Rosalka

Philippine television series

Drama
Fantasy
Horror

Created byABS-CBN StudiosDirected by

Jeffrey R. Jeturian
Rechie A. Del Carmen
Jerry Lopez Sineneng
Mae Czarina Cruz

Starring

Empress Schuck
Felix Roco
Matt Evans

Theme music composerErnie Dela Peña
Charo UniteOpening theme"Lupa" by Erik SantosCountry of originPhilippinesOriginal languageFilipinoNo. of episodes115ProductionExecutive producerSackey Prince PendatunRunning time35 minutesProduction companyStar CreativesOriginal releaseNetworkABS-CBNReleaseMay 17 (2010-05-17) –
October 22, 2010 (2010-10-22)

Rosalka is a 2010 Philippine drama starring Empress Schuck in the title role along with Matt Evans and Felix Roco.^[1]^[2]^[3] The series aired on ABS-CBN's Hapontastic afternoon block from May 17 to October 22, 2010, replacing Magkano ang Iyong Dangal? and was replaced by Juanita Banana.

Plot

The story revolves around a young lady named Rosa, judged and shunned by the public because of her "horrible" disability—all, except for a man who seems to accept her for who she is. But will their love stand the test of time—and of society, when the mystery of Rosa's disability is made public? Rosa is carrying a monster inside her back that detaches itself every full moon which then transforms Rosa into a beautiful lady. The monster dies at the ending because of saving its and Rosa's mother from Wilfred.

Cast and characters

Main cast

Empress Schuck as Rosa Dimaano/Sophia

Supporting cast

Felix Roco as Jason Sta. Maria
Matt Evans as Aries Abad
Max Collins as Veronica Dominguez
Mickey Ferriols as Cecille Dimaano
Nikki Bacolod as Shane Balbas
Kier Legaspi as Jhun Dimaano
Dominic Ochoa as Wilfred Dominguez
Bernard Palanca as Ramon Sta. Maria
Maricar de Mesa as Cynthia Dominguez
Pretty Trisha as Tita Didi / Diana
DJ Durano as Teddy Jimedez
Arnold Reyes as Francis Tan
Mila del Sol as Donya Carmen Sta. Maria

Extended cast

Ian Galliguez as Juvy
Justin Cuyugan as Johnny
Neil Coleta as Randy
Enrique Gil as Andrew
Lloyd Zaragoza as Gaspar
Paw Diaz as Lucy
Zeppi Borromeo as Noel
Cherry Lou as Maya
Jayssel Lucelo as Ronnie
Micah Muñoz as Tony
Missy Maramara as Dixie Jimedez
Jenny Miller as Marlene

Special participation

Barbie Sabino as young Rosa
Maliksi Morales as young Jason
Martin del Rosario as young Johnny
Ina Feleo as Christy

Launch

Rosalka was launched as one of the ABS-CBN's offerings for the 2010, during the ABS-CBN Trade Launch and was announced during the Kapamilya Trade Launch held in Boracay.

Trivia

In Slavic mythology, there is a supernatural creature called "Rusalka" which generally resemble mermaids and nymphs.

Awards and nominations

2010 PMPC Star Awards for Television's "Best Daytime-Drama Series"

References

^ Placente, Rommel (May 6, 2010). "Felix Roco dismisses rumored rift with dad Bembol Roco". PEP.ph.
^ Acosta, Ish (April 21, 2010). "Empress will soon play a hunchback named Rosalka". PEP.ph.
^ Almo, Nerisa (May 15, 2010). "Empress Schuck shares similar traits with her character in Rosalka". PEP.ph.