Abot-Kamay na Pangarap

Abot-Kamay na Pangarap
Title card
GenreMedical drama
Created byGeng de los Reyes Delgado
Written by
  • Geng Delgado
  • Lobert Villela
  • Kenneth Angelo Enriquez
Directed by
  • L.A. Madridejos
  • Paul Sta. Ana (since 2023)
  • Jorron Lee Monroy
Creative directorAloy Adlawan
Starring
Theme music composerRina Mercado
Opening theme"Sagot sa Dalangin" by Maricris Garcia
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageTagalog
No. of episodes509 (as of April 27, 2024) (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producerMary Joy Lumboy-Pili
Camera setupMultiple-camera setup
Running time22–31 minutes
Production companyGMA Entertainment Group
Original release
NetworkGMA Network
ReleaseSeptember 5, 2022 (2022-09-05) –
present

Abot-Kamay na Pangarap (transl. the dream within reach) is a Philippine television medical drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by L.A. Madridejos, it stars Carmina Villarroel and Jillian Ward. It premiered on September 5, 2022 on the network's Afternoon Pr1me and Sabado Star Power sa Hapon line up replacing Apoy sa Langit. It is the longest running drama series of GMA Network in the 21st century.

The series is streaming online on YouTube.[1]

Premise[edit]

Mother and daughter, Lyneth and Analyn go through difficulties in life. They both hope, they would meet their dreams and share each others' successes someday. A researcher will find out Analyn's level of intelligence, leading to her studying in a medical school.[2]

Cast and characters[edit]

Lead cast
Supporting cast
Recurring cast
  • Denise Barbacena as Eulalia "Eula" Sarmiento
  • Patricia Coma as Grace Villar
  • Alexandra Mendez as Jhoanne Lery H. Dizon
  • John Vic De Guzman as Kenneth "Ken" Prado
  • Che Ramos-Cosio as Katherine "Katie" Enriquez
  • Eunice Lagusad as Karen Elise G. Caudal
  • Alchris Galura as Evan Andrew L. Nicolas
  • Anya Gonzalez Almario as Joyce "Joy" Cruz
  • Fritzie Aquino as Nerissa Sandoval
  • Leo Martinez as Joselito "Pepe" Tanyag
  • Dianne dela Fuente as Patricia Menor
  • Allen Dizon as Carlos Enrico Benitez
  • Dina Bonnevie as Giselle Marie Tanyag
  • Ken Chan as Lyndon Ramirez Javier
  • Prince Clemente as Neskrist "Krist" Ilustre
  • Chanel Latorre as Luningning "Ning" Sandoval
  • Sam Pinto as Denise Evangelista
  • Raheel Bhyria as Harrison "Harry" Benitez
  • Carlo San Juan as Vico Manalastas
  • Michael Sager as Mico de Ocampo
  • Kirsten Gonzales as Bridgette Lavezares
  • Tonton Gutierrez as Eric Refuerzo
  • Klea Pineda as Justine Tanyag-Refuerzo
  • Marx Topacio as Omar "Dax" Dacanay
Guest cast

Casting[edit]

In April 2024, actors Ruru Madrid, Empoy Marquez and actress Herlene Budol made an appearance as Elias Guerrero, Oka Santos and Pretty respectively, who all originated from the Philippine television action drama series Black Rider.[10]

Production[edit]

Principal photography commenced on July 3, 2022.[11]

Ratings[edit]

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in Television Homes, the pilot episode of Abot-Kamay na Pangarap earned a 6.3% rating.[12]

Accolades[edit]

Accolades received by Abot-Kamay na Pangarap
Year Award Category Nominee(s) Result Ref.
2023 Platinum Stallion National Media Awards Television Drama of the Year Abot-Kamay na Pangarap Won [13]
12th Northwest Samar State University Students' Choice Awards for Radio and Television Best Actress in Daytime Series Jillian Ward Won [14]
Best Daytime Drama Series Abot-Kamay na Pangarap Won
Best Supporting Actor in Daytime Series Richard Yap Won
Best Supporting Actress in Daytime Series Carmina Villaroel Won
45th Catholic Mass Media Awards Best Drama Series/Program Abot-Kamay na Pangarap Special citation [15]

Legacy[edit]

In September 2023, actress Jillian Ward appeared in the 2023 Philippine television crime drama series Royal Blood in a guest role, portraying the same character she played in Abot-Kamay na Pangarap.[16] In October 2023, actor Richard Yap appeared in the 2023 Philippine television drama series Magandang Dilag in a cameo role.[17] In April 2024, Ward appeared in the Philippine television action drama series Black Rider.[18]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Abot Kamay Na Pangarap Full Episodes (PH Exclusive) - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved April 12, 2024.
  2. ^ Botana, Joba (September 8, 2022). "Be inspired and feel the love in GMA's Abot Kamay Na Pangarap". Manila Standard. Retrieved April 19, 2024.
  3. ^ "Meet the cast of GMA afternoon drama series Abot Kamay Na Pangarap". GMA Network. Retrieved August 23, 2022.
  4. ^ Santiago, Ervin (October 23, 2022). "Tunay na mga doktor, content creators eeksena sa Abot Kamay Na Pangarap; Jean walang kakupas-kupas". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved December 9, 2022.
  5. ^ "Dominic Ochoa says he is happy and thankful to work again with Carmina Villarroel". GMA Network. Retrieved February 20, 2023.
  6. ^ Chua, EJ (September 6, 2023). "Manilyn Reynes joins Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap as its newest celebrity guest". GMA Network. Retrieved March 4, 2024.
  7. ^ Pasajol, Anne (February 17, 2024). "Baliwag mayor calls out Abot Kamay na Pangarap for 'making fun of' city name". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved March 4, 2024.
  8. ^ Chua, EJ (February 18, 2024). "Karakter ni Geneva Cruz sa Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap, usap-usapan sa social media". GMA Network. Retrieved March 4, 2024.
  9. ^ "Mala-COVID-19 lockdown na eksena, isa sa mga dapat abangan sa upcoming episodes ng Abot Kamay na Pangarap". Facebook. Retrieved April 13, 2024.
  10. ^ a b c d Chua, EJ. "Black Rider cast, nakipagkulitan kay Doc Analyn sa set ng Abot-Kamay na Pangarap". GMA Network. Retrieved April 25, 2024.
  11. ^ Chua, EJ (July 3, 2023). "Jeff Moses and Chuckie Dreyfus celebrate first taping anniversary of Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap". GMA Network. Retrieved July 8, 2023.
  12. ^ "Abot Kamay na Pangarap pilot episodes score high ratings!". LionhearTV. September 8, 2022. Retrieved September 9, 2022.
  13. ^ "Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap, kinilala bilang Television Drama of the Year sa 2023 Platinum Stallion National Media Awards". GMA Network (in Tagalog). January 17, 2023.
  14. ^ "Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap lead star Jillian Ward receives Best Actress in Daytime Series award". GMA Network (in Tagalog). April 20, 2023.
  15. ^ "GMA Network dominates 45th Catholic Mass Media Awards with multiple wins". GMA Network. November 24, 2023. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
  16. ^ Anoc, Aimee (September 5, 2023). "Jillian Ward, magkakaroon ng cameo bilang Dra. Analyn sa Royal Blood". GMA Network. Retrieved September 9, 2023.
  17. ^ "Richard Yap to make cameo appearance in Magandang Dilag". GMA Network. October 9, 2023. Retrieved October 11, 2023.
  18. ^ "Jillian Ward to make cameo as Doc Analyn in Black Rider". GMA Network. April 15, 2024. Retrieved April 17, 2024.

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