Maka (TV series)

Maka
Title card
Genre	Teen drama[1] Musical[1]
Created by	Rod Marmol
Written by	Ceres Helga Barrios May Delos Santos Troy Espiritu
Directed by	Rod Marmol[2]
Starring	Romnick Sarmenta Zephanie Marco Masa Ashley Sarmiento Dylan Menor John Clifford Olive May
Opening theme	"Patuloy ang Pangarap" by Zephanie
Country of origin	Philippines
Original language	Tagalog
No. of seasons	1
No. of episodes	13
Production
Executive producer	Richell Equiron
Cinematography	Jonjon Corpus
Editors	Mark Andrew Antonio Bunny Sison Jack Cabayanan Fredie Abril
Camera setup	Multiple-camera setup
Running time	27–29 minutes
Production company	GMA Public Affairs
Original release
Network	GMA Network
Release	September 21, 2024 (2024-09-21) – present

Maka (stylized in all caps) is a Philippine television drama teen series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Rod Marmol, it stars Romnick Sarmenta, Zephanie, Marco Masa, Ashley Sarmiento, Dylan Menor, Olive May and John Clifford. It premiered on September 21, 2024, on the network's Sabado Star Power sa Hapon line up.

The series is streaming online on YouTube.^[3]

Premise

V returns to his hometown and hesitant to teach in Douglas MacArthur High School. By serving as a mentor, he will learn lessons from his students.^[4]

Cast and characters

Romnick Sarmenta portrays V.

Lead cast

• Romnick Sarmenta^[5] as Victor "V" Felipe^[6]

An art teacher in MAKA high in charge of training the students for the upcoming regional drama competition.

• Zephanie Dimaranan^[7] as Zeph Molina^[6]

A student of the Arts and Performance section who has an excellent skill in singing.

• Marco Masa^[8] as Marco Reyes^[6]

A choir member and a student of the Arts and Performance section.

• Ashley Sarmiento^[9] as Ash Salonga^[6]

She is known popularly for her online dance videos and Marco's love interest.

• Dylan Menor^[10] as Dylan Dela Paz^[6]

Known as the school's "heartthrob" and bully and Zeph's love interest.

• Olive May^[11] as Livvy Ilagan^[6]

A student who has a passion in writing songs and has a talent in acting.

• John Clifford^[12] as JC Serano^[6]

A student in MAKA high and a make-up artist of dead people in their funeral home.

Supporting cast

• Chanty Videla^[13] as Chanty Villanueva^[6]
• Sean Lucas^[14] as Sean Dimaculangan^[6]
• May Ann Basa^[7] as May Ann "Bangus Girl" Cortez^[6]
• Jojo Alejar as Mark^[15]
• Carmen Soriano^[15]
• Maricar de Mesa as Tonette^[15]
• Tina Paner as Nadia Molina^[15]
• Sharmaine Arnaiz as Glenda Ilagan^[15]

Seasons

Season	Episodes		Originally aired
			First aired	Last aired
1	13		September 21, 2024 (2024-09-21)[16]	December 14, 2024 (2024-12-14)
2	TBA		January 25, 2025 (2025-01-25)[17]	TBA

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in television homes, the pilot episode of Maka earned a 6.6% rating.^[16]

References

1. "Youth-oriented drama series Maka set to inspire viewers across generations". SunStar. September 22, 2024. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
2. Miralles, Nitz (September 17, 2024). "Romnick propesor sa Trinity". Abante. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
3. "Maka | Full Episodes - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved October 22, 2024.
4. Wang, Nickie (September 20, 2024). "Maka lead star finds groove in acting and singing". Manila Standard. Retrieved October 8, 2024.
5. Santiago, Ervin (September 19, 2024). "Payo ni Romnick sa cast ng Maka: Kilalaning mabuti ang sarili n'yo". Inquirer Bandera. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
6. Anoc, Aimee (August 14, 2024). "The cast of Gen Z series Maka during their pictorial". GMA Network. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
7. "Maka young stars, na-intimidate kay Romnick Sarmenta". PEP. September 19, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
8. "Former child stars Marco Masa, Ashley Sarmiento, and the cast of Maka visit It's Showtime!". ABS-CBN Corporation. September 21, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
9. Santiago, Ervin (August 15, 2024). "Zephanie, Marco, Ashley bibida sa GMA Gen Z series na Maka". Inquirer Bandera. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
10. "Maka : Inspiring youth-centric drama". Tempo. September 20, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
11. "The fresh faces of Gen Z take center stage". Malaya. September 23, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
12. "Maka set to inspire viewers across generations". SunStar. September 23, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
13. Gonzales, Rommel (September 21, 2024). "Chanty recalls network transfers from ABS-CBN to TV5 to GMA-7". PEP. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
14. Alcantara, Carissa (September 20, 2024). "Romnick Sarmenta's advice for Gen Z artists: 'Kilalaning mabuti ang sarili'". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
15. "Romnick Sarmenta eager to connect with GenZ". Malaya. September 19, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
16. "How did the Saturday afternoon viewers receive GMA Network's youth-oriented show Maka?". LionhearTV. September 27, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.
17. Anoc, Aimee (December 14, 2024). "Maka, magkakaroon ng season 2!". GMA Network. Retrieved December 15, 2024.

External links

• Official website
• Maka at IMDb