Prima Donnas
Prima Donnas | |
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Genre | Drama |
Created by | Maria Zita S. Garganera |
Written by |
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Directed by | Gina Alajar |
Creative director | Aloy Adlawan |
Starring |
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Theme music composer | Ann Margaret R. Figueroa |
Opening theme |
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Country of origin | Philippines |
Original language | Tagalog |
No. of seasons | 2 |
No. of episodes | 311 (list of episodes) |
Production | |
Executive producer | Marissa Jesuitas-Hilario |
Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
Running time | 22-35 minutes |
Production company | GMA Entertainment Group |
Original release | |
Network | GMA Network |
Release | August 19, 2019 April 30, 2022 | –
Prima Donnas (transl. first Donnas) is a
The series is streaming online on YouTube.[2][3]
Cast and characters
- Lead cast
- Althea Ablan as Donna Belle "Ella" Madreal-Claveria[4]
- Jillian Ward as Donna Mary "Mayi" Madreal Escalante-Claveria[4][5]
- Sofia Pablo as Donna Lynn "Len-Len" Madreal-Claveria[4]
- Supporting cast
- Katrina Halili as Lilian Madreal-Claveria[4]
- Wendell Ramos as Jaime Antonio-Claveria[4]
- Chanda Romero as Lady Primarosa "Prima" Antonio-Claveria[4]
- Benjie Paras as Agaton Salazar[4]
- Aiko Melendez as Maria Kendra-Fajardo[4]
- Elijah Alejo as Brianna Elaine Fajardo-Dimaculangan / Brianna Elaine Madreal-Claveria[4]
- James Blanco as Ruben Escalante[6]
- Sheryl Cruz as Bethany "Betty" Fajardo-Howards / Maria Kendra Fajardo-Claveria[7]
- Will Ashley as Nolan Dimasalang[8]
- Vince Crisostomo as Cedric Villarazon[8]
- Bruce Roeland as Hugo Almezen[7]
- Allen Ansay as Alfonso "Fonsie" Serrano[7]
- Guest cast
- Glaiza de Castro as Maita Salazar-Claveria[4]
- Irene Celebre as Irma Mendoza
- Mel Kimura as Carmencita "Mameng" Dela Cruz
- Eunice Lagusad as Judelita "Juday" Valdez
- Marcus Madrigal as Henry Dimaculangan
- Tina Paner as Aura
- Che Ramos as Darcy
- Diva Montelaba as Carla
- Renerich Ocon as Coring
- Geraldine Villamil as Anita
- Rob Sy as Edison
- Meng Canlas as Conching
- Maritess Samson as Sylvia
- Yuseff Estevez as Victor
- Angelica Ulip as younger Mayi
- Caprice Mendez as younger Ella
- Rein Adriano as younger Lenlen
- Jude De Jesus as younger Nolan
- Chrome Prince Cosio as Big Bogs
- Jemwell Ventinilla as Ziggy
- Julius Miguel as Uno
- Miggs Cuaderno as Coco
- Angelika Santiago as Jewel
- Dayara Shane as Erica
- Shanicka Arganda as Andi
- Judie Dela Cruz as Zita
- Anthony Falcon as Samuel
- Rob Sy as Edison
- Chanel Latorre as Dindi[9]
- Sarah Carlos as Lorna[10]/ Emerald
- Gilleth Sandico as Gwyneth[11]
Production
Principal photography was halted on March 17, 2020, due to the enhanced community quarantine in Luzon caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.[12] On September 25, 2020, Sofia Pablo left the series due to community quarantine guidelines.[13] Filming was continued on September 28, 2020.[14] The series resumed its programming on November 9, 2020.[15]
Principal photography for the second season commenced on September 27, 2021.[16] Aiko Melendez left the series in October 2021, to pursue her political career in Quezon City.[17]
Ratings
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in television homes, the pilot episode of Prima Donnas earned a 4.9% rating.[18] While the first season's finale scored a 14.2% rating.[19]
Accolades
Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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2020 | RAWR Awards | Favorite Kontrabida | Aiko Melendez | Won | [20] |
2021 | 34th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Daytime Drama Series | Prima Donnas | Nominated | [21] |
Best Drama Supporting Actress | Aiko Melendez | Won | |||
2023 | 35th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Daytime Drama Series | Prima Donnas | Won | [22] |
References
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt. "Prima Donnas official soundtrack "Huwag Kang Susuko" makes it to Spotify's Fresh Finds Philippines playlist". GMA Network. Retrieved February 19, 2022.
- ^ "Prima Donnas (Full Episodes)". YouTube. Retrieved August 19, 2020.
- ^ "Prima Donnas Season 2 Full Episodes (Stream Together)". YouTube. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Prima Donnas". GMA Network. Retrieved August 14, 2019.
- ^ "Prima Donnas: Ang tunay na ama ni Donna Marie". YouTube. January 6, 2021.
- ^ Anarcon, James Patrick Anarcon (February 4, 2020). "James Blanco returns to GMA-7 after doing The Killer Bride on ABS-CBN". PEP. Retrieved August 26, 2021.
- ^ a b c Calderon, Nora (July 29, 2021). "Prima Donnas book 2, kasado na!". The Philippine Star. Retrieved July 29, 2021.
- ^ a b Eusebio, Aaron Brennt. "Watch: Prima Donnas stars Will Ashley, Vince Crisostomo heat up TikTok with 'Pajama Party' dance challenge". GMA Network. Retrieved January 28, 2022.
- ^ "Prima Donnas: Donna Marie demands a DNA test: Recap Episode 15". GMA Network. September 6, 2020.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt (February 20, 2020). "In Photos: Meet James Blanco's girlfriend in Prima Donnas, Sarah Carlos". GMA Network. Retrieved September 12, 2020.
- ^ "Prima Donnas: Full Episode 195". GMA Network. January 2, 2021.
- ^ Adel, Rosette (March 17, 2020). "Top-rating ABS-CBN, GMA shows make TV comeback as quarantine halts regular programs". InterAksyon. Retrieved April 17, 2020.
- ^ "GMA Entertainment Group's Statement on Sofia Pablo". GMA Network. September 25, 2020.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt (September 29, 2020). "Prima Donnas, sinimulan na ang lock-in taping". GMA Network. Retrieved October 7, 2020.
- ^ "Kapuso royal couple Dingdong Dantes at Marian Rivera, balik-TV na". PEP. October 7, 2020. Retrieved October 7, 2020.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt (October 5, 2021). "At the lock-in taping of Prima Donnas season 2". GMA Network. Retrieved October 9, 2021.
- ^ "Aiko Melendez, naging emosyonal sa pag-alis niya sa Prima Donnas Season 2". GMA Network. October 26, 2021. Retrieved October 28, 2021.
- ^ Paglicawan, Mc Richard (August 22, 2019). "GMA Network's newest series Prima Donnas disappoints in its debut". LionhearTV. Retrieved January 22, 2024.
- ^ Gacura, TJ (October 3, 2021). "10 upcoming GMA Network shows already started their lock-in tapings this last quarter of 2021". LionhearTV. Retrieved October 14, 2021.
- ^ Ruiz, Marah (December 6, 2020). "Ilang Kapuso stars, wagi sa RAWR Awards 2020". GMA Network. Retrieved December 20, 2020.
- ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (July 20, 2021). "34th Star Awards for Television nominees bared". PEP. Retrieved July 22, 2021.
- ^ Gonzales, Rommel (January 29, 2023). "35th PMPC Star Awards for Television Winner". PEP. Retrieved February 4, 2023.
External links
- Official website
- Prima Donnas at IMDb