Rosalka

Rosalka is a 2010 Philippine drama starring Empress Schuck in the title role along with Matt Evans and Felix Roco.[1][2][3] The series aired on ABS-CBN from May 17, 2010 to October 22, 2010.

Not to be confused with Rusalka.
Rosalka
Title card
Genre
Directed by
Starring
Theme music composerRico J. Puno
Opening theme"Lupa" by Erik Santos
Country of originPhilippines
Original language(s)Filipino
No. of episodes115
Production
Executive producer(s)Sackey Prince Pendatun
Production location(s)Philippines
Running time35 minutes
Production company(s)Star Creatives
Release
Original networkABS-CBN
Picture format480i (SDTV)
Original releaseMay 17 (2010-05-17) –
October 22, 2010 (2010-10-22)
External links
Website

Plot

The story revolves around a young lady named Rosalka, judged and shunned by the public because of her "horrible" disability—all, except for a man who seems to accept her for who she is. But will their love stand the test of time—and of society, when the mystery of Rosalka's disability is made public? Rosa is carrying a monster inside her back that detaches itself every full moon which then transforms Rosa into a beautiful lady. The monster dies at the ending because of saving its and Rosa's mother from Wilfred.

Cast and characters
The cast of Rosalka

Main cast

Supporting cast

Extended cast

Special participation
  • Barbie Sabino as young Rosa
  • Maliksig Morales as young Jason
  • Cass Ponti as Jason's mother
  • Cherry Lou as Connie
  • Ina Feleo as Christine
  • Bam Romana as Henry
  • Martin del Rosario as young Johnny

Launch

Rosalka was launched as one of the ABS-CBN's offerings for the 2010, during the ABS-CBN Trade Launch and was announced during the Kapamilya Trade Launch held in Boracay.

Trivia

In Slavic mythology, there is a supernatural creature called "Rusalka" which generally resemble mermaids and nymphs.

Award
  • 2010 PMPC Star Awards for Television's "Best Daytime-Drama Series"

See also

References
  1. Placente, Rommel (May 6, 2010). "Felix Roco dismisses rumored rift with dad Bembol Roco". PEP.ph.
  2. Acosta, Ish (April 21, 2010). "Empress will soon play a hunchback named Rosalka". PEP.ph.
  3. Almo, Nerisa (May 15, 2010). "Empress Schuck shares similar traits with her character in Rosalka". PEP.ph.
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