Darna is a 2005 Philippine television drama fantasy action series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on Mars Ravelo's Philippine fictional character of the same name and its 2003's comic book miniseries published by Mango Comics. Directed by Dominic Zapata and Eric Quizon, it stars Angel Locsin in the title role. It premiered on April 4, 2005 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on November 25, 2005 with a total of 170 episodes.
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| Based on | Darna by Mars Ravelo and Nestor Redondo |
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| Starring | Angel Locsin |
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| Opening theme | "Di na Nag-Iisa" by Regine Velasquez |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Tagalog |
| No. of episodes | 170 |
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| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 30–40 minutes |
| Production company | GMA Entertainment TV |
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| Network | GMA Network |
| Release | April 4 – November 25, 2005 |
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Cast and characters
edit- Lead cast
- Supporting cast
- Alessandra De Rossi as Valentina[2]
- Wendell Ramos as Jeric Frias
- Dennis Trillo as Efren / Lalaking Ahas
- Jeremy Marquez as Jun
- Eddie Garcia as Oscar / Mambabarang[3]
- Christopher de Leon as Ted / Dr. Zombie
- Celia Rodriguez as Braguda
- Gina Pareño as Milagros
- Sandy Andolong as Prospera
- Caridad Sanchez as Aio
- Carmina Villarroel as Sabrina / Sulfura
- Tonton Gutierrez as Mulong / Nosferamus
- Maureen Larrazabal as Aio
- Karen delos Reyes as Alice / Babaeng Tuod / Babaeng Impakta / Babaeng Lobo
- Katrina Halili as Carol / Black Darna
- Cristine Reyes as Molecula
- Ella Guevara as Lenlen
- Ryza Cenon as Louella / Divas Impaktitas
- C. J. Muere as Ding
- Francis Magundayao as Iking
- Nadine Samonte as Ava
- Guest cast
- Lorna Tolentino as Queen Adran
- Lani Mercado as Ising
- Cogie Domingo as Daniel
- Ara Mina as Dyesebel
- Alice Dixson as Dyangga
- Rochelle Pangilinan as Corella
- K Brosas as Divina Demonica
- Bearwin Meily as Toy Master
- Maggie Wilson as Manananggal
Casting
editPhilippine actress Iza Calzado was first approached for the role of Darna.[4] Due to the requirement for Calzado to lose weight to wear the costume, the role eventually went to actress Angel Locsin.[5]
Ratings
editAccording to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Darna earned a 47.1% rating, the highest rating for a pilot episode in Philippine television.[6] The series had its highest rating on April 7, 2005 with a 52.1% rating.[7]
Accolades
edit| Year | Awards ceremony | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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| 2005 | PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Primetime Drama Series | Darna | Nominated | [8] |
| Best Drama Actress | Angel Locsin | Nominated | |||
| Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series | Alessandra de Rossi | Nominated | [9][10] | |
| Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series | Dennis Trillo | Nominated | |||
| Outstanding Director for a Drama Series | Eric Quizon and Dominic Zapata | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ "10 Times Angel Locsin Proved She's Darna and More". Spot. April 6, 2017. Retrieved February 19, 2020.
- ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (January 11, 2022). "Click Batch 2: Where are they now?". PEP. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
- ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (June 21, 2019). "Eddie Garcia: Award-winning movies & TV shows over 7 decades". PEP. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
- ^ "Meet the Darna actress that almost was". ABS-CBN. March 24, 2014. Retrieved February 19, 2020.
- ^ Bernie V., Francisco (March 24, 2014). "Iza Calzado reveals how she lost Darna role to Angel Locsin in 2005". PEP. Retrieved February 19, 2020.
- ^ "AGB Nielsen shows Darna flies high on its pilot episode in Mega Manila". GMA Network. August 11, 2009. Retrieved February 19, 2020.
- ^ "GMA Network surge in nationwide ratings continues – AGB Nielsen". The Philippine Star. March 20, 2008. Retrieved February 19, 2020.
- ^ "IBC 13 may air Star Awards for TV". Philippine Daily Inquirer. November 15, 2005. p. 33.
- ^ "Golden Screen Awards nominees announced". The Philippine Star. November 12, 2005. Retrieved January 27, 2024.
- ^ "A Shower of Stars at the Golden Screen Awards". The Philippine Star. December 5, 2005. Retrieved January 27, 2024.