A new teleserye to watch on the Kapuso Network. Just in time for the love month and the coming election. What's exciting about this new TV series to watch is that the well-loved Kapuso onscreen pair Kylie Padilla and Ruru Madrid will be once again be seen together in this political romantic comedy series TODA One I Love. Offered by GMA News and Public Affairs for the viewers which will have its world premiere this February 4 on GMA Telebabad.
The TV series highlights one of the popular means of transportation in Philippines, the tricycle. This reflects the culture and identity of Filipinos.  Aside from playing a major part in the daily commute of many Pinoys, the tricycle is also used as a vehicle to promote various products and even political candidates.

The story of TODA One I Love will revolve around family, dreams, and loves of three leading characters—Gelay, Emong, and Kobe. They will find themselves tangled in the topsy-turvy politics of the Tricycle Operators and Drivers’ Association or TODA, as well as the local mayoral elections.

Of course, since election season is coming the TODA One I Love will provide a peek of glitz and bits about the Philippine local politics. To spice up and entice viewers for an interesting series to watch it is presented with a sprinkle of comedy and romance. At the center of this latest Kapuso Telebabad offering is the strong-willed, independent young woman Angela “Gelay” Dimagiba, portrayed by versatile actress Kylie Padilla.
An engineering student, Gelay is the daughter of a tricycle driver Mang Tolits and Aling Lea. Family is everything for Gelay; she is willing to sacrifice her own happiness for them. She has a childhood friend Emong, whom she has been crushing on since they were young. But Emong only sees her as a younger sister.
Playing Raymond “Emong” Magsino is Kapuso heartthrob Ruru Madrid. He is the son of Aling Jane and Mang Jessie, the incumbent TODA president. A hard-working lad, Emong is determined to better his life. With his TESDA course under his belt, he goes abroad to work as a mechanic. This temporarily cuts his friendship with Gelay. But when his employer closes shop, Emong has no choice but to go back to the Philippines. Upon his return, Emong discovers that Gelay is still the tough girl he knows—only she has transformed into a beautiful lady. Emong now finds himself head over heels with his childhood friend.
But Emong faces competition when it comes to winning Gelay’s heart: the handsome and prince charming material Kobe Generoso to be portrayed by Chinito heartthrob David Licauco. Even though Kobe is the son of the incumbent Mayor Migs and ex-mayor Mayora Dyna, he still wants to make a name for himself.
But before Gelay decides between her two admirers, her life makes a 180-turn when the TODA Elections spell trouble for her and her family.

Joining Kylie, David, and Ruru in this political rom-com series are Gladys Reyes, Victor Neri, Jackie Rice, Kim Domingo, Tina Paner, Maureen Larrazabal, and Raymond Bagatsing with the special participation of Allen Dizon.

Viewers should also look forward to the characters of Cai Cortez, Buboy Villar, Archie Alemania, Kimpoy Feliciano, Ayeesha Cervantes, and Bruce Roeland.

TODA One I Love is written by Volta delos Santos, Robert Raz, Mario Banzon, Lei Chavez, and Aya Anunciacion.

At the helm of this series are directors Jeffrey Hidalgo and Nick Olanka.

Catch the world premiere of TODA One I Love on February 4 on GMA Telebabad.

Kapuso viewers abroad can also catch TODA One I Love on GMA Pinoy TV. For the program guide, visit www.gmapinoytv.com.

Teleserye is part of some Filipinos daily life. It's a routine for most of the full time mommies out there. So, this mommy shares what's new with GMA and some additional info about the latest teleserye of GMA Telebabad entitled My Destiny.

Last week, this mommy blogger got the opportunity to interview 3 of the characters in the said teleserye. Ruru Madrid, Ashley Ortega and Gabrielle Garcia, making the drama series all more exciting with their love triangle.
Paul Andrada (Ruru Madrid) finds himself rebellling due to his parents' looming separation. More conflicts arise as his girlfriend Nicole Perez (Gabrielle Garcia) and Nicole's best friend Alex Martinez (Ashley Ortega) are dragged in Paul's occasional snafus.

The love triangle begins when Nicole falls short as a girlfriend to Paul, failing to comfort him. Paul then confides Alex, and they inevitably grow closer to each other.

When the camera are not rolling, it's a completely different story for the three. But if there's one thing they share in common, it;s how much they enjoy honing their craft.
Ruru Madrid rose to fame in GMA's reality TV series Protege: The Battle for the big Artista Break, where he finished as a runner-up. Shortly after, he landed roles in a string of television series, appeared in drama anthologies and performed in variety shows, proving that he can sing, dance and act.

“Marami na po akong natutunan, pero eager pa rin akong matutu para maging mahusay at magtagal and career ko, dahl passion ko po talaga to,” shares Ruru.

In just two years, Ruru has mature from a shy teenager to a more confident 16 year old matinee idol gaining followers every day.

Ruru's also slated to make hearts swoon together with his love team with Ashley Ortega. Their tandem is fondly called AshRu.
“Nakatrabaho ko na dati si Ash sa Dormitoryo and sa movie na Bamboo Flowers directed by Direk Marjo J. We develop our friendship every time we get the chance to work together kaya mas excited akong mag grow ang team-up namin,” shares Ruru.

Ashley echoes the same sentiments. “There's never a dull moment po with Ruru. Masaya siyang kasama, mabait pa, kaya naging komportable po ako agad sa team-up namin, “ says Ashley.

According to Ashley, her love team with Ruru, or her budding career, in general, is not to be taken for granted. Playing parts in Teleseryes entailed her to put some of her pasion like figure skating on hold. However, Ashley is keen to finish her studies.

According to them their love triangle is very unique, they said that they compared their love team to the other teleserye in GMA entitled Dalawang Mrs. Real.
For Gabrielle Garcia, working alongside some of the most loved and respected figures in the industry is an absolute privelege. Being a newcome, Gabrielle treats every taping day as a chance to learn about the nitty-gritty of acting.

“My experience made me a lot better in many ways, from getting to know myself more, to acting and dealing with my co-actors. It made me more committed to be part of acting workshops, and it made me eager and ispired to perfect my craft.” says Gabrielle.

Our interview session with the three teenager was fun and they actively participate and answers the question instantly. During the interview we found out that the two girls were discovered by a talent scout and undergone with the audition as a result we're talking to them right now.
According to Ruru one of his inspiration is Mr. Dingdong Dantes “Si Kuya Dong kasi hindi lang sya actor, host din na nagdi-direct and businessman din kaya nya gawin lahat so kaya ko rin gawin, hindi naman po habang buhay ka artista kaya kailangan may income ka.

While Ashley, she likes Marian and Heart Evanglista, “ Si Ate Heart kasi very smart, talented and fashionista”.

Gabrielle shared as well that she likes Marian and Jennelyn Mercado, “Makikita talaga kung san si ate Jennelyn nagsimula, pinaghirapan nya maabot yung career, yun yung gusto ko mangyari sa carreer ko na in-earn ang success”.

I like Gabrielle's features, her face and the height and her hair as well, she can be a beauty queen someday, she told us that if God's will she will enter a beauty contest, so Good Luck to her.
I also asked them if there is any details about them that they want their supporter to know, Ruru and Ashley answered that they already show their talents to all the fans while Gabrielle shared that she is a scuva diver.

Catch Ruru Madrid, Ashley Ortega, and Gabrielle Garcia in My Destiny, weeknights after Nino on GMA Telebabad.