GMA proudly brings back the classic “Nagbabagang Luha” of renowned filmmaker Ishmael Bernal to the small screen starting August 2. The remake features award-winning actress Glaiza de Castro as Maita Montaire, responsible sister of Cielo and faithful wife of Alex who has a burning love for her family; versatile actor Rayver Cruz as Alex Montaire, Maita’s husband and the general manager at Montaire Group of Farms and Resorts who has a burning desire to succeed; dramatic actor Mike Tan as Bien de Dios, Maita’s longtime friend who protects her at all costs despite his unrequited love for her; and seasoned actress Ms. Gina Alajar as Mrs. Calida Montaire, Alex’s overprotective and conniving mother who dislikes Maita believing that she steals her son’s attention.
Originally, Maita was played by Lorna Tolentino. Glaiza only has utmost admiration towards the versatile actress. “I feel honored to be chosen to reprise the role of Ms. Lorna Tolentino because she is one of the veteran actors I really look up to. She gives every role not only justice but truth and that’s always been my objective ever since. I’m looking forward to working with my co-actors, especially Miss Gina Alajar, who was my first mentor in acting.”
Rayver, in turn, shares that he has genuinely enjoyed the camaraderie of everyone on set during their lock-in taping, “Masaya ‘yung experience, first time ko na ganito katagal ‘yung lock-in taping. After a long time, ngayon lang ulit kasi ako sumabak sa teleserye tapos sakto na lock-in taping. Hindi ko na-feel na matagal kasi masaya ‘yung samahan namin, para talagang isang pamilya kami.”
Claire Castro gets her biggest push as she plays Cielo Ignacio, Maita’s narcissistic sister who has an insatiable hunger for attention.
The newcomer admits feeling pressured after landing the challenging role. “I didn’t expect it. Who would have thought na sa isang baguhang tulad ko ipagkakatiwala ‘yung malaking role. I am honored and pressured at the same time. Thankfully, my co-stars are approachable, very professional, and very kind. They helped me a lot. They are also very supportive to a newbie like me.”
Completing the powerhouse cast are Allan Paule, Archie Adamos, Myrtle Sarrosa, Royce Cabrera, Ralph Noriega, Karenina Haniel, and Bryan Benedict.
Despite struggling to make ends meet and having been deserted by their mother, sisters Maita (Glaiza) and Cielo (Claire) have formed an inseparable bond since childhood. Maita has always been protective of her younger sister Cielo but as the latter gets older, she starts to crave for freedom and exhibits rebellious behavior. Their ordinary life takes an unexpected turn when Cielo gets abducted leading to an irrevocable tragedy. During her grieving times, Maita’s boyfriend Alex (Rayver) becomes her source of strength and peace.
Just when Maita is about to start a new life with Alex, Cielo resurfaces, much to Maita’s surprise and happiness.
