''Natutulog Ba ang Diyos?'' () is a 2007
Philippine television drama
Philippine television drama, also known as ''teleserye'' is a form of melodramatic, serialized, televised fiction in the Philippines. ''Teleserye'' is derived from two Filipino words: "tele", short for "''telebisyón''" (television), and "''se ...
series broadcast by
ABS-CBN
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.
Roxanne Guinoo stars in 'Natutulog pa Ang Diyos'
/ref> Based on the 1988 Philippine film '' Natutulog Pa ang Diyos'', the series is the fourth and final instalment of ''Sineserye Presents
''Sineserye Presents'' is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by ABS-CBN. The series is a television adaptation of the Philippine films. It aired on the network's Primetime Bida line up and worldwide on TFC from March 5, 2007 to Octo ...
''. Directed by Jerry Lopez Sinenang and Rechie del Carmen, it stars Roxanne Guinoo
Roxanne Bosch Guinoo-Yap (born February 14, 1986) is a Filipino actress. She mostly appears on TV shows but has also starred in movies, such as '' Now That I Have You'', the '' Shake, Rattle & Roll'' film series'','' and '' D' Anothers''.
F ...
, Jake Cuenca
Juan Carlos Cuenca (; born December 30, 1987), popularly known as Jake Cuenca, is a Filipino actor. He also played for United Football League Division 2 sides Team Socceroo FC.
Career
At the age of nine, Cuenca was discovered by talent scout ...
and Joross Gamboa
John Ross Sanchez "Joross" Gamboa (born November 28, 1984), is a Filipino actor, comedian and model who was a 2nd runner-up in the 1st season of '' Star Circle Quest''.
Career
After four years of being with ABS-CBN Star Magic, ''Joross Gamboa' ...
. It aired on the network's Primetime Bida line up and worldwide on TFC from July 16 to October 12, 2007, replacing '' May Minamahal'' and was replaced by '' Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition 2''.
The story revolves around a young woman who was switched at birth. As a result, what could have been a life of prosperity became a life of poverty. Meanwhile, the baby boy who was put in her rightful place has grown up to be spoiled and irresponsible, but is secretly caught up in his feelings for her.
Original film plot
Everyone notices how different Andrew (Ricky Davao) and Gillian (Lorna Tolentino
Victoria Lorna Perez Aluquin-Fernandez (born December 23, 1961), better known by her stage name Lorna Tolentino, sometimes known as ''L.T.'', an abbreviation of her screen name, is a Filipino actress, model, film producer and television persona ...
) look from their respective sets of parents but no one really makes a fuss about it. What is even more surprising is that the two have never felt close with the families they grew up with. Instead, Gillian becomes more closely attached to Andrew's parents ( Ricky Belmonte and Marita Zobel
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) and Andrew feels drawn to Gillian's parents, Bernardo (Dante Rivero
Luisito Ramos Meyer Jr., known professionally as Dante Rivero, is a Filipino film and television actor who has won a FAMAS award and nominated for a Gawad Urian Award
The Gawad Urian Awards are annual film awards in the Philippines pres ...
) and Patria (Gina Pareño
Gina Pareño (; born Geraldine Acthley, October 20, 1947) is a Filipino actress. She is referred to as the "Queen of Philippine Melodrama", being best known for her award-winning portrayals in films like '' Kubrador'', ''Service (film), Serbis' ...
). Little do they suspect that this is because Andrew and Gillian had been switched at birth. Andrew's real father, Bernardo, a poor private driver, decides that Andrew will have a better life growing up with his rich bosses. So he makes sure that only he and his wife Patria know that he has switched the two babies when the mothers both gave birth at a provincial hospital. No amount of pleading from Patria can make him change his mind. Out of frustration, Patria resorts to maltreating Gillian. The latter finds comfort with Andrew's mother, Rose (Marita Zobel), and later with Mark (Gary Valenciano
Edgardo Jose "Gary" Santiago Valenciano (born August 6, 1964) is a Filipino singer and actor. Known for his musical versatility and performances, he is a recipient of various accolades, including 12 Awit Awards, 3 FAMAS Awards and the Myx ...
), a rich suitor. Jealous of Gillian's newfound attention, Andrew decides to force himself on Gillian, an act which leads to the revelation of the secret of their parentage.
Plot
Roxanne plays Gillian, the rightful heiress of a wealthy couple, but was switched with Andrew (Jake Cuenca), the son of a driver. Andrew, who grows up to be irresponsible, is secretly in love with Gillian. On the other hand, Joross Gamboa is Mark, who adds to the confusion, as he is Andrew's best friend, who also has feelings for Gillian.
Cast and characters
Main cast
* Roxanne Guinoo
Roxanne Bosch Guinoo-Yap (born February 14, 1986) is a Filipino actress. She mostly appears on TV shows but has also starred in movies, such as '' Now That I Have You'', the '' Shake, Rattle & Roll'' film series'','' and '' D' Anothers''.
F ...
as Gillian Ramirez/Angeles - Bernardo and Patria's supposed eldest daughter. She grew up in poverty, but although she yearns for a better life, she wants to bring it about herself, not by relying on other people. Disciplined and responsible, she is liked by Mike and Rose, her parents employers. Unfortunately, her own parents don't think too highly of her, and treat her badly.
* Jake Cuenca
Juan Carlos Cuenca (; born December 30, 1987), popularly known as Jake Cuenca, is a Filipino actor. He also played for United Football League Division 2 sides Team Socceroo FC.
Career
At the age of nine, Cuenca was discovered by talent scout ...
as Andrew Angeles/Ramirez - the only supposed child of Mike and Rose. This spoiled brat always wants to be the center of attention, and will never hesitate to get back at those who stand in his way. The only person he turns to for advice is his best friend, Mark. He tries to prove himself to his parents, but he always end up being compared unfavorably to Gillian. As such, he tries to get back at her every time. However, despite that, he really is in love with Gillian. Later in the story, Andrew and Gillian become lovers but it just doesn't work out for the two since their parents separate them apart.
* Joross Gamboa
John Ross Sanchez "Joross" Gamboa (born November 28, 1984), is a Filipino actor, comedian and model who was a 2nd runner-up in the 1st season of '' Star Circle Quest''.
Career
After four years of being with ABS-CBN Star Magic, ''Joross Gamboa' ...
as Mark Vilchez - a rich 19-year-old who eventually falls for Gillian. This achiever is pressured to always take the number one spot, because of his parents. He is Andrew's best friend, who never fails to check Andrew when he's being too arrogant. He loves Gillian so much that he even stands up to her against Andrew, although he can't do the same when he's in front of his parents. A year later, he moves on with Trish, though he can't get Gillian of his head.
* Dina Bonnevie
Geraldyn "Dina" Schaer Bonnevie (, formerly Sotto, Penson, and Savellano; born January 27, 1962) is a Filipino people, Filipino actress. She is recognized as the industry's "Drama Queen" of her generation. She has won 2 FAMAS Award, FAMAS Awa ...
as Rose Angeles - Andrew's mother. She's a supportive wife, yet she tries to keep her husband in check whenever he's mad at their son Andrew. She loves Andrew so much, that she always gives him another chance to change, but she can't explain why she has a certain fondness for Gillian.
* Rosanna Roces
Jennifer Adriano Arias (born May 24, 1972), better known by her stage names Rosanna Roces and Osang, is a Filipino actress and comedian.
Career
Roces was a contract star of Seiko Films from 1994 to 1996, introduced initially as "Ana Maceda" ...
as Patria Ocampo-Ramirez - Bernardo's wife. She never hesitates to raise her hand against Gillian, as she projects her anger and regret onto her daughter. She's not satisfied with her life, so she engages in various sidelines. Like her husband, her weakness is Andrew, as she'll do everything for her eldest son.
* Mat Ranillo III
Matias Archibald Ranillo III (born October 5, 1956), also known by his Stage name, screen name Mat Ranillo III, is a Filipino-born American actor.
Personal life
Matias Archibald Ranillo III is the second of seven children and the first son of a ...
as Mike Angeles - Andrew's father. Mike grew up in a rich family, but he was able to expand the family business through his own hard work. He treats his wife, Rose, as an equal, but as a father to Andrew, he's rather strict, as he thinks his son is just wasting his life away. He favors Gillian more, although he can't really pinpoint why.
* Ronnie Lazaro as Bernardo Ramirez - Mike and Rose's driver. He doesn't want to live in poverty, yet he doesn't do anything to prevent it. All his life, he wished to be like his childhood friend Mike, who's living a good life. Although he already has three children, Gillian, Tina and Boy, he'll always have a soft spot for Andrew, who's actually his real son.
Supporting cast
* Bing Pimentel as Emma Vilchez - Mark's mother, who falls for Mike. She always pressures her son to do what she wants, and desperately wants to maintain their social status no matter what.
* Denise Laurel as Trish Crisostomo - a prim and proper girl from the upper class. She grew up with Mark, and eventually fell in love with him, as she realized that he's the man of her dreams.
* Martin del Rosario
Martin Miguel Mangay del Rosario (born November 25, 1992) is a Filipino actor and model who is known for his portrayal of Norberto Matias in the 2011 drama series '' Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin'', as Severino Monzon in the TV adaptation of '' Pin ...
as Boy Ramirez - loving brother to Gillian.
* Mara Lopez
Mara Isabella Yokohama (born May 20, 1991), known professionally as Mara Lopez, is a Filipino actress. She is a member of Star Magic Batch 13.
Early life
Lopez was born on 20 May 1991 in San Pablo, California, United States. She is the daughter ...
as Tina Ramirez - bad, selfish sister to Gillian. She runs away from home and then comes back.
* Paw Diaz as Karla - friend of Gillian whom she met when working in the club. They meet each other again after running away from their homes.
* Minnie Aguilar as Minerva - rich mother of Karla. She dreams of becoming a millionaire. She goes to jail after almost shooting Rose at gunpoint.
* Mark Dionisio as Raul - Bernardo's accomplice.
* Sheena Elena Robiso as Leslie- the youngest sister of Patria.
* Jessy Mendiola
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She first appeared in TV commercials and ventured acting at age 13, portraying minor roles in several soap operas. In ...
as Michelle
Guest cast
* Basty Alcances as Young Boy
* Cheska Billiones as Young Tina
* Julio Pisk as Young Andrew
* Nash Aguas
Aeign Zackrey "Nash" Aguas Victoriano (; born October 10, 1998) is a Filipino actor and politician. Since 2022, he has been serving as a councilor of Cavite City.
In 2004, Aguas won the first season of the televised talent competition '' Sta ...
as Young Mark
* Khaycee Aboloc as Young Gillian
* Gail Lardizabal as Moira Crisostomo - the youngest sister of Trish.
Theme song
*The theme song, "Natutulog Ba Ang Diyos" performed by Lani Misalucha
Lani Bayot Misalucha (; born Lani Dimalanta Bayot (born August 3, 1969) is a Filipino singer. Known for her vocal range, powerful, emotive vocals and ability to sing opera arias, she has been referred to as " Asia's Nightingale". Her music h ...
, is a cover of the Gary Valenciano
Edgardo Jose "Gary" Santiago Valenciano (born August 6, 1964) is a Filipino singer and actor. Known for his musical versatility and performances, he is a recipient of various accolades, including 12 Awit Awards, 3 FAMAS Awards and the Myx ...
's song. It was released by Universal Records
Universal Music Group N.V. (often abbreviated as UMG and referred to as Universal Music Group or Universal Music) is a Netherlands, Dutch–United States, American multinational Music industry, music corporation under Law of the Netherlands, ...
on the compilation "''Palabas''".
*Natutulog Ba Ang Diyos' original name was Natutulog Pa Ang Diyos in the film.
See also
* List of programs broadcast by ABS-CBN
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* Sineserye Presents
''Sineserye Presents'' is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by ABS-CBN. The series is a television adaptation of the Philippine films. It aired on the network's Primetime Bida line up and worldwide on TFC from March 5, 2007 to Octo ...
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