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Popular Kapuso programs headed for Viu Philippines in April

Published Mar 26, 2024 05:04 am

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  • Starting April 1, Viu subscribers can enjoy these GMA programs: I Left My Heart in Sorsogon, Legal Wives, Artikulo 247(Article 247), I Left My Heart in Sorsogon, Return to Paradise, Nagbabagang Luha (Flames of Love), The Fake Life, Legal Wives, and Nakarehas na Puso (Prisoners of the Past). 

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Top-notch, beloved programs from GMA are coming to Viu Philippines on April 1, adding to the growing list of Kapuso shows available on the said streaming platform. 

GMA Network, the Philippines' leading broadcast media company, and Viu Philippines, the leading Asian streamer, expand their remarkable partnership by creating a premium catch-up service for the GMA series available on Viu to binge-watch. 

Starting April 1, Viu subscribers can enjoy these GMA programs: I Left My Heart in Sorsogon, Legal Wives, Artikulo 247(Article 247), I Left My Heart in Sorsogon, Return to Paradise, Nagbabagang Luha (Flames of Love), The Fake Life, Legal Wives, and Nakarehas na Puso (Prisoners of the Past). 

Fans missing these GMA programs can watch them all over again, anytime, anywhere, for free on any device on Viu. 

I Left My Heart in Sorsogon

A love story designed to sweep hearts away, the romantic drama is the teleserye comeback of Queen of Creative Collaborations Heart Evangelista. Joining her are Kapuso leading man Richard Yap and multi-awarded Kapuso actor Paolo Contis. In the series, fashion designer and socialite Celeste (Heart) reluctantly returns to her hometown in Sorsogon, where she finds herself face-to-face with her old flame Miko (Paolo).

Legal Wives

Is the idea of a man loving more than just one woman, equally and all at the same time, really possible? This is the ultimate question asked on GMA’s top-rating, groundbreaking family drama series Legal Wives. Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo is joined by Alice Dixson, Bianca Umali, and Andrea Torres. Set in Lanao del Sur, “Legal Wives” is the story of an honorable man from a well-off Maranao family named Ismael Makadatu who will equally love three women out of obligation, dedication, and compassion. 

Artikulo 247 (Article 247)

How do you move forward and live your life when the ghosts of the past haunt you? 

Secrets and schemes are unearthed, and viewers witness an intense courtroom battle on GMA’s gripping drama: Artikulo 24. Top-billed by Kapuso prime leading lady Rhian Ramos as Jane Ortega, accomplished actor Benjamin Alves, highly-talented actress Kris Bernal, and well-rounded actor Mark Herras, the drama showcases the emotional journey of a woman who bravely moves on from her past entanglement with her boss and his wife.

Return to Paradise

The drama series stars Kapuso hunk Derrick Monasterio and Sparkle actress Elle Villanueva, with Eula Valdes. It follows the story of two college students, Red Ramos (Derrick) and Eden Sta. Maria (Elle) stranded on an island after a plane crash. As they survive life in the wild, they fall deeply in love with each other. When the two are rescued, they find out that their parents have an irreconcilable feud that will tear them apart.

Nagbabagang Luha (Flames of Love)

Television screens heat up with the hottest rivalry between two sisters in Nagbabagang Luha. Starring award-winning actress Glaiza de Castro and Kapuso Total Heartthrob Rayver Cruz, Claire Castro, and seasoned actress Gina Alajar, the drama series is the TV adaptation of the 1988 blockbuster film Nagbabagang Luha, by renowned filmmaker Ishmael Bernal.  

The Fake Life

What if the life one has turns out to be a lie? This riveting drama series stars Ariel Rivera, Beauty Gonzalez, Sid Lucero, Tetchie Agbayani, with Will Ashley, Shanelle Agustin. After being diagnosed with a rare medical condition, Onats realizes that the life he thought he had was a lie. With his world now upside-down, would he be able to find happiness once again?  

Nakarehas na Puso (Prisoners of the Past)

Forgiveness and second chances take the spotlight in this captivating drama. Award-winning and seasoned actress Ms. Jean Garcia stars as Amelia, former beauty queen Michelle Aldana as Doris, and accomplished actor Mr. Leandro Baldemor as Jack. The story follows the loving and hardworking mother, Amelia, who, in her extreme desire to escape poverty, makes the wrong decision and sets off a web of consequences and unfortunate events for her family. Nakarehas na Puso also features the talented Vaness Del Moral as Lea, EA Guzman as Miro, and fast-rising star Claire Castro as Olive.

Other GMA Network shows made available on Viu in March were Lolong (Crocodile Whisperer), starring Primetime Action Hero Ruru Madrid; the heart-pounding suspenserye Widows’ Web with Kapuso stars Carmina Villaroel, Ashley Ortega, Vaness Del Moral, Pauline Mendoza; and First Yaya (The First Nanny), the romantic comedy series starring Gabby Concepcion and Sanya Lopez.

Be it adventure, drama, or romance, viewers have plenty of entertaining programs from GMA to choose from. Better yet, Enjoy the Viu and binge-watch on Viu Philippines! 

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