Maalaala Mo Kaya - Episodes - Notable Episodes

Notable Episodes

• "Rubber Shoes"

The first episode of MMK aired on May 15, 1991 starring Romnick Sarmenta and Vina Morales.

• "Regalo" (Gift)

MMK episode topbilled by Vilma Santos, Ricky Davao and Maja Salvador and considered as one of the most critically successful episode.

• "Lobo" (Balloon)

The highest-rating episode (47.9% in Metro Manila) that featured Regine Velasquez and Piolo Pascual. Regine also won her first acting award at the PMPC Star Awards for TV in 2002, because of this episode.

• "Pier 39"

10th Anniversary Presentation. First Maalaala Mo Kaya episode filmed outside the Philippines starring Judy Ann Santos and Piolo Pascual. Shot in San Francisco, California, the episode tells about a caregiver who falls in love with a wayward man, despite being beholden to her elderly, wheelchair-using employer.

• "Ferris Wheel"

A Christmas presentation of Maalaala mo Kaya which reunites ex-lovers Jericho Rosales and Angelika dela Cruz.

• "Unan"(Pillow)

The episode which tells the Life Story of Julie Vega, as portrayed by Angelica Panganiban. Michael de Mesa and Rio Locsin acted as Drs. Julio and Pearl Postigo, Julie Vega's Parents. Aired in October 2003.

• "Pendant"

A Valentine's Day Special aired on February 14, 2009 and first episode for Toni Gonzaga with Jason Abalos and Ryan Eigenmann. This episode was about first love and how to let go and take the risk in order to be in love.

• "Reseta" (Prescription)

A Mother's Day Special aired on May 9, 2009 starring Jodi Sta. Maria and Carmina Villaroel. This marked Villaroel's new appearance in a MMK episode on ABS-CBN after a few episodes she has done in the 1990s before leaving the network.

• "Blusa" (Blouse)

A controversial episode starring Angel Locsin and Dimples Romana that focuses on a story of a UP Los Baños summa cum laude graduate who found herself applying as a Guest Relations Officer (GRO), shown February 28, 2009. UPLB released a statement pointing out the credibility of the facts presented in the episode. On March 10, 2009, ABS-CBN issued an apology for not verifying with UPLB the veracity of the facts.

• "Ice Cream"

This the life story of Charice Pempengco, as portrayed by herself. This is Charice's first acting appearance with Zsa Zsa Padilla and Rhap Salazar played as the role of her mother and younger brother. The story features about her growing up in a middle class family before her successful singing career. The episode aired on June 2008.

• "Teddy Bear"

This is the story of comedienne, Pokwang portrayed by herself.

• "Kwintas" (Necklace)

The first episode of Sarah Geronimo and also mark as the first on-screen tandem of her and John Lloyd Cruz.

• "Gitara" (Guitar)

This is the real life story of Tara Santelices, who was comatose for a year after being shot to the head by a mugger on August 6, 2008. She was portrayed by Karylle.

• "Upuan" (Chair)

The episode of former senator Renato Cayetano, portrayed by Ronaldo Valdez about his battle with hepatitis and his son, Lino Cayetano's contribution to extend his life as portrayed by John Lloyd Cruz. This episode is also directed by Lino himself.

• The Ninoy and Cory Aquino Story

On January 23 and 30, 2010, respectively, a two-part episode of the life story of former Senator Benigno Aquino, Jr. and former President Corazon Aquino was aired for Cory's 77th Birthday. The first part was "Kalapati" which featured the humble beginnings of the said couple, from their marriage up to their political conflicts. The second part was "Makinilya" which depicted the latter days of Ninoy and the end of Martial Law. The series also featured real footage of the events that occurred during martial law and during Cory's success in the presidential race. Piolo Pascual portrayed the role of Benigno Aquino Jr. while Bea Alonzo played the role of Corazon Aquino.

• "Tsinelas" (Slippers)

This is the story of 17 year-old Edgar and 11 year-old Dagul, two homeless brothers that suffer the severe trials of life with no food or money while travelling an, exhilarating journey from Manila to Samar for a better life. This is the posthumous work of actor AJ Perez, who died in a car crash on April 17, 2011.

• "Krus" (Cross)

The Mother's Day Special of MMK for the year 2011 with Ai-Ai Delas Alas, John Arcilla, John Wayne Sace and Lester Liansang. A story about a struggling mother with her kids not blessed with perfect health.

• "Kuweba" (Cave)

A special episode that features actors Robin Padilla and Vina Morales after nearly two decades since their last project together. This episode was aired on November 12, 2011 telling a story of a Muslim family struggling in a political and social turmoil.

• "Singsing" (Ring)

The love story of Etrona and Panyong, who found happiness in each other's company until their last breath. This episode which was aired on November 19, 2011 is directed by Jeffrey Jeturian and stars Philippine veteran actors Eddie Garcia and Gloria Romeo.

• "Lubid"(rope)

The life story of PTSA member Jerome Concepcion, portrayed by Gerald Anderson, Aired on November 7, 2011, this episode portrays how Jerome faces the challenges of a person imprisoned by his own disorder.

• "Manika"(Doll)

A 15-year-old girl named Nene, portrayed by Jane Oineza, who was recurrently raped by her stepfather. But her world drastically changed when her mother, portrayed by Angel Aquino, even assisted her live-in partner in the act of rape. Since then, Nene cursed the ‘beauty’ that she possesses. The episode was slated to air on June 2, 2012 but was pulled off after the MTRCB gave it an 'X' rating due to its sensitive theme. It was later re-edited and was given an 'SPG' rating to be aired on June 30, 2012. The episode went on to become one of Maalaala Mo Kaya's most critically acclaimed presentations with viewers praising the acting performances of Jane Oineza and Angel Aquino and the risky move by ABS-CBN to air such episode. It topped Saturday prime time viewing garnering a nationwide rating of 40%, according to Kantar-TNS Nationwide Ratings, and 27.1% in Metro Manila, according to AGB Nielsen Philippines.