harsh reality of life in the urban streets and squatter areas of Antipolo. How did Joshua manage to pursue his education despite sheer poverty?
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Joven is a young man who managed to avoid his gay admirer through the help of his pretend girlfriend, Rachel. Can Joven and Rachel's make-believe relationship develop into true love?
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Myla is the loving and hardworking daughter of a seaman. Being the only daughter in the family, Myla is considered to be her father's favorite. Despite working abroad, Dionisio remains close to her daughter. He always reminds Myla to work hard to finish school and earn a degree. However, their solid father-daughter relationship is tested when Dionisio's marriage to his wife takes the rough road. Amid the most trying times, can a daughter turn her back on her beloved father who inspired her to strive harder and achieve her dreams?
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When Paolo is diagnosed with leukemia, he becomes cynical and loses his will to live, thinking that sooner or later, he will still die. Paolo is at his lowest point when he meets Rovil, whose leukemia is much worse than his. But, unlike Paolo, Rovil is optimistic that she will overcome her illness. She teaches Paolo to value every moment they are alive by living life to the fullest and making unforgettable happy memories. How can a terminal disease give Rovil and Paolo their little infinity? Is love enough to bravely face death?
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Fatima Palma gained online fame when a video of her entertaining a patient in the hospital with her rap performance went viral.
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When one of the prison gates collapsed because of the typhoon, Jomar immediately thought of his family's safety. He then did his best to search and rescue them. But upon reaching home, he had to face his worst nightmare: his mother and three other siblings were killed by the typhoon. Despite his mourning, Jomar chose to rebuild their house and made ways to give his beloved family members a decent funeral. After his mother and siblings were laid to rest, Jomar did not take advantage of the incidental freedom caused by the tragedy. With his innate goodness, he decided to do the right thing and surrendered himself back to the prison.
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Cynthia is a loving wife and mother who puts her family's welfare over her happiness. She wants her family intact so much that she endures her miserable life with her abusive husband who is unreasonably jealous, overprotective and possessive even with their children. Will Cynthia find the courage to stand up for her children when she discovers they have become victims of domestic abuse by their own father?
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With her father's strict upbringing, Karen promises herself that she will never disobey her parents and will never be in love. But her world turns around when she meets and befriends Christian - her first love. But since she is afraid to confess her real feelings for Christian, Karen finds contentment in writing her emotions and messages of love in her diary. Will Christian discover Karen's well-kept secret? What will Karen do once she discovers that her first love is already committed to someone else?
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The world of Fr. Francis begins to change when he meets the charming and confident nun named Joanna, who asked him to get involved in a non-government organization that sympathizes with radical groups. From being simple acquaintances who march together to Mendiola, Fr. Francis and Sis. Joanna became good friends as they enjoy lengthy talks about their vocation, their common cause of helping and serving other people and their personal lives. As they appreciate and enjoy each other's company every single time, Fr. Francis and Sis. Joanna's friendship developed into a special kind of love, which pushed Sis. Joanna to leave her vocation to save his beloved from leaving priesthood. What will happen when Fr. Francis discovers Sis. Joanna's sacrifice? How will their love for each other further deepen their relationship with the Lord?
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Leng can't help but fall in love with her serious and strict boss Ronnie, a single parent to two children. How did Ronnie and Leng's secret love affair start? What will they do when Ronnie's family goes against their relationship?
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At 5 years old, Rochelle's body was overtaken by progeria, a rare genetic condition that causes a child's body to show signs of aging. She was told by her doctor that she could expect to live only up to 15 years old. As the sad truth settles in Rochelle's mind, she decides to live her short life to the fullest and experience things normal people experience-including falling in love. Will love keep Rochelle's high hopes to live, or will it cause her more pain?
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Daisy, the adopted daughter of Ed and Erlie, took over as breadwinner when her father's business failed. But her strength will be put to the test when she deals with her mother's breast cancer and her father's heart ailment. How did Daisy remain unfazed and determined to be her family's source of strength? How far can a daughter's unconditional love go when both of her beloved parents seem to let go?
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Andre has always lived life happily despite having difficulty walking because of a rare muscle disease called muscular dystrophy. He grew up to be an optimistic student, and his father Rodolfo, was always at his side to lift his spirits up with constant love and encouragement. How will Andre deal with life's challenges when his ultimate source of strength, his father, suddenly leaves his side? Will he succumb to hopelessness, or will he continue to reach for the dreams that his father envisioned for him?
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Christine Balaguer became one of the Top 13 candidates in this year's Miss World Philippines pageant. Discover how Christine grew up to be optimistic, living a normal life despite her physical challenges, and how she became an inspiration for the deaf and other differently abled people like her to reach for their dreams.
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When Jing's parents discover that he is gay, Jing begins to feel the distance growing between him and his parents, especially his father. Save for the times when his father gives him errands, the former avoids talking with his son. Things seem to turn better for Jing when, at the age of 27, he finds work as a caregiver in Canada. Learning that female caregivers are more in demand in the country, Jing decides to take hormone pills and disguises as a woman. There, he meets Jerry, a 23-year-old Canadian, who mistakes him for a real woman. After 5 months of dating, Jerry takes him to a hotel to have sex, and Jing is left with no choice but to reveal his true sexuality to him. Shocked, Jerry walks out on him and stops communicating with him since then. However, after 2 months, Jerry calls him again and tells him that he still loves Jing no matter what. Jerry also surprises him by asking his hand in marriage in front of his relatives in Canada. It was like a dream come true for Jing, though half of him is saddened that his parents do not approve of his marriage. Three years since their wedding, Jerry expresses his desire to have his own child. Though hurt, Jing offers to find a way to grant Jerry's wish. Jing takes him to the Philippines and finds a baby maker for Jerry. Just when he thinks that the worst is over, Jing soon discovers that Jerry is having an affair with the baby maker. Amid his devastation, Jing is surprised when his father hits Jerry in the face out of rage for hurting his son's feelings. This opens Jing's eyes to the realization that despite their many storms, the love from his father and family remains intact.
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How a couple, together with their two children, survive on the meager earnings of Marlon, who scavenges for metal junk in creeks for a living. Learn how their unexpected win became an answer to their prayers.
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Marvin is a guy who continues to long for his first love, Lara, despite having his own family with his wife, Dianne.
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Carmina was initially bound by the fascination with romance novels and the list of love signs, which she thought led her to Mr. Right, Yong. Can Yong and Carmina's relationship founded on superficial hints last when challenges take its toll on them?
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After years of living away from each other, Eunice and Febie reunite after the latter flies back to the Philippines from Malaysia to treat her colon cancer and reach out to her family, including her beloved twin whom she is asked to look after her family once she passes away. Soon, Febie peacefully died and Eunice, who is a widow, starts fulfilling her promise to her sister by comforting Febie's family, especially the husband who became emotionally devastated by his loss. What will Eunice do when her closeness with her twin sister's husband develops into serious romance? Can they move on from Febie's memory, stand up for their love, and handle the disapproval of the people around them, including their families?
S1 • E1050
Bea and Andrew are college friends who have feelings for each other. What will Andrew and Bea do when romance sparks between them years after college and now that the latter is already married to another man?
S1 • E1051
Two sisters, Myra and Thelma whose relationship will be put to test as they grow up getting jealous over their parents' attention. But everything changes when Myra is diagnosed with kidney failure. Will Myra's serious illness signal the end for her or will it mark a new chapter in her relationship with Thelma? How will they realize that they truly care for each other? How far can Thelma's love go just to prolong the life of her beloved sister, Myra?
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Andrea and Jason got married in haste in Saudi Arabia due to an unplanned pregnancy. Despite having been abandoned by Jason when she delivered a stillborn baby, Andrea reconciles with her husband a year later, hoping to build the happy family she has always dreamt of with him. However, four years later, Andrea discovers all the lies that Jason has expertly woven, including their long-annulled marriage. Will love be enough to cover up all the hurt caused by the lies of one's beloved?
S1 • E1053
Francis is a teenage boy who finds amusement and solace in TV shows at an early age. Everything was normal until his fascination turned into an addiction as he became an avid fan of a rising teen actor. How far will it take a super fan to show his love for his idol? What will drive someone to finally end his addiction?
S1 • E1054
Bheng becomes a single mother to her daughter Joy when her boyfriend refuses to take responsibility for their child. When Joy grew older, Bheng is forced to work abroad to make ends meet for her family. She left Joy in the care of her grandparents. In the absence of her mother's guidance, Joy started exploring her sexuality and ended up getting pregnant by her boyfriend, who eventually left her to raise their baby alone. How hurtful is it for a single mother to learn that her beloved child will go through the same ordeal as she had in the past? What will a daughter do to make up for her mistakes?
S1 • E1055
How did the young MJ strive for her dreams without her parents beside her? Who inspired her to become a fighter in life?
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Paul is a firefighter who sacrificed almost all his time for his family just to save lives. What will Paul do once his own home is "under fire?" How will life teach Paul the value of giving time for his family and his career?
S1 • E1057
Garry and Suzette are a young couple whose love for each other and dreams for the future will be tested by fate.
S1 • E1058
Rennie and Garry's friendship was strengthened by their dedication and love for the country. Discover what happened in Garry and Rennie's battle and how hard their teams helped each other to succeed in their mission for the sake of protecting the Filipino people.
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Belen is a mother who only wants to give the best for her children. Because of her husband's irresponsibility, Belen was forced to leave her family to undergo a training in Manila. However, when she returned after three months, Belen's world crumbled when she discovered that her husband sold all of their children.
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Mai is a young woman who grew up with a lot of insecurities because of her excessive weight. Despite her lack of confidence in herself, Mai experiences the sweetness and pain of love from her first boyfriend who cheated on her. However, Mai eventually learns to move on and begins to believe in love again when she meets Phil at a youth fellowship. How was Mai able to face all the pains and heartbreaks that she suffered from the people she loved and trusted wholeheartedly? Did she finally learn to love and accept herself despite the judgment of other people because of her obesity?
S1 • E1061
Because of her dream to give her family a better life, Liza did everything to be able to work as an entertainer in Japan. However, Liza's life crumbled when she realized that her recruiter fooled her, and she was forced to work as a GRO in a club. What were the sacrifices did Liza have to make just to send money to her parents and siblings? How was she able to regain her self-respect after the hell she has been through as a GRO?
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Veron is a loving mother who dedicated her whole life to take care of her husband and their five children. Along with the pain of finding out about her husband's infidelity, Veron finds out that she has cervical cancer. Discover the truth about this alarming sickness among women through Veron's story. Witness how she found the strength to overcome and survive the hardest challenge she has ever faced in her life.
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Cecile is an 18-year old girl who fell in love with a city mayor named Roel. Despite their huge age gap and the disapproval of her family, Cecile was blinded by love and enamored by the lavish lifestyle that Roel has given her. However, things begin to change when Cecile got pregnant and Roel decided to hide her from everyone because of his political plans. What did Cecile have to go through when Roel left her for good? How did her family help her to accept her mistakes and devote all her love to her child?
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After he and his brother ran away from home, Rustie was exposed to different vices and crimes when he befriended other street children who learned to steal and use drugs. However, Rustie's life began to change when he met a street artist who inspired him to pursue his dreams of studying in a prestigious university. How did all the pain and hardships that Rustie had to go through help him succeed in achieving his goals in life? Where did he get the strength to move on from his past and change his own destiny?
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Having been spoiled by her parents since childhood, a sickly but bubbly Joanna grows up lazy, dependent, and resistant to doing household chores. So when she heads out on her own and starts to build a family, Joanna finds it hard to be the responsible wife and mother her husband Allan expects her to be. Her motherhood to her two sickly daughters is soon challenged when Allan loses his job. Joanna is forced to work all day long, not realizing that she is starting to neglect her children. Joanna starts to become money-oriented and later on accepts her aunt's free education offer and enrolls herself in a caregiving institution. In hopes of a brighter future for her children, she indecisively flies to Kuwait and takes a domestic job offered by her all-around housemaid mother-in-law based there. Away from her own children, Joanna endures a disparate life as an all-around nanny to two Kuwaiti children. As the days pass, Joanna forms a tight bond with her employer's children, who eventually adapt some Filipino values and love singing OPM songs with her. Meanwhile, she misses out on her responsibility as a mother to her own children. Her documented videos with the young Kuwaiti girls soon become viral online, causing her daughters to feel jealous and become distant to her. After four years of serving as a nanny and mother to her employers, Joanna then realizes the value of motherhood and decides to go back to the Philippines to make up for her own family.
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Tarik is a son who wanted to forget his past after his family broke apart and his mother Espie became severely depressed. An accident separated him from his mom, and Tarik tried to move on and forget all the painful and bitter memories of his childhood. But still, he felt incomplete and unfulfilled. Tarik's life eventually changed when he decided to make amends for his folly and searched for Espie in their province, where he met Rea, the woman who became the love of his life and the source of his strength.
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Despite the separation of his parents, Macky grew up feeling complete and happy because of the love of his mother Marciana and his stepdad Renato. However, all this changed when Marciana suddenly dies and Macky feels that Renato has never loved him as a real son. What kind of pain and hardships did Macky have to go through when he felt that he lost both of his parents? How did he and Renato find it in their hearts to forgive each other and rebuild the good relationship they once had?
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Rosa is a young woman who fell in love with a man who, unknown to her, is already married. Amidst her happy relationship with Boyet, Rosa's joy turned into pain and sadness when she discovered the secret of the man she loved the most. But despite knowing that it was a mistake, Rosa continued her affair with Boyet, who did everything to save their relationship. However, Rosa's conscience was put to the test when she found out that Boyet's legal wife, Cheche, was suffering from a serious kidney problem.
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Tess and Joey fall in love in college. Six years into their relationship, Joey decides to work in Baguio, while Tess decides to work in Bicol. For two years, the couple endured the long-distance relationship. Despite the distance, they already started discussing their marriage. However, Joey gets involved with another woman. Oblivious to her boyfriend's affair, Tess quits her job in Bicol to settle in Baguio with Joey in time for their wedding. One week before their wedding, however, Joey admits to the affair. Tess' world crumbles. She loses her trust in Joey and feels she can no longer push through with the wedding. Their wedding is canceled with one week to go and with everything already set. Tess moves to Manila to find a new job, wanting to forget Joey completely, while Joey, in his regret, looks for news on Tess. Tess focuses on her career. Joey, in the meantime, resolves to focus on fixing his life first before looking for Tess again. Destiny gives them a chance to meet, when Tess goes on a business trip to Baguio. Joey gets wind of Tess' business trip and plans to surprise her there. However, as Joey nears the hotel Tess stays in, the earth begins to shake. The shaking gets so violent that the hotel begins to crumble. Joey watches people stream out, hoping to find Tess among them. Tess is trapped inside, but manages to escape the rubble eventually. Joey keeps looking for Tess, who has already found refuge in a safe place. Joey does not give up until he finds Tess. They eventually meet and hug in shared relief. After the incident, Joey keeps contact with Tess even as she goes back to Manila. Joey begins to court her again. Tess gives him a second chance. Finally, they get married, using the same gowns and clothes they prepared for the wedding that they called off.
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Alyssa is a young woman who grew up living with her three old-maid grandmothers. Despite her love for them, Alyssa began to resent her grandmothers and decided to run away because they were over-protective and overly strict. Can Alyssa abandon the women who raised her and sacrificed their own dreams just to give her a better future?
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Ruby is a 31-year old woman while Engel is 14 years younger. As their friendship deepened, Ruby and Engel fell for each other despite their huge age gap. Fate, however, puts their relationship to test when Ruby got pregnant and Engel was forced to stop studying to face the responsibilities of being a teenage dad.
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Despite having difficulty walking, Efren tried to overcome his sickness and continued to pursue his dream of becoming part of his school's track-and-field program. What challenges did Efren have to face in the biggest race of his life? Where did he get the strength to face his fears and doubts?
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Zyra is a teenager who has a lot of bad experiences in love. When she entered college, Zyra had her hopes up once again to find the man of her dreams when she met Arnie, her schoolmate who is openly gay. Because of his sexual preference, Arnie shocked everyone when he confessed that he has developed feelings for Zyra. What did Zyra and Arnie do to prove to everyone that their love is real?
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Life has always been hard on Aurora and her sons Mark and Michael. It even reaches a point where Aurora is forced to have Mark adopted by a barangay catechist to give him a better life. Because of this, Mark grows reserved and aloof from his mother and brother until he leaves for Cebu to pursue his studies. While he is away, Mark learns that Aurora has left for Manila for no reason, convincing Mark that she has abandoned him and Michael. This triggers hate in Mark's heart, which motivates him to fulfill his dream of being a seaman. How long can Mark stay mad at his own mother? How will things change once he learns that Aurora has been suffering from breast cancer? Will his dreams of becoming a seaman outweigh the need for him to care for his ailing mother?
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Anygma, a young man who is ready to do everything for his girlfriend Mary. When Mary's uncle threatened to ruin their relationship by not paying for her tuition and sending her back to the province, Rolland sacrificed most of his earnings just to be able to finance Mary's last year in college. However, Rolland and Mary's relationship began to turn sour when she decided to leave Rolland to work abroad. How did Rolland face all the pain in his heart when Mary broke his heart after all the sacrifices he did for her? Will he give Mary and their love a second chance when she returns for him?
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With a spirited attitude and a more positive outlook in life, Maritess, did everything she could to show her son Jeremy how much she loved and cared for him. What challenges did Maritess have to face to prove herself as a parent? How painful was it for her to see her own son embarrassed by her?
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Momar, Ram-Ram, and Jupiter meet each other at Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology where they are enrolled and are members of the same student organization. The three quickly hit it off because of their highly spirited personas and love for dancing. Later on, the the three would also share to each other their problems at home, and it would make their relationship even stronger as they get to know each other more. Through dancing at night clubs, wearing of cosmetic products, and doing laundry together, their friendship is full of happy moments. That is until they are taken as hostages by the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) on September 9, 2013. During the siege, the three witness other hostages die in front of them, and become part of a human barricade while military men and rebels are firing their guns. However, even though Momar, Ram-Ram, and Jupiter are in these life threatening situations, they still find time to crack jokes that would make other hostages laugh - eliciting relief from a place where they could lose their lives any hour. The three are also assigned to cook meals for the hostages and rebels alike. After 8 days in captivity, the three, along with the other hostages, are rescued by the military. After their struggles, the three grow to be more loving to the important people in their lives despite the pain they have caused them. Up to this day, the three remain friends.
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Elha is born with a natural talent and fondness for music. When her mother Lucy discovers that the three-year old Elha can sing, Lucy encourages her further by letting Elha sing in their karaoke machine. Digna, Lucy's employer for more than 20 years whom Lucy considers her older sister, starts training Elha so she can improve her singing. Elha enthusiastically listens to everything her aunt Digna teaches her from proper breathing to reaching high notes. At 6, Elha starts joining auditions for several reality talent competitions on TV but fails to make it past the first level of auditions. When Elha starts school, her singing talent is discovered and she starts joining vocal solo competitions for elementary students. Winning for the first time inspires Elha to dream of becoming a professional singer. Aside from Digna and Lucy's support, Elha is also inspired by her father Obet's dream to see his daughter singing on TV. The father and daughter bond by singing their favorite songs and watching their favorite artist on "The Voice Kids." However, Elha's dream is put on hold with the sudden death of her father. Being the eldest daughter, Elha thinks of ways to help her mother with their finances and starts selling banana cue on the streets of Kamuning. But Elha does not turn her back on singing as she now sings for her banana cue customers. One fateful day, Elha meets voice coaches Ryan and Edison who are impressed with her one-of-a-kind singing talent and offer her free training in their studio. Elha rediscovers her voice and regains her passion for pursuing her dream of becoming a singer. Amid her grief over her father's unexpected passing, Elha joins the audition for the second season of "The Voice Kids" with renewed confidence and a newfound inspiration. Despite not being the show's early favorite and strongest contender, Elha proves that hard work and persistence along with her innate love for singing are the most important values that help her achieve her dream as she is declared the grand winner of "The Voice Kids Season 2."
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Prima and Teddy grow up together in the late 40s, being neighbors in Tanay, Rizal. Teddy is a jokester and enjoys being the center of attention. Prima in the other hand is a smart, tough girl, Teddy does not easily impress. However they grow up good friends. Their friendship slowly turns into romance, as they grow up. However, Teddy decides to join the US Navy, because of circumstances at home. When Teddy returns, he asks Prima to marry him, however she turns him down, to finish her studies. This pushes Teddy to marry in the states, to an American woman. This hurts Prima, who wanted him to wait for her. They live their own lives apart. Prima marrying twice, and also ending up in the states. Teddy on the other hand becomes a dedicated family man. However, both Teddy and Prima are unable to forget each other over the years but do not completely reconnect. They both become widowed, and Teddy pursues a romance with Prima once more. They finally reunite after almost 50 years of separation. Teddy and Prima marry each other at the respective ages of 74 and 72.
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For several years, Noel has been homeless after he decided to run away from his family who could not accept his homosexuality. At age 66, however, he found a house to stay in the family of Yolly. Noel became very close to them especially to Yolly who would run to him for financial, emotional and moral support. An orphan herself, Yolly found a confident and parent in Noel when she's having problems with her drunkard husband Joseph. Their closeness then became the cause of Joseph's jealousy. Despite the kindness he is showing, Noel continued to hear hurtful accusations from Joseph that prompted him to just run away. Will they see Noel again? What will Noel do that will make Joseph have a change of heart?
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At an early age, Monica joined singing contests in her province. Together with her mother Myrna, who is also a singer, they would perform at wakes, birthday parties, and other events. She was only eight years old when she ended up under the care of her aunt Ethel after her mother succumbed to cervical cancer. To support her schooling, Monica peddled rice cakes and ice candies. To attract more customers, Monica serenaded them with her sweet voice. In 2010, Ethel convinced her to join ABS-CBN's talent search "Star Power" where she finished 2nd runner-up. It opened doors for her to begin the career she had always wanted and also gave her a taste of the show business. But at 15 years old, Monica got caught up with the lifestyle and tried to fit in by putting on a new persona, which affected her personal relationships with some people closest to her. As offers and gigs started to dwindle, Monica returned to Ormoc and resumed her normal life. Until one day, opportunity knocked once more.
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Leni was only five years old when her very own father Ramon raped her. He was proven guilty of the crime and got convicted. Six years after, however, Ramon obtained pardon and went back home, leaving Leni worried for the safety of her younger sister Aileen. Just as she suspected, Ramon did start doing lascivious acts on the innocent 17-year-old girl that eventually led to rape. Aileen, feeling very helpless, ran away and kept the shattering experience all to herself. When Leni found out about what happened, she bravely searched for Aileen. Fate found a way for them to be back in each other's arms until another difficult ordeal unfolded once more- Aileen got impregnated by her own father. How will Aileen take this news? How will this affect Leni, who blames herself for not being courageous enough to protect her sister?
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At a young age, Rommel was physically and verbally abused by his stepfather Rogelio who cannot accept his child's sexual preference. Unfortunately, his mother Leonor wasn't able to defend him from the violent ways of her partner. At eleven years old, Rommel ran away from home and lived on the streets where he felt a sense of belongingness. However, he becomes a victim of a syndicate that prostitutes children to Arab men. Luckily, Rommel was able to escape and returned home. Unfortunately for him, things did not change and he still felt unloved. He then decided to work hard and grew up to be a very successful man. With his new found strength and success in life, can he also find it in his heart to forgive his stepfather and mother for their wrongdoings?
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Abigail and Amabelle are fraternal twins. Abigail has white, fair skin while Amabelle has a darker skin. The two grew up to be close as sisters and friends, until they reach high school where their differences became more pronounced. Abigail is favored by suitors and teachers because of her looks, while Amabelle always excels in class. As time passes by, the two became envious of each other's distinct qualities. Abigail has always wished that she is as smart as Amabelle, while Amabelle wished she has Abigail's face. The competition between the two of them in their home and in school started a rift and caused jealousy between the twin sisters, especially with Amabelle who sees Abigail being more favored over her. How will the relationship of the twins be affected by their jealousy? Will they go back from how close they used to be?
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Trevor has been stuttering when he speaks since age three. He grew up in an environment that discourages him from speaking. Because of this, he develops skills in writing stories and poems. When he entered college, Trevor fell in love with Emma and so they secretly became a couple. He found comfort with the girl, and his stuttering disappeared. Unfortunately, the day came when Emma decided to break up with Trevor and told him to delete their photos and proof that they became a couple.
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Ashley is a six-year old child who suffers from two diseases: bone marrow cancer and a rare skin disease called epidermolysis bullosa. However, despite these struggles, Ashley remains optimistic while undergoing treatment. Unfortunately, Ashley's condition caused a rift between her mother Jennifer and her grandmother Cleofe. The grandmother takes care of the sick child because Jennifer does not have the heart to see her daughter suffer from her diseases. Aside from that, it is Cleofe's way of making up for her daughter whom she neglected in the past. Will Jennifer learn to be bold in taking good care of her own daughter? Will Cleofe and Jennifer patch things up for the sake of Ashley?
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Sima is a caring and thoughtful mother but at the same time very strict and harsh when disciplining her children Nine, Pau, Aaron and Adet. Thus, the four grew up distant from and fearful of her. This hurts Sima so much and makes her feel useless. Adding up to her worries is their financial instability. One day, Sima decides to end it all and hangs herself. How will the children deal with her death? How will they move on from the tragedy?
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Being the eldest of four children, Bert is the pride and joy of Aquil and Delia, both public school teachers based in Aklan. At an early age, he already aspires to be a teacher like them someday. When Bert turns six, his family experiences their first tragedy, the accidental demise of Aquil due to poisoning. A determined Delia singlehandedly raises Bert and her other children and inspires them to reach for their dreams. Taking a leap of faith, Bert becomes an educator and returns to his hometown in Aklan to teach at his elementary alma mater. Bert and Delia strengthen and nurture their bond as mother and son after they become co-teachers in the same school. Inclined in the performing arts, Bert starts his career with enthusiasm, eventually branching out into coaching students for oral competitions in and out of school. He even goes beyond his duty as a teacher and acts as a second father to his students, helping them financially and emotionally. In 2005, Dennis, his uncle who worked as an OFW, comes to live near their house after acquiring a rare neurological movement disorder called X-linked Dystonia Parkinsonism or XDP. Tragedy strikes in 2013 when strange symptoms similar with Dennis' manifest in Bert, slowly affecting his teaching duties and everyday life, like slurring in his speech, laborious walking, and difficulty in handwriting. After unsuccessful attempts to counter the symptoms through alternative means, Bert finally consults a professional. A series of tests and tracing his family's history commence and ends in a harrowing confirmation: he has XDP. Throughout his ordeal, Bert gathers emotional and spiritual strength mostly from Delia, who took it upon herself to care for him thoroughly, even as she nears her senior years. Hope is not lost with Bert, however, if he can undergo Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) treatment. His XDP symptoms may be lessened and he can get back to his beloved teaching life. The challenge of gathering financial support for the operation is still at hand, and Bert hopes it will be achieved before it is too late.
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Rolando (10) grows-up in Pampanga, amidst the culture of parol making. As a child, he helps make the giant lantern of Barangay Del Pillar, his hometown. More than the parols of Pampanga, he loves the Christmas season with his family and his neighborhood. However, as he grows older, parol making takes a backseat in his life. He finds a job in Saudi, where he works as a butler and entertainer to the palace. Rolando (21) feels extremely lonely in Saudi, especially during the Christmas season, which is not celebrated in Saudi. He is also unable to be with his family, when his sister grows sick and dies. During his third year in Saudi, Christmas is especially lonely, since he spends it away from his family and his new bride Renita. He thinks of the giant lanterns of Pampanga, and the feeling of wanting to go home intensifies. With the light of the giant parol and the thought of seeing them with his family in mind, he goes home, for good. Rolando and Renita build a family together, having a hard time making ends meet, but happy to be together. Rolando (30) ends up going back to the parol making trade, which he struggles with at first. He gets two apprentices to help him, and to pass the trade to. The turning point of his success was when Rolando (40) was chosen to make the parols to light up the devastated streets of San Fernando, Pampanga, after the lahar in 1995. Like the giant parol that brought him home, he hopes his parols will bring Kapampangans hope to their hometown. This is the turning point of his career, and his success in the parol industry continues to flourish, earning him the monicker Parol King.
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Resty was in high school then while Charito just finished college when they became lovers. Despite having a five year age gap and despite the disapproval of Charito's family, the two still followed their hearts and continued their relationship. They eventually elope and Resty works hard to prove that he can be a good provider for the family he and Charito will build. As years pass, Charito's family learns to accept Resty but little did the couple know that the ultimate test for their love is yet to come.
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Pablo considers himself lucky for having a happy home with two loving parents, Benjamin and Rita. All is well until Simon, a stranger who has nowhere to go, comes and finds shelter in their home. With Simon living with them, Pablo starts to notice strange things happening in their home, including Rita treating her husband critically. One night, Benjamin is found dead, and through a Manobo ritual, they find out that Simon is behind Benjamin's death. They soon discover cult items in Simon's belongings that Pablo's relatives say Simon used to put Rita under a love spell. How will Pablo save his family from falling apart? Can Pablo still make her mother forget Simon?
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Because of poverty, Miho's mom, Mercedes works as an entertainer in Japan. There, Mercedes meets Takagi, an old Japanese man who promises to give her and her family a better life if she marries him. Though Mercedes does not love him, she marries him because of money, only to find out that Takagi is actually penniless. After five years of marriage, Mercedes finally ends her relationship with Takagi. Soon, Mercedes falls in love with Benny who also promises her a better life. A year later, Mercedes and Benny have their first born, Miho. Mercedes discovers that Benny has mistresses and she decides to end their relationship. Because of her two failed relationships, Mercedes vows to protect and take care of Miho so she will not grow up like her. She also becomes a very strict mother to her daughter. To make ends meet, Mercedes works again as an entertainer all day, making her unable to attend to Miho's needs. Due to her mom's absence and strict upbringing, Miho rebels against Mercedes. She learns to smoke, drink, and even to shoplift. Making things worse, Miho gets pregnant. It pains Mercedes that Miho ended up just like her. Still, Mercedes accepts her daughter wholeheartedly. When Miho gives birth to her daughter, Aimi, she finally realizes the sacrifices her mom has done for her. Miho also vows to take care of and raise Aimi the way her mom raised her. In the end, Mercedes and Aimi become Miho's inspiration in joining Pinoy Big Brother 737 where she becomes the Big Winner.
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In a younger age, Lyn is trying to face all the challenges in life. From the death of his father until his early motherhood. Her dream is to be a lawyer but Lyn chose to work in Dubai in providing the needs for her children. Unfortunately, Lyn was cheated by her eligibility sponsor promised a job in Middle East.
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Sashi is a transgender woman who recently broke up with her boyfriend of more than two years after the guy decided to ditch her for a woman. She falls in love with Rex but doesn't know that he is still in a relationship with his longtime girlfriend Fats. Both Sashi and Fats don't want to give up Rex and choose to stay in a relationship with him. Rex on the other hand, wants the two to simply accept each other as he is unable to make a choice between them. How will Sashi and Fats deal with this improbable twist? Will they ever get along with each other? Who will Rex choose in the end?
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The story accents the truth and inspiration behind Maria Leonor "Leni" Robredo's charismatic smile and seemingly unenergetic psyche. The eldest of three, Leni grows up in a middle class and uncomplicated family in which her professional parents impose independence and diligence on them. She passes on the same values to her own family with the well-loved former Department of Interior and Local Government secretary and Naga City mayor, Jesse Robredo. A low-key political wife and lawyer, Leni is single-minded about keeping the family away from the mess of politics, acting like a shield to their family, especially to their three daughters. But the tables turn after the sudden death of her husband Jesse in a plane crash in 2012. Leni rises to national spotlight and routes dynasty when she is elected as congresswoman of the third district of Camarines Sur. Sociable with the grassroots, she takes the train and the bus to Naga every weekend, and wears slippers when she walks on streams and mountains to listen to her constituents every week. Meanwhile, she is like no other when it comes to juggling her roles as a public servant and as a mother. But all these are put to test when Leni, though reluctant at first, realizes her bigger responsibility for the country and decides to run for vice president of the Philippines under the Liberal Party. However, her daughters are reluctant about her vice presidential bid because they are wary of the inevitable attacks that could be launched against her and their family. Believing that there will be no inclusive growth until decision-making involves people on the ground; Leni waits for the approval of her treasured ground-her daughters. Soon, her daughters realize her indomitable capacity as a woman that can nurture not just their family but also their countrymen. Being the lone woman in the 2016 vice presidential race, Leni aims to break the stereotypical portrayal of women and continue the legacy of governance that her husband started.
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Ernesto has always known that he is gay since he was young, but has not come out because of fear of his father. He hides it and lives like any other ordinary boy. However, he meets Jonna and falls in love with the young lady and eventually becomes her boyfriend. Eventually, Ernesto is forced to leave Jonna in the province when his family decides to move to Manila. Having found the freedom to express himself, Ernesto finally reveals his true identity, undergoes a grand transformation, and becomes Barbie. As Barbie, he meets Jason and makes him forget about the love he once had for Jonna. But Ernesto soon decides to end his relationship with Jason after he learns he is just using him for money. After two years, Ernesto's family comes back to their province and as Barbie, he once again meets Jonna. How will Jonna accept that the man she loves is actually gay? Can they rekindle the love they once had? Is Jonna's love enough to change Ernesto?
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Raised in a lower class family, a boyish Judy grows up idolizing her hardworking parents who are supportive of her education and her interest in taekwondo. But one day, Judy's mother runs into a holdup and gets injured, marking the only time Judy sees her tough mother shed tears. Wanting to seek revenge for her mother's mishap, Judy takes up criminology in college, where she meets the man who then captivates her heart, Edmund. After graduating from college, Judy builds a family with Edmund and from then on would juggle her duties as a mother and a public servant. Until one night, Judy is tested when their one-year-old baby suffers from a high fever while she is on duty, and promises to attend to her son as soon as she gets home. However, on a bus on her way home, Judy runs into a holdup aboard the bus and is forced to stand up to foil the crime. How will this incident affect Judy's relationship with Edmund, as well as their family?
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Tommy (17) grows up in Long Beach, California, to a Filipino family. His mother, Shirley (30s), is divorced to his father because of his abuse, but remarries a kind Filipino man, Eric. Shirley is protective and caring towards her children. However, as they grow up, she becomes stricter and harsher, wanting them not to be lead astray. Tommy becomes suffocated by Shirley's way of disciplining. When he enters high school, he starts to reason out against Shirley, and their relationship is further strained. Tommy runs away because of the stress in the family, but continues to go to school to prove that he can be responsible for his life. Shirley is worried, but due to pride, she can only ask after Tommy from his brother. Tommy, on the other hand, realizes what he took for granted at home, as he takes shelter in the houses of his friends. Shirley eventually finds Tommy and they reconcile, coming to acknowledge the wrongs of each other. Tommy is given the chance to decide his own future and is supported in his decision to go back to the Philippines to become an actor. In the Philippines, he starts by becoming a model. He experiences several trials, almost wanting to give-up and go back. But he remembers the support of his mother and family, which keeps him going.
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As a kid, Rafael dreamt of becoming a teacher. His stepfather thought it would be better for him to work than study. But, Rafael would find ways to continue his studies. After clashing many times with his stepfather, Rafael's mother asked his sun to run away from home after graduation. He went to Manila to seek a better future. But life was not so easy. Unable to continue his studies, he worked as a security guard to support his own family, and for years forgot about his dream to become a teacher. Until one day, his life got threatened in a robbery, making him realize that he did not want to die with unfulfilled dreams. He then went back to the province to become a tricycle driver, and saved enough money to go to college. He pursued a course in education and became a full-fledged teacher.
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While working in Hong Kong as a domestic helper, Filipina widow Evelyn met Beth, a fellow overseas worker from Indonesia. The two women soon found a sister in each other as they became each other's confidant when Evelyn struggled with his abusive employer and Beth with his deteriorating marriage with a Filipino man. When Evelyn's contract ended, Beth decided to go with her to the Philippines and start a new life because she did not want to go back to her family in Indonesia and tell them about her failed marriage. Evelyn welcomed Beth to her home and accepted her as part of her own family, but after a years, Evelyn decided to work abroad again in Singapore to support the needs of her three growing children. Beth then willingly took up the role of second mother to Evelyn's kids. This is just one of the many challenges including illness faced by Evelyn and Beth, whose friendship would last until they grew old, proving that friendship goes beyond race and culture.
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Married couple Alan and Liza live a normal and comfortable life. Their three children Ana, Jane, and Ryan live mostly by themselves as they are all grown-up and have families of their own. Their quiet life is shattered when Alan and Liza are kidnapped by a group of rebel men. Liza escapes, while Alan is brought to Basilan as a captive. The ensuing months prove to be the family's greatest trial as the rebel group asks for an impossible amount in exchange for Alan's freedom. Liza and Ryan almost give up on the hope that Alan will return, while Ana and Jane continue with the negotiations. Alan, on the other hand, continue to live day to day in captivity, longing to return to his family. How will the incident impact their lives as a family? Will the rebels ever free Alan from captivity?
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Nonito's childhood was mostly miserable. Aside from always getting mocked at school because of his small stature, he also got beaten up by his grandfather whenever he would do something wrong. Soon enough, his father brought him, together with his other siblings, to the US, but the bullying worsened because people hit him at school. At age 11, he started training for boxing only because of his father's encouragement, until he became a professional boxer at 18. But he then quit boxing when he discovered that his father was having an illicit affair, only to go back to it upon his mother's request. Nonito reunited with his father until another serious disagreement arose between them, when his father expressed his disapproval of Nonito's relationship with Rachel.
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People around Mia and NJ always thought they were perfect for each other when their love story began in college. The two experienced a fantastic first year together, until Mia's father died and NJ had to undergo a serious back operation. Although the two did not leave each other's side and remained strong through these challenges, they started to treat each other critically, and eventually started fighting constantly. Months after, their relationship came to a brutal end. Until one day, Mia and NJ decided to meet again after a long time. Will the two be willing to overcome the bitterness of their past to care for each other again?
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Barbie grows up in a simple family with her mother, Marilyn, and maternal half-brother, Bryce. Marilyn takes on the responsibility of being the family's sole provider by putting up a sari-sari store, a barbecue stand, and by selling clothes from Divisoria. They live along the railways. Growing up Barbie faces the judgment of others, about her strange situation in life. She begins to long more for the acceptance of others, especially of her father. This causes conflict between her and her mother, who wishes her to be proud of what they have and what she can achieve. Barbie's search for acceptance leads her to Big Brother's doorstep, which she qualifies for. She is the first evictee. But throughout her journey she realizes that more than the acceptance of others, she first has to accept herself. She returns to her mother's side, being proud of her relationship with her mother, more than anything else.
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Yolly is a mother who will do anything and everything for her children, four of whom have disorders. Yolly and her husband dream of having children of their own and build a family. Unfortunately, their genes are incompatible. Their firstborn has Down syndrome, while their second and third babies suffer from cerebral palsy. Despite the misfortune that has befallen their children, the couple loves them like they are normal children, like their fourth child who turns out to be the only one without physical and or mental disability. When Nick leaves to work overseas, Yolly is left with the responsibility of taking care of the children. While Yolly has accepted the fact that she is the mother of four disabled children, she isn't able to embrace the successive deaths of her two children. This is the fact that has made her despondent while holding on to her two other children, one of which also has disability.
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Rasul has always dreamed of becoming a soldier. But his life takes a sudden turn when he is separated from his mother and is forced, together with his brother Roseller, to live with their father's second wife. In a barangay in Pikit, Cotabato, Rasul and Roseller are exposed to myriads of armed men and even children their age who are members of a rebel group. At seven, Rasul is encouraged to join their group, starts training, and learns to fight for the group's ideology. After five years, Rasul is about to become a commander. But his mother suddenly appears to offer him and his brother a better life.
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Rommel grows up with his biological mother Mila, his biological father Rody, and his father's wife Bita. He was teased by his friends because of his family's non-traditional set-up but both Mila and Bita assure Rommel that he is lucky to have two mothers. Aside of being confused over the complicated relationship of his parents, Rommel accept Mila and Bita to become his both mother. But things take a dark turn when his father's abusive behavior leads to Bita's decision to flee their complicated situation.
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Jeremiah and Samson grow-up close as brothers, with Samson the older of the two. Samson is happy-go-lucky and friendly, while Jeremiah is serious and quiet. Growing into teenagers, they start their very first experiences with love. Samson is a persistent admirer, openly courting, and unrelenting despite being frequently rejected. Jeremiah, on the other hand, is more reserved, shy, and is always pushed by his older brother to make a move. As Jeremiah (19) enters the same college as his brother, they have a gentleman's agreement. They are not to meddle in each other's love interests and they are most definitely not allowed to court the same girl. Jeremiah, who is a strict rule abider, respects this agreement. While Samson is quick to bend it, Samson compares Jeremiah's love interest to his own, a fellow Law student named Fe (21). Samson is open with his courting of Fe. Almost every day, he gives her gifts, poems, but Fe rejects him every time. Despite this, Samson still encourages Jeremiah to be open about his feelings, like him. However, a tragedy occurs. Samson dies in an accident. Jeremiah takes away from this, his brother's challenge to be more open about his feelings. He starts courting the girl he has feelings for more openly. Years pass, and Jeremiah (27) further matures. He reconnects with Fe (29), whom he had grown a slight resentment to, due to her rejection of his brother. He falls in love with her, and decides to court her, thinking that their gentleman's agreement is no longer valid. Despite Fe's rejection, Jeremiah persists like his brother, until Fe comes to love him back.
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Patma is a bright young girl who beams with positivity despite being born in a poor family. A consistent honor student, Patma also works at the market to help her struggling family. Seeing fellow Muslim kids in her neighborhood who do not go to school, she dreams of becoming a teacher in hopes of helping them someday. However, tragedy strikes as Patma's neighborhood is destroyed by a fire, including her school and her family and others evacuate to her former school because they have nowhere to go. After her family has lost everything, Patma's mother also loses hope and even discourages Patma from dreaming of a better life. It also does not help her that the kids at her new school bullies her for being a Muslim. How will she remain optimistic and driven even when her own mother urges her to forget about her dreams?
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Christina was happily engaged and was ready to settle down with her long-time boyfriend Jay. Unfortunately, Jay, whom Christina considered the love of her life, suddenly broke off the engagement leaving Christina devastated and depressed. One day, Christina's friends invite her to join them in their pole dancing class. It was a difficult experience to begin with as Christina struggles to do pole dancing right but then she realizes that pole dancing has become a distraction from her heartache. After spending more and more time on pole dancing classes, Christina and her friends decided to have their own pole dancing company - Polecats Manila. However as Christina's life seems to be turning around, she accidentally runs into her once ex fiancée reminding her of her painful past. Will Christina fall back to depression? Will Christina and Jay rekindle the flame of their relationship?
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Due to poverty, Juan did not get the opportunity to finish his schooling and promised himself that when the time comes, he will do everything to give his own children a proper education. But raising a family proved to be difficult for him and wife Melissa. Despite Juan working two jobs, making ends meet was impossible for the couple, forcing Melissa to look for work and ended up working far away from their kids. After some time, Juan does not hear from Melissa anymore and later finds out that she has been seeing someone else. Making matters worse, a storm devastates Juan's home, leaving him with the difficult decision to live in a cave. His kids are forced to walk four kilometers a day to go to school and have to endure insults from their classmates for their living environment. What will Juan's shame of his family's situation lead him to do? Will Juan ever fulfill his promise to give his kids a bright future?
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Caitie is the first daughter of married couple Tine and Jayjay. The couple met when both were rebuilding their lives from failed relationships and suddenly found themselves in each other's arms. Seeing each other as life partners, they planned to get married and to have children. To the couple, the birth of Caitie made their union perfect and as it stood were both very happy on the day they first laid eyes on Caitie. When Caitie was three years old, symptoms of a mystery illness began surfacing such as rashes all over her body. In a span of three months, Caitie had to be confined in three different hospitals as doctors could not seem to diagnose her condition. Jayjay felt responsible for Caitie's condition due to his family's medical history, while Tine felt so lost that she already thought of ending their marriage. Consumed by hopelessness, they shared Caitie's story online to find support. An overwhelming response came their way and Caitie came to be known as Courageous Caitie.
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Naning (11) is a resolute young girl who holds a determination to study regardless of being homeless and being adopted by Sallie (48). All her life she lives in a pavement in Quiapo. Naning finds out her true identity when she overhears Sallie talking to the neighbors about how her true mother, Christina abandoned her. She meets Christina and realizes that Christina will not be able to raise her. During that time Naning's foster parents, Sallie and Bong (50) begin to quarrel because of Bong's infidelity. From here on, Sallie neglects to look after Naning and her sister. Naning perseveres anyway, and continues to go to school and to work for her and her sister. She dreams to finish college and hopes someday she will take her family out of the streets and into their very own home. Throughout all of this, Sallie (52) picks herself up from her depression, and starts to become a worthy mother to her children. Years pass, Naning (15) steps into high school, she becomes more independent and able to get a scholarship to support her studies. However, Naning accepts the fact that she might be unable to go to college because of their situation in life. Help comes unexpectedly from a photographer, who took pictures of her while she is studying on the sidewalk. Later, it becomes viral in social media and encourages from unknown sponsors. Through their help, Naning (19) is able to study at the Lyceum of the Philippines University Manila. Sallie (56) supports her daughter throughout her studies in any way she could, however she admits to herself that Naning's education they owe to the perseverance Naning showed, and the sponsors who were inspired by her daughter. Despite this truth, Naning believes that she wouldn't be strong and determined without the constant support of her mother. Thanks to Sallie, Naning had a home even in the ever changing streets of Quiapo.
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June and Jess are the perfect example of identical twins as they not only look like each other but also act the same way. Sporting the same hairstyle, sharing the same taste in fashion, and using the same personal items, there isn't anything that can tell them apart. The two sisters share a strong relationship but had no idea that it will be put to the test once they enter college. Jess meets Luis (Ronnie Alonte) and eventually falls in love with him. June had her doubts about Luis at first but as time passed Luis became close to her as well. In an unexpected turn of events, Luis suddenly confesses his true love for June and his plans to leave Jess to be with her instead. Will June give in to her feelings for Luis? Can Jess accept that Luis is leaving her for her own sister?
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Emily's father leaves their family for another woman when she was young. Growing up, she promises herself that she would not let her children experience what she has gone through when she builds her own family. But at 27, Emily gives birth to Cheska whose father also left her for another woman. A few years later, Emily finds a new love in Larry. They eventually got married and have two children. Larry also loves Cheska like his own child. Everything seems perfect until Larry becomes addicted to drugs and starts to terrify Emily when under the detrimental influence. Soon, Emily and her children leave Larry. But a few months later, Larry asks for forgiveness and promises to change for his family. Emily gives her husband another chance and lives with him though her children especially Cheska is against her decision. Larry becomes more violent and threatens to kill Emily and their children, so Emily decides to leave Larry again. One day, while Emily is out looking for money, Larry takes Cheska as hostage at their own house and eventually kills her. Cheska's death brings so much pain to Emily. She almost loses her will to continue living. But in the end, she realizes that she still has her two children and that she has to live for them.
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Pauleen is the daughter of Bernard from an affair out of wedlock. She was still a baby when her father left her under the care of distant relative Loling. Many years passed and Bernard has already moved on with his life together with wife Melda and their children. Until one day, Loling knocked on their door and returned Pauleen to them. According to Loling, Pauleen became an alcoholic and was also suspected of using illegal drugs after she learned that she was just adopted. Bernard saw this as an opportunity to correct the decision he reluctantly made and finally be a father to Pauleen. However, even under her care Pauleen seemed to revert to her old behavior and as Bernard realized, maybe even worse. Will Bernard find the appropriate help for Pauleen? Will Pauleen recover from her ill-state?
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A frustrated singer-songwriter, Jack (mid-30s) sees a bright future for his musically-inclined teen sons Marko and Niko when they competed in a local talent competition. With support from his wife Vivien (30s), Jack would teach his sons to hone their craft and would eventually form a full band (with dancers) that accommodates the entertainment needs of local and out of town events such as weddings, birthdays, and other occasions. Everything is going well until Jack starts an affair with one of the band's dancers, Lyca, an 18-year-old who was Marko's ex-girlfriend. When the cat came out of the bag, Vivien leaves Jack and the kids. Marko and Niko are crushed, and express their dismay to Jack in social media. The two also starts to treat Jack coldly during band rehearsals. However, Jack continues his affair with Lyca. One day, Niko confronts Jack which leads to the former almost hitting his son. That day, Jack realizes he needs to fix his family before it completely falls apart. Jack breaks up with Lyca, apologizes to his sons, and to Vivien. Vivien forgives Jack after the latter's several failed attempts, and so does Marko and Niko who are just happy again to see their family complete.
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Raymond grew listening to the radio as it was the only means of entertainment for them in Sultan Kudarat. Tuning-in on a daily basis, Raymond realized that he wanted to grow up and become a radio personality. In an unfortunate turn of events, Raymond was diagnosed with leukemia at a very young age. With the help of his mother Erlinda, Raymond recovered from this challenge which turned out to be just the first of a long line of medical illnesses. Raymond finally got his break when he was accepted to become a radio DJ for a radio station two hours away from his home and with the timeslot of 4 am. Having to deal with the stress of work while studying, Raymond's white blood cell count dropped so low that Erlinda had to force Raymond to stop working until he finished his studies. Will Raymond give up on his dream? Or will he prioritize his studies and health more?
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A neglected teenager Julia (16) resorts to joining beauty pageants and bikini opens in order to get her mother's attention. She mindlessly accepts a neighbor's offer to go to Zamboanga City to join a cultural dance group. However, Julia later finds out that she was fooled into a ploy to work as a sexy dancer, leading her to being a sex worker. A few months later, Julia meets Denise (22) a man-hater club dancer who provides for her parents. As they go through the challenges in their lives together, they develop deep friendship with one another. Julia finds an older sister in Denise and Denise finds a younger sibling in Julia. Their sisterhood further solidifies when Denise gets impregnated by a runaway, but receives warm and full support like no other from Julia. Almost a year later, Julia finds an opportunity in a high-end club in Cebu City for a much higher remuneration. Enticed by the apparent advantage, she invites Denise to come with her. Tension arises when some of their workmates soon learn of their plan and become interested correspondingly. Wanting to share their seemingly stroke of luck, Julia and Denise tag along the group to Cebu City to transfer to a bigger club. As the group arrives in Cebu City, a group of mariners seizes and turn them over to the custody of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to serve as a warning for qualified human trafficking. A year later, the two are officially arrested for the same crime. In spite of the arrest, Julia (26) and Denise (32) learn that sticking together will get them through all the adversities in their friendship.
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Siblings Analyn and Allan were born to wealthy couple Sulpicio and Luzminda. Throughout her childhood, Analyn lived a comfortable lifestyle as Sulpicio readily provided for his family. However, Luzminda suffered from epilepsy and was solely dependent on Sulpicio. What made matters worse was that Sulpicio hid his own medical condition which only became known when he suddenly passed away. Sulpicio's death hit the family hard, Luzminda suffered depression and Allan rebelled. The family wasn't also able to cope well because Sulpicio was the only breadwinner of the family. Having to now live a life of poverty, Analyn vowed to sustain the legacy of Sulpicio. Will Analyn be able to take care of her family?
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Jeany was an incoming college student when her mother Maria's eatery burned down leaving them with no source of income. One of her professors then suggested that she try joining pageants since these have monetary prizes that she can save for her education. With Maria's blessing, she began her journey into the pageant world. Jeany was doing very well in her pageant career until she learned some secrets that changed the whole game.
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Roselle (16) and Jerome (16) become best friends in high school. Because of their many similarities, the two become inseparable. Their friends would tease them about their closeness but they would always dismiss the idea of them having a romantic relationship. They always say they can't be more than friends. True enough, they soon both get into different romantic relationships. Roselle and Jerome's friendship gets tested when Roselle decides to distance herself from Jerome because her boyfriend gets jealous with their closeness. But still, their friendship prevails. Years pass, one day, Jerome and Roselle find themselves deeply in love with each other.
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Ilong (Philip Salvador) has been taking care of his grandson Gilbert (Jerome Ponce) ever since he was just eight months old after his mother Elang (Ella Cruz) left him to look for work in the city. Unfortunately, Elang fails to return to her firstborn after getting pregnant by another man. Since then, Ilong has worked so hard to provide for Gilbert, whose effeminate behavior he persistently shrugs off. Scared that his grandfather might not approve of his sexuality, Gilbert hides it from him and only openly expresses himself in school. Gilbert is about to enter college when Ilong starts losing jobs due to his old age and fails to provide for his grandson's education. What will Ilong do to send his grandson to school? How will Gilbert tell the truth to his grandfather who is a known tough guy in their community? Will his love for his lolo prevail?
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Amy (25) grows up in a family that frequently treated her badly. When she becomes a mother she vows to protect her children and ensure they never suffer like her. In her attempt to do so, she works abroad as a domestic helper. But when she leaves her family for Singapore, her marriage unravels, leaving her children to fend for themselves. Her eldest daughter Nelia (8), left behind in the Philippines, rises to the occasion and takes care of her younger siblings. While Amy works abroad, Nelia and her siblings suffer at the hands of their relatives. Despite their situation, Nelia (17) endures the suffering because in her mind she thinks her mother is also quietly suffering abroad to give them a better future. However, when a relative starts telling lies about Amy, making her out to be living the good life abroad by throwing herself at any man she meets, Nelia starts to doubt her mother. When she confronts Amy about the lies, Amy becomes hurt that Nelia would even believe the rumors. Unsatisfied with Amy's answers Nelia loses her motivation to do anything, and starts seeing her sacrifices as being done in vain. After a while the two reconcile, with the knowledge that mother and daughter have helped each other get so far, and continue to work together to achieve their dreams.
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Hidilyn (14) belongs to a poor family in Zamboanga City. Her childhood is filled with days of enduring a half-empty stomach. The worst of it is she feels that she never gets the attention and love she needed to get through her family's struggles. Her parents and siblings are always out, and she feels alone even when they are around. In 2002, she discovers weight lifting when she is roaming around the neighborhood and finds her cousins lifting branches of wood - they are being trained for an upcoming competition. She invites herself to their training sessions and she becomes addicted to the sport. Years pass, Hidilyn is able to compete locally and internationally, but still feels underwhelmed especially when she comes home because her parents and siblings don't seem to give her the affection that she craves for her entire life. They are only interested in what she bought for them from her out of town and country trips. Hidilyn feels sad because other people have started to recognize her for her outstanding skill in weight lifting, but to her family. In 2014, life becomes more difficult for Hidilyn (24). She experiences a series of misfortunes, including getting an injury, her coach being fired, being unable to compete for the ASEAN, and breaking up with her boyfriend. When she goes home that year, she does expect any sympathy from her family. However, they ask her how she is and her mother sheds tears because of what she is going through. She feels their love for the first time. From then on, it is Hidilyn who initiates a family bonding. Hidilyn has become sure of one thing: she would not wait for her family to express their love, she would also instead make an effort to express that love to her family.
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Josef (20s) is well known for his talent in singing, intelligence, flawless skin, and good looks. He earns money by singing in prestigious hotels. Luck has always been on his side. Because of his good looks he got ahead in life, and was a so-called "Golden Boy." He becomes used to getting what he wants. He begins using his power to judge and to humiliate others. But everything changes, when Josef (35) gets afflicted with Psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory skin disease. This turns his perfect world upside down. He loses his confidence, becomes miserable and a recluse. Everything he had disappears. Until a doctor friend makes him realize that he is more than his looks. Encouraged by this Josef uses his charismatic personality to help those like him who have psoriasis, and pioneers the Psoriasis Philippines support group.
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Since childhood, Bong (Albie Casiño) already knows that he likes boys but does not have the courage to come out to his father, Fernando (Mike Lloren). So when his father died, Bong decides to let his real self shine through, which his mother, Lolet (Malou De Guzman), fully accepts. Years later, Bong meets Nick (Neil Coleta) and eventually becomes his boyfriend. Even when Bong decides to go to Madrid to fulfill his dream for his family, Nick remains committed to him. Until one day, Bong finds out that Nick is already married to a woman. How will he cope with his heartache? What role will Carlos (Luke Jickain), a Spanish guy who falls in love with him, play in his life? What if he cross paths with Nick once again?
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At a young age, Joseph (Zaijian Jaranilla), together with his siblings, lived a life of chaos and uncertainty. They were born to parents Johnny (Joem Bascon) and Aida (Antoinette Taus) - both members of the New People's Army (NPA). He grew up fearing for their lives and always in hiding. Throughout all this, Johnny made sure that he instilled in Joseph the values of protecting others from the abuse of powerful individuals. For how long can they keep up with this? Will Johnny finally consider leaving his fellow NPA so as to give his family a safe and normal life? How will Joseph become part of the military, an institution he was made to believe are their enemies?
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Genesis (Sue Ramirez) is a loving child, who aspires to be an artist just like her father Isco (Michael Flores). Her paintings may be bright and full of colors, but her dull and dark life is a great contrast of her masterpieces. Her mother Emma (Sharmaine Arnaiz) disapproves of her love for art and sees it as a waste of time. Instead, she thinks it would be better to just focus on taking care of Taking (Nash Aguas), Genesis' brother with epilepsy. With the rejection she experiences, painting helps her ease her pain, making each of them a great part of her life. Soon, her mother is unexpectedly diagnosed with a chronic illness. Though it breaks her heart, Genesis makes a sacrifice of selling her priced masterpieces to pay the hospital bills and buy medication for her mother. Will she be able to prolong her mother's life through her paintings?
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Gellen (Ritz Azul) is a strong willed woman, who faces life's struggles head on. Determined to achieve her dreams, she works for a fast food restaurant to provide for her studies. There, she meets Jomz (Ejay Falcon), the man she has fallen in love with. It is love at first sight for her. Being the go-getter that she is, Gellen does everything for Jomz to notice her, but her love remains unrequited. However, little does she know that Jomz also has feelings for her, but just does not have the courage to court her. Despite this, Gellen does not give up and still pursues him. She makes an effort to see him and always be at his side. Will Gellen's feelings be enough to continue loving Jomz? Will he eventually have the courage to express his love to her?
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Malou (33) a caring, sensitive girl meets and falls in love with happy-go-lucky, and cheerful RJ (31). They marry, hoping for a bright future together. RJ starts to work in Abu Dhabi to provide for Malou and their daughter Arem. However in Abu Dhabi he suffers from cardiac arrest, and falls into a comatose. Malou and Arem rush to his side. Malou prays for RJ to be returned to her, promising to take care and love him in whatever state he is returned to her. RJ eventually recovers, but he isn't exactly the same man Malou fell in love with. Despite all the trials, Malou stays by RJ's side. Because no matter how many changes they face, their love remains the same.
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Gwen (Andrea) lives an extravagant life as part of a rich and influential political clan. But even with the fortunes she has, she still aches for the love and support of her mother, who does not seem to accept her, mainly because of her sexuality and failure to do good in her studies. After discovering her clan's corrupt and unjust practices, her then peaceful life was disrupted with the turn of events. Even if it's against her will, she eventually becomes one of the accomplices in her uncle's rape case, and for nine months, she, together with her uncle and men hide in the mountain. But as time passes by she is consumed by her conscience. Standing up for what is right, she submits herself to justice and chooses to suffer behind the bars of Correctional Institution for Women. How will Gwen live her new life in jail? Will she eventually get the love she has craved from her mother?
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Before Rina (Coleen Garcia) and Gabby (Xian Lim) fell in love, numerous misfortunes had struck Rina. In one of her stints while working abroad, she fell in love with the wrong man who got her pregnant and eventually left her. As a single mother, she kept her hopes alive and tried her luck in Dubai to provide for her daughter. However, several months into her contract, she was raped by her employer. Rina's sufferings didn't end there. Her dream of having a better life was crushed when she found out that she had acquired Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) as a result of the rape while she was recovering in the Philippines. On the verge of giving up on life, Rina accidentally met Gabby, a member of an HIV organization, and, like her, is also HIV-positive. After Gabby's wife died of complications from HIV, he and Rina became closer to each other as they tried to give color to each other's life. Eventually, their relationship blossomed from being friends to lovers. Will they be able to build the family they always dreamt of having? Will their love for each other be enough to face the struggles of their disease, including the judgment of others towards their relationship?
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At an early age, Awra or McNeal Briguela in real life, knew that he wanted to be like his idol Vice Ganda when would grow up. Even his parents believed that he could be an actor someday after seeing his gift in dancing, acting, and doing comedy. They have always been very supportive of his dreams and even his identity. But his happy family was shaken by the unexpected departure of his mother, Marivic (Aleck Bovick). His father Oneal (Janus Del Prado) was very devastated about the situation and even began neglecting his duties as a father to Awra and his siblings. The sudden change affected Awra very much, since he grew up knowing that his father was a loving and understanding man. How did Awra get through this tough trial in his life?
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Ever since he was a kid, Ramon (Yves Flores) has always been fascinated with rollercoasters and other theme park rides. He would even imagine himself trying out all the rides in their local carnival. Sadly though, his mother could not afford it so he improvised rides from his surroundings instead. As an adult, Ramon went to Manila and got a job in a popular amusement park. With sheer determination, hard work, and passion, he climbed up the ranks, got promoted, and eventually established his own company that manufactures Philippine-made amusement rides alongside his wife Annie (Loisa Andalio). Things were going so well until tragedy struck his family and his business. How did Ramon surpass all the ups and downs of his life's own roller coaster journey?
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Lorena (Claudine Barretto) and her husband Norberto (Dominic Ochoa) have always strived to build a prosperous family for their children. Through hard work, they were able to put up a successful chicharon, balut, and peanut business. Life seems to be going so well for their family until super typhoon Yolanda hit them. The devastating tragedy separated Lorena, Norberto, and their children from each other. How will Lorena and Norberto find each other and make their family whole again? How will they survive life's daily struggles as they continue to search for each other in the busy streets of the metro?
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Before being known as the 'Blind Balladeer of Bacolod,' Carl (Zaijian) had already fallen in love with music. At a young age, he knew that he had a great voice that dared him to dream to become a famous singer someday. However, it was not an easy road for him since any opportunity that knocked upon him fell short of his hopes. Unluckily, while trying to pursue a singing career, he got used by others for money. Subsequently, Carl began to lose his will to dream and succeed in singing. How did he regain his passion for singing that led him to the 'Tawag ng Tanghalan' stage?
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Blessed with beauty and brains and spoiled by her parents growing up, Lyka (Jessy) seems to have everything. However, Lyka still feels restricted in her actions, especially by her strict father. She finally experiences the freedom she has always wished for when she enters college. Influenced by her friends, she goes clubbing every night and enjoys hanging out with different rich guys who spoil her with extravagant things. She eventually begins to neglect her studies and learns to tell lies to her parents, and in the process loses their trust. One day, she meets Mike (Carlo Aquino), a policeman, who makes her realize the meaning of life and love. Will Mike efforts be enough to make a change in Lyka's life? Will she be able to regain her parents' trust?
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It is not a secret to many that before being known as the "Queen Mother," Karla had surpassed a lot of struggles in life. Karla used to enjoy a wealthy life until her grandfather, the one who provided for their family, suddenly died. This then forced her family to move from a private subdivision to the city proper in Tacloban. Despite the hardships in life, Karla remained determined to reach her dream of becoming a big star one day. She joined singing contests despite the strong disapproval of her mother, who urged her to stop from competing to avoid criticism. Karla carried on with her singing until her efforts paid off when she luckily got discovered in a music hub in Quezon City. She was then invited to join "That's Entertainment," unexpectedly skyrocketed to fame, and while at the top her career, got pregnant with her first child. How did she deal with her pregnancy and her career being at risk?
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Recho (John) is a brave and hardworking soldier serving in the Philippine Army, and a benevolent father to his two children, Angelique (Jane de Leon) and Lorenz (Bugoy Carino). Even though it is hard for him to juggle his duties as a soldier and as the head of his family, he tries his best to be there for his children. His life suddenly changes, however, when his marriage falls apart and he becomes a single father to his young girl and boy. How will Recho balance his military life and domestic life? Can he handle being both a dad and a mom to his children?
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Jeck (Enchong) live simple and happily with his parents in Cebu City. But it will change when his parents decided to work in America for a better future. He grows up without the guidance and care of his parents. Jeck feels sad and lonely, to ease loneliness, Jeck decided to use of drugs and alcohol with the influenced by his cousin. He is stealing things from their house to sustain his addiction. His parents know about this and decided to bring him in California. But Jeck uses drug again and alcohol because his parents have no time for them. In and out of the jail because he steals, burglarizes houses and defrauds credit card for his drug maintenance. His addiction left him penniless and homeless. Her mother sends him to a rehabilitation center until he recovers completely. He completely recovers and volunteers at a treatment facility.
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Sandra (Belle Mariano) and Mart (Zaijian Jaranilla) were childhood friends who only saw each other every summer. Time passed by and their friendship turned into romance despite their young age. Even after Sandra moved to Bulacan with her grandmother, the two remained in contact and in love. Things started to fade when Mart began neglecting his boyfriend duties to Sandra and even ignored her efforts to save their relationship. With high hopes for the future, Sandra decided to break up with him and left him a letter professing her love and her willingness to wait for him. Did they have a second chance at love? Did Mart realize that he still loved Sandra?
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Since his high school days, Tim (Ejay) is a carefree bachelor who only thinks of himself, while Jung Won (Sunny) is a Korean student and social worker assigned in an international NGO in the Philippines. Tim's perspective in life changes when he meets Jung Won and falls in love with her. Even if Jung Won focuses on her studies and in helping poor communities, Tim remains persistent just to get her heart. His efforts eventually pays off when Jun Wong finally reciprocates his love. Their relationship is going smoothly until Jung Won's decides to finish her studies in South Korea. Will this challenge mark the end of Jung Won and Tim's love story?
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John (Joshua) meets Aika (Julia) just as when she is recovering from a broken heart. He pursues her, but Aika is reluctant to start a relationship with him for fear of getting hurt again. She suppresses her feelings, until she can no longer deny that she has completely fallen for John. She gives their love a chance and her fear of being left behind disappears. The two are very happy together but not for long, because Aika gets diagnosed with leukemia. How will John and Aika deal with her illness? Will they continue what they have started? Who will fight until the end and who will give up?
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Isong (Jhong Hilario) is a barangay officer who turned into an active tipster for their local government, and his family. Despite their impoverished life, they, including little boy Ninin (Ynigo Delen), continues to have a a positive outlook in life. For Isong, his loyalty to his job would be able to secure his family's future and safety. However, their world will change in just a snap and their peaceful life will be disrupted when Ninin dies after getting hit by a stray bullet. Isong is filled with grief because he wasn't able to save his son. To make matters worse, his very own wife Marilou (Angel Aquino) blames him for their son's death.
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Life hasn't been easy for Marie (Jodi). She grew up with a dad who sells drugs for a living and a mom who maltreats her. One day, she elopes with her boyfriend in hopes of having a better life with him. Unfortunately, she is wrong and things only get worse especially after the man she loves sexually abuses her. With no one to lean on, Marie gets strength from her child and mom (Maureen Mauricio). To realize her dreams for her family, Marie agrees to bear a child with a married man in exchange of money. Will Marie really give up being a mother to an innocent child?
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Growing up in a poor family, Vin-zl (Erich Gonzales) strived hard to excel in her studies in order to give them a better life especially after her sister got pregnant. She promised herself that she would not end up the same fate as her sister's. However, her boyfriend Red (Geoff Eigenmann) unexpectedly got her pregnant that made her stop her studies. Nevertheless, her willingness to finish her studies didn't waver. Hence, after giving birth, her father and her husband supported her in continuing her studies. As she returns to school, how will she be able to balance being a student and being a mother to her daughter Vianca (Krystal Crooks) especially that she also needs to bring Vianca along with her to school?
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Bernard (Gerald) already knew that it was love the moment he laid his eyes on Cze (Kim). When they were young, Bernard secretly sent handmade love letters to Cze to express his admiration for her. The two eventually get acquainted with each other until Cze finds out that Bernard is her secret admirer. Bernard continues to pursue her, nonetheless, until they finally become a couple. Their relationship goes smoothly, until Bernard's father petitions him to go live with him in the U.S. At first, they try to continue their relationship, but their communication gets lost along the way. And in the long run, Cze gives up hopes of saving their relationship. Time passes by, and Cze meets Rico (Edgar Allan De Guzman) and gets pregnant with his child. Their parents then decide to get them married, but weeks before their wedding, Bernard returns to Cze's life. Will Cze still marry Rico? Is there still a chance for Cze and Bernard to be together again?
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Behind her happy disposition in life, Maymay grew up in an unideal family set-up. Her father left them when she was still very young while her mother decided to work in Japan to provide for her needs. She was practically raised by her grandparents who were the ones who filled the void in her heart. Maymay's world crumbled, however, when her beloved grandfather got hospitalized for his heart condition. This ordeal depleted the family's finances that even led to them selling their house just to sustain their everyday life. How did Maymay and her family coped in this very tough time? What prompted Maymay to join "PBB"?
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Being the only child, Mon (Mccoy) literally had it all. Everything he wanted was handed to him by his parents Lino (Christopher De Leon) and Mila (Tetchie Agbayani), which was why he grew up arrogant and very dependent on them. But his luxurious life was gone in a snap when their family's business folded. As if adjusting his lifestyle wasn't enough torture already, Mon's situation got worse as both of his parents died--- one after the other. How did he rise from all these challenges?
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Ever since Maya (Lorna) went to jail in 2008 for drug charges, her daughter Joy (Alexa Ilacad) has been a constant visitor in the jail facility where she's detained. This is how they get to spend time and bond with each other. Joy's regular visits, however, also pave the way for her to meet Rustom (Edgar Allan Guzman), a young inmate who captivates her heart and causes tension between her and her mother. Maya's anger grows when she learns that Joy chooses to be with Rustom when he transfers to Manila. Will the relationship of Maya and Joy be fixed? How will Maya help her daughter cope once she learns about her husband's infidelity after she gives birth?
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Having a family full of aspiring singers, young Noven (Khalil Ramos) grew fond of joining singing contests. His father Rey (Nyoy Volante) had been his number one supporter, being a singer himself. He believed Noven is the one who will alleviate them from poverty. As time passed by, however, Noven's interest in music changed, which caused misunderstandings between him and his father. Their gap grew even more when Noven questioned Rey's role as a father. But life didn't get any better for Noven. He even stopped his studies due to financial problems, and became a farmer in the same sugar cane plantation where his father works. How will Noven's relationship with his father fixed? What will inspire Noven to sing again? Will he get the support of his father when he joins "Tawag ng Tanghalan?"
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Ever since, Clara (Carmina) has been longing to feel the love and care of a father. That is why she becomes close with good friend Jun (Nonie Buencamino), who happens to be a married man. Knowing that her feelings for him may fall her into sin, Clara decides to stay away and explore opportunities abroad. As she returns, Clara reconnects with Jun. The two, however, can no longer stop themselves and finally give in to what they are feeling for each other. One night changes everything as Clara gets pregnant. Instead of staying away though, she opts to become the second wife so as to give her child a complete family. Until when will Clara tolerate being a mistress? What ordeal will change their lives forever?
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What Nanay Estrelita thought was just a simple "nervous breakdown" turned out to be schizophrenia, a mental disorder. With the help of the National Center for Mental Health, she was able to cure herself and stopped taking medications as soon as the symptoms were gone. Little did she knew that her sickness would recur, to the point that she physically abused her daughter, Princess (Jana Agoncillo). This prompted her husband Aurelio (Ronnie Lazaro) to take Princess with him and leave Estrelita on her own. How will Nanay Estrelita overcome this ordeal? How did she reunited with Princess? What will be the significance of Facebook in rebuilding her relationship with her daughter?
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Pia is a loving and caring child to her parents. Even though they strongly disapprove of her gender identity, Pia remains respectful of them. In the middle of her search to gain her parents' acceptance came a little angel in the form of Lester, a Filipino-German child left by his prostitute mother. For a person who was not fond of children, Pia saw Lester as an added burden to her many responsibilities. What will cause Pia's change of heart? Will Lester be the key to Pia's reconciliation with her parents? Will her gender identity matter to prove her worth as a mother?
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The first part this Saturday (May 20) tells the story from the vantage point of Teresa (Dimples), a mother whose child disappeared and was allegedly abducted by an unknown woman. Ever since her parents separated, Teresa wanted nothing but to have a happy and complete family. Despite the hardships in life, she and her husband Alfredo (Dominic Ochoa) strived hard to give their children what they needed and showered them with overflowing love and affection. One day, however, Teresa's youngest child Topher went missing and was believed to have been abducted. Teresa tried desperately to look for her son but to no avail. Little did they know that Topher was with a woman named Roma (Angel), who took the child with her to her hometown in Lanao. How did Teresa reunite with her son Topher? Why did Roma take the child? What's her version of the story?
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After viewers witnessed Idai's (Dimples Romana) vantage point of how she lost her child, it is now Samina's (Angel Locsin) turn to tell her side of the story about why she took Idai's little boy with her to Lanao in the second half of the special two-part episode of "MMK." Life had no direction for Samina or Roma Tarub before Topher (Ynigo Delen) came to her life. Her sister Aisah (Jane Oineza) knew this very well since she would always be the one to cover for her or take responsibilities for her actions. Despite all these, Aisah loved her sister dearly. As they grew up, they separated ways and started families of their own. Samina bravely faced the streets of Divisoria as a street vendor, while Aisah stayed in Lanao and had five children with her husband, the mayor's driver. A few years later, the two accidentally met in the most complicated situation. Aisah was with the driver of the mayor while Samina was waiting for Idai, the mother of Topher or Brombrom whom Samina adopted after seeing him wandering around in Divisoria. What happened in this unexpected reunion? Would Aisah get involved again in the topsy-turvy life of Samina? Did Samina really kidnap Topher?
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After being abandoned by their father, Pia (Liza) carried the responsibility of being the breadwinner of the family as the eldest among the siblings. She fearlessly entered the world of show business, where she started to accept modeling and acting stints. However, in the midst of her journey, her fighting spirit began to crumble as her acting career was not taking flight, while her fellow artists had already gone their way to stardom. But because of her family, she swallowed her pride and continued to accept minor roles. Just as when she started to get her groove back, her mother and stepfather decided to migrate to U.K. With a heavy heart, she supported their decision and tried to start a new life there. For years, she worked in a factory until she realized that that was not the life she wanted for herself. Hoping to have a better life, she went back to Philippines and gave show business another shot. What happened in her second try in show business? How did she come across the world of beauty pageants? What other challenges did she face in order to succeed in her dream?
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Rose (21) is overweight and dark skinned, not the ideal image of a beautiful girl. Although she comes to make many friends, she still could not get over her insecurities. She experiences heartbreaks because of her appearance. Until one day she and her friend create a fake facebook account using her beautiful cousin's picture. Through this account Rose experiences the life of a beautiful girl, all admiration and compliments.
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Many were moved by his selfless act but not many people know about the struggles tatay Ryan (Piolo) had to go through in life. A hardworking and loving father who wants nothing but to give his family a good life, Ryan had his dreams shattered when he suffered a stroke that paralyzed half of his body and also affected his speech. Instead of being the breadwinner of the family, he became more of a burden to them, especially to his wife Rosalyn (Isabelle Daza). At first, Rosalyn took care of him and understood his situation. However, she eventually got fed up and left him for another man. How did Ryan help himself and at the same time raise his two children?
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Tatay George (Ketchup Eusebio) was not born with a disability. In fact, he grew up as a strong and healthy kid. However in an early age, he was forced to work to prove himself to his father that caused his legs to be paralyzed. Amidst his condition, he remained to be a diligent student and pursued his studies. His drive to earn a diploma, however, was shattered when his very own father forced him to stop. George felt so bad that he left home and wandered the streets alone. How did he face life on his own? What inspired him to continue fighting in life? What prompted him to make his custom-made tricycle?
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Behind the famous designs of Rocky is a kid who longs for a complete family. A week after he was born, his mother left him with his alcoholic and womanizer father. As time passed, Rocky realized that he was gay and was more in touch with his feminine side. Because of this, he decided to leave his father behind to look for his mother. However, their reunion wasn't exactly how he pictured it to be. His mother, unfortunately, chose her new family over him and didn't even welcome him with open arms. Rocky was then left wandering the streets of Roxas Boulevard all by himself. How did he survive this ordeal? What paved the way for Rocky to enter the world of fashion and become one of the Philippines' pride today?
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Growing up in a simple, yet happy family where eating together is the highlight, Marie Julieta (11), third of the six siblings, sees how her family's life turned upside down when their father, Manuel hit a severe sickness. Marie and her older siblings have to sacrifice for the sake of the family - Lan (18), being the acting eldest, takes half of the responsibility of the family. He takes care of his father, younger siblings, and works as a helper to sustain for his family. Angie (12), next to Lan has to move to Dolores and stay with her Auntie Demie, so she can still study. Marie then takes the responsibility of being an "ate" for her younger siblings when Lan and her mom are not around. This leads her to become insecure with other children who are free to play outside and do what normal children do. As they transfer from one place to another for their father's cure, they experience judgment and prejudice from the people they thought would love them as a family. Leaving their younger siblings Nino, Nina, and Baby to Demie, Rosa cries everyday as she longs for her children because she, Lan, Marie, and Manuel have to stay in Iligan to find cure for their father. As the six of them experience pain, it also leads them to maturity where they work hard individually and promise to pursue their dreams and help each other as one. After Manuel's death, all the siblings are put to test as they decide to move to Iligan (where their two eldest siblings live) to continue their journey individually, and as a family. Shortly, Lan (21) has to move to Cagayan to work as a helper for their relatives and study for a year, while Angie (15) stays with their relatives near Iligan while managing her lola's shop. Marie (14), on the other hand, studies well while taking care of her siblings. Rosa, though getting old, would always prepare "baon" for Nino, Nina, and Baby - younger siblings. After a year of staying in Cagayan, Lan decides to come back to Iligan and takes another course which is mechanical engineering. Along their journey as siblings, Angie, Lan, and Marie don't realize that slowly, one of their younger siblings, Nina, is becoming distant to them. After how many months of hiding, they find out that Nina (16) is pregnant. Because of this, the siblings decide to help Nina emotionally and financially. This situation leads them to give more love and care for each other, living up to their father's legacy. As time goes by, Marie learns to stand on her own, so she decides to go to Dubai, which Lan dismisses. For the first time, Marie says no to her brother and still pursues Dubai. After a year, Marie comes back because things don't go right for her in Dubai. She realizes her mistakes as she talks to her brother regarding what happened. Of all their pain and challenges in life, the siblings never give up on each other until they all succeed in life-with Marie and Nina who are now registered nurses, Lan and Baby who are now engineers, Angie a computer analyst, and Nino a seaman. Despite all the struggles they face, they still tend to endure, persevere, and do what they do as a family-eat and be together.
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Melanie (Bela) was still very young when she met an accident that caused her hunched back. Growing up, she was teased and judged by many, but despite this, Melanie remained strong and focused on her dream of finishing her studies. But life was really hard for her and her mother, who could barely send her to school. Thus, she stopped studying and went to Cavite to look for a job. Just as when she thought that she could start a new life in the city, her co-worker raped her, leaving her shattered. How did she handle this ordeal? How did she move on from it when she carried the baby of a man who sexually assaulted her?
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Hershey Hilado (5) grows up in an environment of physical and emotional abuse caused by her own mother, Emy (26). Hershey's father, Jimmy (26) left Iloilo, along with her younger brother Malick (3), when he found out about Emy's affair with a Chinese national in Hong Kong. Then, Hershey is left behind in Iloilo with her grandfather Dongdong (71) and her older half-sister Emylen (8). Whenever Emy comes home from Hong Kong, Hershey (12), along with Emylen (15), expect beating from their mother, while they never understand why their mother does so. Due to this, the siblings often run away from their home only to be found again by Dongdong who is known in their town as a former second lieutenant. One day, Hershey receives news from their neighbor that her father Jimmy (34) had been murdered in Batangas. Two years later, Dongdong (82) suffers from various health complications, but with his dying breath, Dongdong makes Hershey promise to take care of all of her siblings and make sure that they will live a good life. Almost parentless, Hershey (14) is forced to shoplift in order to fulfill her grandfather's instructions, and feed all of her siblings. This pains Hershey, but instead of dwelling in the pain, Hershey thinks of ways to escape the hardships she encounters, especially, her mother's unreasonable wrath. At 16 years old, after being forced to marry a foreigner almost thrice her age, Hershey manages to escape from her mother and flies to Manila, with the help of Dongdong's friend, Raul (late 70s). With only P1,000 in her pocket, Hershey is faced with another ordeal as she becomes homeless for almost two years until she finds her relatives from her father's side in Lipa, Batangas. Dolores (late 40s) and Belen (early 30s) take Hershey in until she finds herself in an online dating site where she meets Scott (30s), an Australian national whom she truly falls in love with. Two years later, Hershey (18) is brought to Australia and marries Scott. Still with her promise to Dongdong, Hershey starts to work her way upwards and applies as a crew member in McDonalds. Two years later, she quits her job and applies for a security company and trains there for six months. From being a store-front guard, Hershey gets promoted as a Security Control Room Operator. While at work, she reads a book called "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, which inspires her to do more than just being good at her job, knowing that her purpose is greater than just surviving - it is keeping her promise to her late father figure Dongdong. A few months later, Hershey (21) quits her job in the security office and starts her first business. Through this business, Hershey is able to send money to her younger siblings in Iloilo, under her brother Chris' (16) management. Currently, through the help of her business, an Australia-based women's fashion label called "Ohmagosh," Hershey (24) fulfills her promise to her grandfather to always make sure that her siblings live a good life.
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Early on, Roy (Yves Flores) was made to believe that life is a never-ending cycle of starvation and menial farming jobs alongside his parents and six siblings. But in his young mind, he knew there was more to life and that he could be better. Given his family's scarce resources, Roy saw education as his only hope to lift himself and his family from poverty. That is why he devoted his life to studying. Little did he know that his parents would be the ones to hinder him from achieving his dreams. Instead of seeing education as an opportunity for him to change his life, Roy's parents considered it more as a threat to the little money they already have. How did he manage to continue his ambitions of becoming a teacher?
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Paired as a 'love team' in school, Allan (Inigo) and Lou Ann (Maris) got teased a lot by their friends and classmates. This paved the way for their feelings for each other to grow and for their relationship to level up from being friends to finally becoming lovers. The two were inseparable even when they stepped into college. They had their share of ups and downs but managed to find their way back into love. Until one day, Allan needed to leave the country to work in Dubai. Did the Allan and Lou Ann 'loveteam' survive this challenge?
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Ben (Christian Bables) is the son of actress Helen Vela (Gloria Diaz) and the sibling of Princess Punzalan (Ritz Azul). Growing up in the public eye, Ben was a target for bullying and received many hurtful comments from people concerning his physical features and especially because he was an illegitimate child. This paved way for him to grow insecurities but despite this, his family always supported him. When his mother died, his life suddenly fell apart. He was so devastated that he turned his back on his siblings. In his resistance, he decided to live alone and this led him to work in a gay bar as a macho dancer. What happened to Ben in his journey to find himself? Did Ben and his siblings reconcile?
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Mica Barrero, who competed and became a finalist in the recently concluded "The Voice Teens," was devastated when she learned about her father's extra-marital affair when she was a young girl. Since childhood, music was very close to Mica's (Amy Nobleza) heart. Her family even had her back and supported her all the way especially her father Ramil (Adrian Alandy). Unable to release her anger, she used music as a form of escape. However another huge mishap struck her family when her father Ramil suffered a stroke. How did Mica survive this new dilemma in her life? Did this incident pave way to the reconciliation of Mica and her dad?
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Jake Zyrus wanted nothing but for people, especially his mother, to accept him for who he is. He was a young kid then when he first observed that he was more attracted to women than men. As he grew up, he also grew certain about his gender, yet he still chose to act and dress as a woman in public so as not to jeopardize his career. How did Jake manage to hide his true identity all these years? What pushed him to finally be true to himself and re-introduce himself as Jake Zyrus?
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After Randy realizes his mother's sufferings, he leads to working as macho dancer to help his family. However, because of peer pressure, Randy resorts to using drugs as a form of escape from all the pain he is going through. In the middle of his struggles, he meets Mutya (Shy Carlos), a young woman whose insecurities pushed her to become dependent on drugs. The two become friends and frequent 'buddies,' eventually growing feelings for each other. What will prompt the two to re-assess their lives and change for the better? What obstacles will they face as a couple?
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As soon as the war broke out, Loloy (John Estrada) immediately brought his wife Grace (Lara Quigaman) and son Brian (Zaijian Jaranilla) to safety and went straight to his Muslim employers' house. They were about to leave the city when more than 30 teachers and school staff, who also sought refuge in the same residence, begged them to stay. Risking his family's chance at survival, Loloy together with Grace and Brian heeded their call and stayed with the group. For eleven days, Loloy did his best to take care of everyone. But things started to become hard for all of them when their food and water supplies depleted. A different challenge awaited them when they had to leave the house and run for their lives to reach the military safe zone. How did Loloy lead everyone to safety? What did he do when his son suddenly wanted to give up the fight?
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In her community, Pacita (Chanda Romero) is known for her bravery and dedication to her work and her loved ones. After being raped and left by the father of her son, Anton (Aljur Abrenica), she successfully juggled her roles as a teacher and a good mother to her son. Her son's welfare remained her priority until she retired, as she used her retirement pay to build a house and buy a tricycle for him. However, she seemed to have lost everything when her house got burned down by a fire, which prompted her to go back to school as a janitress. How did she overcome this trial in her life?
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Ever since she adopted the little boy from her niece, Guily (Maricel) has always treated Jayson as her own. It did not take long for Jayson to find out the truth about his identity after he noticed he was using a surname different from his parents'. After knowing that his biological mother was still alive, Jayson grew up longing to meet her. Being a child out of wedlock, Guily fully understood what he was going through, so one day, she accompanied him to his mother Chona (Dimples Romana). Jayson's much awaited moment, however, did not happen how he pictured it to be. What happened when Jayson finally came face-to-face with Chona? How did the encounter affect his life?
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Erna was still a toddler when she was unintentionally lost by her parents. Fortunately, a good Samaritan found her and brought her to Indong's (Christopher de Leon) family where she was welcomed as Juliet Perez. Indong was a loving father to her but her foster mother, Salving (Carmi Martin) and her foster brothers didn't like her at all. She devoted her teenage years to earn their love and acceptance until one night, she dreamed of her biological family and this sparked her curiosity and desire to find them. Will she succeed in tracing her roots? How will her plan affect her relationship with her adoptive family?
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Even with the objection of Marlene's (Sushine) parents, she and Memerto (Ariel) managed to live a peaceful life with their three children. However things suddenly changed when Memerto got addicted to gambling. Little by little, he exhausted their savings until one day, he committed a crime, accidentally killing his opponent due to recklessness. He, then, turned himself in and faced the charges against him. Full of regrets, he tried his best to make up for his shortcomings by the businesses he built inside the prison. Marlene didn't let him down and did her part in staying faithful to him. She also helped him in his ties with their children. How did Marlene endure the years without her husband? Will Memerto be freed from imprisonment?
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To find herself again after a break-up, Mae (Erich) decided to join a hiking team. On her first hike, she met Pio (Patrick), one of the organizers and later on the man who will mend her broken heart. The two became an official couple and their relationship was going strong until Mae got pregnant. Mae was afraid at first, but Pio stayed by her side and even asked her hand in marriage. Everything seemed perfect until one day, Pio got rushed to the hospital and was diagnosed with viral encephalitis, a rare brain disease that affects the memory of the person. How will Mae surpass this ordeal? What will she do as Pio's memory starts to deteriorate? What future awaits her and her unborn child?
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Ever since he was born, George (Yves) has been dependent on his family especially on his brother Baning (Elmo) and sister Bernadeth (Miles Ocampo). Together, they dream of finishing school together. Everything was going smoothly until Bernadette found a new set of friends and started to feel embarrassed that she has to carry her older brother to school. Despite this, Baning never left George's side and continued to serve as his legs so he can go to different places. But how far can Baning really go for his brother? Will he go as far as giving up his own dreams? As the two enter college, they are confronted with the dilemma that they want to take two different courses- George wants to pursue Business Administration, while Baning wants to take criminology.
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Cecille lives a happy and simple life with her family in Visayas Region. She is the 6th among the seven children of Orly, a property custodian in a power supply company, and Lucing, a housewife. But growing up, Cecille harbors hatred for Lucing who constantly gets furious with her. Cecille loses hope to survive, but Benjie and Lucing stayed with her and give her strength. Cecille then realizes their efforts to save her and soon rebuilds her trust with them. Eventually, Cecille succeeds over the curse by strengthening herself, physically and emotionally.
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Raised by his loving parents Max (Julio Diaz) and Mary (Malou de Guzman), Jayvee (Enchong) grows up in an impoverished household but does not stop from dreaming big and wanting more for himself and his loved ones. Jayvee, however, finds out a truth about himself that challenges everything he believes in: He is adopted and was born to a rich family. How will this affect Jayvee's relationship with his foster parents?
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As a child, Joel always loved music and was influenced by his musically inclined father. His passion for music continued until college, until his dreams of becoming a musician got temporarily halted when he focused on pursuing his studies to become a teacher. When Joel finally became one, he used everything he learned in school to teach indigenous kids, despite the lack of proper supplies and facilities to support their learning. How did he turn things around for these kids using only his passion for music? How did he touch and change their lives?
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Hazel was still a teenager when she left her family to go with her aunt who offered to finance her studies. She was then full of hopes and dreams, until her aunt's husband shattered them all when he took advantage of her. Devastated by what happened, Hazel came home to the province. Fate, however, remained unkind to her when another man, Bensyo (Gerald Madrid), sexually abused her. Bensyo did not only sell her to a prostitute house but also got her pregnant. How did Hazel face this ordeal? How did she escape the terrible and dark world she lived in?
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Cenia (Vina) and husband Dodong (Allen Dizon) were living happily with their seven children, until rumors of Dodong having an affair with another woman circulated in the neighborhood. Truth about Dodong's infidelity, however, was confirmed not by Cenia but by their eldest daughter Waway (Andrea Brillantes). Both Cenia and Waway were then filled with anger and despair. But the hurt did not end there because Dodong got Ani (Louise) pregnant and even asked Cenia to take care of Ani and his illegitimate child in his dying seconds. Fulfilling Dodong's death wish, Ani and her child stayed in Cenia's home. How long can Cenia keep up with the situation? Did Cenia and Ani get along?
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Ever since she found out she got infected with HIV through her late husband, Liza (Empress) experienced countless bullying and mocking by people surrounding her and her family. Despite this, her family remained strong for her and even encouraged her to go out in public and tell everyone her story as the second person in the Philippines with HIV. Since then, she actively participated in an HIV advocacy group. However, despite her purest intention to raise awareness and break the stigma on people living with HIV (PLHIV), most people were still quick to pass judgment rather than being more compassionate. What other challenges did she face when she exposed her story to the public?
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Although diagnosed with kidney failure, Rizza (Alex) chooses to look at the brighter side of life and continues to live positively. While fighting her disease, Rizza meets and changes the life of Joel (Hero), a shy and hardworking breadwinner who learns to love himself and open his heart to love. As their relationship develops, Rizza's condition gets worse to the point where she will need a new kidney for her to survive. Because of his love for Rizza, Joel decides to become her donor. Will Rizza support Joel's decision even if his life is on the line?
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Way before he made dresses for Anne Curtis, Kim Chiu, Kris Aquino and Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach, Rey (Patrick) already knew that he was gay like his brother Brian (Angelo Ilagan). However, when he saw how Brian suffered after opening up about his sexual orientation, he chose to hide his real identity. Growing up, Rey looked up to Brian because of the courage and hardwork his brother invested in the fashion line business the latter owned to prove their father wrong, which Rey thought he could not do. Although unexpected, their father eventually accepted Brian's identity, but Rey still continued his pretense and even pursued a career as a flight attendant. Until one day, Brian got involved in a holdup incident that caused his death and would change Rey's life forever.
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Gelai (Michelle Vito) may not have been lucky to have a complete family, but she has her real mother Gigi (Andrea del Rosario) and aunts Linda (Shamaine Buencamino) and Rose (Alma Moreno) to show her utmost love and care. As years passed by, she grew closer to her aunts while her mom lived away from them because of work. With three people looking after her, Gelai still believed their love was not enough. In high school, she learned to cut classes and neglect her studies. The situation even got worse when she had a boyfriend who taught her different kinds of vices. How did her three mothers handle her situation? Did she find the missing piece in her life that she was looking for?
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Even though he was born into an impoverished life, Freddie never stopped dreaming that someday he would become a teacher. However, being the youngest among twelve siblings, he knew it was not going to be easy since two of his older siblings have disabilities and needed more attention than him. Lucky for him, a certain group of nuns offered him a scholarship. His family, especially his older brother Elo (JC Santos), even suggested to support his everyday needs by contributing five pesos every day. But when he finished high school, his family begged off from supporting his studies any further. Their family's situation got worse when Elo died because of kidney failure. How did Freddie overcome this ordeal?
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Abegail (Claire Ruiz) grows up in a religious family, influenced by her pastor father and her mother who works in their church. Her strong faith in God, however, is shattered when her father suddenly dies of aneurysm. Abegail blames God for what happened and starts to become rebellious. To make things worse, her mother decides to work in Thailand, which pushes her over the edge and leads her to using drugs and joining the world of cybersex. How will Abegail gather herself up? How will she bring her faith back?
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Daisy (Janella) really liked Darling (Elmo) when they were kids. She did not care what others thought as long as she told the whole world how much she loved him. When they grow up, their priorities change. Daisy focuses all her time and effort on her family, while Darling enjoys his life while studying in Manila. Fate, however, finds its way of bringing them back together. This time, Darling is more smitten with Daisy after seeing her again after so many years. He notices that she takes good care of her family, which is something Darling looks for in a girl but failed to see in the women he dated in the city. Darling then pursues Daisy, but the feeling is not mutual anymore. How will Darling bring back Daisy's feelings for him? Will they have their happy ending?
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Played by Francis Magundayao, Ahwel and his siblings were raised by their mother alone. At the age of ten, he opted to help his mother in their small eatery instead of playing with other kids on the street. He continued excelling in school until he got a scholarship in one of the finest colleges in the country. Ahwel really valued his education and diligently went to class even if it meant he had to learn on an empty stomach. The biggest challenge, however, came when their house got burned down. How did Ahwel surpass this ordeal?
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All Karla wished for is to go to Hong Kong Disneyland and see the fireworks display up close. Her father, Alex (Christian Vasquez), promised to grant her wish if she continued doing well in school. One day, however, Karla visited her father to work and unexpectedly saw him kissing another woman. From that moment on, Karla vowed not to enter in a relationship in fear of getting hurt. But love does move in mysterious ways and later on Karla met Gio, the only guy she opened her heart to. Their relationship went well for years and Gio was even there when Karla finally set foot in Hong Kong Disneyland. Everything was like a fairy tale love story until Karla discovered Gio's infidelity. How did Karla deal with this heartache? Did she give him another chance?
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Ever since she was a child, Joy has always been a Daddy's girl. She grew up getting even closer to her dad, Rolando (Dominic Ochoa), because of their common love for running. Every race she joined in, Joy would always find her father waiting for her at the finish line. Running didn't only serve as a bonding activity for her and her dad, but it also enabled her to finish her studies via an athletic scholarship. Everything in her life was moving at a steady pace until one day, she received the unfortunate news that her father is suffering from pneumonia just moments away from competing in a national marathon. Did she continue the race or did she opt to see her father?
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At a young age, Paolo vowed to help his blind mother, Tess (Irma Adlawan), in raising their family. This motivated him to study hard and finish college, and immediately landed a job as a customer sales representative in Manila. Paolo became unstoppable and steadily climbed up the corporate ladder, until his eyes started to blur. Because of his condition, his colleagues discriminated and made fun of him. Depressed by the criticisms, he chose to leave his work and return to Baguio to his family. How did Paolo rise above the situation? What pushed him to become a motivational speaker in his community?
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Ani (Kim) grew up in a military family. After seeing what her mom went through with her dad, Ani vowed not to ever fall in love with a soldier. Although her mind was against it, her heart fell for her brother's senior in the military, Rommel (Zanjoe), and ended up marrying him. Their marriage went smoothly until Ani suffered a miscarriage and was diagnosed with Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). To complicate things further, Rommel was assigned to go battle in Marawi. Would they still have the complete family they have always wanted? Did Rommel come home safely to fulfill his promise to Ani?
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At an early age, Ely (Ejay) and his brothers Idel (Hero Angeles) and Diony (Angelo Ilagan) learned to work hard in the corn fields to help their widowed mother, Victoria (Maria Isabel Lopez). Ely knew that working in the field was not enough to provide for their needs and give his family a good life. Thus, he decided to try his luck and find opportunities in the city. Out of desperation, Ely resorted to stealing and eventually got caught by authorities. How did Ely face this ordeal with his family far away from him? How did his family deal with his absence?
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Ever since, Norman knew that they were being discriminated. His father, Roman (Jhong Hilario), personally experienced this when he was forced to sign a waiver stating that he was not allowed to be promoted because of his lack of degree in education and his color. Instead of getting discouraged, Norman used his father's case as an inspiration to finish his studies. One day, however, a group of Koreans showed interest to claim their ancestral land. How did Norman used his knowledge to help his fellow Aetas?
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#LoveWins for this couple who showed true love for one another in an out of the ordinary relationship. This is the story of Jeffrey and Ashley Capecenio, both happily married with their cute and bubbly bundle of joy, Baby Lina. But unlike other couples, they are a colorful match between the gay husband Jeffrey and the lesbian wife Ashley. Having put their respective orientations aside, both found their forever in each other, even though it seemed their baby would consider Jeffrey as her mother and Ashley as her father. But their union continue to be strong and healthy despite the financial difficulties and ordeals they face in life, particularly having to deal with people who question their unorthodox relationship. Ashley first met Jeffrey in a gay beauty contest and was smitten by his gorgeousness ever since that encounter. While Jeffrey had first frowned upon Ashley's interest in him, he would soon find out how real her love is for him-something he never experienced before, not even with his former boyfriend. This led to a wonderful loving relationship that would soon lead to Ashley being pregnant, and a life-long commitment to each other.
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Before he rose to prominence as a pioneering neo-realist painter, Cesar had been stricken with several diseases, but was cheered on and taken care of by the love of his life. A sickly mestizo boy, Cesar was studying fine arts in college when he found out that he was color blind - a disability that shattered him but did not deter him from pursuing his dreams to become an artist. In the 1930s, he met the woman who would become his life's greatest supporter, Betty, but together they would brave challenges in order for their love to flourish. A mestizo with Spanish roots, Cesar was not immediately accepted by the family of Betty, whose grandfather was a Katipunero. Betty's family eventually agreed to the young lovers' marriage, which would become tumultuous as Cesar got sick with emphysema and became bedridden. He eventually worked at a promotions company making art for advertisements, putting his own art on hold to provide for his family. Only after work did Cesar focus on his own art, compelling the ever-understanding Betty to give way to her husband's passion and work hard to finance their growing family's needs. How did Cesar deal with his vision deficiency and fight for his love for Betty? How did the couple manage to withstand all the challenges that came their way?
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As an only child, Harry (RK) lived a comfortable life and got the love and attention from his parents even if his father worked abroad. But all of this changed when his mother Sylvia (Maricel Morales) needed to fly to his father, (Cris Villanueva), who was diagnosed with lymphoma. Things even got worse when Nestor suddenly came home without Sylvia and later on passed away because of his illness. But instead of getting mad at his mother, Harry focused on his studies and found love in surfing with the help of his Lola Soleng (Gina Pareno) and Lola Pedro (Crispin Pineda). However, another huge mishap struck his life when he was involved in a car accident that caused the amputation of one of his arms. How did Harry overcome this ordeal? What pushed him to continue his love for surfing?
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Ever since he was diagnosed with polio, Ven remained positive and never let his condition stop him from living his life. He still chose to go to school just like his brothers. Because of his perseverance, he got a scholarship grant to finish his studies in high school. His sunny disposition continued until one day, his mother died and he cannot do anything but to hold her close and helplessly scream for help. How did he surpass this ordeal? What pushed him to continue his life and become an inspiration to fellow PWDs?
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Ever since Azon (Pokwang) went to Italy, her daughter, Tet (Empress), and son, Tot (Dino Imperial), have been living comfortable lives and can buy get anything they want. They have no idea how hard life is for her there until they paid her a visit and personally saw her working condition. Even if it hurts her to see Azon that way, Tet used what she saw as a motivation to work hard and get her mother out that situation. Life became more difficult after Augusto (Jeric Raval) suffered a stroke, leaving Azon no choice but to go back to the Philippines and take care of him. How will they survive this ordeal? What will Tet do to help her family?
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They may have different priorities in life, but fate still brought together Grace and Vhinez when they worked together as models. Vhinez was quickly smitten by Grace's beauty and kind heart and it wasn't long before he finally admitted his feelings to the young lady. Grace hesitated at first but later on gave in because of Vhinez' sincerity and perseverance. Only three months in their relationship, however, the two got into a car accident that ruined their faces. How did they surpass this ordeal? How will this affect their career as models?
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Among the siblings, twins Bea (Alexa Ilacad) and Nina (Michelle Vito) were closest to their father, Robert (James Blanco). They looked up to him so much and really saw him as is a reliable and an ideal father. One day, Robert went missing and the kids were made to believe that he was sick. Years passed and there was still no sign of him. In his absence, mother Evy (Denise Laurel) took on the roles of both being a mother and a father. When Robert finally came home, things went back to normal. But that was until Bea and Nina discovered that he is drug addict. How did they accept their father's state? How did they help him change for the better?
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When Romel went to Manila to find a job, he found love instead in Easter (Claire Ruiz). After they got married, Romel brought Easter back to his hometown, where he was welcomed with the shocking news that his brother, Nonoy (Angelo Ilagan), was diagnosed with dystonia. Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder that results into twisting, repetitive movements, or abnormally fixed postures. As if Nonoy's condition wasn't a handful already, Romel discovered that the disorder can be passed on among the males in the family. Later on, Romel's other brother Toto (Mario Mortel) and Joey (Mico Aytona) were also diagnosed with the illness. How did Romel face this ordeal? How did it affect him, knowing that he could be next in line to having dystonia?
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Adelina (Capri) grew up knowing her mother, Norma (Malou de Guzman), had mental health issues. It became more evident when her mother suffered a nervous breakdown after three of her siblings and her dad passed away. These trials, however, made their bond and love for each other stronger than ever. One day, however, Norma disappeared after having another meltdown. Did Adelina see her mother again? How did she handle the possibility of losing the only person left in her family?
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At the early age of eleven, Tin (Maris Racal) already identified as a lesbian and had been in romantic relationships with other girls. But it was only until she turned 18, that's when she met her first boyfriend, Andrew (Neil Coleta). Their relationship lasted for four years and after that, Tin swore not to fall in love and get into a relationship until she was able to provide for her family's needs. However, fate had a different plan for her when the breezy chick boy Boom (Jameson Blake) entered her life. Could he be the one to reignite the flame in Tin's 'titibo-tibo' heart?
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After joining "Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition," Caitlin (Michelle Vito) became a celebrity with a steadily growing fanbase on her Facebook page, which was managed by her mother Vivian (Rufa Mae Quinto). The mother and daughter befriended a fan, Charles (Kokoy de Santos), who was able to gain their trust. All was well until they found out that he used Caitlin's identity and pictures to catfish another fan into a two-year relationship with him. How did Caitlin recover her identity?
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Magic has always had a special place in Rosela's (Janella) heart since it is what binds her to her father, Ruperto (Tirso Cruz III). However, after Ruperto unexpectedly dies, their family struggles financially, forcing Rosela and her siblings to start working. She promises to honor him by still making him proud one day. Rosela finds a way to continue her education, but eventually returns to her true passion against the wishes of her mother, Josie (Assunta de Rossi), who believes magic is a waste of time. Will Rosela fulfill her promise to her father by achieving her dream of becoming a magician, or by abandoning her passion to provide for their family?
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Growing up, Emma looked up to rebels believing them to be forces of good, and because her father and older brothers were also members. She will join the rebels upon the encouragement of her father with the intent of giving her younger siblings a better future and standing up for the poor. Emma will easily rise up its ranks as the leader of its young members, but disillusionment will settle in after she sees the cruelty that the group is also capable of. She will then decide to escape to lead a peaceful life with her whole family, but her former comrades will find them and exact their revenge. Will Emma ever find a way to live a peaceful life with her family?
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Allan (Billy) and Remy (Coleen) will fall in love at the prime of their youth. Their small family is happy at first, but little by little, their relationship takes a negative turn as Allan becomes tired of earning money from a factory for his family instead of studying and achieving his own dreams. Allan then leaves Remy and their child alone, while Remy works hard to provide for her child. Though Allan's family disapproves of Remy because of the difference in their social status, he will try to stand by her especially when she gets pregnant. Remy meets Nathan (Junjun Quintana), a man who is the exact opposite of Allan, at a time when she has put a hold on finding love and is focused on raising her child. Nathan fills the role left behind by Allan and loves her unconditionally. Their relationship is threatened, however, when Allan comes back to get Remy and his child, while she realizes that she still loves Allan. Who will Remy choose in the end - Allan, the great love of her life, or Nathan, the man who loves her greatly?
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Marlon (Joseph) has been experiencing unusual, involuntary mannerisms since he was a child. He tries to lead a normal life but his unexplainable actions keep him from getting jobs and finding love, until he meets Rio (Ryza), who loves him for who he is. The couple later finds out that Marlon's strange behavior is caused by Tourette Syndrome. He works hard to provide for his family despite the difficulties caused by his illness. He is determined to overcome life's challenges no matter how difficult it may be for him. How will Marlon be able to go beyond his dire disease?
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Growing up in Pasay, Tyrone James "TJ" Ortega, the son of an OFW and a former seaman, was often ridiculed for his effeminate behavior. He will try his best to act more manly for the sake of his parents, but in the process will deny his true self. The bullying continued when he moved to Isabela upon the death of his main protector and defender, his father. Upon hearing of her son's hardships she brought him back to Pasay. Although his mother Cynthia (Elizabeth Oropesa) accepted him for who he is, she told him to refrain from crossdressing to avoid being made fun of. However, TJ found a different kind of joy in crossdressing and even began to join gay pageants that made Cynthia disappointed in him. Despite this, he bravely faced his bullies to showcase his wits and talents and live out his dreams. Will TJ ever bring home the crown and win the acceptance of the people he loves?
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Joan (Beauty) longed for a complete family after coming from a broken home and she found fulfillment of her dream when she married Raul (James Blanco). Her husband worked hard to support their family as an OFW in California. However, the distance strained their marriage, even as Joan strived to make their relationship work to prevent her kids from going through what she went through as a child. One day the remittances stopped coming and in her desperation to meet her children's needs, she sent her husband a photo of her pretending to poison their children in the hopes it would make him resume his responsibilities to them. Her plan backfired when the photo became an evidence in a child abuse case against her. With her family ruined, Joan turned to her mother Beth (Aleck Bovick), who came back to her life in hopes of rebuilding a relationship with her. Will Joan ever get her children back? Will she ever have the complete happy family she has always dreamt of?
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Aldrin (Khalil) vowed to love only one woman for his whole life. He saw fulfillment of this promise in Angel (Sofia), his college girlfriend. Despite having their relationship tested many times, the couple didn't give up on each other. Their love got stronger and one day, they decided to make the ultimate pledge to each other in marriage. However, their happiness took a sudden blow when they found out about Angel's heart condition. How did Aldrin and Angel face this obstacle in their lives?
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Janine discovered her passion and talent for performing at a young age. To hone her skills, her parents encouraged her to take singing lessons and join singing competitions. However, luck seemed to be not in her favor as many doubted the capabilities of her low, raspy voice. People did not think she would make it because she is not a 'biritera.' Her mother saw her struggle and eventually chose to discourage Janine from participating in singing contests to protect her daughter and spare her feelings from harsh comments. How did Janine overcome the negativity of her bashers despite her youth? What led her to keep pursuing her dreams despite the setbacks?
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Hercules (Joross) is a man of simple means who tries his best to provide for his wife Jucel (Roxanne) and children. He works hard at any job just to be able to put food on the table and send his kids to school. However, Hercules and Jucel face their biggest challenge yet when their youngest child needs a costly surgery-amounting to P1.2 million-to live. To what lengths will Hercules go to make his child better? How will Jucel and Hercules triumph over their family ordeal?
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Alma (Meryll) is forced to become an OFW because of her family's poverty. Despite her husband, Manuel's (Allen Dizon), protests she leaves home to go work in Dubai, where she is mistreated and abused, and even raped by her employer. She will hide what she went through from Manuel and their children. Instead of a good life for her family, she will come home ashamed and bearing a secret - she is pregnant as a result of the tragedy she experienced.Will Alma's family ever learn to accept what happened to her and the child that came of it?
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Joseph (Mark) will grow up being cared for and loved by his grandparents who will raise him as their own. Until one day his true father comes for him to bring him home and send him to school. Although he does not want to leave his grandparents, he goes with his father in the hopes of finishing his studies and making them proud. However, instead of love and affection, Joseph suffers abuse and mistreatment at the hands of his stepmother. He will defend himself against her attacks since his own father cannot even stand up for him. Will Joseph ever be able to fulfill his dream of making his grandparents proud and giving them a good life? Is the fulfillment of his dreams worth his sacrifice?
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Roxanne (Mary Joy) had a happy childhood being cared for by the social workers in a Bantay Bata Children's Village she started living with her aunts. She was passed around from home to home from the age of seven and made to feel alone and unwanted. She soon discovers the reason for her seemingly cursed existence when her father, Raul (Bembol Roco), gets out of jail. It turns out Roxanne is not only her father's daughter, but also his granddaughter as she is the product of his rape of his own daughter. Roxanne's life will get harder from there. She experiences abuse and mistreatment from her Tita Rosa (Aiko Melendez) and her employer, who look down on her because of the belief that she is born of sin. How will Roxanne accept the truth behind her existence especially when everyone despises her for it? How will she transcend the curse society has put upon her simply because of the way she was brought into this world?
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Margie's fascination with skateboarding started the first time she saw a group of skateboarders in her town in Cebu. She found that it came naturally to her after the first time she tried it. Her talent is soon noticed by her friend, Dani (JV Kapunan), who believes she is better than other long time skateboarders. She was driven by a desire to prove to society, and most especially her parents, that skateboarding is not a waste of time. To her, it is a legitimate sport that can bring a good future to her and her family. However, her dreams were dashed when she suffered an injury while doing a skateboarding trick. This led her parents to stop her from returning to the sport that she loves. Witness how Margie found the courage to go back on a skateboard after her injury and be given the chance to prove to her parents and society the value of skateboarding as a sport.
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Siblings Sherwin (Sandino) and Love (Bianca) have learned to depend to each other throughout the years, especially when their parents broke up. They have leaned on each other through good and bad times, even when they had started their own families, and when Sherwin started using drugs. Love never gave up on Sherwin and kept guiding him. His bad habit would eventually stop as Love got sick and needed a kidney transplant, which only Sherwin can give. However, his employer and his own wife are against him donating his kidney, believing it would not be good for his own health. How will Love's illness affect Sherwin and his vice? Will Sherwin choose to donate his kidney to his sister who loved and cared for him all his life or will he choose his own health, security, and future?
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Ever since he was young, Jarel (Zaijan) has always been determined to finish his studies and help lift his family out of poverty. He drew inspiration from his mother Fe (Pokwang), who worked as a maid to send her siblings to school, which is why he also became a house helper. However, Fe is against his decision as she does not want him to endure the hardships and judgment she faced while working as a maid. Despite her protests, Jarel will persevere with his choice as he believes it is the only means for him to achieve his dream. Will Jarel be able to show that being a kasambahay is not the end of achieving his dreams or will he prove Fe right that it will only bring him hardship and make others judge him?
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Charo is a marine life researcher, who travelled to different places in the Philippines. She meets an old man (Mon Confiado) in Tawi-Tawi who gives her an amulet that she soon believes gives her protection. She puts her faith on the amulet, which ironically led to a series of misfortunate events in her life. She lost her job, mourned for the death of her father, and acquired hypothyroidism. Consequently, she loses herself and begins to hear voices. Charo then makes the ultimate decision to burn her most prized amulet when a friend advised her to throw it away. Charo's condition worsens and she is slowly engulfed in a world of unknown voices that only she can hear. She only finds solace in making songs out of the voices she hears in her head which her elder sister, Manay Jean (Liza Diño) is against, thinking it will only worsen Charo's condition. Will Bela be left alone by the amulet and the voices she hears? Will Manay Jean be able to come to terms with the song compositions from the unknown voices only her sister can hear?
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Christian (Yves Flores) and his family lead a comfortable life because of their persevering parents Racquel (Amy Austria) and Robert (Allan Paule). Unfortunately, both husband and wife will get hooked on gambling, eventually causing problems for their family and putting a strain on their marriage that will almost lead to their separation. When Racquel gets sick to the point of seeming like being possessed, Christian strives to keep his family together. This doesn't get easier with the additional financial and personal problems they have to face together as a family, and their parents won't be able to take care of them. Will Christian's family ever be complete again? How will he stop his mother from leaving their family when her case worsens?
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Despite Jane (Eula Valdez) and Rey's (Ariel Rivera) sacrifices in guiding their son because of CJ's physical limitations, they fail to see the underlying depression and anger growing inside their adolescent son because no one completely understands him and his confusing world of silence. He turns to hostility and mulls by himself thinking he has no one to really turn to. CJ eventually learns how to draw and will use it as a tool to express himself. He will also have problems in getting along with his Fine Arts course and everyday college life because his teachers and peers can hear and speak. Meanwhile, Jane even enrolls herself in a "sign language" special course to properly guide and support their son. Is the insurmountable love of CJ's family enough to save him? Will CJ's perseverance to study in a normal school pay off?
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Because of their dire situation, Kikay has wishes of making it big in the world even if her own mother Ruth (Ynez Veneracion) is resigned to live among the dead for the rest of their days. Her father Kokoy (Yul Servo), meanwhile makes a living out of selling lumpia and okoy to visitors of their departed loved ones in the cemetery. Kikay forges on despite being looked down upon because of their living conditions, she endures the difficulties of selling sampaguita and candles at the cemetery and studying at the same time. She looks to her Lola Luz (Gina Pareño) for guidance and wisdom in the most trying times. Lola Luz continuously supports Kikay's plans for their family and advices her to follow her dreams. Kikay soon receives proper schooling because of her perseverance and positive outlook and her life eventually changes when the non-governmental organization Childhope Asia Philippines take her in as one of their students. She later on becomes a teacher for the civic group and will finish college. But her family soon encounters another difficulty as her Lola Luz develops complications from her sickness and eventually passes on. Will Kikay be able to finish her studies and fulfill her dream of getting her family out of poverty?
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Since childhood, Sarah had premonitions that allowed her to foresee tragedies-including events that have shaken the world. Sarah eventually marries Michael (Edgar Allan Guzman), a loving and patient husband who will care for her despite the challenges to Sarah's physical and spiritual well-being-including her blindness, abnormal vaginal bleeding, and the continuous dark visions she encounters. One day, Sarah is advised by a friend to consult a priest in the Archdiocese of Manila. There, the priest points out that the cause of her unexplainable health situation and visions were dark forces - or what is called "demonic oppression" a lesser form of "demonic possession." The priest also attributes Sarah's situation to her unvented anger towards her parents. Will Sarah ever find peace in her life? Will she be able to fully reconcile with her parents?
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The "bread winner" of her family, Sheila has always put her loved ones' needs first. Because of this, it takes a while before she gets into a relationship. She meets the seaman Rey (RK Bagatsing) who pursues her. She tries to deflect him because of Rey's reputation as a womanizer. But as fate would have it, they fall for each other and are blessed with a daughter, whom they name Lyka. One day, Sheila discovers that Lyka has HIV, which they traced back to Rey brought about by him sleeping around before they got married. What's even worse is she has contracted HIV herself. Rey's health eventually deteriorates and he dies leaving Sheila to raise Lyka all by herself. She tends to her needs as well as her daughter's in every way possible despite her own condition. Sheila hides the truth from Lyka who she brings up as a normal child for fear of judgement from society. Lyka grows up loved and cared for and will only know the truth after her mother discloses the truth when her first period came. Will the mother and child find resolution for their health problem? Will society ever be able to accept people with HIV? Is Sheila's love enough to protect Lyka from the ill ways of society?
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Rosedel and Armin were inseparable when they were kids. They grew up having a love for family and innate appreciation for their native Sibuyan in Romblon. They vowed to take care of each other, their loved ones, and their beloved town of Sibuyan until they grow up. When the siblings set foot in Manila for their college education, they also began a life vastly different from their life in the province. Meanwhile, their parents (Ernie Garcia) and Titing (Tetchie Agbayani) were overjoyed that their children were able to go to school in Manila, especially when they finished Commerce and Civil Engineering, respectively. When Rosedel eventually bears a child and builds a family early on in life, this causes a rift between the inseparable siblings. Rosedel decides to stay behind in Manila to raise her child while Armin goes back to Sibuyan. One day, a big mining company brings chaos to the land and threaten the natural resources of their town. Some townsfolk decide to shrug it off because of the mining company's influence. Armin's love of nature and beloved town causes a stir with the big mining company. Because Rosedel fears for their safety, she resolves to leave her brother alone in the fight even if her heart yearns for justice. But when a tragedy strikes her family, she changes her mind and takes on the challenge her brother started. Will Rosedel and Armin put aside their rift and reconcile? Is it too late for Sibuyan's natural resources to be saved?
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At the tender age of 10, Nilo (Ejay Falcon) already knew of true love, thanks to how his parents brought him up. His world would revolve around his family until one day, he meets Bonifacia (Lorna Tolentino) who is 32 years his senior. However, what started out as innocent admiration for the woman, would later develop into love, a fact that their families have a hard time coming to terms to. Nilo's love knows no bounds and perseveres to be with his beloved. He gathers the courage to pursue Bonifacia when the woman whom he considers his life's "princess" becomes a widow. Bonifacia eventually becomes endeared to Nilo because of his persistence. The two finally become a couple but hide it from their own families and flee to Puerto Galera where nobody knows them. Despite this, their relationship still suffers the local town's criticisms which deeply disheartens Bonifacia. Will Nilo and Bonifacia's families be able to fully accept their relationship? Is it true that true love knows no age?
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Jona grew up resenting her mother for being too busy with the family's livelihood and developing an addiction for gambling and drugs. As Jona is pushed to the limits, she eventually elopes with her boyfriend Ruben (Nonie Buencamino), leaves her family, and vows never to end up like her mother. When Nita loses her husband, she falls into a state of depression. Jona decides to forget her past resentments upon learning of this and returns home to take care of Nita. When it becomes apparent that Nita has lost her sense of reality and becomes forgetful, her family discovers that she is suffering from Alzheimer's disease. One day, Nita doesn't come home and gets lost for two whole weeks. How did Nita's family fight the biggest battle of their lives?
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Follow the story of couple Barbie Imperial (Alanis) and Paulo Angeles (Hennesy), who will fight for their love in spite of their health conditions: Alanis has a chronic kidney disease while Paolo has gastroesophageal reflux disease. Despite his own condition, Hennesy will refuse to have himself checked just to be by Alanis' side at all times, giving her priority over his studies.
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The life story of Sen. Edgardo "Ed" Angara from the days of his youth to the time as a politician, husband, and father.
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Having a hard time following in his footsteps, Bong grew up very distant to his father Liloy (Nonie Buencamino). He then decides to take a different career path before starting his family with his wife, Emmie (Meg Imperial). Later, Bong gets appointed as the executive assistant of Mayor Rodrigo Duterte (Phillip Salvador) after the latter saw his passion for public service. Because of this, Bong pours his heart out for his work and struggles to make time for his family. After some realizations, Bong soon mends his relationship with his father and his own family while continuing to fulfill his duties to the public.
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Moira (Janella) had always longed for a complete and happy family and it broke her when her dreams did not come true. She tried to find herself and her purpose in different ways. She even joined The Voice and entered showbiz. She finally felt complete when she surrendered her life to her faith. From then, things started falling into place for her including finding true unconditional love in her bestfriend of seven years, Jason (Kiko). How was Moira able to find herself amidst her troubled heart? How did Moira and Jason's love story begin?
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Bernadette (Mary Joy) was born with dark, rough skin, bulging eyes and a facial deformity. Her mother, Jona (Meryll) believes it is a curse on their family, but will still try her best to accept the child. Due to her mother's hesitation to accept her, Bernadette will feel unloved, and try to seek affection from other people. Until one day she gets pregnant but will be left hanging by the man whom she thought had truly loved her. Who will help Bernadette in her time of need? Where will she be able to find the love she is desperately searching for?
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Emman (Joem) has always wanted to finish his studies but because of the hardships in life, he has opted to work instead in a bakery. There, he meets the woman of his dreams, Maricar (Denise), who also happens to be his boss. Maricar's family does not like Emman for her because they don't think he will be able to provide for her future as he did not finish his studies. But they will fight for their love as Emman works hard to achieve his dreams of finishing school and to prove himself to Marica's parents. How will Emman be able to overcome the challenges in his life and the obstacles in his relationship with Maricar?
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Ancel (Elisse) has always been insecure of her looks because of her heavy weight set. She is often used to connect suitors to her beautiful and thin friends. That will all change when she meets Mark (Kit), the popular basketball player in their school who will fall head over heels in love with her despite her weight and insecurities. Will their relationship stay strong and be able to withstand the judgment of other people?
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Ramon grew up in a poor community in Bicol and was abandoned by his father at an early age. From the province, he went to Manila hoping to give his family a better future and to be able to finish his studies. One day, his professor encouraged him to try Karate to earn a scholarship. His hard work paid off when a Singaporean Kyokushin Karate trainer, Sensei Steven (Atoy Co), discovered him and helped him finish high school and become a Karate champion. As his dreams slowly turned to his favor, another setback arose when his girlfriend got pregnant and eventually betrayed him. How did he survive after all of the challenges in his life? What inspired him to enter the MMA scene?
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Life has always been hard for Victorio, who became a construction worker at the age of 12 to help his sickly father and their family survive. He always had close brushes with the authorities for drug-dealing but eventually gets caught and jailed. Because of this, his father Nitoy's (Ronnie Lazaro) heart is broken by his son's troubles and is left to fend for himself amid failing health. This leaves Victorio's despairing and depressed while inside the prison. He gets initiated into a gang and beaten by fellow inmates. He also gets brutally coerced by authorities to give up the names of his drug-dealing comrades but keeps his mouth shut for fear of his family's fate outside. Victorio soon finds enlightenment and discovers a way to continue studies while inside prison. After studying for two years, he is released for being one of the topnotch high school graduates in the city, and eventually offered a scholarship in the Quezon City Polytechnic University. How did Victorio survive prison? Can someone really change for the better despite their circumstances?
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Judith (Maymay) and her family suffered from discrimination all their lives. But when the opportunity to be the Aeta tribe's representative at the "Mutya ng Biaan" came, Judith discovered a strength she never knew she had. Her parents Jocelyn (Mercedes Cabral) and Henry (Nyoy Volante), who both cannot read and write, taught her to put education above everything. Her sister April (Mara Lopez) even sacrificed her own education so they can afford to send Judith to school. One day, April got invited to join the "Mutya ng Biaan" pageant to represent their Aeta community for the first time. When Judith saw the acceptance and support given by other people for her sister, she felt motivated to follow in April's footsteps. Upon Jocelyn's advise, Judith decided to prioritize her studies and even moved to the city of Balanga, Bataan to do this. Unfortunately, she would skip school because of the discrimination she once more faced from the locals. Judith would soon find out how much sacrifice her entire family made because they had hoped so much for her future. Soon, her father became ill. Worried because her family had no means to pay for his medicine, Judith decided to stop studying and worked at a shoe factory. Judith's life would soon change when she got invited to join the "Mutya ng Biaan." She now saw this as an opportunity to help her family financially, help her get an education, and get the recognition she and her community needed. Defying her own mother's wishes, Judith remained firm with her decision. Judith won the "Mutya ng Biaan," and ranked ninth in the "Mutya ng Mariveles" 2019. She used her prize money to provide food for that her fellow Aetas never had the luxury to have. Even after being a beauty queen, Judith still plans to finish her studies.
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Anna (Nikki) struggled to have a perfect family life, being abandoned and adopted as a G.I. baby. She was taken in by Mama Rossie (Ruby Ruiz), an active member of the church. Eventually, they settled down in Anak Bayan, Paco, Manila where she met her cousin, June (Joross) whom she fell in love with and married. Soon, the couple bore a first-born with autism, John Paul (JM Ibanez). With a second child on the way, they hoped their second child would be different from the first one. But Joshua (Simon Pineda), their second son, turned out to have the same condition. Eventually, the couple had a third child, Judith (Miel De Leon). This time, she was born without autism. Having two children with autism turned out to be difficult for the newlyweds. Anna fought for her children as June lost his way to infidelity. Anna protected her two sons, John Paul and Joshua from society's judgmental eyes, while June soon tried to be the father and partner for their struggling family. Later on, Anna and June's unconditional love for their family prevails.The couple is now part of the Servants of Charity, mostly a community of abandoned Filipino children with autism. Anna and June have embraced their true calling and become volunteers and motivational speakers on building a family full of understanding and acceptance for people with autism and special needs.
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Bryan Tagarao (Awra Briguela) struggled throughout his childhood but always fought through with humor and grace. Even though teased as ugly and for being gay, his beautiful persona shone through. The Cagayan de Oro native had a hard time fitting in, even though he comes from a family of comedians. At home, life was taken very seriously. His father Romeo (Bembol Roco), prevented him from being openly gay. Bryan was bullied so much for being gay and different, but he showed that he was more than his friends characterized him. He gave up his own education so he could help his family, and eventually became the breadwinner, selling corn and burgers, and working as a janitor. As an adolescent, Bryan struggled even more with trying to appear more "manly" for his family to make his family proud of him. But he fought his insecurities and became Boy Band PH's personal assistant. At 21, Bryan came out and decided to embrace his gender identity. When he learned how to cross-dress, "Brenda Mage" was born. As Brenda, he got acting jobs in indie films and became an entertainer in Japan. He also started vlogging, earning better money for his family. Brenda started earning bigger when he was invited to perform at comedy bars. His family have been supportive, especially his mother, and he has gained the respect of his father in the process. Eventually, Bryan was crowned "It's Showtime's" Miss Q and A InterTALAKtik and reigned even more in her personal and professional life. Bryan showed that no matter how society treated one unfairly, one must stay strong to achieve one's dreams.
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RJ (Jameson Blake) grows up in Brunei with his doting aunt and adoptive mother, Vivian, played by Optimum Star Claudine Baretto in her latest TV comeback. With Vivian's full support, he pursues dancing and hones his craft when the two come home to the Philippines. Seeing how dedicated RJ is, Vivian pushes him to reach his goals. But while he begins to dream of being a professional dancer and well-known Dancesport competitor, RJ gets diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a rare neurological disorder which causes progressive paralysis, starting from the feet and progressing up throughout the rest of the affected person's body. RJ battles with the disease for almost a year and the two almost give up on their dreams. But Vivian sees RJ fighting in spite of his physical limitations. Eight months later, RJ recovers from GBS and makes it to numerous local and international Dancesport competitions, which leads to a bittersweet reunion with his biological parents, Maya and Robert. Soon, the two try to take RJ back from Vivian because of his newfound glory. But RJ chooses to stay with Vivian, the only person he has considered to be his real family.
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Despite being poor and unable to finish his studies, Dong (Empoy Marquez) has always persevered in life. He became a taho vendor at the University of the Philippines at Diliman, QC, where he was a hit with students and academicians because of his positivity and light-hearted manner. After a 10-year relationship, 44-year-old Dong meets and falls in love with the 22-year-old Catherine (Jennica Garcia). Their May-December love affair causes a rift between their own families. Dong fights for their relationship and even treats Catherine's daughter from her previous relationship, as his own. He eventually earns the respect and approval of his wife's relatives through his genuine care for Catherine's family. Catherine gets an opportunity to work in Bahrain as a domestic helper and decides to take it, to Dong's frustration. She said it will help in their finances and help their other two kids go to school. Upon the departure of his wife, Dong becomes weak physically and emotionally. He becomes quiet and stops being the funny father he used to be because he misses his better half so much. His body eventually gives up and is diagnosed with a lung disease. Dong pursues selling taho because he wants all of their children to get the education he and his wife were not able to attain. Aurain (Heaven Peralejo) their eldest, convinces his father she would stop going to school to help out the family. For awhile she is able to help until she gets pregnant. Despite this, Dong uses his sense of humor to lighten up his family's mood, and saves enough money for his two other bright children's education. Dong and Catherine, although apart, hope for the future of their family.
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Carol (Maris) and Erlwin's (McCoy) love for music make them instant friends. However, their time together is cut short after Erlwin returns to their province. But distance does not hinder them from developing feelings for each other as they exchange letters for eight years, maintaining the relationship they have built. Years pass and they decide to meet again, but Erlwin does not make it in time to meet Carol. In pain, Carol vows to forget her feelings for Erlwin and moves on with her life. After several years, Carol meets a man whom she falls in love with, and they decide to get married. But as their wedding day nears, Carol crosses path with Erlwin. Their encounter brings back Carol's feelings for her old fling, which tests her love for and faithfulness to her fiancé. Where will Carol and Erlwin's reunion lead to? How will they prove they are destined for each other?
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Growing up poor, Diana (Pokwang) desires to finish her studies to give her family a bright future. But her parents think otherwise, believing marrying a man from a family of farmers would give her a comfortable life. This pushed Diana to leave her family and try her luck in Manila where she worked as a helper. Her employers instantly noticed her dedication and helped her finish college. She eventually landed a job in the municipal office, which helped her provide for her parents in the province. She then met Victor, the man whom she fell for and became her husband. However, the man she thought would complete her life was also the one who would destroy her dreams for her family as Victor became an alcoholic and constantly hurt their children. Will Diana be able to pull through from this obstacle?
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Nena (Irma Adlawan) is admired in her community for her dedication as a teacher for 32 years. She eventually decides to retire and put up her own business to spend more time with her family. However, her dream of having a better life is instantly taken away after her business partner takes all the money she has. On the verge of giving up, she finds a high paying job as a caregiver in the US, hoping to regain everything she lost. But things do not go as planned as Nena learns that the person who recruits her is a human trafficker and forces her to work as a house help for an abusive Filipino family. She gets maltreated, is underpaid, and even made to sleep with the dogs by her employers, putting her in constant misery. Determined to escape her horrible situation, she then meets a young American boy who she hopes could be her way to finally break free from her ill-fated life. How will Nena survive the life she is in?
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Melvin (Enchong) grows up longing for attention from his parents, who devote most of their time taking care of his brother Michael (Zaijian Jaranilla) who has cerebral palsy. The lack of affection fosters bitterness in him, which makes him promise to shower love to his future family, unlike how he is treated by his parents. However, Melvin's dream of a perfect family is shattered as a series of adversities hits his life and forces him to choose between his family and marriage. Melvin is first tested when his father becomes severely ill, while his wife is going through a tough pregnancy. He goes on to face a tougher battle after his child is diagnosed with autism, and he unexpectedly has to take care of his sick brother while his mother recovers from a kidney operation. All of the chaos takes a toll on Melvin's marriage as his wife feels that he has failed as a father to his children with all the time he spends to help his family. As if life could not get any harder, Melvin's father and brother pass away. How will Melvin rise above the chaos that surrounds him?
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Ryan (Zanjoe Marudo) hails from a poor family, but this does not stop him from finishing school with the help of his loving father Ramon (Joey Marquez). He perseveres and becomes a public school teacher, and vows to help the kids in his community get the education he was fortunate to have. However, one major hindrance to his goal is their barrio's location-it is separated from the town by a river, making it difficult for the kids to attend school. This pushes Ryan to build a raft he calls "Balsa Basa" where he can teach kids. Despite his pure intentions, many cast doubts on his plans, with some parents worrying for the safety of their children. His own father even discourages him and tells him to stop his ambition. But a bigger turmoil will shake his determination as a strong typhoon hits them while sailing in the middle of the river, putting him and his students' life in danger. This will ignite a stronger crusade to end his passion project. How will Ryan fight for his goals?
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Teba (Janice de Belen) dismisses young Ian's (Enzo Pelojero) wish to become a soldier, thinking that it is merely a kid's dream. When her son grows up, Teba starts to worry about his dedication to engage in the dangerous profession. Despite her motherly concerns, Teba allows Ian (Joshua Garcia) to pursue his dream. However, she soon finds out that her son sustained a horrible wound while trying to win the war against rebel forces in the Zamboanga siege. As Ian succumbs to his injuries, Teba experiences the jolting pain of having to bury her beloved son.
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Jenny (Vivoree Esclito) promises her mother Elisa (Valerie Concepcion) that she will never rush into a relationship. Her first encounter with Janluis (Charles Kieron) starts to make her eat her words. Because of her admiration for Janluis, Jenny goes to great lengths in hopes of capturing his attention. However, Jenny continues to experience disappointments despite the numerous times that she forgives Janluis throughout their relationship. Jenny feels ready to give up, but soon gets a reminder that true love is worth every painful moment.
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Peachie (Jolina Magdangal) struggles to find the true purpose of her supernatural ability.
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Marrz Balaoro (Ann Curtis) fights through the challenges in his life in order to celebrate himself as a transgender man.
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UAAP Season 81 women's volleyball tournament Most Valuable Player Cherry Ann 'Sisi' Rondina strives to achieve victory for herself, her family, and her beloved university.
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Sarah (Shaina Magdayao) relentlessly fights for justice and her dignity amid the hardships she faced in Saudi Arabia.
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A very special love comes into Agnes' (Gelli de Belen) life despite her disability.
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Neglected by his parents, Bill (Izzy Canillo) turns to stealing to provide food for his brothers. After multiple encounters with the authorities, Bill finds himself nearly getting locked up behind bars. This turns out to be a blessing in disguise for him as he was offered to stay in a facility that rehabilitates children who are in conflict with the law. Filled with proper guidance from two scout masters, Bill (Xian Lim) changes for the better and eventually becomes a policeman. Believing that juvenile delinquents still have a bright future ahead of them, Bill spearheads an advocacy to help misguided children.
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An unexpected love blossoms between Rodelyn (Yen Santos) and Vincent (Rafael Rosell).
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Kirby's (Kiko Estrada) unconditional love for his mother, Corazon (Joanna Ampil), prevails despite the latter's mental illness.
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Estranged from her mother at a very young age, Gina (Meryll Soriano) grows up resenting Gloria (Daisy Cariño) for most of her life. Refusing to make amends with her apologetic mother, she soon builds a family of her own. Alot (Sharlene San Pedro), her happy-go-lucky daughter, promises to fulfill their dreams no matter what happens. But when Alot gets diagnosed with a life-threatening disease, Gina is determined to stand by her daughter's side and fight for her recovery. As their family faces the biggest hurdle, Gina realizes how love and forgiveness can ultimately heal her broken heart.
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When Roel is still an infant, Rosa (Ruby Ruiz) wholeheartedly takes him in and treats him as her own son. Growing up with his adoptive family's animosity, Roel (Vance Larena) constantly tries to prove himself in order to earn their love and respect. After scoring a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, Roel finds himself craving for affection from the wrong people. Despite the world turning its back on her son, Rosa remains by Roel's side, cheering him on as he continues to achieve his dreams. Roel soon realizes that his mother's love will always be the greatest love that he will ever know.
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Ever since she was a child, Maria (Ashley Sarmiento) has always craved for her mother Sally's (Ina Raymundo) affection. Upon receiving the opportunity to be with her mother, she flies to Australia to start a new life. Things turn to worse when Sally disowns Maria (Barbie Imperial) after she was caught stealing. Maria makes an effort to pursue her dreams but soon begins to spiral down and becomes addicted to drugs and sex while continually seeking love from men. Broken and hopeless, Maria receives an ever-needed help which leads her to realize her true worth.
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At a very young age, Zephanie (Yesha Camile) is blessed with a natural-born talent. Despite provoking jealousy from her sister Nessa (Rhed Bustamante), she resolves to make her family proud by pursuing her dream of becoming a famous singer. However, this proves not an easy feat as Zephanie (Maris Racal) often faces failure in amateur singing contests and TV competitions. As time goes by, Zephanie draws strength and inspiration from her family, who stands by her and helps pick herself up in order to try again. She soon stands on one of the biggest stage in the country to finally reach for the stars that are destined to be hers.
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Carlo (JB Agustin) starts to take interest in puppetry because of his mother, Miraluna (Lollie Mara). While he grows closer to her through his love for the craft, it also becomes the reason for his falling-out with his father, Jacinto (Ronnie Lazaro). As he continues to pursue his dream, Carlo (Ogie Alcasid) is struck by the reality that his passion cannot provide for his family. Just when his career is getting better, he meets his downfall after he fell prey to a big company. Because of his wife Cecil's (Vina Morales) unwavering support, he stands up and continues to try until he succeeds as an artist and as a father.
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Witnessing her parents' happy and successful marriage, Sha (Elisse Joson) raises her standards for love. When she falls head over heels for Tito (Richard Gutierrez), she bravely breaks the stereotype and persistently courts her handsome boss despite their 22-year age gap. Because of her determination, Sha eventually wins Tito's heart and soon cohabits with him despite her father Manny's (Allan Paule) disapproval. However, Sha's world comes crumbling down on her when she discovers that Tito sees marriage differently and realizes that her dream of having a happy family is far from reality.
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Yamyam (Xymon Pineda) remains optimistic despite his family's difficult life at a farm. While enjoying a simple lunch with his family, Yamyam (Xymon Pineda) asks Weni (Lito Pimentel) about his work in Cebu. Upon learning about a job opportunity in Cebu, Yamyam (Bon Andrew Lentejas) leaves Bohol with his cousin Ryan (Zyren dela Cruz). After almost losing his job at a furniture shop, Yamyam (Bon Andrew Lentejas) takes on different jobs in Cebu. While celebrating his birthday, Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) reveals to his family his plans of finishing his studies. In spite of his age, Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) returns to school to finish his primary studies. Despite his parents' disapproval, Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) remains adamant on attending school for his exams. To avoid missing his exams, Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) brings his sister Sarah with him to school. Jerome (Juan Miguel Severo) encourages Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) to start dating to help the latter unwind from his studies. During his first meeting with Elaine (Karen Reyes), Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) unexpectedly meets his girlfriend's father. Because of his friends' encouragement, Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) auditions in "Star Hunt" in their area. After passing the "Star Hunt" auditions, Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) worries about his studies and how his family will react to the news. Merin (Glenda Garcia) and Weni (Lito Pimentel) discourage Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) from pursuing show business after he informed them about the results of his "Star Hunt" auditions. After becoming part of "Pinoy Big Brother: Otso" Batch 2 Big 4, Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) reunites with his loved ones in Bohol. Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) gets hailed as the Ultimate Big Winner of "Pinoy Big Brother: Otso." Yamyam (Yamyam Gucong) and his parents move to their new home in Manila.
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Frino (Ketchup Eusebio) remembers how his father Marciano (Soliman Cruz) taught him how to swim as he struggles to stay afloat in the middle of the sea. Marciano (Soliman Cruz) remains optimistic that their family is complete despite losing their home to a fire. Frino (Ketchup Eusebio) regrets not being able to take Estrella (Dexter Doria) to a doctor when she succumbed to an illness. Marciano (Soliman Cruz) suddenly loses his consciousness at the burial of Estrella (Dexter Doria). Frino (Ketchup Eusebio) vows to Marciano (Soliman Cruz) that he will come back to Bohol as he asks permission to work in Cebu to give their family a better life. Frino (Ketchup Eusebio) opts not to tell his family about his real condition in Cebu as he asks Allan (Micah Muñoz) to bring a letter to his family. Frino's (Ketchup Eusebio) hopes are burned down after losing his house to fire. Frino (Ketchup Eusebio) and his friends talk about his reason for not returning home to his family. Frino (Ketchup Eusebio) cries when he catches sight of Marciano (Soliman Cruz). Frino (Ketchup Eusebio) becomes devastated upon learning from a townsman that Marciano (Soliman Cruz) died two years ago. As he becomes desperate, Frino (Ketchup Eusebio) comes to a decision to swim across the Cebu strait in order to get to Bohol. A group of sea patrollers rescues Frino (Ketchup Eusebio) after finding him floating in the sea. Frino (Ketchup Eusebio) bursts into tears as he reunites with his sister Selda (Tess Antonio) in the resting place of their parents. Frino (Ketchup Eusebio) reflects on his bold choice to brave the waters of Cebu and Bohol just to fulfill his promise to his late parents.
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Timi (Awra Briguela) goes through deep agony when her own mother, Cata (Jaya), refuses to accept her gender identity.
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Mesmerized by Violy's (Ritz Azul) beauty and singing, Zac (Joseph Marco) introduces himself to her. Zac (Joseph Marco) professes his deep love for Violy (Ritz Azul). Violy (Ritz Azul) stands up for herself when Zac's parents judge her for her job. With the news of Violy's (Ritz Azul) pregnancy, Zac (Joseph Marco) decides to seize the opportunity to fly to America. Zac (Joseph Marco) and Violy (Ritz Azul) shed tears as they bid farewell to each other. Violy (Ritz Azul) breaks down as she receives divorce papers from Zac (Joseph Marco). After her separation from Elmer (Victor Silayan), Violy (Ritz Azul) continues with her job as a bar singer.Jennifer (Claire Ruiz) persuades Violy (Boots Anson-Roa) to join the singing competition, Tawag ng Tanghalan. Zac (Dante Rivero), Violy (Boots Anson-Roa), and Jennifer (Claire Ruiz) reunite after 50 years. Zac (Dante Rivero) narrates about his life in America, while Violy (Boots Anson-Roa) confesses that her love for him has never faltered. Zac (Dante Rivero) and Violy (Boots Anson-Roa) share a dance together after a very long time. Violy (Ritz Azul) meets Elmer (Victor Silayan) and decides to give love another shot.
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Max (Maymay Entrata) invites Gab (Edward Barber) to partner up with her in a game of chicken fight. After Gab's (Edward Barber) constant pursuance, Max finally agrees to be his girlfriend. Gab fails to stand up for Max when Liza (Pinky Amador) catches them together in his room. Max decides to break up with Gab upon his failure to explain their relationship to his mother. Gab and Max catch up with each other after summer vacation and decide to be just friends. Gab confesses to Max that he never stopped loving her and asks for a second chance. After getting their parents' approval of their relationship, Gab and Max continue to love each other when they get to college. While celebrating their anniversary, Gab discovers a lump in Max's legs. Max delivers the heartbreaking news about her illness to Gab. Upon learning that her leg will be amputated, Max puts on a brave face in front her loved ones. Gab can only watch from a distance as Max breaks down in her parents' arms. In spite of Max pushing him away, Gab promises that he will always be there for her. Gab (Edward Barber) vows to be Max's strength, while Max swears to keep their memories together in her heart. Max's family is left devastated as she takes her dying breath. Gab recalls his great memories with Max as he vows never to let her legacy die.
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Ayie (Krystal Mejes) and her sisters develop trauma because of the abusive behavior of their father, Yman (Jeric Raval). Upon witnessing how Ayie suffered from her situation at home, Alps (Rita Avila) decides to take the child under her care. Ayie (Julia Baretto) lives a peaceful life with Alps as she continues her studies, but everything changed when she is diagnosed with bipolar disorder. In spite of her tough situation, Ayie continues to live on with great strength with the help of her loved ones by her side. However, she soon finds out that the sources of her courage are also battling inner demons like her.
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Scarred by the painful events that marred his childhood, Billy (Kit Thompson) tries to seek love and affection from his adoptive family. Driven by his need to become independent, he resorts to selling his body in order to make ends meet. Striving to change for the better, he meets Francis (Zeus Collins) and resolves to build a new life around him. However, Billy's reckless actions in the past resulted in a diagnosis that will change his life forever.
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In spite of turning her back from her dream vocation at a young age, Lina dedicates her latter years to serve the abandoned elderly.
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After suffering from a miscarriage during their first attempt, Marizo (Janice de Belen) and Wilfred (Raymond Bagatsing) vow to do better with Kobe (McCoy de Leon). As her family grows, Marizo vows to protect her sons from getting hurt. However, she soon learns that Kobe wants to learn how to ride the motorcycle. Despite trying to prevent her son from getting hurt, Marizo's life suddenly turns upside down when Kobe gets involved in an accident.
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After engaging in a romantic relationship at a young age, Tin (Ashley Sarmiento) and Tantan (Marc Santiago) get their hearts broken as their immaturity got the best of them. However, when they encounter much serious problems as they get older, Tin (Heaven Peralejo) and Tantan (Joshua Colet) find themselves running to each other for comfort and strength. Not wanting to be away from his partner, Tantan makes a tough decision when Tin opts to sacrifice for her family by working abroad.
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Inspired by her father, Nesthy (Jane De Leon) chases her dream of becoming a great boxer despite being told by her rude relatives that boxing is just for boys. Just as she is flourishing in the Philippine Women's Boxing National Team, she finds herself struggling when problems befall her family, causing her mental toughness to deteriorate. Soon, the athlete suffers a crippling setback, but she takes it as an opportunity to grow more in the sport. Rising above the pain and failures, Nesthy continues to strive hard to fulfill her dreams for herself and her family and to prove that women can succeed in a field dominated by men.
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Bound by common interests, Danny (Markus Paterson) and Lorna (Teresa Loyzaga) find it easy to build a friendship despite their 34-year age gap. As their special bond develops into something deeper, the two struggle to contain their feelings and eventually give in to their hearts' desires. In spite of all their differences and their family's harsh judgement, Danny and Lorna vow to beat all odds and grow old together.
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Born in poverty, Darius (Yñigo Delen) grows up witnessing the struggles of his parents in making ends meet. Despite having a disability, the one-legged boy resolves to find a job to help his family. After a tragic event, his siblings unravel each other's suppressed frustrations that lead their household to fall apart even more than they already are. Darius (Louise Abuel) refuses to fall into misery and takes a chance to get on with life with his improvised bamboo leg.
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The successful love story of Karen's parents has always been her inspiration in searching for a perfect relationship. However, Karen (Yen Santos) gives up on her search for Mr. Right upon experiencing a series of heartbreaks, ultimately deciding to embrace her lonely fate. Just as when she has become adamant to guard her heart, she meets police bachelor Jayson (Enzo Pineda) who manages to make her believe in love anew. Soon, Karen fails to avoid another heartache, pushing her to realize that love is anything but perfect.
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Aira (Janella Salvador) experiences a fairytale-like love story when she meets her prince charming, Jason (Joshua Garcia). However, their awfully sweet relationship ends in a painful breakup when Aira's love for Jason gets out of hand. While Aira tries to move forward, Jason succumbs to loneliness and hits rock bottom. Slowly realizing her mistakes, Aira resolves to win back Jason who has unfortunately resolved to forget her.
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Knowing that his dream of becoming a professional basketball player is unattainable, Jerry (Sid Lucero) pours his heart and soul into making art. Through this, he meets Sheryl (Gelli de Belen) whom he builds a family with despite her parents' disapproval. After losing his family because of a mistake, a chain of ill-fated events causes his life to fall apart. Through art, a hopeful Jerry tries to get back on track with his idol Kobe Bryant's Mamba mentality as his inspiration.
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Fighting for their love for each other, Ferdie (Cris Villanueva) and Elvira (Vina Morales) resolve to build a home for each other and for their children. However, anhidrotic ectodermal dysplasia, a rare genetic condition, complicates the lives of their four sons. While he tries his best to earn his mother-in-law Soring's (Marissa Delgado) and his brother-in-law Paquito's (Epi Quizon) approval, Ferdie goes through great lengths to provide for his children and to protect them from the judging eyes of the world.
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El (Arjo Atayde) and Lerma (Jane de Leon) forge a loving relationship while pursuing their dreams as doctors. Despite struggling with their toxic schedule in the hospital, the couple still manages to find time for each other without forgetting their duties to their patients. However, a challenging situation soon forces them to face the harsh reality of their responsibilities in the medical field.
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At a young age, Maro (Joshua Garcia) has already set his sights on pursuing his education in hopes of providing a better life for himself and his family. Despite the overwhelming pressure from his mother Daylyn (Shamaine Buencamino) to give up his big dreams for the sake of prioritizing the growing needs of their impoverished family, the young Amaro refuses to let go of his aspirations in life with the help of his loyal and supportive father, Layot (Nonie Buencamino). However, Maro begins to lose hope when the very people who are capable to extend their helping hand toward him abuse his perseverance for their own selfish interests.
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Growing up away from her siblings after their parents ended their marriage, Kristine (Kim Chiu) tries to fulfill her promise to her departed mother (Karla Pambid) that she will eventually be reunited with her loved ones. Setting up a Christmas reunion fund every year, she takes it upon herself to work hard in hopes of providing a better future for her siblings. However, the distance between them soon takes a toll as the responsibilities piling up on Kristine's shoulders seem too much for her to bear, leaving her siblings feeling like a burden to their eldest sister. Meanwhile, their father Pablo (Nor Domingo) returns to the picture in his attempt to repair their broken family.
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After finally taking her family to Dubai through sheer determination and hard work, Vagelyn (Angel Aquino) finds herself looking for someone to fill the gap inside her heart. Following several attempts in dating, she reconnects with high school batchmate and notorious bully, Janwell (Adrian Alandy). Brushing aside their interactions online as mere coincidence, Vagelyn soon realizes the possibility of turning their budding relationship into a life-long commitment.
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After her heart got broken for the second time because of her boyfriend Gio's (Mark McMahon) incessant infidelity, Karla (Arci Muñoz) finds a new reason to be happy upon reconnecting with her former classmate, Ralph (Ejay Falcon). Convinced that he is the right one for her, Karla fights for their love amid her family's and friends' concern about her boyfriend's baggage. Ralph's insecurities, however, begin to put a rift on their relationship, leaving Karla back to square one. A realization soon dawns upon her while she tries to pick herself back up.
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Bert (Nash Aguas) instantly forms a friendship with Dodong (Francis Magundayao) and takes him under his wing as soon as he finds out his family situation. Despite hating his father Ismael (Bart Guingona) for leaving their family, a strong urge to avenge him engulfs Bert after the former was brutally murdered. Bent on giving justice to his father, his brother Rey's (Jomari Angeles) preaching about forgiveness falls on deaf ears until Bert finds himself on death's doorstep. However, the pain of his past haunts him when he finally reunites with Dodong while threading on the spiritual path.
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Despite their plan of spending the rest of their lives in each other's arms, an easygoing Gerard (Jameson Blake) begins to drift apart from his goal-oriented girlfriend Jobelle (Charlie Dizon) when they enter college. Their relationship gets a second chance with Gerard's efforts, until Jobelle meets Christian (Jason Dy). Upon seeing that her nursing lecturer is her ideal man, Jobelle begins to give her relationship with Gerard a second thought. Soon, the couple realizes the most important thing in fulfilling their dream.
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Rebecca grew up taking to heart her mother Conching's(Irma Adlawan) teaching that she must face life's problems using her head before her emotions. Having ten siblings, Rebecca knew that she needed to help Conching to feed their family because her father Arong and older siblings were too dependent on her mother. She helped Conching sell fish and accepted house cleaning jobs to fund her tuition. Her life became even more difficult when her father's favorite child died of dengue and her mother got diagnosed with lung cancer. But instead of letting her emotions get the best of her, she strived hard to support her family and became the CEO of her own company.
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Raddy Dionisio (Neil Coleta) used to be bullied by Petrus Samonte (Joao Constancia) when they were young. Their lives took an unexpected turn when Petrus turned blind. Raddy proved to be the loyal friend who would stand by Petrus' side through thick and thin. Raddy was there when Petrus faced many life trials-from his father's death to his first heartache. But their friendship was put to the test when Raddy began a family of his own. Will their bond prove unbreakable even as one of them has decided to start his own family? Will Petrus now face the coming challenges in his life alone?
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Ivy (Rita Avila) loves to act on stage but she agreed to put it on hold when her boyfriend Ian (William Lorenzo) asked her to when he proposed marriage so that they can have children. But Ivy was unable to return to acting even after having four children as Ian continued to forbid her. Sacrificing her passion, Ivy set up a school with her husband. Even as she followed a new path in life, the two continued to fight, which eventually resulted in their separation. Ivy was able to pursue acting again with the help of her children and the teachers in her school. This is when she met Carl (Paulo Angeles), a young theater actor whom Ivy had to mentor. Despite their 16 year age gap, Ivy fell in love and took a risk by having a relationship with him. Will Ivy regret her decision? Will Carl heal the wounds in Ivy's heart?
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Zaldy (JM) and Jex (Janine) work as chefs in an airline catering services company. Jex has a longtime crush on Zaldy and not wasted time asking him out. But to her disappointment, Zaldy keeps rejecting her invitation. As Jex leaves the company to look for greener pastures, the two eventually lose touch with each other only to reconnect years later after failed relationships. It doesn't take long before they eventually start dating. As the pandemic was brewing, the two decide to push through with their planned trip to Baguio. With their more-than-friends, less-than-lovers status, the two find themselves stuck together indefinitely in the city as Luzon is put into lockdown. How did the two eventually find love in each other? What challenges did they face after being forced to stay together during the pandemic?
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Larcy's (Meryll) world gets crushed when she learns about her husband Jun's (Manuel Chua) affair with Rose (Ingrid de la Paz), with whom he has a child named Ryan (Aljon Mendoza). But instead of leaving him, Larcy decides to make a sacrifice to make her family complete again. When she learns that the woman has decided to leave Jun, Larcy offers to take care of their son. But her effort does not pay off as their relationship continues to fall apart. Nevertheless, she has no regrets about loving Ryan. Things eventually get complicated when Rose comes back after many years to take Ryan back. Will Larcy give Ryan back to his biological mother? How will this affect their relationship as mother and son?
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JM was born in a poor family and almost failed to finish his studies. Because of their family's hardships, his mother discouraged him from aspiring to become a singer, and told him to instead focus on his studies. But even after graduating in college and getting a high paying job, JM knew that something was missing in his life. With support from his stepfather and his once skeptical mother, JM joined Tawag ng Tanghalan where he gained not just money and fame, but more important life lessons that helped him unlock his dreams.
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Based on a viral story online, this episode is about a young couple who proves that love knows no boundaries and "one's status in life is not the basis of choosing who to fall in love." Rose (played by Kim), an engineer, and JR (Pepe), a tricycle driver, fall in love but their relationship is mired in struggles and challenges.
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MMK "Finding Papa" begins the narrative with Jericho (Cris) leaving the young Jai (Maris). The longing for paternal love becomes stronger as Jai grows up, thus her search for her father. Tenacity and prayers pay off when she finally tracks him down but it is not the reunion she expected. Jai learns that the father she thought would make her complete is a broken man himself. And that's where it becomes a more inspiring, arduous journey.
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