Blusang Itim

Blusang Itim
Also known as Beauty Within
Genre Drama
Created by Elena Patron
Based on Blusang Itim (1986)
Directed by Jay Altarejos[1]
Starring Kylie Padilla
Opening theme "Maghihintay Ako Sa 'Yo" by Mark Alain Echem
Ending theme "Maghihintay Ako Sa 'Yo" by Mark Alain Echem
Country of origin Philippines
Original language(s) Tagalog
No. of episodes 65
Production
Executive producer(s) Wilma Galvante
Production location(s) Philippines
Camera setup Multiple-camera setup
Running time 45 minutes
Production company(s) GMA Entertainment TV
Release
Original network GMA Network
Picture format 480i (SDTV)
Original release May 16 (2011-05-16) – August 12, 2011 (2011-08-12)

Blusang Itim (International title: Beauty Within / lit. Black Blouse) is a 2011 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based from the comic of Elena Patron of the same name. Directed by Jay Altajeros, it stars Kylie Padilla.[2] It premiered on May 16, 2011 on the network's Dramarama Sa Hapon line up replacing Alakdana. The series concluded on August 2, 2011 with a total of 65 episodes. It was replaced by Pahiram ng Isang Ina in its timeslot.

Overview

1986 film

Blusang Itim was first introduced as a novel written by Elena Patron and was serialized from 1981 to 1983. In 1986, the novel was adapted into a film which was produced by Seiko Films with Snooky Serna[3] in the lead role playing Jessa. It became a success. This started the popularity of Richard Gomez and Snooky Serna's love team.

2011 TV remake

In preparation for the television remake, GMA Network gave auditions to their roster of young actresses for the lead role. The names of StarStruck V's winner, Sarah Lahbati, and newcomers Gwen Zamora and Isabelle Daza were heavily considered for Jessa's role. But, in the end, it was Kylie Padilla who was chosen by the network.[4]

Premise

The story revolves around Jessa, an ugly woman who wants to be accepted by people despite her appearance. She also hopes to be loved by a man wholeheartedly despite her looks. These seems to be possible for Jessa when she wears the mysterious black blouse. The black blouse as the mystical garment has the power to make the wearer beautiful and sexually attractive to men.

Cast and characters

Main cast
Supporting cast
Guest cast

International broadcast

Country Network Title Date
Vietnam SNTV SCTV6 Bí ẩn của sắc đẹp May 27, 2014

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Blusang Itim earned a 15.6% rating.[5] While the final episode scored an 18.5% rating.[6]

References

  1. ↑ http://www.stir.ph/LM/articles~level2/id-1302746274559_1/ai-null/Ako_ang_director_ng_remake_ng_Blusang_Itim.html
  2. ↑ Kylie Padilla will topbill GMA-7's new afternoon soap opera, Blusang Itim
  3. ↑ Blusang Itim (1986)
  4. ↑ Kylie Padilla out to prove she deserves lead role
  5. ↑ Santiago, Erwin (May 17, 2011). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila People & Household Ratings (May 13-16): Wil Time Bigtime debuts; Blusang Itim replaces Alakdana". Retrieved March 5, 2018.
  6. ↑ Santiago, Erwin (August 17, 2011). "UPDATED AGB Nielsen Mega Manila People & Household Ratings (Aug. 12-15): Eat Bulaga! and Munting Heredera maintain top positions". Retrieved March 5, 2018.
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