Ikaw ay Pag-Ibig (transl. you are the love) is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by ABS-CBN. Directed by Jerome C. Pobocan, Jojo A. Saguin, and Erick C. Salud. It stars Zaijian Jaranilla, Mutya Orquia, Louise Abuel, Xyriel Manabat, Dimples Romana, Alfred Vargas, Mark Gil, Paulo Avelino, Bembol Roco, Yen Santos, Beverly Salviejo, Gerald Pesigan, Izzy Canillo and Pen Medina. It aired on the network's Primetime Bida line up and worldwide on TFC from November 21, 2011 to January 27, 2012, replacing 100 Days to Heaven and was replaced by E-Boy.
Contents
Premise
Nonoy, Angelica, Tinay, and Edison in an unforgettable story about the true meaning of Christmas. Although they were born poor, being raised by parents who dearly loved them not only made up for their lack of material things but also inspired courage and compassion among them. But the strength of their characters will be put to the test when their parents die in an accident. Left to fend for themselves, the four kids were forced to move on with their lives and celebrate Christmas even without their loved ones. What trials and adventures are in store for them?
Cast and characters
Main cast
Zaijian Jaranilla as Nonoy Garrido/Julius Reyes
Mutya Orquia as Tinay
Louise Abuel as Edison
Xyriel Manabat as Angelica
Supporting cast
Dimples Romana as Agnes Alvarez
Alfred Vargas as Mario Reyes
Mark Gil† as Congressman Leandro Alvarez
Paulo Avelino as Andrew "Andoy" Jimenez
Bembol Roco as Police Inspector (Lieutenant) Robert Jimenez
Yen Santos as Police Inspector (Lieutenant) Michelle Alvarez
Beverly Salviejo as Ising
Gerald Pesigan as Obet
Izzy Canillo as Jackstone
Pen Medina as Angel Gabriel
Guest cast
John Lapus as Max
Eula Valdez as Ms. Castro - former head of the orphanage. Arrested for child abuse.
Malou de Guzman as Ima
Noemi Oineza as Girl's caretaker
Janus del Prado as Andrew's nemesis
Igi Boy Flores as Boy's caretaker
Joe Vargas as Bogs - Andrew's henchman
Eslove Briones as Ryan - Andrew's henchman
Quintin Alianza as Tambay Boy 1
Philip Nolasco as Tambay Boy 2
Basty Alcances as Voltron
Archie Alemania as Mr. Daplan - House Hunter
Tess Antonio as Realtor
Mike Lloren as Leandro's bodyguard
Yutaka Yamakawa as Police officer
Fonz Deza as Police chief
Jordan Hong as House buyer
Tony Manalo as Ryan's father
Ariel Rivera as Mang Arnel
Carlos Agassi as Mr. Dizon
Gladys Reyes as Mrs. Dizon
Baron Geisler as Turko
Promotion
This show has been developed by Mga Anghel na Walang Langit, Princess Sarah, May Bukas Pa, Agua Bendita, Momay, Noah, Mutya, 100 Days to Heaven, and Budoy due to genre of family and religious-oriented drama series where Dreamscape Entertainment released these types of series since 2005. It was succeeded by Honesto and Dahil sa Pag-ibig.
Production
The series was announced on October 4, 2011 with the title Diyos ay Pag-ibig before changing to its final title Ikaw ay Pag-ibig. Taping or principal photography of the series was made from October 2011 to January 27, 2012. Overall, production process of the series which included its announcement spanned for three months.