Madrasta (TV series)

For the 1996 Philippine film, see Madrasta (film).

Madrasta
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Also known as	A Place in Your Heart
Genre	Drama
Created by	Maria Zita S. Garganera
Written by	Marlon G. Miguel Tina Samson-Velasco Maria Zita S. Garganera Kenneth Angelo Enriquez John Bedia Cynthia Paz
Directed by	Monti Puno Parungao
Creative director	Aloy Adlawan
Starring	Arra San Agustin
Theme music composer	Elmer Blancaflor
Opening theme	"Hayaan Mo" by Arra San Agustin
Country of origin	Philippines
Original language	Tagalog
No. of episodes	100 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producers	Joy Lumboy-Pili John Mychal Feraren
Cinematography	Alex Espartero
Editors	Jaybe Maquiran Jeron Ross Suñer Jesus Bot Tana
Camera setup	Multiple-camera setup
Running time	21–35 minutes
Production company	GMA Entertainment Group
Original release
Network	GMA Network
Release	October 7, 2019 (2019-10-07) – February 21, 2020 (2020-02-21)

Madrasta (transl. stepmother / international title: A Place in Your Heart) is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Monti Puno Parungao, it stars Arra San Agustin in the title role. It premiered on October 7, 2019 on the network's Afternoon Prime line up. The series concluded on February 21, 2020 with a total of 100 episodes.

The series is streaming online on YouTube.[1]

Premise

Audrey Segundo, who almost gives up on her aspirations after getting sent back to the Philippines meets Sean Ledesma, whom will be abandoned by his wife, Katharine Viduya and their kids. Audrey will help him move on and they will eventually fall in love. Katherine will eventually return in Sean's life to get his money, which will lead to the clash between Katherine and Audrey.[2]

Cast and characters

Cast

Juancho Triviño

Gladys Reyes

Lead cast

• Arra San Agustin as Audrey Segundo-Ledesma / Rachel Cruz[3]

Supporting cast

• Juancho Triviño as Sean Ledesma[3]
• Thea Tolentino as Katharine Viduya-Ledesma / Kara Santos / Sylvia[3]
• Gladys Reyes as Elizabeth Ledesma[3]
• Manilyn Reynes as Grace Segundo[3]
• Almira Muhlach as Shirley Viduya[3]
• Phytos Ramirez as David Generoso[3]
• Divine Aucina as Deborah "Debbie" Torres[3]
• Ahron Villena as Gian Fontanos[3]
• Isabelle de Leon as Judy Villas[3]
• Kelvin Miranda as Barry Segundo[3]
• Faye Lorenzo as Joan[3]
• Anjo Damiles as George[3]

Guest cast

• Alice Dixson as Angelina Cruz
• Zachie Rivera as Lauren V. Ledesma
• Jom Manzala as Timothy V. Ledesma
• Herlene Budol as Sandy Escudero
• Kristina Paner as Rita
• Sue Prado as Beth
• Kevin Sagra as Jason
• Bryan Benedict as Elvis
• Jeremy Sabido as Gareth

Production

Principal photography commenced in July 2019.[4] Filming concluded in February 2020.[5]

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in Television Homes, the final episode of Madrasta earned a 7.5% rating.[6]

Accolades

Accolades received by Madrasta

Year	Award	Category	Recipient	Result	Ref.
2021	34th PMPC Star Awards for Television	Best Daytime Drama Series	Madrasta	Nominated	[7]

References

1. "Madrasta | Full Episodes - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved May 7, 2024.
2. "About Madrasta". GMA Network. Retrieved September 19, 2019.
3. Sun, Cherry (October 5, 2019). "In Photos: Kilalanin ang cast ng Madrasta". GMA Network. Retrieved October 8, 2019.
4. Sun, Cherry (July 22, 2019). "Behind-The-Scenes: Cast ng Madrasta, nagsimula na mag-taping". GMA Network. Retrieved February 1, 2024.
5. "Juancho at Joyce, ikinasal na". Balita. February 10, 2020. Retrieved February 26, 2024.
6. Anarcon, James Patrick (February 25, 2020). "Madrasta finale vs. Love Thy Woman, Sandugo: who wins in the ratings game?". PEP. Retrieved April 20, 2020.
7. Anarcon, James Patrick (July 20, 2021). "34th Star Awards for Television nominees bared". PEP. Retrieved July 22, 2021.

External links

• Official website
• Madrasta at IMDb