Broken Vow (TV series)

Broken Vow
Created by	GMA Entertainment TV Group
Developed by	Dode Cruz
Written by	Obet Villela Luningning Ribay Onay Sales
Directed by	Gil Tejada, Jr.
Creative director(s)	Jun Lana
Starring	Rochelle Pangilinan Bianca King Gabby Eigenmann Luis Alandy
Theme music composer	Walter Afanasieff
Opening theme	"Broken Vow" performed by Julie Anne San Jose
Composer(s)	Walter Afanasieff, Lara Fabian
Country of origin	Philippines
Original language(s)	Filipino, Tagalog, English
No. of episodes	93 episodes
Production
Executive producer(s)	Meann P. Regala
Producer(s)	Wilma Galvante
Location(s)	Manila, Philippines Bulacan, Philippines
Cinematography	Lito Mempin
Camera setup	Multiple-camera setup
Running time	30-45 minute
Release
Original network	GMA Network
Picture format	480i NTSC
Original release	February 6 – June 15, 2012
External links
Website

Broken Vow is a Filipino drama series^[1] created and written by Dode Cruz, under the direction of Gil Tejada, Jr. and produced by GMA Network. The series starred Bianca King, Luis Alandy, Gabby Eigenmann and Rochelle Pangilinan as the four lead characters. It premiered February 6, 2012 replacing Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Langit in GMA Afternoon Prime block and February 8, 2012 worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV.^[2][3]

This series follows the story of Melissa (King), Felix (Alandy), Roberto (Eigenmann) and Rebecca (Pangilinan), the four protagonists whose lives and loves entangled by deception, obsession, broken love and broken promises.

Originally slated to air for just one season (13 weeks), the series awarded several extensions (6 weeks extensions) after it scores massive success in television ratings, both in Urban Luzon, Mega Manila and National Urban Philippines, outshining its competition in the afternoon slot.^[4]

The series is set to conclude on June 15, 2012 and to be replaced by Faithfully. It ran for 19 weeks with 93 episodes.^[5]

Plot

Melissa Santiago (played by Bianca King) is a beautiful and street-smart woman who becomes the apple of the eye of Roberto Sebastian (played by Gabby Eigenmann), a rich councilor who falls madly in love with the unpretentious barrio lass. Despite the extreme difference in their lifestyles, the two manage to keep their relationship strong and even plan to get married. But the couple's fairytale romance is suddenly jeopardized when Melissa encounters a horrifying experience. One night, on her way home from work, a group of men, abducts her. Held hostage at an unknown place, Melissa is drugged and raped. Worse, she did not recognize the identity of her rapist. The news has spread in their town and it dragged Roberto's family into an unpleasant scandal. In spite of the big controversy on his fiancé, Roberto stands by Melissa and vows to marry her. But on the day before their wedding, Melissa discovers she is pregnant. Devastated upon learning the truth, Roberto changes his mind and dumps Melissa on the day of their wedding.

With her perfect world turned into a nightmare, Melissa tried to jump off a bridge and end her life, only to be rescued by Felix Rastro (played by Luis Alandy). Regardless of her apprehension towards his kindness and concern, Felix is bent on winning her trust. Soon, Melissa falls for Felix, who loved her and her daughter Eva. Complications arise when Roberto re-enters the picture and asking for a second chance.

Cast of characters

Main cast

• Rochelle Pangilinan as Rebecca Sta. Maria - the series villain; the scorned ex-girlfriend of Roberto who will do anything to win him back.^[6][7]
• Bianca King as Melissa Santiago - the series hero; a simple provincial lass whose life turned upside down because of an unfortunate event.^[8][9]
• Luis Alandy as Felix Rastro - the series hero; the man who saves and helps Melissa overcome her traumatic past.^[10]
• Gabby Eigenmann as Roberto Sebastian† - the series villain; a budding politician who abandons Melissa on their wedding day.^[11]

Supporting cast

• Celia Rodriguez as Doña Ofelia "Amorcita" Rastro - the authoritative and protective aunt of Felix Rastro
• Juan Rodrigo as Mayor Lucio Sebastian - the kind-hearted father of Roberto Sebastian.
• Carmi Martin as Rosanna Sebastian - the arrogant and scheming mother of Roberto Sebastian.
• Melissa Mendez as Amor Santiago† - the doting mother of Melissa Santiago.
• Ervic Vijandre as Councilor David Sebastian-Sta. Maria - as the tribulations of the hardest things to do & jealously, because I love them all.
• Marco Alcaraz as Michael Pascual - the police investigator in charge of the crime committed to Melissa Santiago
• Matet de Leon as Amy - Melissa Santiago's loyal friend.^[12]
• Jace Flores as Kenneth - Felix Rastro's friend and confidante.
• Lou Sison as Sheila - Rebecca Sta. Maria's bestfriend and confidante.
• Pancho Magno as Rico - Roberto Sebastian's friend and confidante.
• Kryshee Grengia as Eva Marie Santiago - Melissa Santiago's loving daughter.

Guest appearance

• Ehra Madrigal as Rachel
• Jenine Desiderio as Jenny
• Dominic Roco as Wilson Ocampo†
• Kylie Padilla as Jenna Rastro-Santiago
• Tonio Quiazon as Bryan Perez
• Menggie Cobarubias as Atty. Mario Jimeno
• Divina Valencia as Digina
• Vaness del Moral as Ellen†
• Joyce Ching as Malou
• Bodjie Pascua as Enrico
• Robert Ortega as Erwin

Audience and critical reception

• According to Nielsen Television Audience Measurement (Nielsen TAM), Broken Vow was ahead of its competitors by an average of 5.5% points since it launched on February 6 (period ending March 16). It reaped an average nationwide household rating of 14.1% points, while its competing program only got 8.6% points.^[13]

See also

• List of programs broadcast by GMA Network
• List of telenovelas of GMA Network
• Sinner or Saint
• My Lover, My Wife
• Hawak Ko Ang Langit

References

External links

• Broken Vow on Facebook GMA Network Official Facebook Page
• Broken Vow on Facebook Broken Vow Official Facebook Page