Maria Flordeluna
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Maria Flordeluna is a Filipino
soap opera
that aired on the ABS-CBN
television network and DZMM TeleRadyo
in the Philippines and on The Filipino Channel
worldwide. A radio version of the series aired weekdays on DZMM 630 in the Philippines.
The series is based on the Flordeluna radio drama of the 1970s written by Marcos Navarro Sacol. Flordeluna was first adapted for television by RPN-9 (now Solar TV
) in the 1980s starring Janice de Belen
in the title role.
Maria Flordeluna tells the story of the title character, an 11-year-old girl, and her efforts in bringing her family together against all odds.
. It ended to make way for MMK sa DZMM
.
. The song was nominated for a 2007 Awit Award.
There are also two love themes: "Hanggang May Kailanman" performed by Vina Morales
, but originally performed by Carol Banawa
(both versions were used on the show) and "Lihim" performed by Acel Bisa.
Also used during the show is a version of "Lihim" sung by Alwyn Uytingco and Jill Yulo.
or GMA
to have gained viewers through the duration of its run until its eventual record breaking finale episode. It currently holds the record as the highest rated program on nationwide Philippine television (42.3%, based on monthly nationwide ratings) since AGB Nielsen's nationwide urban television audience measurement service (NUTAM) was first launched in October 2006.
The finale episode itself holds the record as the highest NUTAM rated series finale (and highest rated episode of a regular series) with a 49.3%.
and Maalaala Mo Kaya
.
Source: AGBNMR Philippines
Source: AGBNMR Philippines
The finale episode scored a rating of 36.5% in Mega Manila
, beating its rival show, Asian Treasures
having a rating of 30.5%.
This was the figure:
Philippines
The Philippines , officially known as the Republic of the Philippines , is a country in Southeast Asia in the western Pacific Ocean. To its north across the Luzon Strait lies Taiwan. West across the South China Sea sits Vietnam...
soap opera
Soap opera
A soap opera, sometimes called "soap" for short, is an ongoing, episodic work of dramatic fiction presented in serial format on radio or as television programming. The name soap opera stems from the original dramatic serials broadcast on radio that had soap manufacturers, such as Procter & Gamble,...
that aired on the ABS-CBN
ABS-CBN
ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ...
television network and DZMM TeleRadyo
DZMM TeleRadyo
ABS-CBN DZMM TeleRadyo is a cable TV channel broadcasting a simulcast of ABS-CBN's flagship AM radio station DZMM, as well as a live video feed of the radio booth itself...
in the Philippines and on The Filipino Channel
The Filipino Channel
The Filipino Channel is an international television station owned by the Philippine-based multimedia conglomerate ABS-CBN Corporation. The network is currently available in Asia Pacific, Australia, Canada, Europe, Middle East, and the United States. It has over two million subscribers in these...
worldwide. A radio version of the series aired weekdays on DZMM 630 in the Philippines.
The series is based on the Flordeluna radio drama of the 1970s written by Marcos Navarro Sacol. Flordeluna was first adapted for television by RPN-9 (now Solar TV
Radio Philippines Network
Radio Philippines Network, Inc. is a broadcast television network in the Philippines co-owned by the Government Communications Group, Solar Entertainment Corporation, Far East Managers and Investors Inc., and private sectors. This station studios are located at Broadcast City, Old Balara, Capitol...
) in the 1980s starring Janice de Belen
Janice de Belen
Janice de Belen is a Filipina actress, commercial model and television host who was a GMA Network contract artist. She returns back to ABS-CBN via Budoy -Early life:...
in the title role.
Maria Flordeluna tells the story of the title character, an 11-year-old girl, and her efforts in bringing her family together against all odds.
Cast and characters
This is the main cast of Maria Flordeluna| Actor / Character | Character Description |
|---|---|
| Eliza Pineda |
Maria Flordeluna is the daughter of Leo and Elvira. She was named after a white flower that only blooms at night. She is an eleven year old who struggles to keep her family together and happy. In the end of the story, to keep her father alive, she pushes him out of the way and dies from falling into a pile of rocks. |
| Eula Valdez |
Jo Espero is a teacher who first falls in love with Leo Alicante in 1994 and marries him 13 years later. She has one daughter, Wilma. |
| Albert Martinez |
Leo Alicante is the father of Maria Flordeluna and Reneboy with his deceased wife Elvira Aragoncillo. He is now married to Jo Espero. |
| John Estrada |
Gary Alvarado is a soldier in the Philippine military and Leo's half-brother/rival. |
| Vina Morales |
Elvira Aragoncillo is a governors daughter who falls in love with Leo Alicante and marries him. She dies after being shot by rebels and enemies of Leo and the Philippine military. |
| Liza Lorena |
Brigida is Jo's mother and Wilma's grandmother. Her nickname is "Mamita." |
| Alwyn Uytingco |
JC is a student at the university Annie attends and is the leader of an on-campus action group. |
| Jill Yulo |
Annie is the daughter of Tibor, who is attending college and lives with her father at the Alicante home. |
| Johnny Delgado |
Carlos Alvarado is a retired Philippine military general and father to Leo and Gary. He is the grandfather of Maria Flordeluna and Reneboy. |
| Roldan Aquino |
Tibor is Leo's uncle who now serves as the family driver. |
| Nash Aguas |
Reneboy is the youngest son of Leo and Elvira and brother to Maria Flordeluna. He is eight years old. |
| Kristel Fulgar |
Wilma is the daughter of Jo Espero who becomes Flor and Reneboy's stepsister. |
| Minnie Aguilar |
Soling is the trusted servant of the Alicante family. |
Also starring
- Mark Dionisio as Lt. Col. Isagani Fernandez
- Frances Ignacio as Marie: She is Jo's partner at the tutoring center.
- Menggie Cobarrubias as General Torres
- Neil Ryan Sese as Adolfo
- Cheena as Greta: She is Brigida's personal maid.
- Darius Cardano as Mark
- Johann Nicdao as Marco
- Peewee OHara as Iya: She is JC's yaya or nanny who helps him and Annie realize their feelings for each other.
- Dennis Coronel as Captain Castro
- Nikki Bagaporo as Angel: She is Flor's best friend at school.
- Ariel Reonal as Ariel Trono: He's a television news correspondent who reports on the controversy about Leo Alicante and Gary/Spider and later on contacts the latter for a price.
Guest stars
- Carlo Artillaga as Lawyer of Leo
- Bing Davao as Young Carlos
- Mika Dela CruzMika Dela CruzMariko Nicolette E. Dela Cruz, also known as Mika Dela Cruz, is a Fillipina actress.She won the best child actress award at the 2010 Star Awards for Movies for the movie, T2....
as "Julia"/Maria Flordeluna Alicante II: The youngest sister of Flor, Reneboy, and Wilma. - Patrick dela Rosa as Allan
- Gabb Drillon as Teenage Gary
- Franzen FajardoFranzen FajardoFranzen is a Filipino actor, TV host, and former reality show contestant.Fajardo was forced evicted in the reality series Pinoy Big Brother on Day 91, November 19, 2005.-Early life:...
as Enteng - Mar Garchitorena as Governor Aragoncillo
- Tanya Gomez as Teresita V. Alicante
- Nanding Josef as Mang Jose
- Mike Lloren as Max
- Ricky Rivero as Police Investigator
- Yul Servo as Danillo Ferrer
- Yvette Taguera as Lias
Radio Cast
There was the voice cast of the radio version of Maria Flordeluna which was broadcast weekdays at 2:30PM on DZMMDZMM
ABS-CBN DZMM Radyo Patrol 630 is the flagship AM station of ABS–CBN Corporation in the Philippines. The station's studio is located at the ABS-CBN Broadcast Center, Sgt. Esguerra Ave., cor. Mo. Ignacia St., Diliman, Quezon City, while the transmitter is located at F. Navarette St., Obando, Bulacan...
. It ended to make way for MMK sa DZMM
Maalaala Mo Kaya
Maalaala Mo Kaya is a Philippine drama anthology series broadcast on ABS-CBN every Saturday evening and being hosted by Charo Santos-Concio. Currently, it became the longest-running drama anthology on Philippine television and on Asia...
.
- Roxanne Manato as Maria Flordeluna Alicante
- Christian Alviar as Rene Boy Alicante
- Mary Joy Adorable as Wilma Espero
- Roasanna Villegas as Jo Espero
- Danny Depante as Leo Alicante
- Abby Masilongan as Elvira Aragoncillo-Alicante
- Eric Galvez as Gary Alvarado
Theme songs
The series theme song is "Maria Flordeluna" and was written by Arden Condez and Jonathan Manalo. It was composed and arranged by Jonathan Manalo and is performed by Sheryn RegisSheryn Regis
Sheryn Mae Poncardas Regis , better known as simply Sheryn Regis, is a Filipina pop singer, composer, host and actress. Sheryn was a consistent top scorer of Star in a Million, where she eventually ended as runner-up to Erik Santos in January 2004...
. The song was nominated for a 2007 Awit Award.
There are also two love themes: "Hanggang May Kailanman" performed by Vina Morales
Vina Morales
Vina Morales is a Filipina singer, actress and model.-Career:...
, but originally performed by Carol Banawa
Carol Banawa
Carol Claire Aguilar Banawa , better known in the Philippines as Carol Banawa, is a US-based Filipina singer and actress. She was born in Pasay City to Albino and Cirila Banawa. She has two siblings, Alexander and Cherry. She was raised in Batangas...
(both versions were used on the show) and "Lihim" performed by Acel Bisa.
Also used during the show is a version of "Lihim" sung by Alwyn Uytingco and Jill Yulo.
Reception
Maria Flordeluna was the only primetime drama series in 2007 on either ABS-CBNABS-CBN
ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ...
or GMA
GMA Network
GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company...
to have gained viewers through the duration of its run until its eventual record breaking finale episode. It currently holds the record as the highest rated program on nationwide Philippine television (42.3%, based on monthly nationwide ratings) since AGB Nielsen's nationwide urban television audience measurement service (NUTAM) was first launched in October 2006.
The finale episode itself holds the record as the highest NUTAM rated series finale (and highest rated episode of a regular series) with a 49.3%.
The 21st Star Awards for Television
The series was nominated for Best Primetime Drama Series at the 21st Star Awards for Television, given by The Philippine Movie Press Club.The 20th Awit Awards 2007
The theme song, "Maria Flordeluna," was nominated in the category of Best Song Written for Movie/TV/Stage Play.Catholic Mass Media Awards 2008
The series is nominated for Best Drama Series/Program against fellow ABS-CBN series LoboLobo (TV series)
Lobo is Philippine supernatural–fantasy horror TV series produced by ABS-CBN that premiered January 28, 2008 and ran through July 2008...
and Maalaala Mo Kaya
Maalaala Mo Kaya
Maalaala Mo Kaya is a Philippine drama anthology series broadcast on ABS-CBN every Saturday evening and being hosted by Charo Santos-Concio. Currently, it became the longest-running drama anthology on Philippine television and on Asia...
.
Credits
- Directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng
- 2nd Unit Director: Rechie del Carmen
- Headwriter Arah Jell Badayos
- Writers: Rose Colindres, Arden Condez
- Executive Producers: Minnella Abad, Myleen Ongkiko
- Musical Director: Jessie Lasaten
- Lighting Director: Christopher Manjares, George Tutanes
- Production Designers: Sammy Aranzamendez, Malou Dugtong-de Guzman
- Creative Consultant: Loida Viriña
- Creative Manager: Jake Tordesillas
- Production Manager: Annaliza A. Goma
- Executive-in-Charge of Creative: Olivia M. Lamasan
- Executive-in-Charge of Production: Malou N. Santos
- Associate Producer Maria Eleanor Trono
- Assistant Directors Bombee Blaza, Raymond Ocampo, Paul Michael Acero
Weekly episode ratings (Mega Manila Area)
| Week | Dates | Average | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 02/12-16/2007 | 25.3% | 28.2% |
| 02 | 02/19-23/2007 | 25.0% | 27.0% |
| 03 | 02/26-03/02/2007 | 24.1% | 24.5% |
| 04 | 03/05-09/2007 | 22.1% | 22.9% |
| 05 | 03/12-16/2007 | 21.8% | 23.1% |
| 06 | 03/19-23/2007 | 22.5% | 24.6% |
| 07 | 03/26-30/2007 | 22.3% | 24.3% |
| 08 | 04/02-04/2007 | 21.8% | 22.1% |
| 09 | 04/09-13/2007 | 22.5% | 25.5% |
| 10 | 04/16-20/2007 | 21.7% | 24.4% |
| 11 | 04/23-27/2007 | 23.0% | 24.1% |
| 12 | 04/30-05/04/2007 | 24.6% | 25.8% |
| 13 | 05/07-11/2007 | 25.6% | 26.0% |
| 14 | 05/14-18/2007 | 25.1% | 26.2% |
| 15 | 05/21-25/2007 | 26.8% | 27.8% |
| 16 | 05/28-06/01/2007 | 28.5% | 33.3% |
| 17 | 06/04-08/2007 | 30.7% | 32.6% |
| 18 | 06/11-15/2007 | 30.2% | 31.8% |
| 19 | 06/18-22/2007 | 31.6% | 36.6% |
| Series Run | 25.0% | 36.6% | |
Source: AGBNMR Philippines
Series finale ratings
Official ratings for the finale episode which aired on Friday, June 22, 2007.| Region | Rating |
|---|---|
| Urban Philippines | 49.3% |
| Metro Manila | 36.6% |
| Balance Luzon | 48.6% |
| North & Central Luzon | 40.4% |
| South Luzon | 55.2% |
| Visayas | 61.8% |
| Mindanao | 75.7% |
| Average | 52.51% |
| Nationwide | 49.3% |
Source: AGBNMR Philippines
The finale episode scored a rating of 36.5% in Mega Manila
Mega Manila
Mega Manila is the term used for the regions of Central Luzon, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA and Metro Manila. It is frequently used in the press, advertising, television and radio...
, beating its rival show, Asian Treasures
Asian Treasures
Asian Treasures is an action-adventure Philippine drama aired and produced by GMA Network starred by Angel Locsin and Robin Padilla, and was directed by Eric Quizon.This show is all about Asian History....
having a rating of 30.5%.
This was the figure:
| Placing | TV Program (Station) | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Maria Flordeluna (ABS-CBN) | 36.5% |
| 2nd | Asian Treasures Asian Treasures Asian Treasures is an action-adventure Philippine drama aired and produced by GMA Network starred by Angel Locsin and Robin Padilla, and was directed by Eric Quizon.This show is all about Asian History.... (GMA 7) |
30.6% |
| 3rd | Impostora Impostora Impostora or The Impostor is a Philippine drama aired on GMA Network. It is directed by renowned director Maryo J. de los Reyes starring Sunshine Dizon and Iza Calzado.... (GMA 7) |
30.5% |
| 4th | Lupin Lupin Lupinus, commonly known as Lupins or lupines , is a genus in the legume family . The genus comprises about 280 species , with major centers of diversity in South and western North America , and the Andes and secondary centers in the Mediterranean region and Africa Lupinus, commonly known as Lupins... (GMA 7) |
29.3% |
| 5th | Walang Kapalit Walang Kapalit Walang Kapalit was a Philippine television series broadcast by ABS-CBN. It premiered April 23, 2007 on ABS-CBN's Primetime Bida.A riveting story coupled by an equally riveting cast... (ABS-CBN) |
27.8% |
| 6th | Kapamilya Deal or No Deal (ABS-CBN) | 26.5% |
| 7th | TV Patrol World TV Patrol World TV Patrol is the flagship national network news broadcast of ABS-CBN in the Philippines. It is aired Monday to Friday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., Saturdays from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sundays from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.... (ABS-CBN) |
26.4% |
| 8th | 24 Oras 24 Oras 24 Oras ' is the flagship national network news broadcast of GMA Network. A nightly national newscast which airs in the Philippines and worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV. It is aired Weeknights at 6:30-8:00 PM, Saturdays at 5:15 to 6:00 PM and Sundays at 6:00 to 6:45 PM... (GMA 7) |
25.1% |
| 9th | Jumong (GMA 7) | 24.8% |
| 10th | Eat Bulaga (GMA 7) | 23.0% |
Nationwide ratings
- Maria Flordeluna topped the nationwide ratings for June 2007, according to AGBNMR Philippines.
TV Program (Station) Rating Maria Flordeluna (ABS-CBN) 42.3% Kapamilya Deal or No Deal (ABS-CBN) 38.8% Ysabella (ABS-CBN) 36.7% Walang Kapalit (ABS-CBN) 36.7% Super Twins (GMA) 31.9%
Production
More than 1,000 young actresses auditioned for the role of Maria Flordeluna which eventually went to Eliza Pineda. The pilot episode aired for approximately one hour and 20 minutes on Monday, February 12, 2007. The finale episode had a runtime of approximately 45 minutes (excluding commercials).Trivia
- The original role was played by TV host and actress child star Janice De Belen.
- The writer of the story is Loida Virina, who also made Gulong ng PaladGulong ng PaladGulong ng Palad is a Philippine 50's radio drama series and 1980s soap opera hit...
. Both her serials were very successful and remade on ABS-CBN. - The 1970s version ran for 10 years, while the 2007 version ran for 5 months.
- Eliza Pineda and Kristel Fulgar were together for the second time after the drama series BituinBituinBituin is a Filipino soap opera that was aired by ABS-CBN from September 2002 to May 2003. It starred Carol Banawa and Desiree Del Valle, together with Nora Aunor and Cherie Gil...
, as the young Desiree Del Valle (Eliza) and young Carol Banawa (Kristel).
External links
- Maria Flordeluna Official Website
- Maria Flordeluna Official Blog
- ABS-CBN Forums - Maria Flordeluna Forum
- Maria Flordeluna Thread at Pinoy Exchange Forums
- Maria Flordeluna at Telebisyon.net