“First love never dies.” The February 4 episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya’s proves this to be true when a teenage friendship grows into a romantic one. In the year 2007, 12-year-old Mart (Zaijian Jaranilla) is infatuated and pursues the sweet 13-year-old Sandra (Belle Mariano). Their story began with the two playing badminton, patintero and biking during summer breaks in Tondo. Soon, these …

Maalaala Mo Kaya’s Jan. 28 tells the story of a 14-year-old boy named Jeck (Enchong Dee) who loses himself into drugs to alleviate the emptiness and loneliness he feels while growing up without guidance. Ever since his parents, Tonton Gutierrez and Lara Quigaman, decide to go abroad for “greener pastures,” he felt nothing but sadness, eventually leading to drug addiction. …

Jessy Mendiola plays the role of an escort girl (Lyka) who meets and falls in love with a police officer named Mike played by Carlo Aquino in the January 7 episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya” entitled, “Makeup.” When 19-year-old Lyka begins to be neglectful of her studies and her life in general, she meets Mike, eighteen years older than her, who …

The visually impaired yet talented Carl Malone Montecido made a name for himself inspiring Filipinos everywhere during his appearance on ABS-CBN’s Tawag Ng Tanghalan Sa Showtime. His performances on the show has created an impact on peoples lives. Now, Carl Malone’s story will be told through the “TNT Blind Balladeer” episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya” which airs on New Year’s …

POPCORN TIME LIVE BLOG RECAP: In commemoration of World AIDS Day, the December 3 Episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya has chosen to tell the moving story of Gabby and Rina who choose to love and raise a family amidst being found positive for HIV. Their telling story is portrayed by Xian Lim and Coleen Garcia. The all-star cast also includes …

Xian Lim is a Jack of all trades. He is at the top of his game with numerous product endorsements, an upcoming movie with Coleen Garcia, a starring role in Maalaala Mo Kaya and his continuous involvement in visual arts, music and craftsmanship. To top it all off, he has one of the Philippines’ most loved stars Kim Chiu by …

POPCORN TIME LIVE BLOG RECAP: Maalaala Mo Kaya’s Episode for November 26 is called “Rehas.” In the story, Andrea Brillantes is 25-year-old Gwen Romano, a mestiza who hails from a life of influence, wealth and power. While living with her grandparents, she learns the life of luxury and would always get what she wants. Even in the midst of such …

POPCORN TIME LIVE BLOG RECAP: The November 19 episode of Maalala Mo Kaya will make everyone everyone believe in the famous words, “May Forever.” Erik Santos and Angeline Quinto play the role of a married couple with high hopes for their future. When RJ (Erik Santos) goes to Abu Dhabi as an OFW, he falls into a coma because of cardiac arrest. …