Kapuso’s anniversary offerings

MANILA, Philippines - The Kapuso Network continues to forge ahead and chart new grounds this year  as it presents a pioneering line-up of its forthcoming programs slated to premiere this month as the network celebrates its 63rd anniversary

First on the list is the TV remake of one of the network’s most memorable drama series — Anna Karenina. The 2013 version stars Barbie Forteza, Joyce Ching and Krystal Reyes together with Derrick Monasterio, Hiro Peralta and Julian Trono. Barbie will play the role of Karen, while Joyce will take on the role of Nina, and Krystal will assume the role of Anna. Completing the cast are other reputable names in the industry including Sandy Andolong, Juan Rodrigo, Yul Servo, Neil Ryan Sese, Valerie Concepcion with Allan Paule, Ana Roces, Maybelyn dela Cruz, Maureen Larrazabal, Alicia Mayer, Kathleen Hermosa, Joanna Marie Tan and Yasmien Kurdi in a special role as Maggie. Premiering today, the primetime series, which is under the direction of Gina Alajar, tells the story of three girls and their families searching for the real Anna Karenina

Also premiering today is Mga Basang Sisiw. It features Renz Valerio, Bianca Umali, Kimberly Faye, Hershey Garcia and Mico Zarsadias.  Also in the cast are Lani Mercado, Raymond Bagatsing, Gardo Versoza, Mike Tan and Caridad Sanchez. Maxene Magalona plays a challenging role. Ricky Davao directs Mga Basang Sisiw.

On June 10, primetime viewing will never be the same again as GMA 7 presents the most provocative drama series My Husband’s Lover. The soap opera tackles true-to-life relationships. My Husband’s Lover is topbilled by Carla Abellana and Dennis Trillo and introducing the newest Kapuso Tom Rodriguez. Directed by Dominic Zapata, My Husband’s Lover dares to defy all conventions on traditional drama soaps.

Also in the offing is Maghihintay Pa Rin, set to captivate hearts beginning June 10. Bianca King returns to the Afternoon Prime block as she shares stellar billing with Rafael Rosell and Dion Ignacio. It is under the helm of Don Michael Perez.

Beginning June 15, GMA Network presents its newest child-friendly offering that ushers adults and kids into a world where imagination becomes a wonderful part of everyday life via One Day Isang Araw. The four kids who will topbill the program are Milkcah Nacion, Marc Justine Alvarez, Joshua Uy and Jillian Ward.

Soon to bring beautiful music into every Kapuso home is the all-original morning series, With A Smile, featuring Andrea Torres, Mikael Daez and Christian Bautista. 

Prepare for an all-out fun Sunday afternoon for the whole family as Kapuso stars unite for the launch of Sunday All Stars. The upcoming spectacle will infuse a new level of noontime TV experience to Filipino viewers.

Portfolio Films and GMA Films will kick start Philippine Independence Day with the theatrical release of Dance of the Steel Bars. Directed by Cesar Apolinarioand Marnie Manicad, the film stars Dingdong Dantes, and Patrick Bergin. Playing important roles are Mon Confiado, Kathleen Hermosa, Thou Reyes,Gabe Mercado, Renee Salud and Gov. Gwen Garcia. The story is inspired by the lives of the CPDRC Dancing Inmates and is a fictional account of how the dancing program started.

GMA Films and Regal Entertainment, Inc. bring the blockbuster loveteam of Richard Gutierrez and Marian Rivera on the big screen via My Lady Boss. The film is directed by Jade Castro and will be shown in cinemas on July 3. The movie also stars Rocco Nacino, Ruru Madrid, Dion Ignacio, Sef Cadayona, Tom Rodriguez, Jace Flores, Princess Snell, Petra Mahalimuyak, Matet de Leon, Bianca Umali, Regine Tolentino, Gerard Pizarras, Pinky Amador and Jackie Lou Blanco, with the special participation of Ronaldo Valdez, Sandy Andolong and Maricel Laxa-Pangilinan.