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| writer = Mari Lamasan <br> Mariami Tanangco-Domingo <br> Camille Anne De La Cruz <br> Chris Tan
| director = Jerry Lopez Sineneng <br> Jojo A. Saguin <br> Andoy Ranay (season 2)
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| starring = {{ubl|[[Erich Gonzales]]|[[Carlo Aquino]]|[[JC de Vera]]|[[Kit Thompson]]}}
| music = Len Calvo <br> Adriane Macalipay
| opentheme = "La Vida Lena" by [[Miko Manguba|JMKO]]<ref>{{cite web|title=LA VIDA LENA by JMKO|url=https://www.facebook.com/DreamscapePH/videos/la-vida-lena-by-jmko/3493932080655550|website=Facebook|author=[[Dreamscape Entertainment]]|access-date=December 1, 2020}}</ref>
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| executive_producer = Carlo L. Katigbak <br> Jamie L. Lopez <br> Cory V. Vidanes <br> Roldeo T. Endrinal <br> Ginny Monteagudo-Ocampo
| producer = Jemila M. Jimenez
| editor = Ray Ann Kristelle Endaya
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| writer = {{ubl|Mari Lamasan|Mariami Tanangco-Domingo|Camille Anne de la Cruz|Chris Tan}}
| cinematography =
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| runtime = 30-50 minutes
| creator = Reggie Amigo
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| distributor = iWantTFC<br>[[ABS-CBN Entertainment]]
| music = {{ubl|Len Calvo|Adriane Macalipay}}
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| channel = [[iWantTFC]]<br>[[Kapamilya Channel]]<br>[[A2Z (Philippine TV channel)|A2Z]]<br>[[TV5 (Philippine TV network)|TV5]]
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'''''La Vida Lena''''' is a Philippine [[Revenge play|revenge]] [[Drama (film and television)|drama]] television series broadcast by [[Kapamilya Channel]]. Directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng, Jojo Saguin and [[Andoy Ranay]], it stars [[Erich Gonzales]] in the title role. The fast-cut version of the series was streamed on [[iWantTFC]] from November 14, 2020 to January 16, 2021. The full version of the series was aired on the network's ''Primetime Bida'' evening block from June 28, 2021 to February 4, 2022.<ref>{{cite web|title=With 'La Vida Lena,' ABS-CBN to offer all-current, all-original primetime lineup starting June 28|url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/06/25/21/with-la-vida-lena-abs-cbn-to-offer-all-current-all-original-primetime-lineup-starting-june-28|work=[[ABS-CBN News]]|first1=Miguel|last1=Dumaual|date=June 25, 2021}}</ref>
'''''La Vida Lena''''' (''lit. The Life of Lena)'' is a Philippine revenge drama series starring [[Erich Gonzales]], [[JC de Vera]], [[Kit Thompson]] and [[Carlo Aquino]].<ref name=":0">{{cite news |last1= |first1= |title=Erich Gonzales topbills new ABS-CBN series 'La Vida Lena' |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/10/07/20/erich-gonzales-topbills-new-abs-cbn-series-la-vida-lena |accessdate=October 7, 2020 |work=[[ABS-CBN News]] |date=October 7, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last1= |first1= |title=‘Malalagot kayo!’ Teaser of ‘La Vida Lena’ starring Erich Gonzales released |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/10/27/20/malalagot-kayo-teaser-of-la-vida-lena-starring-erich-gonzales-released |work=[[ABS-CBN News]] |accessdate=October 27, 2020}}</ref> Directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng and Jojo A. Saguin and produced by [[Dreamscape Entertainment]]. Season 1 premiered on [[iWantTFC]] on November 14, 2020 until January 16, 2021. The series will air on the network's ''Kapamilya Gold'' afternoon block and worldwide via [[The Filipino Channel]]. It will broadcast on June 14, 2021 via [[Kapamilya Channel]], [[A2Z (Philippine TV channel)|A2Z]], [[TV5 (Philippine TV network)|TV5]] and [[The Filipino Channel]] replacing ''[[Bagong Umaga]]'' on it's previous timeslot and ''[[Dolce Amore]]'' (reruns).<ref>{{cite news| title='Together as One in 2021': Here are ABS-CBN's upcoming shows, offerings |url=http://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/12/21/20/together-as-one-in-2021-here-are-abs-cbns-upcoming-shows-offerings |work=[[ABS-CBN News]] |accessdate=December 21, 2020}}</ref>


== Plot ==
==Plot==
Despite being the subject of bullying and discrimination because of the big scar on her face, Magda refuses to let criticisms get to her and strives hard to secure a comfortable life for her family. Using her skills and intelligence, she hits the jackpot when the soap she created quickly gains popularity in the town of Salvacion. The young lady's success, however, does not sit well with the Narciso family, the owners of Royal Wellness, the biggest surgical and cosmetic company in the country. When Magda refuses to sell her formula to the Narcisos due to their contrasting views, a string of bad luck comes her way. Losing everything dear to her, Magda returns with a new face, armed with determination to retaliate against the powerful clan who ruined her life.
Despite being the subject of bullying and discrimination because of the big scar on her face, Magda refuses to let criticisms get to her and strives hard to secure a comfortable life for her family. Using her skills and intelligence, she hits the jackpot when the soap she created quickly gains popularity in the town of Salvacion. However, the young lady's success does not sit well with the Narciso family, the owners of Royal Wellness, the biggest surgical and cosmetic company in the country. When Magda refuses to sell her formula to the Narcisos due to their contrasting views, a string of bad luck comes her way. Losing everything dear to her, Magda returns with a new face, armed with determination to retaliate against the powerful clan who ruined her life.<ref>{{cite web |last1= |first1= |title='Malalagot kayo!' Teaser of 'La Vida Lena' starring Erich Gonzales released |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/10/27/20/malalagot-kayo-teaser-of-la-vida-lena-starring-erich-gonzales-released |work=[[ABS-CBN News]] |access-date=October 27, 2020}}</ref>


== Cast and characters ==
==Cast and characters==
;Main cast
===Main cast===
* [[Erich Gonzales]] as Magdalena "Lena" Mendoza Narciso-Cabrera<ref name="cast">{{cite news |last1= |first1= |title=Erich Gonzales topbills new ABS-CBN series 'La Vida Lena' |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/10/07/20/erich-gonzales-topbills-new-abs-cbn-series-la-vida-lena |access-date=October 7, 2020 |work=[[ABS-CBN News]] |date=October 7, 2020}}</ref>
* [[Erich Gonzales]] as Magdalena "Magda" / "Lena" Mendoza
* [[Carlo Aquino]] as Jordan Cabrera
* [[Carlo Aquino]] as Jordan Cabrera<ref name="cast"/>
* [[JC de Vera]] as Adrian Narciso
* [[JC de Vera]] as Adrian Narciso / Adrian Suarez<ref name="cast"/>
* [[Kit Thompson]] as Miguel Villarica
* [[Kit Thompson]] as Miguel Villarica<ref name="cast"/>
* [[Agot Isidro]] as Vanessa Rubio-Narciso<ref name="cast"/>
* [[Raymond Bagatsing]] as Lukas Narciso<ref name="cast" />
* [[Janice de Belen]] as Ramona Joaquin<ref name="cast" />


;Supporting cast
===Supporting cast===
* [[Sofia Andres]] as Rachel Suarez-Villarica
* [[Sofia Andres]] as Rachel Suarez-Villarica<ref name="cast"/>
* [[Pen Medina]] as Francisco "Kiko" Cabrera<ref name="cast"/>
* [[Janice de Belen]] as Ramona Joaquin
* Ruby Ruiz as Digna Abuel-Cabrera<ref name="cast"/>
* [[Agot Isidro]] as Vanessa Narciso
* [[Christian Vasquez]] as Conrad Suarez<ref name="cast"/>
* [[Raymond Bagatsing]] as Lukas Narciso
* Malou Crisologo as Martina Ramirez<ref name="cast"/>
* [[Christian Vasquez]] as Conrad Suarez
* Josh Ivan Morales as Brian Rubio<ref name="cast"/>
* [[Pen Medina]] as Kiko Cabrera
* Hasna Cabral as Bettina "Betchay" Buenafe<ref name="cast"/>
* Ruby Ruiz as Digna Cabrera
* Renshi de Guzman as Rambo Lumba<ref name="cast"/>
* Josh Ivan Morales as Brian Capili
* Danica Ontengco as Allison Suarez / Alice Garcia<ref name="cast"/>
* Malou Crisologo as Martina De Lara
* Hasna Cabral as Brittany "Betchay" Buenafe
* Danica Ontengco as Allison Delaver
* Renshi de Guzman as Raymond "Rambo" Carreon


;Guest cast
===Guest cast===
* Soliman Cruz as Diosdado "Dado" H. Mendoza
* Isay Alvarez as Helen Mendoza
* Miguel Faustmann as Don Luis Narciso
* Giovanni Baldesseri as Fernando Castro
* Soliman Cruz as Diosdado "Dado" Mendoza


==Series overview==
==Production==
===Casting===
<onlyinclude>{{Series overview
[[Ivana Alawi]] was originally cast for the lead role, with a working title ''Lihim ni Ligaya''. The pre-production had started and the cast was already introduced during a presscon back in February 2020. Due to [[COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines|COVID-19 pandemic]] and [[enhanced community quarantine in Luzon]] in March 2020, Alawi backed out of the project; her main reason was to avoid risking the health of her family as she will be exposed during lock-in tapings.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Anarcon |first1=James Patrick |title=Stars who got replaced in teleseryes: 2021 edition |url=https://www.pep.ph/guide/tv/160565/stars-who-got-replaced-in-teleseryes-2021-edition-a724-20210909-lfrm?ref=feed_1_section |website=Philippine Entertainment Portal |access-date=September 11, 2021 |date=September 9, 2021}}</ref> In August, Deo Endrinal, the head of Dreamscape Entertainment, approached [[Erich Gonzales]] to take on the lead role. The title of the series is officially named ''La Vida Lena'', inspired by Jojo Saguin, one of the directors who is known to her colleague named Lena. From Ligaya, the lead character's name was changed to Magdalena Mendoza. Several recasting and revisions in the script are being made to suit the new theme and new cast. ''La Vida Lena'' served as Gonzales' return to television two years after playing her first triple role in ''[[The Blood Sisters (TV series)|The Blood Sisters]]'' (2018).<ref>{{cite news| title='Together as One in 2021': Here are ABS-CBN's upcoming shows, offerings |url=http://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/12/21/20/together-as-one-in-2021-here-are-abs-cbns-upcoming-shows-offerings |work=[[ABS-CBN News]] |access-date=December 21, 2020}}</ref>
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== Episodes ==
===Filming duration===
Pre-production started in September 2020. The entire cast and crew underwent rigorous procedures and COVID-19 protocols before heading down to their filming location at Antipolo. The first cycle of lock-in taping started on October 1, 2020, and finished on October 17, 2020. Second cycle of taping resumed on November 15, 2020, and finished on December 4, 2020. Third cycle of taping started on January 10, 2021, and finished on January 30, 2021. The fourth and final cycle of taping concluded in February 2021.
===Season 1 (2020–2021)===
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|EpisodeNumber = 1
|Title = Episode 1
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|11|14}}
|ShortSummary = Magda is a simple and kind-hearted girl who grew up bearing a big scar on her face. Despite living a life filled with mockery and discrimination, Magda focuses on her studies and eventually manages to start up her own soap business in hopes of securing a better life for her and her beloved grandfather. She hits the jackpot when her product quickly gains popularity in Salvacion. Learning about Magda's success, the owners of a big cosmetic company give the young lady a generous offer in exchange for her organic soap formula.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 2
|Title = Episode 2
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|11|21}}
|ShortSummary = Standing on her dignity, Magda turns down Royal Wellness' business proposal. Unbeknownst to the young lady, her fearless decision displeases the Narcisos, bringing about serious consequences for her and her loved ones. Magda's series of bad luck seems to come to a halt when a new friend and a deal from Royal Wellness' top competitor come knocking at her door.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 3
|Title = Episode 3
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|11|28}}
|ShortSummary = Despite Miguel's efforts to mislead her investigation, Magda remains determined to discover the culprit behind their barrio's ruined crops. Her doubts about Miguel's intentions, however, vanish into thin air as she falls for the young man's tricks. Magda soon lets Miguel join her contract signing with Blue Velvet, completely unaware of the bigger problems his presence will bring not only to her business but also to her relationship with her loved ones.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 4
|Title = Episode 4
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|12|5}}
|ShortSummary = Magda deals with an unexpected predicament upon discovering that she is pregnant with Miguel's child. In her attempt to reconnect with Miguel to inform him about her pregnancy, Magda learns that his kindness is all a fraud plotted by the Narcisos to acquire her soap's formula. Magda's determination to fight the Narcisos head on, however, is met with tragedy.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 5
|Title = Episode 5
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|12|12}}
|ShortSummary = The Narcisos' scheme to get rid of Magdalena so they can be free to use Magda's soap formula that they stole.Magda ends up in jail where she meets Ramona Joaquin, a co- inmate whom she discovers was also a victim of the wickedness of Narcisos. Unknowingly, Magda finds a potential ally in her fight for justice.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 6
|Title = Episode 6
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|12|19}}
|ShortSummary = Deeming Magda's pregnancy as a threat to their plans, Lukas urges Vanessa to take action immediately and nip the problem in the bud. Soon enough, Magda plunges into despair as another tragedy befalls her in the confines of the cell. While Jordan and Kiko exhaust all means to help the humble soap maker seek justice, misfortune follows their loved ones.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 7
|Title = Episode 7
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|12|26}}
|ShortSummary = After serving her time in jail, Magda finally reunites with Jordan and his family. However, she cuts their joyful reunion short when she decides to leave for Manila to start anew and to search for Ramona, expecting to find a reliable ally in her fight against the Narcisos. Meanwhile, Miguel works like a dog, aiming for a position in the Royal Wellness' board.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 8
|Title = Episode 8
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2021|1|2}}
|ShortSummary = In Magdalena’s attempt to revive her soap business together with Ramona, she ends up at the receiving end of the Narcisos' wickedness once more. Fortunately, another ally comes knocking at her door. However, Lukas and Vanessa are already one step ahead, leaving Magda at a greater disadvantage. As the humble soap maker wallows in dejection, Ramona pushes Magda to grab the opportunity to transform into a worthy competitor and put herself on equal footing with their rivals.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 9
|Title = Episode 9
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2021|1|9}}
|ShortSummary = Magda returns to Salvacion with a beautiful face and a mind focused solely on revenge. She then reconnects with Jordan and Betchay to form a dependable team who will be joining her in her plan to take down the Narcisos. After finding her enemies’ weakness, Magda prepares to engage with Adrian and use him to enter the Narcisos’ lair.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 10
|Title = Episode 10
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2021|1|16}}
|ShortSummary = Lena successfully puts Adrian under her spell with her seductive pretense. Despite giving his complete support for Lena’s plans, Jordan cannot help but be concerned about her safety. Meanwhile, M&R gains popularity and poses a threat to Royal Wellness’ reign in Salvacion. This leads to the Narcisos’ desperation to know more about their new competitor, not knowing that the person behind it is their old enemy.
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== Production ==
==Broadcast==
''La Vida Lena'' originally released on [[iWantTFC]] from November 14, 2020 to January 16, 2021 with only 10 episodes.
[[Maja Salvador]] was originally asked to take on the role of Ligaya (the original title of the serye). Salvador rejected the project as she perceived it as too daring and controversial. She later on starred in another serye called ''[[The Killer Bride]]''. Salvador was replaced by [[Ivana Alawi]] and the title was changed to Lihim Ni Ligaya. The pre-production had started and the cast was already introduced during a presscon back in February 2020. But due to [[COVID-19 pandemic]] and [[enhanced community quarantine in Luzon]] in March, Alawi backed out of the project. Her main reason was to avoid risking the health of her family as she will be exposed during lock-in tapings. In August, Deo Endrinal, the head of Dreamscape Entertainment approached [[Erich Gonzales]] to take on the role of Ligaya. The title of the series eventually became La Vida Lena inspired by Jojo Saguin, one of the directors of the serye who is known by her colleagues as Lena. From Ligaya, the main character's name, it was changed to Magdalena Mendoza. There were a lot of recasting and revisions in the script to suit the new theme and new cast. La Vida Lena serves as Gonzales' comeback to television two years after her last major serye ''[[The Blood Sisters (TV series)|The Blood Sisters]]''. First round of locked-in taping started in October 1, 2020 and ended October 17, 2020. The second round of taping resumed on November 15, 2020 and ended on December 4, 2020. The third round of taping started on January 10, 2021 and wrapped up on January 30,2021. The fourth and final round of taping will be on late February.
== See also ==
* ''[[Wildflower (TV series)|Wildflower]]''
* ''[[The Blood Sisters (TV series)|The Blood Sisters]]
* ''[[List of ABS-CBN drama series]]''


It aired the full release from June 28, 2021 to February 4, 2022 with 160 episodes broadcast from [[Kapamilya Channel]], Kapamilya Online Live, [[A2Z (TV channel)|A2Z]], [[TV5 (Philippine TV network)|TV5]], and [[Jeepney TV]].
== References ==

It will air re-runs on both Jeepney TV and [[All TV]] from December 9, 2024 to July 18, 2025.

==Reception==
''La Vida Lena'' was one of the most watched TV programs among U.S. multicultural Asian homes in September 2021.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Erich Gonzales makes sweet revenge |url=https://mb.com.ph/2021/11/06/erich-gonzales-makes-sweet-revenge/ |access-date=2023-11-04 |website=Manila Bulletin |language=en}}</ref> The series was also the most watched show on [[iWantTFC]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Valle |first=Jet |date=2022-02-03 |title=Popular Erich Gonzales-starrer now on its finale week |url=https://businessmirror.com.ph/2022/02/03/popular-erich-gonzales-starrer-now-on-its-finale-week/ |access-date=2023-11-04 |website=BusinessMirror |language=en-US}}</ref> According to [[AGB Nielsen Philippines|AGB Neilsen]], the series received 3.9% TV ratings on August 30, 2021, beating its timeslot rival ''[[The Sand Princess]]'' (3.2%) despite limited reach on free television.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Mia |first=Ron |date=2021-07-03 |title=How did the 'La Vida Lena' pilot fare in TV ratings? |url=https://www.lionheartv.net/2021/07/how-did-the-la-vida-lena-pilot-fare-in-tv-ratings/ |access-date=2023-11-04 |website=LionhearTV |language=en-US}}</ref>

==Awards and nominations==
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ Accolades received by ''La Vida Lena''
! Year
! Awards ceremony
! Title
! Recipient
! Result
! {{abbr|Ref.|References}}
|-
| rowspan="8" |2023
| rowspan="8" |[[PMPC Star Awards for Television]]
|Best Primetime Drama Series
|{{n/a}}
|{{nominated}}
| rowspan="8" |<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2023-01-16 |title=Kapamilya shows, stars bag PMPC Star Awards for TV nominations |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/01/16/23/kapamilya-shows-stars-bag-pmpc-star-awards-for-tv-nominations |access-date=2023-10-27 |website=ABS-CBN News |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=35th Star Awards for TV list of nominees is out; alin kaya ang tatanghaling Best TV Station? |url=https://www.pep.ph/news/local/170948/35th-star-awards-for-tv-a745-a4232-20230117-lfrm2 |access-date=2023-10-27 |website=PEP.ph |language=en}}</ref>
|-
|Best Drama Actress
|[[Erich Gonzales]]
|{{nominated}}
|-
| rowspan="2" |Best Drama Actor
|[[Carlo Aquino]]
|{{nominated}}
|-
|[[JC de Vera]]
|{{nominated}}
|-
|Best Drama Supporting Actor
|[[Raymond Bagatsing]]
|{{nominated}}
|-
| rowspan="2" |Best Drama Supporting Actress
|[[Agot Isidro]]
|{{nominated}}
|-
|[[Janice de Belen]]
|{{nominated}}
|-
|Best New Female TV Personality
|Hasna Cabral
|{{nominated}}
|}

==See also==
*[[List of Kapamilya Channel original programming]]
*[[List of Kapamilya Online Live original programming]]
*[[List of Jeepney TV original programming]]
*[[List of A2Z (TV channel) original programming]]
*[[List of TV5 (Philippine TV network) original programming]]
*[[List of ABS-CBN original drama series]]

==References==
{{reflist}}
{{reflist}}


== External links ==
==External links==
* {{IMDb title|tt13429160}}
* {{IMDb title|tt13429160}}
* ''[https://tfc.tv/show/details/7486/la-vida-lena La Vida Lena]'' on [[iWantTFC]]
* ''[https://tfc.tv/show/details/7486/la-vida-lena La Vida Lena]'' on [[iWantTFC]]


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Latest revision as of 01:51, 1 December 2024

La Vida Lena
Title card
Genre
Created byReggie Amigo
Written by
  • Mari Lamasan
  • Mariami Tanangco-Domingo
  • Camille Anne de la Cruz
  • Chris Tan
Directed by
Starring
Music by
  • Len Calvo
  • Adriane Macalipay
Opening theme
Country of originPhilippines
Original language
  • Filipino
No. of episodes10 (iWantTFC)
160 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producers
  • Carlo L. Katigbak
  • Jamie L. Lopez
  • Cory V. Vidanes
  • Laurenti M. Dyogi
  • Roldeo T. Endrinal
  • Ginny Monteagudo-Ocampo
ProducerJemila M. Jimenez
Production location
EditorRay Ann Kristelle Endaya
Running time30-50 minutes
Production company
Original release
NetworkiWantTFC
ReleaseNovember 14, 2020 (2020-11-14) –
January 16, 2021 (2021-01-16)
NetworkKapamilya Channel/A2Z/TV5
ReleaseJune 28, 2021 (2021-06-28) –
February 4, 2022 (2022-02-04)

La Vida Lena is a Philippine revenge drama television series broadcast by Kapamilya Channel. Directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng, Jojo Saguin and Andoy Ranay, it stars Erich Gonzales in the title role. The fast-cut version of the series was streamed on iWantTFC from November 14, 2020 to January 16, 2021. The full version of the series was aired on the network's Primetime Bida evening block from June 28, 2021 to February 4, 2022.[3]

Plot

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Despite being the subject of bullying and discrimination because of the big scar on her face, Magda refuses to let criticisms get to her and strives hard to secure a comfortable life for her family. Using her skills and intelligence, she hits the jackpot when the soap she created quickly gains popularity in the town of Salvacion. However, the young lady's success does not sit well with the Narciso family, the owners of Royal Wellness, the biggest surgical and cosmetic company in the country. When Magda refuses to sell her formula to the Narcisos due to their contrasting views, a string of bad luck comes her way. Losing everything dear to her, Magda returns with a new face, armed with determination to retaliate against the powerful clan who ruined her life.[4]

Cast and characters

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Main cast

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Supporting cast

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  • Sofia Andres as Rachel Suarez-Villarica[5]
  • Pen Medina as Francisco "Kiko" Cabrera[5]
  • Ruby Ruiz as Digna Abuel-Cabrera[5]
  • Christian Vasquez as Conrad Suarez[5]
  • Malou Crisologo as Martina Ramirez[5]
  • Josh Ivan Morales as Brian Rubio[5]
  • Hasna Cabral as Bettina "Betchay" Buenafe[5]
  • Renshi de Guzman as Rambo Lumba[5]
  • Danica Ontengco as Allison Suarez / Alice Garcia[5]

Guest cast

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  • Isay Alvarez as Helen Mendoza
  • Miguel Faustmann as Don Luis Narciso
  • Giovanni Baldesseri as Fernando Castro
  • Soliman Cruz as Diosdado "Dado" Mendoza

Production

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Casting

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Ivana Alawi was originally cast for the lead role, with a working title Lihim ni Ligaya. The pre-production had started and the cast was already introduced during a presscon back in February 2020. Due to COVID-19 pandemic and enhanced community quarantine in Luzon in March 2020, Alawi backed out of the project; her main reason was to avoid risking the health of her family as she will be exposed during lock-in tapings.[6] In August, Deo Endrinal, the head of Dreamscape Entertainment, approached Erich Gonzales to take on the lead role. The title of the series is officially named La Vida Lena, inspired by Jojo Saguin, one of the directors who is known to her colleague named Lena. From Ligaya, the lead character's name was changed to Magdalena Mendoza. Several recasting and revisions in the script are being made to suit the new theme and new cast. La Vida Lena served as Gonzales' return to television two years after playing her first triple role in The Blood Sisters (2018).[7]

Filming duration

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Pre-production started in September 2020. The entire cast and crew underwent rigorous procedures and COVID-19 protocols before heading down to their filming location at Antipolo. The first cycle of lock-in taping started on October 1, 2020, and finished on October 17, 2020. Second cycle of taping resumed on November 15, 2020, and finished on December 4, 2020. Third cycle of taping started on January 10, 2021, and finished on January 30, 2021. The fourth and final cycle of taping concluded in February 2021.

Broadcast

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La Vida Lena originally released on iWantTFC from November 14, 2020 to January 16, 2021 with only 10 episodes.

It aired the full release from June 28, 2021 to February 4, 2022 with 160 episodes broadcast from Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, A2Z, TV5, and Jeepney TV.

It will air re-runs on both Jeepney TV and All TV from December 9, 2024 to July 18, 2025.

Reception

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La Vida Lena was one of the most watched TV programs among U.S. multicultural Asian homes in September 2021.[8] The series was also the most watched show on iWantTFC.[9] According to AGB Neilsen, the series received 3.9% TV ratings on August 30, 2021, beating its timeslot rival The Sand Princess (3.2%) despite limited reach on free television.[10]

Awards and nominations

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Accolades received by La Vida Lena
Year Awards ceremony Title Recipient Result Ref.
2023 PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Primetime Drama Series — Nominated [11][12]
Best Drama Actress Erich Gonzales Nominated
Best Drama Actor Carlo Aquino Nominated
JC de Vera Nominated
Best Drama Supporting Actor Raymond Bagatsing Nominated
Best Drama Supporting Actress Agot Isidro Nominated
Janice de Belen Nominated
Best New Female TV Personality Hasna Cabral Nominated

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Dreamscape Entertainment. "LA VIDA LENA by JMKO". Facebook. Retrieved December 1, 2020.
  2. ^ Dreamscape Entertainment. "KAILANGAN KITA by REGINE VELASQUEZ". Instagram. Archived from the original on December 24, 2021. Retrieved June 10, 2021.
  3. ^ Dumaual, Miguel (June 25, 2021). "With 'La Vida Lena,' ABS-CBN to offer all-current, all-original primetime lineup starting June 28". ABS-CBN News.
  4. ^ "'Malalagot kayo!' Teaser of 'La Vida Lena' starring Erich Gonzales released". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved October 27, 2020.
  5. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p "Erich Gonzales topbills new ABS-CBN series 'La Vida Lena'". ABS-CBN News. October 7, 2020. Retrieved October 7, 2020.
  6. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (September 9, 2021). "Stars who got replaced in teleseryes: 2021 edition". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved September 11, 2021.
  7. ^ "'Together as One in 2021': Here are ABS-CBN's upcoming shows, offerings". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved December 21, 2020.
  8. ^ "Erich Gonzales makes sweet revenge". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved November 4, 2023.
  9. ^ Valle, Jet (February 3, 2022). "Popular Erich Gonzales-starrer now on its finale week". BusinessMirror. Retrieved November 4, 2023.
  10. ^ Mia, Ron (July 3, 2021). "How did the 'La Vida Lena' pilot fare in TV ratings?". LionhearTV. Retrieved November 4, 2023.
  11. ^ "Kapamilya shows, stars bag PMPC Star Awards for TV nominations". ABS-CBN News. January 16, 2023. Retrieved October 27, 2023.
  12. ^ "35th Star Awards for TV list of nominees is out; alin kaya ang tatanghaling Best TV Station?". PEP.ph. Retrieved October 27, 2023.
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