Magpahanggang Wakas
| Magpahanggang Wakas | |
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 Magpahanggang Wakas title card | |
| Also known as | I'll Never Say Goodbye |
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| Created by | Gina Marissa Tagasa |
| Based on | Kastilyong Buhangin |
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| Directed by |
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| Starring | |
| Opening theme | Magpahanggang Wakas by Piolo Pascual with the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra |
| Composer(s) | Arnie Mendaros |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language(s) | |
| No. of episodes | 80 (list of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) | Narciso Yulores Gulmatico, Jr. |
| Producer(s) | Mavic Holgado-Oducayen |
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| Cinematography | Romeo Vitug |
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| Running time | 30–38 minutes |
| Production company(s) | RSB Drama Unit |
| Release | |
| Original network | ABS-CBN |
| Picture format |
480i (SDTV) 1080i (HDTV) |
| Original release | September 19, 2016 – January 6, 2017 |
| Chronology | |
| Related shows | Kastilyong Buhangin (film) |
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Magpahanggang Wakas (Lit: Until the End / English: I'll Never Say Goodbye) is a 2016 Philippine drama television series based on the 1980 film of the same name, starring Nora Aunor, Lito Lapid and Tonio Gutierrez. Directed by FM Reyes, it is topbilled by Jericho Rosales, Arci Muñoz and John Estrada. The series premiered on ABS-CBN's Primetime Bida evening block and worldwide via The Filipino Channel from September 19, 2016 to January 6, 2017, replacing Born for You.[1][2][3]
Synopsis
Waldo (Jericho Rosales), a righteous and hardworking son from a happy family, shares a deep love with Aryann (Arci Muñoz). Although both were young, their love for each other was undeniably genuine and true. However, their story changed one night when Waldo accidentally killed a man who attempted to rape Aryann. Waldo was convicted of the crime and was sent to prison. Feeling responsible for Waldo's misfortune, Aryann took on different jobs to raise money to get him out of jail and meets Tristan (John Estrada), who gave her the hand she was desperately looking for. Not soon after being freed, Waldo faced the vengeful brother of the man he killed and was shot. He falls of a cliff and drifts into the sea which made everyone, except Aryann, believe that he was dead. Having slowly accepted Waldo's death, Aryann moved on and found her way to Tristan, the man who didn't take advantage of her vulnerability during her darkest times. The two fall in love with each other and were set to be wed. During the announcement of their wedding, Aryann realizes the undeniable truth that Waldo is alive. Waldo and Aryann cross paths but the latter is no longer sure if she still shares the love they once had.
Cast
Main cast
- Jericho Rosales as Ronualdo "Waldo" del Mar – Main hero, Aryann's boyfriend turned husband in the end.
- Arci Muñoz as Aryann Castillo – Main female character, a strong-willed fighter who will become Waldo's wife in the end.
- John Estrada as Tristan Lozado – Main villain, Aryann's former husband who wants revenge at Waldo and plots to murder him.
Supporting cast
- Gelli de Belen as Jenna Celis-Lozado – Tristan's former wicked wife who hates Aryann. She orchestrated some assassinations to the protagonists. Until one day, she attempted to kill Simon (her evil manstress) but failed and died when she was pushed from the building.
- Rita Avila as Rosita "Tyang Rosing" Berdero-Natividad – Aryann's rude and aggressive aunt who formerly hates Waldo. Although sometimes being sharp-tounged to people, she keeps a good behavior. She now hates Jenna for being cruel.
- Lito Pimentel as Nicolas "Kulas" del Mar – Waldo's father.
- Liza Lorena as Malena "Nenang" del Mar – Waldo's grandmother.
- Ronaldo Valdez as Antonio "Tony" Sandoval
- Danita Paner as Leila Asuncion — Aryann and Issa's rival. She loves Waldo and will do anything to win him back even becoming selfish again.
- Maika Rivera as Cheska Lozado – Jenna's daughter who was kidnapped by Simon. After her mother died, Cheska ruthlessly blame Aryann and confront her many times, after the truth comes out, she became good to her.
- Jomari Angeles as Enrique "King" del Mar
- Marco Gumabao as Zachary "Zach" Flores – Cheska's love interest.
- Yen Santos as Clarissa "Issa" Ordoñez – Issa is the sharp-tounged, mean, and arrogant friend of Waldo. She later develops feeling for him and has a rival relationship at Leila.
- Cris Villanueva as Simon Flores – Zach's evil father who murders Jenna. He was killed by Tristan.
Guest cast
- Louise Abuel as young Enrique "King" del Mar
- Allan Paule as Armand Natividad
- Justin Cuyugan as Domingo "Dodong" Natividad
- Ana Abad Santos as Mariposa
- Jordan Gucake as Engr. Gomez
- Lollie Mara as Mamay Senya
- Eric Fructuoso as Tonio Rodriguez
- Maila Gumila as Atty. Angela Vidal
- Menggie Cobarrubias as Atty. Galvez
- Lander Vera Perez as Ted
- Claire Ruiz as Amanda
- Tom Olivar as Gary
- Jay Gonzaga as Engr. Comia
- David Chua as Nico Gomez
- Precious Lara Quigaman as Gina Meyers
- Chienna Filomeno as Maxene
- Jeric Raval as Dante Ordoñez
- Tart Carlos as Liezel
- Jojit Lorenzo as Percival "Percy" Moreno
- Pinky Amador as Atty. Thea Galvez (Tristan's lawyer)
- Nina Ricci Alagao as Atty. Villaruz
- Nina Medina as Judge Evangeline Diaz
- Jennica Garcia as Angel Faustino
- Manuel Chua as Kyle Faustino
- Yves Flores as Marlon Miranda
- Gilleth Sandico as Beth Miranda
- Valerie Concepcion as Cassandra
Reception
| PILOT EPISODE | FINALE EPISODE | PEAK | SOURCE |
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Production
Tentative title
The series was first announced on April 27, 2016 with a tentative title, Never Ever Say Goodbye. In August 2016, the drama's title was changed to Magpahanggang Wakas.[7]
Casting
Magpahanggang Wakas marks the return of Jericho Rosales on primetime after his successful series Bridges of Love made waves in different Latin American countries, including Peru. Arci Muñoz returns in her second primetime series after her successful portrayal as Norma Elizondo in Pasión de Amor, a Philippine adaptation of Pasión de Gavilanes by Telemundo.[8] It is also Rita Avila's comeback project on ABS-CBN four years after Walang Hanggan.[9] Meanwhile, the melodrama is also Gelli de Belen and Danita Paner's first major primetime project since after leaving TV5.
Timeslot
Magpahanggang Wakas replaced Born for You on September 19, 2016 in an earlier timeslot at 8:45pm after FPJ's Ang Probinsyano.[10] ABS-CBN decided to move Till I Met You's timeslot at 9:30pm.
International broadcast
References
- ↑ Gary Ann Lastrilla (June 30, 2016). "Danita Paner to have a primetime show on ABS-CBN". Push. Retrieved July 2, 2016.
- ↑ Gary Ann Lastrilla (July 1, 2016). "Is Gelli de Belen open to working with husband Ariel Rivera at the Kapamilya network?". Push. Retrieved July 2, 2016.
- ↑ Gary Ann Lastrilla (June 29, 2016). "Marco Gumabao is praying for a love team partner that will click with fans". Push. Retrieved July 2, 2016.
- ↑ "NATIONAL TV RATINGS (SEPTEMBER 19, 2016 – MONDAY)". abscbnpr.com. September 20, 2016. Retrieved September 20, 2016.
- ↑ http://abscbnpr.com/national-tv-ratings-december-13-15-2016/
- ↑ "NATIONAL TV RATINGS (JANUARY 6-8, 2017)". abscbnpr.com. January 9, 2016. Retrieved January 9, 2016.
- ↑ "Unang serye ni Arci at Jericho, may bagong nang titulo!". news.abscbn.com. August 25, 2016. Retrieved September 15, 2016.
- ↑ "Magpahanggang Wakas shows love that withstands the test of time". abscbnpr.com. September 11, 2016. Retrieved September 18, 2016.
- ↑ "'Magpahanggang Wakas' director opens up about working with wife Rita Avila". news.abscbn.com. September 14, 2016. Retrieved October 10, 2016.
- ↑ "ABS-CBN Primetime Bida: Simula ngayong September 19, 2016!". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Youtube. September 15, 2016. Retrieved September 18, 2016.
- ↑ "Trailer Untuk Selamanya (I'll Never Say Goodbye)".