Saan Darating Ang Umaga
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Saan Darating Ang Umaga? (Filipino
: "Where Will The Morning Come?") is an award-winning Philippine suspense drama
series aired on GMA Network
. This is the eleventh instalment of Sine Novela
. The original movie was released back in 1983.
Saan darating ang Umaga? is about the Rodrigo clan led by the powerful patriarch Don Leonardo Rodrigo (Charlie Davao). Don Leonardo is a wealthy businessman who is very proud of his humble beginnings. It was only through hard work and diligence that he was able to achieve all the luxuries in life. Today, he is one of the most respected and well known businessmen in the real estate business. And because of this he also expects his two sons to Dindo Rodrigo (Gary Estrada
) and Ruben Rodrigo (Joel Torre) to follow his lead.
Dindo and Ruben are architects working for their father's company. But it was Ruben who took after his father's ideals and compassion for the business. Not only is he talented but he is kind-hearted. He is a loving husband to Lorrie Rodrigo (Lani Mercado
) and a caring father to his daughter Shayne Rodrigo
(Yasmien Kurdi
).
Dindo, meanwhile, is the opposite of Ruben. He and his evil wife Agatha Rodrigo (Pinky Amador
) are very dependent and still live with Leonardo. Aside from not having a child, Dindo has been rumored for having an extramarital affair with his secretary Marinel "Mylene" Medina (Shirley Fuentes).
When Don Leonardo passes away, the Rodrigo patriarch leaves all his wealth as well as the firm to Ruben. But unknown to Ruben, his father's last will marks the beginning of a series of misfortune in their family.
Ruben and Lorrie have been longing to have another child since their only daughter Shayne is already a teenager. However, they will find out that Lorrie can no longer bear a child, leading them to adopt a young boy named Joel Rodrigo (Jacob Rica
).
Joel's presence provides an overwhelming happiness to Lorrie and Ruben. But it will be the beginning of Shayne's rebellion when she begins to feel neglected.
Shayne will then meet Raul Agoncillo (Dion Ignacio
) who will give her the attention she has been looking for from her parents.
Ruben and Lorrie try to mend back their family. Just when they thought it's going to be alright again, tragedy struck. As Ruben died Lorrie became mentally unstable and she blames Joel for her husband's death.
Shayne must then make a painful decision. Should she take Joel back to the orphanage? Especially now she has learned to love the child as her brother.
Filipino language
This move has drawn much criticism from other regional groups.In 1987, a new constitution introduced many provisions for the language.Article XIV, Section 6, omits any mention of Tagalog as the basis for Filipino, and states that:...
: "Where Will The Morning Come?") is an award-winning Philippine suspense drama
Suspense
Suspense is a feeling of uncertainty and anxiety about the outcome of certain actions, most often referring to an audience's perceptions in a dramatic work. Suspense is not exclusive to fiction, though. Suspense may operate in any situation where there is a lead-up to a big event or dramatic...
series aired on GMA Network
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...
. This is the eleventh instalment of Sine Novela
Sine Novela
Sine Novela is a Philippine daytime soap opera aired on GMA Network which showcases old classic movies from VIVA Films turned into a mini-series...
. The original movie was released back in 1983.
Plot
The eleventh offering of Sine Novela brings us a Maryo J. delos Reyes masterpiece—Saan Darating ang Umaga?Saan darating ang Umaga? is about the Rodrigo clan led by the powerful patriarch Don Leonardo Rodrigo (Charlie Davao). Don Leonardo is a wealthy businessman who is very proud of his humble beginnings. It was only through hard work and diligence that he was able to achieve all the luxuries in life. Today, he is one of the most respected and well known businessmen in the real estate business. And because of this he also expects his two sons to Dindo Rodrigo (Gary Estrada
Gary Estrada
Gary Ejercito, better known as Gary Estrada, is a television and movie star in the Philippines. He is renowned for his movies, athletic physique, and cleanly handsome face...
) and Ruben Rodrigo (Joel Torre) to follow his lead.
Dindo and Ruben are architects working for their father's company. But it was Ruben who took after his father's ideals and compassion for the business. Not only is he talented but he is kind-hearted. He is a loving husband to Lorrie Rodrigo (Lani Mercado
Lani Mercado
Lani Mercado-Revilla is a member of the Philippine House of Representatives for the 2nd District of Cavite, which comprise of only the municipality of Bacoor. She is also an actress. She is married to actor and Senator Bong Revilla.-Television:-Movies:* Yes Darling: Walang matigas na pulis 2 ......
) and a caring father to his daughter Shayne Rodrigo
Shayne Rodrigo
Shayne Rodrigo is a fictional and protagonist of Sine Novela's elevent installment's Saan Darating Ang Umaga? created by Fanny Garcia and Viva Films she is the biological daughter of Ruben Rodrigo and Lorrie Rodrigo .The original character played by Maricel Soriano.In 2008 remake series the...
(Yasmien Kurdi
Yasmien Kurdi
'Yasmien Yuson Kurdi , is a Filipina-Chinese-Lebanese award-winning Filipina singer, songwriter and actress. She was one of the Final Four in the first season of StarStruck, a reality-based talent search show by GMA Network in the Philippines where she finished first runner up...
).
Dindo, meanwhile, is the opposite of Ruben. He and his evil wife Agatha Rodrigo (Pinky Amador
Pinky Amador
Pinky Amador is an award winning Filipina actress, singer, commercial model and TV host.She was in the original London cast of the Cameron Mackintosh musical hit Miss Saigon.She is seen most on GMA Network....
) are very dependent and still live with Leonardo. Aside from not having a child, Dindo has been rumored for having an extramarital affair with his secretary Marinel "Mylene" Medina (Shirley Fuentes).
When Don Leonardo passes away, the Rodrigo patriarch leaves all his wealth as well as the firm to Ruben. But unknown to Ruben, his father's last will marks the beginning of a series of misfortune in their family.
Ruben and Lorrie have been longing to have another child since their only daughter Shayne is already a teenager. However, they will find out that Lorrie can no longer bear a child, leading them to adopt a young boy named Joel Rodrigo (Jacob Rica
Jacob Rica
Jacob David R. Clayton in Subic Bay, Olongapo City, Philippines) also known as Jacob Rica, Jacob Clayton, Jacob Montez, or Jacob, is a Filipino child actor. He is a 1/4 British. He is currently under the GMA Artist Center handed by the Director Maryo J. de los Reyes...
).
Joel's presence provides an overwhelming happiness to Lorrie and Ruben. But it will be the beginning of Shayne's rebellion when she begins to feel neglected.
Shayne will then meet Raul Agoncillo (Dion Ignacio
Dion Ignacio
Dion Joseph Ignacio is a Filipino actor. Popularly known of his role as Raul Agoncillo in the afternoon soap opera Saan Darating Ang Umaga, a role originally portrayed by former 1980s teen idol Raymond Lauchengco....
) who will give her the attention she has been looking for from her parents.
Ruben and Lorrie try to mend back their family. Just when they thought it's going to be alright again, tragedy struck. As Ruben died Lorrie became mentally unstable and she blames Joel for her husband's death.
Shayne must then make a painful decision. Should she take Joel back to the orphanage? Especially now she has learned to love the child as her brother.
Main cast
- Yasmien KurdiYasmien Kurdi'Yasmien Yuson Kurdi , is a Filipina-Chinese-Lebanese award-winning Filipina singer, songwriter and actress. She was one of the Final Four in the first season of StarStruck, a reality-based talent search show by GMA Network in the Philippines where she finished first runner up...
as Shayne RodrigoShayne RodrigoShayne Rodrigo is a fictional and protagonist of Sine Novela's elevent installment's Saan Darating Ang Umaga? created by Fanny Garcia and Viva Films she is the biological daughter of Ruben Rodrigo and Lorrie Rodrigo .The original character played by Maricel Soriano.In 2008 remake series the... - Dion IgnacioDion IgnacioDion Joseph Ignacio is a Filipino actor. Popularly known of his role as Raul Agoncillo in the afternoon soap opera Saan Darating Ang Umaga, a role originally portrayed by former 1980s teen idol Raymond Lauchengco....
as Raul Agoncillo - Lani MercadoLani MercadoLani Mercado-Revilla is a member of the Philippine House of Representatives for the 2nd District of Cavite, which comprise of only the municipality of Bacoor. She is also an actress. She is married to actor and Senator Bong Revilla.-Television:-Movies:* Yes Darling: Walang matigas na pulis 2 ......
as Lorrie Rodrigo - Joel Torre as Ruben Rodrigo
- Jacob RicaJacob RicaJacob David R. Clayton in Subic Bay, Olongapo City, Philippines) also known as Jacob Rica, Jacob Clayton, Jacob Montez, or Jacob, is a Filipino child actor. He is a 1/4 British. He is currently under the GMA Artist Center handed by the Director Maryo J. de los Reyes...
as Joel Rodrigo - Andrea del RosarioAndrea del RosarioAndrea Marie del Rosario is a Filipina actress and model.She is part of the Star Magic talents. Later she decide to leave ABS-CBN to do projects on GMA-7.-Television:-References:...
as Ms. Patricia Bernales
Supporting cast
- Gary EstradaGary EstradaGary Ejercito, better known as Gary Estrada, is a television and movie star in the Philippines. He is renowned for his movies, athletic physique, and cleanly handsome face...
as Dindo Rodrigo - Pinky AmadorPinky AmadorPinky Amador is an award winning Filipina actress, singer, commercial model and TV host.She was in the original London cast of the Cameron Mackintosh musical hit Miss Saigon.She is seen most on GMA Network....
as Agatha Rodrigo - Charlie Davao as Don Leonardo Rodrigo
- Shirley Fuentes as Marinel "Mylene" Medina Michikawa / Yaya Rose
- Arci MunozArci MuñozRamona Cecilia Datuin Muñoz , known as Arci Muñoz, is a Filipina actress and commercial model who is most noted for being a finalist in the third season of the reality talent series, StarStruck and was one of the Philippines' representatives at the 2008 Asia Supermodel Competition. Muñoz was born...
as Bianca - Luz Valdez as Yaya Sabel
- Vaness del MoralVaness del MoralMartha Vanessa Antonio del Moral, better known by her screen name Vaness del Moral , is a Filipina actress and a talent at one of the top management groups in the Philippines, the GMA Artist Center. She started her showbiz career through the interactive reality television show, StarStruck...
as Donna
Guest cast
- Deborah Sun as Melody Valera / Bea Torralba
- Nicole Dulalia as Young Shayne
- Gay Balignasay as Acy
- Lui Manansala as Olive
- Joseph BitangcolJoseph BitangcolJoseph Bitangcol is a Filipino television and film actor. He is one of the first batch of the reality talent search Star Circle Quest on ABS-CBN.-Career:...
as Mark
Production crew
- Directed by: Maryo J. De Los ReyesMaryo J. de los ReyesMaryo J. de los Reyes is a film and television director from the Philippines. He began his career in the 1970s.-References:...
- Writers: Anna Aleta Nadela
- Head Writer: Marides Garbes-Severino
- Creative Consultant: Roy IglesiasRoy IglesiasRoy Iglesias, a graduate of the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, is an award-winning film writer and director in the Philippines. He won Best Story and Best Screenplay for the film, "Mano Po" in Metro Manila Film Festival in 2002.-Film:...
- Executive-in-charge of Production: Wilma Galvante
Cast
- Nida BlancaNida BlancaDorothy Acueza Jones, popularly known by her stage name Nida Blanca, was a Filipina actress. She starred in over 163 movies and 14 television shows and received over 16 awards for movies and six awards for television during her 50-year film career...
as Lorie - Nestor De VillaNéstor de VillaNéstor de Villa was a Filipino actor frequently cast in musical films. He was a gifted dancer, often paired with frequent on-screen partner Nida Blanca in both movies and television...
as Ruben - Maricel SorianoMaricel SorianoMaricel Soriano , is a critically acclaimed Filipina film and television actress.-Biography:...
as Shayne - Raymond LauchengcoRaymond LauchengcoRaymond Lauchengco is a Filipino balladeer of the Bagets era in the 1980s.Popular for his melodic hit songs such as 'Saan Darating Ang Umaga', 'So It's You' 'Farewell' under Vicor Music Corporation....
as Raul - Jaypee De Guzman as Joel
Production Crew
- Directed by: Maryo J. de los ReyesMaryo J. de los ReyesMaryo J. de los Reyes is a film and television director from the Philippines. He began his career in the 1970s.-References:...
- Writers: Fanny Garcia
- Executive-in-charge of Production: VIVA FilmsVIVA EntertainmentVIVA Entertainment, Inc., also known as Viva Entertainment Group is a Philippine entertainment company. Its history started in 1981 when Vicente "Vic" del Rosario, Jr. founded Viva Films.-Divisions:*Viva Productions, Inc...
See also
- List of programs broadcast by GMA Network
- Sine NovelaSine NovelaSine Novela is a Philippine daytime soap opera aired on GMA Network which showcases old classic movies from VIVA Films turned into a mini-series...
- List of shows previously aired by GMA Network