Bigger and Stronger GMA Drama

First on the list is the afternoon prime series, THE BORROWED WIFE.

It is a story about love and obsession, so intriguing that it causes you to ponder: "Is there reason enough for a spouse to become someone else's lover?" Revolving around the intertwined lives of Maricar (Camille Prats), Earl (TJ Trinidad), Rico (Rafael Rosell) and Tessa (Pauleen Luna), the series is about how one secret sets their destinies in a shared trajectory towards love and redemption.

Completing the cast are Yayo Aguila, Sherilyn Reyes, Kevin Santos and Caridad Sanchez. Premiering January 20, The Borrowed Wife is directed by Gil Tejada, Jr. with Denoy Navarro Punio as its headwriter.

Beginning January 20, GMA offers a different love story in the upcoming Koreanovela, TALE OF ARANG, starring Korean stars Shin Min-ah and Lee Jun-ki. The series tells the story of Arang (Shin Min-ah), the daughter of a magistrate who is brutally murdered. As she returns from the dead as a ghost, she sets out on a journey to find her true identity as well as the mystery behind her death. She then meets Eun Oh (Lee Jun-ki), a young magistrate who has an ability to communicate with the dead and will help her in seeking answers to her untimely death. Will it be possible for them to develop feelings for each other?

On January 27, a new and absorbing drama series will redefine and set a new standard in primetime viewing via the soap opera – CARMELA, a show that validates every woman's aspiration to be understood through a beautiful story of love that can never be.

No less than Primetime Queen Marian Rivera is tapped to breathe life to Carmela, a very beautiful woman who had gone through a lot in life. With her beauty, she is judged not only by other people but also by people close to her. When Carmela falls in love with a man who despises her mother, she is forced to make heart-wrenching decisions.

Under the direction of Dominic Zapata with concept creator and head writer Suzette Doctolero, Marian shares the screen for the very first time with Kapuso Network’s dramatic actor and GMA Artist Center’s prime leading man Alden Richards. Playing equally important roles in the series are respected TV and movie stars Agot Isidro, Raymond Bagatsing, Jennica Garcia, Rochelle Pangilinan with Roi Vinzon, Freddie Webb, Krystal Reyes, Ana Feleo and Laurice Guillen.

Another compelling drama will captivate the hearts of Kapuso viewers as the newest primetime series RHODORA X premieres this January 27.

Rhodora X is a drama which challenges us to review how deeply we know our loved ones. The show is an invitation so difficult to refuse as it ushers us to discover the nuances of our own personal relationships.

The show stars Jennylyn Mercado, Yasmien Kurdi, Mark Herras and Mark Anthony Fernandez.

Directed by Albert Langitan, with Des Garbes Severino as Headwriter, the series also stars Gardo Versoza, Glydel Mercado, Irma Adlawan, Rachel Ann Go, Frank Magalona, Lollie Mara.

Also in the offing is PARAISO KO’Y IKAW, a beautiful love story which reaffirms that real joy is to share the fulfilment of each and every dream with our one true love.

Beginning January 27, sought-after Kapuso teen stars Kristoffer Martin and Kim Rodriguez with Joyce Ching and introducing Phytos Ramirez will make us believe once more that no obstacles can keep us apart from the ones we love, under the direction of award-winning director Bb. Joyce Bernal, with Marlon Miguel as Headwriter.

Completing the cast are Janno Gibbs, Gabby Eigenmann, Jessa Zaragoza, G. Toengi, Maricel Morales, Neil Ryan Sese, Irene Celebre with the special participation of Joey Marquez.

This February, the comely and charming Max Collins is paired off with the ever persuasive actor Luis Alandy who will both redefine what fine acting means via the upcoming afternoon prime series INNAMORATA. v Directed by Don Michael Perez and from the original concept of RJ Nuevas, the show engagingly and mysteriously drives curiosity of viewers as to what can be more dangerous than losing one’s self in wanting something or someone so much.

Complementing Max’ and Luis’ showcase of acting genius are riveting performances to be delivered by Kapuso artists Jackie Rice, Dion Ignacio, Gwen Zamora and unforgettable portrayals by seasoned actors Michael de Mesa and Rita Avila.

Soon to hit the television screens is GMA Network’s upcoming fantasy drama series KAMBAL SIRENA.

Probably her most challenging role to date, Kapuso Prime leading lady Louise Delos Reyes capitalizes on the duality of the challenge, to assume role as twins Alona and Perlas in the series which admonishes viewers with this very powerful message, "Inggit ang unang sumisira sa magkapatid."

Making the story and plot even more colourful and interesting is how Aljur Abrenica will make Kevin become this year’s most desirable lead on primetime, while banking on his irresistible charm as an actor.

Helmed by New York-trained director Dondon Santos with Dode Cruz as headwriter, witness how Alona, Perlas, and Kevin journey towards finding acceptance and true love this March on GMA Telebabad, as the show gathers today’s brightest new generation of actors Mike Tan, Rich Asuncion, Pancho Magno, Winwyn Marquez with industry’s most formidable and ever-respected Nova Villa, Tessie Tomas, Chanda Romero, Lotlot De Leon, Gladys Reyes, Angelika Dela Cruz, Mickey Ferriols, Polo Ravales.

Catch these Kapuso shows as they bring superior and world-class entertainment to Filipinos on GMA.