Maka (TV series)

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Maka
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Title card
Genre
Created byRod Marmol
Written by
  • Ceres Helga Barrios
  • May Delos Santos
  • Troy Espiritu
Directed byRod Marmol [2]
Starring
Opening theme"Patuloy ang Pangarap" by Zephanie
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageTagalog
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes13
Production
Executive producerRichell Equiron
CinematographyJonjon Corpus
Editors
  • Mark Andrew Antonio
  • Bunny Sison
  • Jack Cabayanan
  • Fredie Abril
Camera setup Multiple-camera setup
Running time27–29 minutes
Production company GMA Public Affairs
Original release
Network GMA Network
ReleaseSeptember 21, 2024 (2024-09-21) –
present

Maka (stylized in all caps) is a Philippine television drama teen series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Rod Marmol, it stars Romnick Sarmenta, Zephanie, Marco Masa, Ashley Sarmiento, Dylan Menor, Olive May and John Clifford. It premiered on September 21, 2024, on the network's Sabado Star Power sa Hapon line up.

Contents

The series is streaming online on YouTube. [3]

Premise

V returns to his hometown and hesitant to teach in Douglas MacArthur High School. By serving as a mentor, he will learn lessons from his students. [4]

Cast and characters

Romnick Sarmenta portrays V. Romnick Sarmenta in 2023.jpg
Romnick Sarmenta portrays V.
Lead cast

An art teacher in MAKA high in charge of training the students for the upcoming regional drama competition.

A student of the Arts and Performance section who has an excellent skill in singing.

A choir member and a student of the Arts and Performance section.

She is known popularly for her online dance videos and Marco's love interest.

Known as the school's "heartthrob" and bully and Zeph's love interest.

A student who has a passion in writing songs and has a talent in acting.

A student in MAKA high and a make-up artist of dead people in their funeral home.

Supporting cast

Seasons

SeasonEpisodesOriginally aired
First airedLast aired
113September 21, 2024 (2024-09-21) [16] December 14, 2024 (2024-12-14)
2TBAJanuary 25, 2025 (2025-01-25) [17] TBA

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in television homes, the pilot episode of Maka earned a 6.6% rating. [16]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Youth-oriented drama series Maka set to inspire viewers across generations". SunStar . September 22, 2024. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
  2. ↑ Miralles, Nitz (September 17, 2024). "Romnick propesor sa Trinity". Abante . Retrieved October 7, 2024.
  3. ↑ "Maka | Full Episodes - YouTube". YouTube . Retrieved October 22, 2024.
  4. ↑ Wang, Nickie (September 20, 2024). "Maka lead star finds groove in acting and singing". Manila Standard . Retrieved October 8, 2024.
  5. ↑ Santiago, Ervin (September 19, 2024). "Payo ni Romnick sa cast ng Maka: Kilalaning mabuti ang sarili n'yo". Inquirer Bandera . Retrieved October 7, 2024.
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  8. ↑ "Former child stars Marco Masa, Ashley Sarmiento, and the cast of Maka visit It's Showtime!". ABS-CBN Corporation . September 21, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
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  10. ↑ "Maka : Inspiring youth-centric drama". Tempo. September 20, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
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  13. ↑ Gonzales, Rommel (September 21, 2024). "Chanty recalls network transfers from ABS-CBN to TV5 to GMA-7". PEP. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
  14. ↑ Alcantara, Carissa (September 20, 2024). "Romnick Sarmenta's advice for Gen Z artists: 'Kilalaning mabuti ang sarili'". Manila Bulletin . Retrieved October 7, 2024.
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