Kakambal ni Eliana (International title: Eliana's Twin / transl. twin of Eliana) is a 2013 Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Roderick Lindayag, it stars Kim Rodriguez. It premiered on April 15, 2013 on the network's Afternoon Prime line up replacing Forever. The series concluded on August 23, 2013 with a total of 93 episodes. It was replaced by Pyra: Babaeng Apoy in its timeslot.
| Kakambal ni Eliana | |
|---|---|
 Title card | |
| Also known as | Eliana's Twin |
| Genre | Fantasy drama |
| Developed by | Des Garbes Severino |
| Written by |
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| Directed by | Roderick Lindayag |
| Creative director | Jun Lana |
| Starring | Kim Rodriguez |
| Theme music composer | Dodgie Simoun |
| Opening theme | "Kung Alam Mo Lang" by Maricris Garcia |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Tagalog |
| No. of episodes | 93 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Jojo T. Aleta |
| Cinematography | Patrick Jess Ferrer |
| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 30-45 minutes |
| Production company | GMA Entertainment TV |
| Original release | |
| Network | GMA Network |
| Release | April 15 – August 23, 2013 |
Premise edit
The story revolves around the life of Eliana, a girl who was born with a black snake attached to her back. The reptile wraps itself around her hand every time she experience extreme emotions like sadness or anger. She spends her life hidden in a basement, until she manages to get away. In the process, she strives to find out the truth about herself and her family.
She will eventually discover new things and meet people that will eventually change her life. In the outside world, she meets new friends and two of them, Gabo and Julian fall in love with her. Gabo is a street-smart lad who accepts Eliana for who she is, while Julian is a fashion photographer who is bewildered by Eliana's beauty, not knowing that she has a snake twin. However, she also meets her rival, Margarita, who is Julian's model-girlfriend and unknown to everyone, her half sister.[1]
Cast and characters edit
- Lead cast
- Kim Rodriguez as Isabella Eliana Cascavel-Dominguez[2]
- Supporting cast
- Jean Garcia as Isabel "Bel" Cascavel-Dominguez (formerly Monteverde)
- Kristoffer Martin as Gabriel "Gabo" Santillan
- Jomari Yllana as Emmanuel "Eman" Dominguez
- Chynna Ortaleza as Minerva San Beda
- Enzo Pineda as Julian de Vera[3]
- Lexi Fernandez as Margarita "Marga" Dominguez
- Leo Martinez as Eddie Cascavel
- Eva Darren as Aurora Cascavel
- Sherwin Revister as the voice of Naja
- Recurring cast
- Antonio Aquitania as Sebastian "Basti" Monteverde
- Sherilyn Reyes-Tan as Nora Dominguez
- Carlene Aguilar as Angie De Vera
- Jay-R as Nathan De Vera
- Ernie Garcia as Samuel Dominguez
- Carmen Soriano as Henrietta Monteverde
- Mosang as Tetay
- Rez Cortez as Prof. Banal
- Aicelle Santos as Kate Banal
- Sue Prado as Cora
- Anette Samin as Claire Cascavel
- Marnie Lapuz as Mrs. San Jose
Development edit
Screenwriter, Des Garbes Severino conceptualized and developed the series in mid-2011, initially titled as Serpentina.[4][5] The idea for the series is inspired from the urban myth—that has been around since the 80's—about the daughter of a mall owner who has a snake twin and dwells in a secret room/basement of the mall.[6] The title later changed to Kakambal ni Eliana.
On February 11, 2013 the four main characters underwent "snake workshop" with two Mexican black kingsnakes.[7] The drill required them to get familiarized with all the snake species.[8]
Ratings edit
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Kakambal ni Eliana earned a 12.2% rating.[9] While the final episode scored a 17.3% rating.[10]
Accolades edit
| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 27th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Daytime Drama Series | Kakambal ni Eliana | Nominated | [11] |
References edit
- ^ "Kim Rodriguez takes on first lead role as 'Eliana'". The Manila Times. Archived from the original on April 16, 2013. Retrieved April 19, 2013.
- ^ "Kim Rodriguez's character has a twin snake". PEP. Archived from the original on April 24, 2016. Retrieved April 19, 2013.
- ^ "Enzo shifts to heavy drama". SunStar. April 11, 2013.
- ^ "Star-studded film Cinco offers five times the horror". PEP.
- ^ "Na-excite kaya biglang kumalat agad, Mark Bautista nagladlad na ng katawan!". The Philippine Star.
- ^ "Urban legends". Philippine Daily Inquirer. December 17, 2011.
- ^ "Young Kapuso star may get a pet snake when series is over". Philippine Daily Inquirer. August 7, 2013.
- ^ "Anak ng dating Viva Hot Babe Zara Lopez, delikado na ang lagay sa dengue!". Pinoy Parazzi. February 15, 2013.
- ^ Tuazon, Nikko (April 18, 2013). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (April 15 to 16): Indio closes in on Ina Kapatid Anak". PEP. Retrieved January 25, 2018.
- ^ Tuazon, Nikko (August 30, 2013). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (August 19 to 25, 2013): Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala ends with 24.9 percent; 24 Oras was most-watched primetime program". PEP. Retrieved March 1, 2018.
- ^ "Full list of winners of the 27th Star Awards for Television". LionhearTV. November 24, 2013. Retrieved April 28, 2020.
