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GMA Network, the largest and leading broadcast company in the Philippines today, has officially unveiled its roster of upcoming television shows and movies that are slated to be shown throughout the new year showcasing world-class Filipino entertainment and bannered by the country's biggest and brightest stars. The unveiling of the 2024 lineup was made public during the Kapuso Countdown To 2024 and can be seen on the Kapuso network's social media accounts.
Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera makes her much-awaited comeback in a series with bankable actor Gabby Concepcion. Together, they headline “My Guardian Alien", a story of an alien who lands on Earth and becomes part of a loving family. Will she return to her territory or has she finally found her home? Ultimate Star Jennylyn Mercado also returns to primetime with in-demand leading man Xian Lim in “Love. Die. Repeat.” Jennylyn portrays Angela, who lost her husband in a car accident. Soon, she realizes she is stuck in a time loop and is forced to live the worst day of her life over and over again. Will she be able to save her husband, or is she doomed to experience more pain every single day? High-caliber actress Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Kapuso Total Heartthrob Rayver Cruz team up for the first time in “Asawa Ng Asawa Ko". Everyone thought Cristy had died during a rebel attack. Until one day, she returns to the lives of her family. But to her surprise, her husband has already married someone else. Both "Love. Die. Repeat." and "Asawa Ng Asawa Ko" are set to kick off the new year when they premiere on January 15, 2024 as the initial offerings of the Kapuso network's top-rating and top-trending primetime block now known as GMA Prime.
Four of the biggest Kapuso stars come together in “Pulang Araw". Starring Asia's Multimedia Star Alden Richards, First Lady of Primetime Sanya Lopez, Pambansang Ginoo David Licauco and Kapuso Primetime Princess Barbie Forteza, the series is set in World War II and revolves around the intertwining story of four individuals who must choose among country, family, friends, and love. Box-Office Queen Bea Alonzo, Global Endorser Gabbi Garcia, and multi-acclaimed Kapuso actress Carla Abellana star in their first project together, “Widows' War". This show is about the struggles of a widow who mourns for her husband while facing allegations of murder. The total primetime experience does not end there! Completing the exciting lineup is “A Lifetime With You" which centers on love found in a penal farm and the highly-anticipated "Sanggre: Encantadia Chronicles" starring Bianca Umali, Kelvin Miranda, Faith Da Silva and Angel Guardian.
GMA Afternoon Prime continues to set the bar high with more out-of-the-box and cutting-edge offerings. Set to premiere in 2024 is the first-ever adaptation of a K-Drama in the afternoon slot entitled “Shining Inheritance". Leading the powerhouse cast are Kate Valdez, Kyline Alcantara, Michael Sager, and seasoned actress Ms. Coney Reyes. Kapuso Little Princess Jo Berry is “Lilet Matias: Attorney-at-Law". She may be small but she is a feisty rookie lawyer whose dreams are so high they can touch the sky. Highlighting family values and the unconditional love of a mother is “Mommy Dearest". The series asks the difficult question: is a parent worth forgiving if she puts her child in danger? All set to touch the hearts of many is “A Mother's Tale" which focuses on an exemplary mother forced to work as a full-time nanny to provide for the needs of her family. Her real daughter ends up resenting her while the child she takes care of grows attached to her more than to her real mom. Even a so-called “perfect family” has some deep, dark secrets. So when the matriarch develops dementia, what becomes more dangerous than her impaired memory is her impaired judgment which threatens to reveal things and destroy her family. This is the story of “A Family Like Us". Get to know the woman diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency syndrome in “Forever Young". She is a charming public servant trapped in a girl's body. But this extraordinary condition does not stop her from serving people. This 2024, meet the CEO who is on the brink of losing her most beloved grandson. The only one who can help her is the father of the child whose life she had ruined years ago. “For the Love of Kobe” is a narrative about forgiveness set in the backdrop of the world of basketball.
Meanwhile, GMA Integrated News guarantees to deliver more special reporting that provides in-depth analyses of the issues of the day. Expect timely news documentaries that go behind the headlines and features that shine a light on thought-provoking topics to educate, inspire, and empower Filipino audiences across the Philippines and overseas. Not to be missed is GMA Synergy's continuing coverage of the country's first athletic collegiate league, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Celebrating a milestone year, NCAA Season 100 is bound to bring viewers more legendary and history-making moments in sports. Witness the glory and find out who will reign supreme with the live broadcast of Season 99 of Women's Volleyball. Other sports competitions to watch out for are Men's Junior Basketball, Beach Volleyball, Taekwondo, Track and Field, All-Star Volleyball, and the much-awaited Cheerleading Competition. GMA Public Affairs also has a unique offering for GMA Afternoon Prime via "Makiling" to premiere on January 8th. Starring Elle Villanueva and Derrick Monasterio, the series offers a tale of revenge and love with also a strong message about respecting and caring for the environment.
Weekends become more special and fun for the whole family with the return of audience favorites. Kapuso Primetime King and Queen Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera spread love and happiness, once again, in “Jose and Maria's Bonggang Villa 2.0". The Philippine Titanic Actor Star Sen. Ramon "Bong" Revilla Jr. and multi-talented actress Beauty Gonzalez continue their thrilling adventures in the second season of the action-comedy series “Walang Matigas Na Pulis Sa Matinik Na Misis". Get ready as well for the biggest reality game show of 2024 as “Running Man Philippines” returns for its second season. Meanwhile, GMA's original singing competition “The Clash" once again searches for the best voices in the country. Moreover, after the success of The Voice Generations on GMA, a new series from "The Voice" franchise will launch in 2024. Furthermore, GMA Public Affairs ups the ante in delivering world-class content with enhanced storytelling techniques and intriguing plotlines. Sci-fi fans who enjoy a dash of romance and drama should check out "Version Two". The story explores both the uplifting and heartbreaking nature of memories. Helmed by the hit-making writer-director Irene Emma Vilamor, the film features the surprise pairing of two stars from different home networks. Watch it in cinemas and on major streaming platforms this 2024. Another film coming in the new year is "Penthouse 77" directed by award-winning master of horror Derick Cabrido. The psychological thriller confronts the horrors of homelessness in a city filled with skyscrapers and shanties.
New stories from across Asia are also coming this 2024 to bring kilig to the viewers. Watch out for “Curtain Call", “Royal Doctor", “Agency", “Beauty Newbie", “Doctor Detective", “The Long Ballad", “The Heavenly Idol", “Stealer: The Treasure Keeper", “Hidden Love" and “Love at First Night". But wait there's more! GMA has a lot in store for movie lovers. Enjoy Filipino films for free such as “Adik Sa' Yo”, “Hello, Universe!", “Spellbound", “Always", “About Us But Not About Us”, “Here Comes the Groom", “I Love Lizzy", “You're Mine", “Four Sisters and a Wedding", “Gandarrapiddo: The Revenger Squad", “The Hows of Us" and “Seven Sundays". Level up movie marathons with international films like “Clifford the Big Red Dog", “Snake Eyes", "Dune", “The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It", “Tom & Jerry The Movie", “The Equalizer 3", “Gran Turismo", “Insidious: The Red Door", "Knights of the Zodiac", “The Pope's Exorcist", “The Invitation", “Cinderella", “Nocebo", “Seventeen World Tour: Ode to You in Seoul", “BTS World Tour: Speak Yourself in London" and “BTS World Tour: Love Yourself in New York". Catch these exciting programs on GMA and GTV on free-to-air, pay TV or on digital TV receivers GMA Affordabox and GMA Now. These upcoming Kapuso programs will also be aired abroad via GMA Network's international channels GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV available via pay television operators outside the Philippines and online streaming partners including Jungo Pinoy and iWantTFC.
