Carlo J. Caparas' remake of "Lumuhod Ka Sa Lupa" premieres on April 8 in TV5's Hapon Champion

April 5, 2024

I'm familiar with the original masterpiece of Carlo J. Caparas' "Lumuhod Ka Sa Lipa," as a novel series in Aliwan Komiks. My mom used to buy bunch of comics and read all those beautiful novels and Mr. Caparas' stories were always a big hit and had been part of Filipino "siesta" time as their leisure as the people really intend to buy and follow those exciting novels. 

When I've learned about the remake, (it was made into a movie year 1986), I got excited and got really curious because Rudy Fernandez, Mark Gil, Eddie Garcia (all RIP) did a very awesome job before. 

We were one of the privileged media peeps to be invited to watch the pilot episode of the said tv series... and after watching it, my reaction? 

Remarkable!!! Everyone did they job so greatly! 

I can feel the excitement and my heart skips a beat everytime Gardo (Benito) and Norman (Kiko) was there. Kudos to Ms. Anna Abad, still in her very consistent intensed acting! 👍 

Am pretty sure a lot of almost-real action scenes and drama will be showcased. Hopefully you'll all stick around to watch it! 

No spoilers here 😊 

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Fall in love all over again as TV5, in cooperation with Studio Viva and Sari-Sari, proudly presents a modern retelling of a beloved action masterpiece, Lumuhod Ka Sa Lupa. With its compelling story and unforgettable characters, this classic tale of love and vengeance has etched an indelible mark in Filipino pop culture.

Originally penned as a comic book by the legendary Carlo J. Caparas and adapted into the classic film top-billed by the late action icon Rudy Fernandez in the 1980s, Lumuhod Ka Sa Lupa now undergoes a contemporary reimagining with more action-filled sequences, promising to captivate a new generation of viewers while staying true to the essence of the original story.

Featuring an ensemble cast of talented actors led by Kiko Estrada, Sarah Lahbati, Sid Lucero, Rhen Escaño, and Gardo Versoza – with Mark Anthony Fernandez, Andrew Muhlach, Phoebe Walker, Andre Yllana, Ashley Diaz, Annika Co, Rose Van Ginkel, Jeffrey Hidalgo, and Jeric Raval – TV5’s Lumuhod Ka Sa Lupa revolves around its characters’ quest for justice and retribution.

The story follows Norman Dela Cruz (played by Kiko Estrada), a working student aspiring to become a lawyer. Norman’s life takes an unexpected turn when his mother Tacing (with the special participation of Ana Abad Santos), engages in an intense land dispute with her estranged non-biological brother Benito Balmores (Gardo Versoza) that results in tragedy. Surviving this ordeal, Norman vows to avenge his mother but finds himself torn as he falls in love with Benito’s daughter, Mercy Balmores (Sarah Lahbati). After several years, Norman returns as the successful lawyer Abra Espiritu, with a plan for revenge while suppressing his feelings for Mercy, who has married Miguel Aguirre (Sid Lucero).

As the lines between right and wrong blur, will Norman be able to achieve his goals for vengeance or will love prevail against all odds? 

Don’t miss the premiere of Carlo J. Caparas’ Lumuhod Ka Sa Lupa on April 8, airing weekdays at 2:30 PM on TV5’s Hapon Champion block, with same-day catch-ups on Sari-Sari Channel at 8 PM. For more updates, follow TV5’s social media accounts or visit www.tv5.com.ph.

Please watch some video-interviews here: 

Andre Muhlach 

Jeric Raval 

Mark Anthony Fernandez 

Annika Co 

Billy Villeta

Phoebe Walker

Jeffrey Hidalgo 

JC Tiuseco