Maka (stylized in all caps) is a 2024 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Rod Marmol, it stars Romnick Sarmenta, Zephanie, Marco Masa, Ashley Sarmiento, Dylan Menor, Olive May and John Clifford. It premiered on September 21, 2024, on the network's Sabado Star Power sa Hapon line up.
| Maka | |
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| Genre | Drama |
| Created by | Rod Marmol |
| Written by |
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| Directed by | Rod Marmol[1] |
| Starring |
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| Opening theme | "Patuloy ang Pangarap" by Zephanie |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Tagalog |
| No. of episodes | 7 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Richell Equiron |
| Cinematography | Jonjon Corpus |
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| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 27–29 minutes |
| Production company | GMA Public Affairs |
| Original release | |
| Network | GMA Network |
| Release | September 21, 2024 – present |
Premise
editV returns to his hometown and hesitant to teach in Douglas MacArthur High School. By serving as a mentor, he will learn lessons from his students.[3]
Cast and characters
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- Lead cast
- Romnick Sarmenta[4] as Victor "V" Felipe[5]
An art teacher in MAKA high in charge of training the students for the upcoming regional drama competition.
- Zephanie Dimaranan[6] as Zeph Molina[5]
A student of the Arts and Performance section who has an excellent skill in singing.
- Marco Masa[7] as Marco Reyes[5]
A choir member and a student of the Arts and Performance section.
She is known popularly for her online dance videos and Marco's love interest.
Known as the school's "heartthrob" and bully and Zeph's love interest.
A student who has a passion in writing songs and has a talent in acting.
A student in MAKA high and a make-up artist of dead people in their funeral home.
- Supporting cast
- Chanty Videla[12] as Chanty Villanueva[5]
- Sean Lucas[13] as Sean Dimaculangan[5]
- May Ann Basa[6] as May Ann "Bangus Girl" Cortez[5]
- Jojo Alejar as Mark[14]
- Carmen Soriano[14]
- Maricar de Mesa as Tonette[14]
- Tina Paner as Nadia Molina[14]
- Sharmaine Arnaiz as Glenda Ilagan[14]
Ratings
editAccording to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in television homes, the pilot episode of Maka earned a 6.6% rating.[15]
References
edit- ^ Miralles, Nitz (September 17, 2024). "Romnick propesor sa Trinity". Abante. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
- ^ "Maka | Full Episodes - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved October 22, 2024.
- ^ Wang, Nickie (September 20, 2024). "Maka lead star finds groove in acting and singing". Manila Standard. Retrieved October 8, 2024.
- ^ Santiago, Ervin (September 19, 2024). "Payo ni Romnick sa cast ng Maka: Kilalaning mabuti ang sarili n'yo". Inquirer Bandera. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j Anoc, Aimee (August 14, 2024). "The cast of Gen Z series Maka during their pictorial". GMA Network. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ a b "Maka young stars, na-intimidate kay Romnick Sarmenta". PEP. September 19, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
- ^ "Former child stars Marco Masa, Ashley Sarmiento, and the cast of Maka visit It's Showtime!". ABS-CBN Corporation. September 21, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
- ^ Santiago, Ervin (August 15, 2024). "Zephanie, Marco, Ashley bibida sa GMA Gen Z series na Maka". Inquirer Bandera. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
- ^ "Maka : Inspiring youth-centric drama". Tempo. September 20, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
- ^ "The fresh faces of Gen Z take center stage". Malaya. September 23, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
- ^ "Maka set to inspire viewers across generations". SunStar. September 23, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
- ^ Gonzales, Rommel (September 21, 2024). "Chanty recalls network transfers from ABS-CBN to TV5 to GMA-7". PEP. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
- ^ Alcantara, Carissa (September 20, 2024). "Romnick Sarmenta's advice for Gen Z artists: 'Kilalaning mabuti ang sarili'". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e "Romnick Sarmenta eager to connect with GenZ". Malaya. September 19, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
- ^ "How did the Saturday afternoon viewers receive GMA Network's youth-oriented show Maka?". LionhearTV. September 27, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.