About Mula Sa Puso
- Released on March 10, 1997
"Mula sa Puso" is a classic Filipino television series that originally aired on ABS-CBN from 1997 to 1999. The show stars Claudine Barretto as Olivia "Via" Pereira-Maglayon / Ella Peralta, Rico Yan as Gabriel Maglayon, and Diether Ocampo in supporting roles. The series was so popular that it was re-aired in 2008 through Studio 23 and Kapamilya Channel, and it even spawned a remake in 2011 with a new cast.
The show tells the story of Via, a young woman who is torn between two men: Gabriel, the man she loves, and Michael, the man her family wants her to marry. As Via navigates the challenges of love and family, she must also deal with the villainous Selina Perriera-Matias, played by Princess Punzalan. Selina is a cunning and manipulative character who will stop at nothing to get what she wants, including destroying Via's happiness.
"Mula sa Puso" was a groundbreaking show for many reasons. It was one of the most competitive soaps on Philippine television at the time, tied with "Esperanza" for the top spot. It also had a memorable soundtrack and even crossed over with other prime time dramas such as "Esperanza" and "Sa Sandaling Kailangan Mo Ako." The show also gave critical acclaim to director Wenn V. Deramas and Princess Punzalan for their respective roles in the series. The 2011 remake, which starred Lauren Young, JM De Guzman, and Enrique Gil, further solidified the show's place in Philippine television history.
Overall, "Mula sa Puso" is a classic example of Filipino soap opera at its finest. With its unforgettable characters, memorable storylines, and talented cast, the show remains a favorite among Filipino audiences to this day.
