Philippine Telenovela Craze Hits Africa
Posted by starmometer34 5 days ago in Television
Tags: telenovela craze africa pinoy

ABS-CBN’s drama series like The Promise (Pangako Sa Yo), Timeless (Sana’y Wala Nang Wakas) and The Long Wait (Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay) are all blockbuster hits in Africa.

“African TV stations broadcast at least one ABS-CBN Philippine telenovela a day while the other TV stations air two to three times a week,” says Reena de Guzman-Garingan, International Sales and Distribution Director at ABSCBN Broadcasting Corporation. “There are channels that have been broadcasting two Philippine telenovelas from Monday to Friday and another one on Saturdays and Sundays. In countries like Kenya, Cameroon and Tanzania at least two networks are currently airing ABS-CBN Philippine telenovelas, which always consist in 45-to-50-minute episodes,” explains the executive.

Kristine Hermosa is now a superstar in Africa as the continent was hit by Philippine telenovela craze, spawning websites and fan clubs.

“Our telenovelas are the hot items in foreign newspapers; there’s the case of a TV station in Africa that delayed its launch hoping to have the Philippine telenovela stars to grace their celebration. The Philippine telenovela business in Africa is a phenomenon and has captured advertising revenues never achieved before by the networks,” states de Guzman-Garingan.

So why does Africa embrace Philippine stories? The executive said it’s because of the mixture of distinct facial features on the screen, ranging from Asian to Spanish, and also explains that due to the infusion of multicultural context, they have captured both female and male audiences. During the World Cup month, the time slots of The Promise, Timeless, The Long Wait and other ABS-CBN’s telenovelas airing on various networks across Africa were pre-empted. As a result, the male audience was warned by their wives of having no meals on their tables for not having their favorite Philippine telenovela on air.

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This series was shown in the following countries with a title "the promise(pangako sa'yo), timeless/i wish it would never end(sana'y wala ng wakas), the long wait(kay tagal kang hinintay)":

* Flag of Malaysia Malaysia
* Flag of Indonesia Indonesia
* Flag of Singapore Singapore on Sensasi (Cable channel in Malay language beginning May 2008)
* Flag of Cameroon Cameroon
* Flag of Kenya Kenya
* Flag of Ghana Ghana
* Flag of Tanzania Tanzania
* Flag of Zambia Zambia

...and other countries in africa...


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Kapamilya Soaps Make Waves Across Asia

Work stops. Meetings are adjourned. Staff and top honchos alike rush home to watch “Pangako sa Yo” (The Promise), “Sana’y Wala nang Wakas” (Timeless) and other ABS-CBN teleseryes. They are so hooked they do not dare miss a single episode. And this phenomenon is happening not in the Philippines—but across Asia, especially in Malaysia, Europe, and Africa, where various ABS-CBN series are being shown.

“’[Pangako Sa Yo]’ has made a name in my country,” wrote Malaysian viewer Tania in a website created by fans of ABS-CBN shows. According to fellow viewers, they have watched many other soap operas from other countries but they were moved with any of those like ‘The Promise’ did. “ The soap has beaten all other soaps we have watched here in Zambia!,” affirms Hildah, another loyal viewer. This audience does not understand Tagalog, and they knew none of our stars at first but now they are self-proclaimed big fans of Filipino actors and actresses, especially of the Jericho Rosales and Kristine Hermosa love team.

And now, Philippine TV’s drama princess Judy Ann Santos and teleserye queen Claudine Barretto are also expected to be huge stars in the international scene with the airing of their shows “Krystala” and “Marina,” respectively, on Indonesia. “Marina,” a mermaid’s tale, is the country’s very first fantasy series (fantaserye) whose phenomenal success has spawned various shows of the same genre. “Krystala” features Judy Ann Santos like you’ve never seen her before: as the generation’s super heroine.

Bringing local programs overseas not only provides entertainment but also serves as a cure for the homesickness to our kababayans based abroad. The shows’ scenes bring overseas Filipinos a piece of home. Trexia, our kababayan based in Kenya, Africa, says, “[ever] since [ABS-CBN shows] were aired here, everyone's been asking me if I'm a Filipino, like their favorite characters in [the series]. Even in the capital city or nearby towns, people always make positive comments. It makes me feel more confident about being a Filipino!”

Other soap operas that are gaining hype abroad are “Kay Tagal Kitang Hinintay (“The Long Wait”), “It Might Be You,” “Darating Ang Umaga” (Till Morning Comes), "Bituin" (Star), "Sa Sandaling Kailangan Mo Ako" (The Moment You Need Me), "Familia Zaragoza" and ABS-CBN’s long-running drama series “Maalaala Mo Kaya.” This slate of exceptional series has been changing the viewing habits of international audiences for many years now.

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Name: Ram Location: Singapore
Subject: how to be a member? Rating: 3 stars

i like to watch a drama pangako sayo
and i am eager to know what going to
happen next..but im not a member..
how do i join in as member?
June 20, 2007 03:41 PM


Name: Phoebe Thomas Location: Kaduna, Nigeria
Subject: I am desperate to get the videos or DVDs Rating: 3 stars

my heart beat kept skipping each time i sat in front of the television to wait for pangako sa yo' i couldnt wait for it to begin. i am desperate to get the whole videos or DVDs as the case may be i just want to keep watching. thumbs up for all the actors you guys were just excellent. i love you all.
i really need the videos or DVDs
June 20, 2007 03:07 PM


Name: Priscilla Location: Stafford, VA 22554
Subject: i would like to buy the whole episode. Rating: 3 stars

i love the story. yna and angelo were my fovirate characters.
June 16, 2007 07:08 PM


Name: Rachel Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Subject: well done guyS!!!!! Rating: 3 stars

ITS SUCH A WONDERFUL LUV STORY EVER. AND I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE THE FULL STORY AND PICTURES SEND TO MY E-MAIL PLEASE.
June 15, 2007 12:41 PM


Name: Martoz Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Subject: the promise+summary Rating: 3 stars

can any one be kind and send me the summaries of this soapie?.!
May 28, 2007 08:57 AM


Name: Schola Location: Namibia
Subject: Pangako sa yo

I would say I am impressed by the actress and actors on Pangako sa yo. Job well done. I will give my vote of thanks to the writer and the editor, it was all perfect. I liked watching the form so much even though like happy ending. I would get disappointed if a plan did not go through but I continued watching, which the best thing to do. I happy that you were able to make me smile when I lost hope. happy for you all just for contributing to the success of such a firm/movie. this the best I have ever encounter in my years.
May 24, 2007 04:54 PM


Name: Kamuhelo Location: Namibia
Subject: Lovely Rating: 3 stars

Its so enjoyable & oh they have the looks. They are all so beautiful!
May 24, 2007 08:32 AM


Name: Laurenzo Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Subject: fabulous show Rating: 3 stars

i really enjoy the show ,great work especially the cast and keep up the good work guys.
May 22, 2007 10:31 AM


Name: Mina de Caprio Location: Seychelles
Subject: What a great film Rating: 3 stars

This film has been the most existed film i have ever seen. It was so great that can never sleep after watching it. I got so exited that i sweat from head to toe even my panty got wet....

My favorite actress is Angelo & Mina.

What a character...Madam Claudia
May 04, 2007 03:47 PM


Name: Abia Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Subject: you rock mann''''''' Rating: 3 stars

if i couldn't post this great comment about such an exciting telenovela which have stolen the hearts of the Namibian people which has also changed the lives of Namibian men who got an example from Angelo that true love does really exist i could have owe you complement.pls sent me the photos and DVD of the soap on my email..... i will be plaised...much love and greetings to main actress
April 19, 2007 03:30 PM


Name: Leonnie Location: Namibia
Subject: Windhoek ; Africa Rating: 3 stars

I am currently watching Pangako sa yo.
This is by far the best tv series that I have ever watched. I am totally crazy about the actor Angelo. He is perfect and I would love a picture of him. Or his e-mail address. I hope that he and Yna are going to get married in the series.
Please send me a picture of Angelo
April 19, 2007 09:28 AM


Name: Amos Vicky Location: Nigeria
Subject: episodes on timeless Rating: 3 stars

I really enjoy watching Timeless and I will want to have the summary of the episodes.
April 03, 2007 02:54 PM


Name: Abia Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Subject: ooo'my GOD Rating: 3 stars

I watch this soap n it is very nice really. it has stole the hearts of the namibians, especially angelo n yna. could u pls sent me the video of this soap on my email address pls.
April 02, 2007 02:41 PM


Name: Tracy Location: Barcelona, Spain
Subject: Love it Rating: 3 stars

I love it!!!Specially Jean Garcia,she is so hottie!!yehey!!
March 29, 2007 05:32 PM


Name: Viona Julie Location: Seychelles
Subject: Telenovela: The Promise Rating: 3 stars

would like to get the full story of the promise.
March 29, 2007 05:01 AM


Name: Stube Location: Namibia
Subject: THA BEST Rating: 3 stars

ladies and gents its once again a pleasure 2 star this beautiful year with tha most promising play. I like way the u people act u were born with that acting carrirer keep it up.angelo and yna u r tha best actor and acctress of tha year and u were mend for each other TILL DEATH 2 US APART
March 28, 2007 07:01 AM


Name: Rene Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Subject: This Telenovela is one of the best i've ever saw! Rating: 3 stars

Because I love it so much I would like the full story of Pangako Sa Yo.
March 23, 2007 07:44 AM


Name: Sophie Sibungo Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Subject: Pangako sa yo Rating: 3 stars

can i get the full story of pangako sa yo or summary of each episode
March 22, 2007 06:46 AM


Name: Erica Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Subject: The promise is a really touching telenovela! Rating: 3 stars

I am really connected to the film even though I only started watching it a few mouths ago.Yna & Angelo are really great & they are the reason I kissed & made up with my almost lost love. Keep up the great job and I hope you guys will kiss & make up too, you really make a great couple,take it from me.
March 16, 2007 08:47 AM


Name: Bih Akenji Location: Yaounde, Cameroon, Africa
Subject: yaounde,cameroon Rating: 3 stars

Jesus Christ! I wish i had the real words to speak out my mind about this pangako stuff. Watching it makes me acquanted with the characters of mankind from the practical examples and i am also taught a knowledge of the world through the airy medium of romance in this film. I say special thanks to the characters especially to Angelo and Yna for the close imitation of man and manners.
March 14, 2007 12:44 PM


Name: Hawell Location: Davao City, Philippines
Subject: Pangako sa yo Rating: 3 stars

wow! is pangako sa yo really this popular in other countries?i can't believe it myself. Thumps up to kapamilya ABS-CBN. anyway, pangako was originally shown on ABS CBN here in the philippines. and the ratings were really good. people were concern of the love story of Yna and Angelo over other issues that concerns our country before. hehehe. people went home early just to catch this teleserye, as we call it here. For the info, Jericho Rosales played Angelo and Krisitine Hermosa. they were real life sweethearts before and now has other relationships on their own. Oh, there are many other cool ABS CBN tele serye
March 10, 2007 04:15 AM


Name: Kool Location: Cameroon
Subject: hi

the drama was wonderful and worth watching. i'll do that again.
March 09, 2007 01:36 PM


Name: Hilary Kilonzi Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Subject: Big up Rating: 3 stars

I once watched 'Wild Rose' Drama but never thought i'd get anything better..Honestly speaking i fell in love with Pangako Sa 'Yo..the story and the whole crew...it was so real...so nice....just too good. I had a chance of meeting with Angelo while i was in Accra, Ghana....Keep it up guys....I'd wish to vist Philippenes just to be there..!!!
March 06, 2007 01:48 PM


Name: Hilma Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Subject: fabulous Rating: 3 stars

I really love yna and angelo's act. they do it so nice,but i don't like dinno. he's not for yna.
and amor is so beautiful and sexy.wish to meet her. but i want to finish the promise
March 06, 2007 04:07 AM


Name: Joks Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Subject: Lov u guys Rating: 3 stars

I really do lov this soapie. It is very interesting. Yna and Angelo are prefect actor. But i don't like Yna getting been hurt due to fact the she has to face the consquence of her original life, who really she is.
March 05, 2007 03:11 AM

haha..the last parts funny..

OMG i cant believe its a hit in africa,wow..

if fdramas are already good for african viewers,wat more if jdoramas,kdramas and taiwanese dramas are brought there...

that's great. congratulations to them,.

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Name: Anita Peter Location: Tanga, Tanzania
Subject: i enjoy this telenovela

I would like to get the full episode of this telenovela.
March 02, 2007 07:35 AM


Name: T. Nuwuses Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Subject: i love the soapie Rating: 3 stars

the soapie has so many that one can learn from. love yna,amor, & angelo
March 01, 2007 06:33 AM


Name: Diana Alweendo Location: Windhoek, Namibia, Africa
Subject: walla, Pangko sa yo

In love with the promise, pls add full episodes!!!!!!!!!
I love them, yna, amor, angelo with jealous felicity jealous mother and whole clue
February 27, 2007 03:40 AM


Name: Susan Jeannevol Location: Seychelles
Subject: the promise Rating: 3 stars

simply the best of everything,the actors,the actresses,the scenes......
please send me all the episodes,i'm actually watching this drama n it's marvellous.job well done to all of you esp claudia and yna.
February 26, 2007 12:40 PM


Name: Diana Alweendo Location: Windhoek
Subject: Da cooles' staff!

pls add the summary episodes!!! I can't get enough of yna, amor, eduardo, mother and madame claudia. even if i like it more when angelo and yna are in love.but felicity is not a gal for angelo. I love this film more than anything. it fabulous!!! The promise clue, pls contact me on my email adress
February 23, 2007 05:46 AM


Name: Rahab Mwakyoma Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Subject: The Best Love Story So Far Rating: 3 stars

i have watched a lot of love stories before but i have never been taken this way.yna and angelo you never cease to amaze me with your wonderful performances.you were really born to do acting and you are so perfect with each other though i understand angelo fell in love with someone else.hopefully you will continue to do acting together despite the breakup.i loved all the actors and actress in the movies though some were given bad parts you were all good with your parts.
February 09, 2007 07:32 AM


Name: Bianca Pointe Location: Seychelles
Subject: greatings

i would like 2 get d whole episode
February 07, 2007 01:21 PM


Name: Bianca Pointe Location: Seychelles

its cool to watch father,and madame claudia is the coolest mom in the world
February 07, 2007 01:17 PM


Name: Magda Vidot Location: Seychelles, Mahe
Subject: Telenovela: the promise Rating: 3 stars

I would like to get the full story of the promise.
February 03, 2007 01:56 PM


Name: Jenita Rose Location: Seychelles
Subject: Telenovela The promise Rating: 3 stars

I would like to get the full episode of this telenovela.
February 01, 2007 05:39 AM


Name: Minerva Location: Hillsboro, USA
Subject: PANGAKO DVDS

i know this website that sells these type of soap opera on dvd. ver very good copies. its where i bought mine. check it out.. youll thank me for it
January 22, 2007 10:52 AM


Name: Imaco Location: Keetmanshoop Namibia
Subject: enjoying ur show Rating: 3 stars

its a great show we are learning more out of it.yna and angelo always be happy and the same to amor and eduardo.keep up ur good work.
January 18, 2007 02:35 AM


Name: Doriana Location: Windhoek
Subject: Website Rating: 3 stars

I tried to go onto your website and succeeded, but the problem is i cannot read the episode all are blank could only read the last one written waka. could you plese send me the episode or tell me what i must do to read them.

PS. the soapies is fabulous, can never get enough of it. Keep up the good work
January 17, 2007 07:09 AM


Name: Tatarina Location: Framingham, Maryland, USA
Subject: I LOVE "THE PROMISE" Rating: 3 stars

"The Promise" is the best love story i have ever watched, i was on vacation in Seychelles so i got hooked to watching the show...but i had to come back to the US and i was sad to leave the show,but i was trying to find it online but i cant, is there a way i can find all the episodes that i missed? anyways you are all great characters, and you all did a superb job, i give all of you 5 stars for being the best!! much love and God bless.
January 11, 2007 12:39 AM


Name: Angy Savy Location: La Digue, Seychelles
Subject: i enjoy this telenovela Rating: 3 stars

i would like to get the whole story because i love this telenovela and im to excited to know the rest of the story.i admire ina and that whitch claudia.
January 10, 2007 08:57 AM


Name: Norasianti Location: Singapore
Subject: Pangako Sayo Rating: 3 stars

This is a very good telenovela.
All thumbs up for the actors , crews & production member. Never shown in Singapore before but we have the VCDs sold here.
January 10, 2007 06:28 AM


Name: Fatima Rose Location: Seychelles
Subject: Good ending Rating: 3 stars

I'm watching The promise on tv and I've already read the whole story, its so interesting and it have a fare end. Iskor is the best actor but i feel pity for Claudia.
January 09, 2007 10:11 AM


Name: Valerry Location: Seychelles
Subject: congratulation Rating: 3 stars

actually now in seychelles is showing this film and ma best actress is claudia. cuz i love her character n i congatulate her. angelo to is nice. but claudia is da best. yna is to pretty for DINNO
January 05, 2007 06:49 AM


Name: Helsa Sarah Location: Seychelles
Subject: summmaries Rating: 2 stars

This Telenovela is curently being shown in my country. It is by far the best one i've ever seen. The person who is really doing a great acting is Father "isko". Ina adopted father. By the way everybody is doing a great job.

i would be very greatful if i could get the whole summary.
January 04, 2007 06:55 AM


Name: Bianca Van Wyk Location: Windhoek, Namibia, Africa
Subject: The Promise Rating: 3 stars

Hi All

I really LOVE LOVE your show, especially Yna and Angelo. I wish with all my heart you two could come and visit, and maybe you can bring the witch, Claudia with.

Keep up the good work, I have downloaded many pictures of Yna and Angelo, I love you guys, and Amor is so sweet and beautiful.
December 29, 2006 06:43 AM


Name: Angela Bill Location: Mahe Seychelles
Subject: i will like to get all the episode Rating: 3 stars

i love the film and that is why iwant all the episode in seychelles i watch the film yeah but me i went to read the story all by my self
December 25, 2006 07:20 AM


Name: Sophie Location: Tanzania
Subject: U rock Rating: 3 stars

I never thought i'd watch any other lovely series from la mujer de mi vida but u came n took all our attention.i heard u guys were dating,y dont u guys make up n get back 2gether, u really make a gud couple u know,but u neen to be settled christian.
December 23, 2006 04:33 AM


Name: Diamond Stevens Location: Vinton, Virginia, USA
Subject: i love this movie Rating: 2 stars

i will like to have this movie video. when i was in ghana i watch but did not end the series. can u send mme the video.on my email at carolinemelvina@yahoo.com
December 22, 2006 10:24 PM


Name: Arlene Mills Location: Hong Kong
Subject: Wonderful Rating: 3 stars

Well I really loved this tele series I make sure that before the showing time I'm already in front of the tele. I'm an avid fan of Jodi Sta. Maria. She's so simple, lovely and beautiful esp. you look at her eyes. She always make me cry everytime I watch her. She's really a good actress. God Bless and her family.
December 15, 2006 10:09 PM


Name: Imeeh

hello i love pangako sa yo and thank u coz yna and angelo acting is cool naka miss sila lahat hope theres a continuation ha..ha..all my family cried at inaabangan palagi salamat po
from tracy california
December 13, 2006 11:24 AM



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...very nice,..i cant believe they appreciate it that much..

agree!

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Its fantastic.., 20 October 2004
Author: Girl_Rulez from Singapore

Well hey.. Ya i would like to comment on this movie.. It was fabulous.. Many people would think that a rich person could not marry a poor person.. Well this is where you are wrong.. In this film, it shows that even though you are rich of poor, u could still marry another person with another status.. It has many of suspense and some emotional features.. You must really see this movie i recommend u.. It has some romantic features.. The place they are acting are not quite bad but if the person is poor, the place must be where poor people are living and well.. I know everything that i'm writing does not make any sense but really i really would like u all to see this show...
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PANGAKO SA YO......bravo to the cast and team, 8 May 2008
10/10
Author: mariecris-deguzman from Canada

One of the most endearing and very touching movie. I really enjoyed the cast as well as the storyline. Great acting by all and once more Filipino movies always has a certain touch where it hits you right at the heart!!!!!!

I am impressed on how they are able to profile all the many ways of how people view other people whether it be by status, gender or race. It was done in a way that I looked forward to coming home and watching the next episode.Keep up the good work on making Filipino movies very enjoyable and adding a cast of good actors and actresses.

Ina and Jericho really have a nice chemistry with each other and it's so touching to see them when they are embraced with one another with their tears.The older generation actors and actresses I applaud them for being so very professional as they make it seem like it is so real.I hope that there will be a continuation of this series.
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Pangako Sa Iyo, 8 November 2007
10/10
Author: lhccabrera from Canada

Me and my wife have been away from home for 21 yrs and have not really watched any Pilipino movies since. Lately my sisters here have been lending us tele-series movies( we have seen 3 so far) and since then we were both hooked to it.I know for a fact that acting, writing,dancing, singing are just one of the strenghts of our ancestry. These are in our blood as Filipinos. The 3 tele-series we have seen are all superb,starting from the writers, actors,actresses, and all those talented people who made these kind of films possible. Of the 3 movies that I have seen, I like Pangako Sa Iyo the best. Actually I have seen the other 2 movies first before " pangako" and during that time I rated those two movies as the best Pilipino movies I have ever watched not until I have seen "Pangako"(we have just watched volume 30 for now as I was writing this) and YES this is the best ,superb ,dramatic movie have ever been produced .Yna and Angelo did a very superb job and so with the rest of the actors and actresses. Our congratulation to them for a job very well done. No wonder even non-Filipinos abroad love it very much. More power to you all

Love

Leon & Karen (11/08/2007) Toronro, CANADA
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I like it...., 26 January 2007
Author: mbonair307 from Tanzania

She acted very well along side Angelo. The play was so good in a way that it was ranked number one in Tanzania.

Up to today, people talk about Yna and Angelo. They should visit Tanzania to confirm that...

I was so happy to see finally Yna and Angelo re united after the long journey of family misunderstanding.

There was a time I thought that Madam Claudia was the real mother of Yna and the only problem was that she did not recognize her.

I never thought that even Phillipines people can despise poor people like in most areas in Africa. For example Claudia never liked Yna just because she was coming from poor background.

Thank GOD that she got what she worked for after long sufferings...
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fantastic, 12 August 2006
10/10
Author: ladylove20088 from Lebanon

i really loved the film.it was fabulous.the actors were all good.two thumbs up.it was a film of pain and joy.it was so nice.the film showed us all and taught us that no matter how rich you are you can still marry a poor person.it was romantic and also lovely.you must watch it.it is an unforgettable film.it is full of emotion and feelings for one another.well there are no words to actually describe the film.there will be no film like that again i guess.if there is i am sure this world would be filled with love there will be no hatred,no boastfulness about been rich,and peace would prevail.
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Best movie in the whole world!, 11 August 2006
10/10
Author: elantranine from Singapore

Hi I';m a great great fan of pangako SA yo. I love this movie cos it is encompasses many features that is happening in the real world. It taught that Love is beyond everything. Love for a person, love your job, love ur family, love ur enemy too!! This movie has opened my mind to every person i know. And to be successful in life is not easy. You must go through a lot of pain to gain success. Love don't come easy. There's a lot of sacrifices to be made. Strong will power, patience and perseverance is a must. Overall it taught us how to LOVE while u r still alive and Appreciate whatever u have in life.......... I love this MOVIE!!
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the movie is wonderful, 2 August 2006
10/10
Author: Aina-Paulina Muulila from Namibia

The movie had been start shown in our country about 6 weeks ago by one of the wonderful TV channel'ONE Africa TELEVISION and I find it very interesting and every Wednesday and Thursaday I make sure Iam there to watch it. My sisters and brothers are also crazy about it.I like Yna-Kristine Hermosa most she is great. I wish she can come and visit us at Namibia.I also like Angelo he did not allow his mother to manipulate him to by stoping him to love Yna.he also decide that he is going to love Yna even though she is poor and a maid. I think Angelo is a great guy who know what does it mean to live somebody without considering her back ground and how poor or rich she is. Good lucky to all the actors in the drama.
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i like it, 21 May 2006
5/10
Author: ifaana2 from Cameroon

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i really like this movie .from the actress Yna i have learned a lot.i have learned to always always hold to my dreams and never give up .if i were to recommend something i will recommend this film to all African youths it has a great message for them

i really like Yna because i see myself in her.All the actors and actresses are so wonderful they really know how to act .They do their parts so well and real .I love them all

This movie is also good because of its religious background.Through Yna and Agelo the message of abstinence has been brought out.the Movie is void of immorality.As a Christian i will say that is very good.
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i loved and liked it, 18 May 2006
10/10
Author: bkmwa from Kenya

since i joined ma guardians in Nairobi from upcountry, i found that the the national television(KBC) was airing pangako sa yo' as "the promise" having watched it, i was impressed by the casting and more so, i had gone through exactly what Yna and Angelo had gone. what a coincidence i could not imagine. the cast was excellent. my suggestion is, maybe you could arrange with our 4 local TV stations to market you films and air episodes of the preferred movies as well as soap operas. in this i will greatly appreciate your concern over my wish. i would even rather plead with my guardians to buy a telly instead of visiting our neighbour every evening to catch up with the cast.
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Pangako Sa'Yo, 16 May 2006
10/10
Author: maryanne-21 from Malaysia

A Must Watch "Soap Opera" I Spend 3 sleepless nights watching box1,2,3...twice. What A Shame?I got carried away...i was feeling groggy,had puffy eyes, body was aching...but was worth it...will be watching again!Luv Jericho Rosales n Kristine Hermosa 4 their acting n Beauty.Hope 4 a happy ending? This story is real to life as it can be.Some rich people are heartless, manipulative ,greedy,selfish......"Nobody" want to know you when you are poor,you become a social outcast.This Serial Awakens the soul to humble themselves to the realty of this world.People who are poor in the material world are rich in the soul....This is what "Pangako Sa'Yo"is about! I'ts an Excellent show.....

africans must watch asians drama not just philippine drama but also tai,korean and jap...
all asians...way to go....

i have seen Pangako Sa'yo being aired in Indonesia after it was aired here. but it is good to here that those originals were really watched by other countries.

proud to be filipino.

WOW!!! this is a really good news!!! I've been waiting for other countries to appreciated the talent of the FILIPINO's... keep up the good work, in no time we will be know for our great acting skills!!! MABUHAY!!!

wow

wow, good job filipinos!!!

wow... nice job ABS-CBN...