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Herlene Budol marks acting debut via GMA's 'Magandang Dilag'

Published Jun 28, 2023 02:17 am

FROM LEFT: Rob Gomez, Herlene Budol, and Benjamin Alves


Expect more inspiring afternoons with a taste of sweet revenge as GMA Network presents “Magandang Dilag” which started airing last June 26. The program is bannered by Sparkle leading man Benjamin Alves as Eric, highly-talented actor Rob Gomez as Jared, and introducing Binibining Pilipinas 2022 1st Runner Up Herlene Budol as Gigi. Joining the star-studded cast are Adrian Alandy as Magnus, Jared’s brother and a rising politician; Maxine Medina as Blaire, the domineering girlfriend of Jared and a sought-after fashion designer; Bianca Manalo as Riley, a trophy wife to Magnus who hides her cruelty and violence; Angela Alarcon as Allison, a famous social media influencer and Riley’s best friend; Muriel Lomadilla as Donna, Gigi’s amusing and loving confidant; Prince Clemente as Cyrus,  Eric’s close friend and colleague; Jade Tecson as Jadah, the younger sister of Allison who knows her deepest secrets. Playing equally important roles in this upcoming drama are seasoned artists Al Tantay as Joaquin, Gigi’s father who left them to reach his own dreams; Chanda Romero as Sofia, the rich and intimidating wife of Joaquin; and Sandy Andolong as Luisa, Joaquin’s former live-in partner and Gigi’s doting mother.  “Magandang Dilag” follows the story of Gigi, a woman who may not have the best looks but has the most optimistic attitude toward life. Gigi faces a turnaround of events when she inherits enormous wealth from her estranged father, Joaquin. Soon after, Gigi finds romance with the man of her dreams, Jared, who is a prominent triathlete/endorser. Unbeknownst to Gigi, Jared is still with Blaire, and they will only fool her to steal her money.   How will Gigi uncover the true intentions of her most beloved man? Can Gigi save herself from their evil plans or will her new life teach her to exact revenge? “Magandang Dilag” is made possible under the supervision of GMA SVP for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable; VP for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy; AVP for Drama Ali Nokom-Dedicatoria; Program Manager Arnel Nacario; and Executive Producer James Ryan L. Manabat. The creative team behind this unique drama comprises Creative Director Aloy Adlawan; Creative Head for Afternoon Prime Dode Cruz; Creative Consultant Kit Villanueva-Zapata; Concept Creator John Kenneth De Leon; Headwriter Marlon G. Miguel; Writers Angeli Delgado and Jake Somera; Brainstormers Meryl Bunyi and Nehemiarey Dallego; and Associate Director Jose  Johnny Nadela.
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