| Rosalka | |
|---|---|
 Title card | |
| Genre | |
| Directed by |
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| Starring | |
| Theme music composer | Ernie Dela Peña Charo Unite |
| Opening theme | "Lupa" by Erik Santos |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Filipino |
| No. of episodes | 115 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Sackey Prince Pendatun |
| Running time | 35 minutes |
| Production company | Star Creatives |
| Original release | |
| Network | ABS-CBN |
| Release | May 17 – October 22, 2010 |
Rosalka is a 2010 Philippine drama starring Empress Schuck in the title role along with Matt Evans and Felix Roco.[1][2][3] The series aired on ABS-CBN's Hapontastic afternoon block from May 17 to October 22, 2010, replacing Magkano ang Iyong Dangal? and was replaced by Juanita Banana.
Plot
The story revolves around a young lady named Rosa, judged and shunned by the public because of her "horrible" disability—all, except for a man who seems to accept her for who she is. But will their love stand the test of time—and of society, when the mystery of Rosa's disability is made public? Rosa is carrying a monster inside her back that detaches itself every full moon which then transforms Rosa into a beautiful lady. The monster dies at the ending because of saving its and Rosa's mother from Wilfred.
Cast and characters
Main cast
- Empress Schuck as Rosa Dimaano/Sophia
- Felix Roco as Jason Sta. Maria
- Matt Evans as Aries Abad
Supporting cast
- Max Collins as Veronica Dominguez
- Mickey Ferriols as Cecille Dimaano
- Nikki Bacolod as Shane Balbas
- Kier Legaspi as Jhun Dimaano
- Dominic Ochoa as Wilfred Dominguez
- Bernard Palanca as Ramon Sta. Maria
- Maricar de Mesa as Cynthia Dominguez
- Pretty Trisha as Tita Didi / Diana
- DJ Durano as Teddy Jimedez
- Arnold Reyes as Francis Tan
- Mila del Sol as Donya Carmen Sta. Maria
Extended cast
- Ian Galliguez as Juvy
- Justin Cuyugan as Johnny
- Neil Coleta as Randy
- Enrique Gil as Andrew
- Lloyd Zaragoza as Gaspar
- Paw Diaz as Lucy
- Zeppi Borromeo as Noel
- Cherry Lou as Maya
- Jayssel Lucelo as Ronnie
- Micah Muñoz as Tony
- Missy Maramara as Dixie Jimedez
- Jenny Miller as Marlene
Special participation
- Barbie Sabino as young Rosa
- Maliksi Morales as young Jason
- Martin del Rosario as young Johnny
- Ina Feleo as Christy
Launch
Rosalka was launched as one of the ABS-CBN's offerings for the 2010, during the ABS-CBN Trade Launch and was announced during the Kapamilya Trade Launch held in Boracay.
Trivia
In Slavic mythology, there is a supernatural creature called "Rusalka" which generally resemble mermaids and nymphs.
Awards and nominations
- 2010 PMPC Star Awards for Television's "Best Daytime-Drama Series"
See also
References
- ↑ Placente, Rommel (May 6, 2010). "Felix Roco dismisses rumored rift with dad Bembol Roco". PEP.ph.
- ↑ Acosta, Ish (April 21, 2010). "Empress will soon play a hunchback named Rosalka". PEP.ph.
- ↑ Almo, Nerisa (May 15, 2010). "Empress Schuck shares similar traits with her character in Rosalka". PEP.ph.