Luis Alandy and Bianca King

MANILA, Philippines — “Broken Vow,” a story of love, betrayal and revenge, premieres today, Feb. 6, as GMA-7’s initial drama offering for 2012. Featured in the network’s afternoon prime block are some of GMA’s prime stars: Bianca King, Gabby Eigenmann, Luis Alandy and Rochelle Pangilinan.

Completing the powerhouse cast are Marco Alcaraz, Juan Rodrigo, Carmi Martin, Matet de Leon, Jace Flores, Pancho Magno, Lou Sison, Melissa Mendez, Kryshee Grencia and Ms. Celia Rodriguez. It is directed by Gil Tejada Jr. and created and written by Dode Cruz.

Bianca said, “Ibang-ibang Bianca King ang makikita ninyo sa show na ito… Ang character ko, dadaan sa physical and emotional abuse, kaya mahirap ang mga eksena ko dito…”

For his part, Gabby said, “In ‘Munting Heredera,’ I was a bad guy as Desmond. This time around, ibang character ang ita-tackle ko, hindi ako villain ngayon.”

Rochelle said, “I’m so happy na binigyan ako ulit ng isang pagkakataon na makasama ang mga magagaling na artista sa GMA.”

“Broken Vow” tells the story of Melissa, an attractive and street-smart woman who becomes the apple of the eye of Roberto, a rich councilor who falls madly in love with the unpretentious probinsiyana. Despite the differences in their status in life, the two manage to keep their relationship strong and even plan to settle down together. But their love affair is suddenly jeopardized when Melissa encounters a horrifying experience.

“Broken Vow” pilot episode airs today right after “Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin” on GMA Afternoon Prime.

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‘Alice Bungisngis,’ A Magical  Adventure

Also to premiere today on GMA-7 is “Alice Bungisngis,” a heartwarming series about the life of a good teenage witch played by Bea Binene opposite Jean Garcia as Esmeralda.

Joining them are Jake Vargas as Ace, Derrick Monasterio as Spade, Janno Gibbs as Hilario, Lexi Fernandez as Quennie, and Sheena Halili as Sinag. Completing the cast are Irma Adlawan, Buboy Garovillo, Roy Alvarez, Alicia Alonzo, Benjie Paras, Sef Cadayona, Lenlen Frial, and introducing Marc Justine Alvarez, with the special participation of Ana Roces as Matilda, and Ms. Marita Zobel as Tandang Alicia.

“Alice Bungisngis” is created by the GMA Drama Group headed by Lilybeth Rasonable.

Under the helm of Mark Reyes, “Alice Bungisngis” airs from Monday to Friday, before “24 Oras” on GMA.

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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, Feb. 6, go to Ricardo Cardinal Vidal, Mayor Amy Sison Navarro of Santiago City; Ms. Daisy Romualdez, Eddie Gutierrez, Pining Espina, Edward Chan, Marissa Dela Cruz, Lilia de Vera, Beth Lim, Rosario N. Clarino, Michael Luga, and broadcast journalist Aljo Bendigo… Happy wedding anniversary to Jeffrey and Wella Chan…