Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala
| Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala | |
|---|---|
 Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala title card. | |
| Also known as | Against All Odds |
| Genre | Melodrama, Action, Revenge, Teleserye |
| Created by | Rondel P. Lindayag |
| Developed by |
Roldeo T. Endrinal Julie Anne R. Benitez |
| Written by |
Arlene Tamayo Danica Mae Domingo David Diuco Rhoda Sulit Rhoda Tanyag |
| Directed by |
Malu Sevilla Jerry Lopez Sineneng Claudio "Tots" Sanchez-Mariscal IV |
| Creative director(s) | Johnny delos Santos |
| Starring |
Judy Ann Santos Sam Milby KC Concepcion |
| Opening theme |
Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala by Gary Valenciano |
| Composer(s) | Ogie Alcasid |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language(s) | Tagalog, English |
| No. of episodes | 50 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) |
Cathy Magdael-Abarrando Ella Garcia |
| Location(s) | Philippines |
| Editor(s) |
Rommel Malimban Jeffrey Panlilio |
| Running time |
30-45 minutes Monday - Friday at 21:15 (PST) |
| Production company(s) | Dreamscape Entertainment TV |
| Release | |
| Original network | ABS-CBN |
| Original release | June 17 – August 23, 2013 |
| External links | |
| Website | |
Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala (Lit. Just Don't Leave Me / English: Against All Odds) is a 2013 Philippine melodrama television series aired on ABS-CBN and worldwide on The Filipino Channel from June 17, 2013 to August 23, 2013, replacing Ina, Kapatid, Anak. It served as a comeback for The Queen of Pinoy Soap Opera Judy Ann Santos, together with Sam Milby and KC Concepcion in their first antagonist roles. It is a dark melodrama involving women fighting adversity in life and marriage.[1][2][3][4][5]
Overview
Anessa Panaligan is a strong woman and a loving daughter who would do everything for the sake of her family. Amidst all the trials that she is facing, Anessa will meet and fall in love with Eros Diomedes, a rich young man who will turn her life into a nightmare.
Cast and characters
Main cast
- Judy Ann Santos as Anessa Panaligan-Diomedes
- Sam Milby as Eros Diomedes
- KC Concepcion as Alexis Ganzon
- John Estrada as Alejo Apostol
Supporting cast
- Tirso Cruz III as Romulos Diomedes
- Coney Reyes as Helena Diomedes
- Mylene Dizon as Athena Apostol
- Susan Africa as Demetria Panaligan
- Empress as Iris Diomedes
- Joseph Marco as Leandros Panaligan
- Bryan Termulo as Victor Guevarra
Recurring cast
- Matet de Leon as Nancy
- Ogie Diaz as Roger Alegria
- Bing Davao as Ernesto Martinez
- Johnny Revilla as Hector Tiotangco
- Cheska Iñigo as Kara Tiotangco
- Lui Manansala as Gloria
- Michael Conan as Bernard
- Marvin Yap as Elmo
- Josh Ivan Morales as Rocky
- Miguel Vergara as Emmanuel "Emman" Panaligan / Eros "JR" Diomedes, Jr.
- Marco Antonio Masa as Peter Diomedes
Guest cast
- AJ Dee as Edgar
- Mike Lloren as Larry
- Mico Palanca as Ramon
- Greggy Santos as Bar owner
- Via Antonio as Barbara "Barbie"
- Bernard Palanca as Greg
- Dexie Daulat as Angela Balaguer
- Hiyasmin Neri as young Maria
- Ron Morales as young Romulos
- Dianne Medina as young Helena
- Annika Gonzales as young Eva
Special participation
- Amalia Fuentes as Dr. Maria Balaguer
- Gretchen Barretto as Atty. Eva Custodio
- Lito Pimentel as Dario Panaligan
Reception
Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala dominated its 8:30–9:15pm timeslot. Although it moved to a later timeslot to give way for Muling Buksan Ang Puso, it still dominates its new timeslot (9:15–10:00pm).
The series ranked 11th in the Top 15 programs from January to December 2013 based on year round data from Kantar Media Philippines with an average rating of 25.9%.[6]
| PILOT EPISODE | FINALE EPISODE | PEAK | AVERAGE | SOURCE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| | | 32.5% (9:15–10:00pm timeslot) | | [7][8][9] |
Cancellation
Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala was supposed to be extended due to high ratings and positive feedbacks. Unfortunately, the show's extension is later cancelled due to the combined requests of Koreanovela fans and the supporters of That Winter, the Wind Blows, followed by Santos' decision to finish her show immediately to give way for Got to Believe.[10][11][12]
See also
References
- ↑ "Sam Milby and Judy Ann Santos will star in a upcoming TV-series". Retrieved July 21, 2012.
- ↑ "Judy Ann Santos, Sam Milby and KC Concepcion will star in upcoming primetime series". Retrieved July 21, 2012.
- ↑ "The Cast of AGAINST ALL ODDS. Story Conference". Retrieved July 21, 2012.
- ↑ "Judy Ann Santos' primetime comeback via 'Against All Odds'". Retrieved July 21, 2012.
- ↑ "Sam Milby on working with Judy Ann Santos: 'Definitely highlight sa career ko'". Retrieved July 21, 2012.
- ↑ rodmagaru (2014-01-09). "(TV) ABSCBN Broadcasting Corporation Sweep TOP 15 Programs Aired in 2013". television. rodmagaru show. Retrieved 2014-01-20.
- ↑ Kantar Media: Nationwide TV Ratings - June 17, 2013 (Monday)
- ↑ Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala Breaches 30%
- ↑ NATIONAL TV RATINGS (Urban + Rural): July 29, and 31, 2013
- ↑ Judy Ann Santos leaving ABS-CBN?
- ↑ Daniel Padilla defends Judy Ann Santos against loose talk that her soap is delaying the launch of Got To Believe
- ↑ Serye ni Julia Montes, masasakripisyo para kay Kathryn!