Pinulot Ka Lang sa Lupa
Pinulot Ka Lang sa Lupa (International title: Envy / transl. You Were Just Picked Up from the Ground) is a 2017 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a Philippine graphic novel and a 1987 Philippine film of the same title. Directed by Gina Alajar, it stars Julie Anne San Jose and Benjamin Alves. It premiered on January 30, 2017 on the network's Afternoon Prime line up replacing Sa Piling ni Nanay. The series concluded on April 12, 2017 with a total of 53 episodes. It was replaced by D' Originals in its timeslot.
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Also known as | Envy[1] |
Genre | Drama |
Based on | Pinulot Ka Lang sa Lupa (1987) by Ishmael Bernal |
Developed by | Gilda Olvidado-Marcelino |
Written by |
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Directed by | Gina Alajar |
Creative director | Roy Iglesias |
Starring | |
Theme music composer | Arlene Calvo |
Opening theme | "Pag-ibig 'di Lumisan" by Julie Anne San Jose |
Country of origin | Philippines |
Original language | Tagalog |
No. of episodes | 53 (list of episodes) |
Production | |
Executive producer | Jocelyn del Rosario-Ariño |
Production locations | Quezon City, Philippines |
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Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
Running time | 22-30 minutes |
Production company | GMA Entertainment TV |
Release | |
Original network | GMA Network |
Picture format | 1080i (HDTV) |
Original release | January 30 – April 12, 2017 |
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Premise
Santina is forced to work after the death of her aunt. She will work for Diony who eventually sends Santina to school and treats her like a daughter. Diony will later adopt Angeli leading Santina and Angeli's vying for Diony's son, Ephraim's love.[3]
Cast and characters
- Lead cast
- Julie Anne San Jose as Santina "Tina" Marquez-Esquivel[4]
- Benjamin Alves as Ephraim Sta. Maria Esquivel[5]
- Supporting cast
- Martin del Rosario as Francisco "Francis / Kiko" Garela
- LJ Reyes as Angeli "Geli" Martinez / Esquivel
- Ara Mina as Mariz Alejo-Zimmerman
- Jean Garcia as Diony Sta. Maria-Esquivel
- Victor Neri as Cesar Esquivel
- Allan Paule as Hector Marquez
- Geleen Eugenio as Yoleng Sta. Maria
- Janna Dominguez as Chona Garela
- Lharby Policarpio as Boggs
- Koreen Medina as Laureen
- Guest cast
- Kyle Ocampo as young Angeli "Geli" Martinez
- Marc Justin Alvarez as young Ephraim Esquivel
- Ar Angel Aviles as young Santina "Tina" Marquez
- Candy Pangilinan as Liza Marquez
- Leanne Bautista as Glenda Esquivel
- Elle Ramirez as Macy Montenegro
- Kiko Matos as Manny Sotto
- Eunice Lagusad as Elma
- Carmen Del Rosario as Lydia
- Leandro Baldemor as Conrad Alejo
- Sheree as Arlene Garela-Alejo
- Afi Africa as Britney
- Gee Canlas as Siony
- Prince Clemente as Ephraim's friend
- Joemarie Nielsen as Ephraim's friend
- Eian Rances as Ephraim's friend
- Kim Rodriguez as Julie
- David Licauco as Aiden
- Ge Villamil as Maring
Ratings
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement household ratings, the pilot episode of Pinulot Ka Lang sa Lupa earned an 11.4% rating.[6] While the final episode scored a 5.4% rating in Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement people in television homes.[7]
Accolades
Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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2017 | 31st PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Child Performer | Marc Justine Alvarez | Nominated | [8] |
References
- "Envy". Retrieved November 9, 2018.
- "Pinulot Ka Lang sa Lupa (Full Episodes)". Retrieved November 9, 2018.
- "Pinulot Ka Lang sa Lupa". Retrieved October 29, 2018.
- "Cast ng 'Pinulot Ka Lang Sa Lupa,' ipinakilala na!". January 13, 2017. Retrieved November 9, 2018.
- Anarcon, James Patrick (August 31, 2016). "Julie Anne San Jose and Benjamin Alves to be paired in Pinulot Ka Lang Sa Lupa remake". Retrieved November 9, 2018.
- Mia, Ron. "AGB Nielsen: NUTAM TV Ratings – January 30 & 31, 2017 GMA Network wins Miss Universe telecast; "The Greatest Love" ruins "Pinulot Ka Lang sa Lupa" debut". Retrieved January 24, 2018.
- Ching, Mark Angelo (January 1, 2018). "PEP YEARENDER 2017: Top Rating Finale Episodes in Daytime, according to AGB". Retrieved January 25, 2018.
- Soriano, Gia Allana. "IN PHOTOS: Kapuso winners at the 31st PMPC Star Awards for Television". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved April 24, 2020.