Yesterday's Bride

Yesterday's Bride is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Gil Tejada Jr., it stars Lovi Poe in the title role. It premiered on October 29, 2012 on the network's Afternoon Prime line up replacing Hindi Ka na Mag-iisa. The series concluded on February 22, 2013 with a total of 85 episodes. It was replaced by Unforgettable in its timeslot.

Yesterday's Bride
Title card
Genre	Drama
Developed by	Maribel Ilag
Written by	Ana Aleta Nadela Liberty Trinidad
Directed by	Gil Tejada Jr.
Creative director	Jun Lana
Starring	Lovi Poe
Theme music composer	Freddie Saturno
Opening theme	"Tunay na Mahal" by Jaya
Country of origin	Philippines
Original language	Tagalog
No. of episodes	85
Production
Executive producer	Joy Lumboy-Pili
Production locations	Pampanga, Philippines Manila, Philippines
Cinematography	Lito Mempin
Camera setup	Multiple-camera setup
Running time	30–45 minutes
Production company	GMA Entertainment TV
Original release
Network	GMA Network
Release	October 29, 2012 (2012-10-29) – February 22, 2013 (2013-02-22)

Cast and characters

Cast

Lovi Poe

Ara Mina

Ken Chan

Lead cast

• Lovi Poe as Andrea Manalo / Lorraine Agustin^[1]

Works in a furniture shop owned by the Ramirezes, the simple, uneducated but kind-hearted, Andrea falls in love with her boss's son, Justin Ramirez. Despite their diverse social backgrounds and the obvious opposition of the latter's parents, the young lovers are determined to fight for their love and happiness. On her way to her wedding with Justin, an accident strikes which renders her into a coma. Andrea is found pregnant. The more that Justin shows his care, love and attention for her. Another twist of fate comes to a worse when fire breaks out in the hospital. Miraculously, Andrea wakes up and finds herself in a mansion not knowing who the owner is, and even forgetting her name and her past.^[2]

Supporting cast

• Rocco Nacino as Justin Ramirez

Born from a prominent family, Justin is the sheltered heir of the Ramirezes. He falls deeply in love with their lowly worker, Andrea Manalo, much to his mother's dismay. Out of extreme love, he braves all the obstacles just to be with the woman he loves. Tragedy strikes and fate takes a sudden twist and destroy their dreams of having a simple and happy family life together.^[3]

• Luis Alandy as Celso Agustin

A respectable and kind-hearted doctor who saves and takes good care of Andrea Manalo during her "loss" times and even giving her a name, Loraine. Soon, Celso and Loraine/Andrea find themselves falling in love with each other. But things get complicated as the latter starts to regain her memory and unravel the mystery of her past.

• Karel Marquez as Sabrina Torres

The doctor who delivered Andrea's baby. She is a bipolar woman who loves Justin Ramirez to a passion. She will do anything to lure the latter into her trap and determined to take down anyone who dares to get in her way.^[4]

• Ara Mina as Josilda Ramirez

Justin's ambitious and arrogant mother and the owner of the huge furniture shop where Andrea works. She will do everything to keep her precious son away from Andrea, even if it means making life hell for Andrea in the most evil way imaginable.^[5]

• Emilio Garcia as Pete Ramirez

The spouse of Josie and the strict father of Justin and Joel. Self-centered and over-domineering, Pete seeks to control everything and everyone.

• Mark Bautista as Dave Serrano

Celso Agustin's close friend and confidante. He also works as a doctor. He proves himself a true friend as he constantly stands by Celso's side through all the latter’s ordeals.

• Raquel Villavicencio as Conchita Agustin

The mother of Celso Agustin. She hates Loraine/Andrea for her son and will do whatever it takes to tear them apart.

• Nina Ricci Alagao as Suzanne Torres

A strong-willed and cunning woman who will do whatever it takes just to protect her daughter from further pain and disappointments in life.^[6]

• Lou Sison as Fey

The personal nurse-turned-close friend of Loraine/Andrea.^[7]

• Ken Chan as Joel Ramirez

The younger brother and somewhat a friend and confidant of Justin Ramirez.

Development

Series' creator, Liberty Trinidad stated that the series presents an interesting take to a seemingly perfect love story, as it explores the moral dilemma of the protagonist and how she must decide between the two men who love her. "The show is very current and viewers will be able to relate to Andrea's [the main character of the story] predicament because even though their situation may be different, everyone has to make tough decisions especially when it comes to love," she added.^[8]

Casting

Lovi Poe played the titular character, Andrea Manalo. Poe described her role "the most quiet role I have ever played" and far different from the strong-willed and independent characters she did in television series, Legacy and movies, Temptation Island and My Neighbor's Wife.^[9] "It looks easy but it is a lot harder for me. I am used to playing independent and strong women. This time around, it is more about falling in love and becoming martyr. It is something new to me," she said. By far "It's challenging because there will be adjustments in my attack. Coming from strong female characters, it’s not that easy to create nuances for your new role. But this is where the excitement lies. It will definitely test your range as an actress," she added.^[10] Rocco Nacino cast as Justin Ramirez, one of the two leading men of the protagonist. Nacino stated that it's his "first mature role". Nacino and Poe first worked together in 2010 mini-series Mistaken Identity. Luis Alandy and Karel Marquez, on the other hand, played Celso Ramirez, the other love interest and Sabrina Torres, the series' main antagonist, respectively.^[11]

Production

The series' plug, teasers, as well as the opening title sequence were filmed in a studio at GMA Network Center, in Quezon City. Production started filming the series on October 12, 2012. Many of the series' scenes were shot on location in Angeles, Pampanga.^[12]

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement overnight ratings, the pilot episode of Yesterday's Bride earned a 14.8% rating.^[13] While the final episode scored a 21.8% rating in Mega Manila household television ratings.^[14]

Accolades

Accolades received by Yesterday's Bride

Year	Awards	Category	Recipient	Result	Ref.
2012	FMTM Awards	Top 10 Best Philippine TV Series	Yesterday's Bride	Top 8	[15]
		Daytime Prince Netizens' Awards	Rocco Nacino	Won

References

1. Anarcon, James Patrick (September 16, 2021). "Lovi Poe thanks GMA-7 for believing in her: "Hindi po biro ang 15 years."". PEP. Retrieved September 16, 2021.
2. Brosas, Alex Valentin (October 11, 2012). "Lovi Poe All Set To Switch Allegiance?". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
3. Littlefield, Eddie (October 10, 2012). "Rocco Nacino, hanggang paghanga lang daw kay Lovi Poe". Pinoy Paparazzi. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
4. Sermino, Dondon. "Rocco, natulala nang sunggaban ng halik ni Karel!". Abante. Archived from the original on October 2, 2013. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
5. Rula, Gorgy (October 20, 2012). "Ara Mina still sees no reconciliation happening between her and sister Cristine Reyes". PEP. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
6. Llanes, Rommel R. (October 25, 2012). "Former beauty queen Nina Ricci Alagao on differences with husband Michael Flores: "It's actually complementing more than conflicting, e."". PEP. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
7. Llanes, Rommel R. (October 20, 2012). "Yesterday's Bride cast member Lou Sison content with slow pace of her showbiz career: "Kasi ayoko naman yung biglang tumataas 'tapos biglang bagsak."". PEP. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
8. Uy, Ed (October 26, 2012). "Lovi Poe: Yesterday's Bride; tomorrow's Kapamilya?". The Manila Times. Archived from the original on January 19, 2013. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
9. Benavidez, Kathleen (October 17, 2012). "Lovi Poe opens the "gate" to play romantic role in Yesterday's Bride". PEP. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
10. Gonzales, Joseph Peter R. (October 21, 2012). "Is Lovi ready to switch channels?". Manila Standard Today. Archived from the original on January 24, 2013. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
11. Llanes, Rommel R. (October 23, 2012). "Part 1. Rocco Nacino humbled by leading-man status in Kapuso network". PEP. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
12. Marasigan, Ruben (October 7, 2012). "Lovi Poe on new afternoon soap Yesterday's Bride: "I want to make it as an acting piece again."". PEP. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
13. "GMA Network's Yesterday's Bride continuously wins in NUTAM". LionhearTV. January 17, 2013. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
14. Tuazon, Nikko (February 25, 2013). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (February 20 to 24): Be Careful With My Heart maintains daytime leadership, GMA-7 leads weekend ratings". PEP. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
15. "Panalo na on air, Panalo pa online!". YouTube (in Filipino). January 28, 2013. Retrieved September 9, 2020.

External links

• Official website
• Yesterday's Bride at IMDb