Nikki Gil on MMK

After Nikki Gil's Apoy sa Dagat performance as young Odessa, we've heard follow up requests from people who wants to see more of her in drama projects. I watch Apoy sa Dagat up to date and still get astound when they flashback the young Odessa scenes. We mostly see Nikki as bubbly and lively girl, nonetheless, she proves to us that she can be genuinely amazing on acting roles. Let's not forget her outstanding performance in Mundo Man ay Magunaw and other past roles in Nagsimula sa Puso, Pieta, The Red Shoes, and many more.

When Nikki announced that she'll be having a MMK (Maalaala mo Kaya) episode, her fans got too thankful and too excited. Some did their own promotions, some had exchange of exciting conversations, and some did their countdown to 7:30pm of June 22nd.

The wait is over then. I bet some of Nixters/Nillys opened their television and watch Wansapanataym so they won't miss the start of MMK. And I bet they are all glued from the time Ms. Charo said "Dear Charo" until the end when the most awaited title was flashed.

The story revolve around the relationship of sisters named Precy, the eldest, and Agnes, the youngest. The setting is in a province wherein the residents do farming for a living. Being in a big family, Precy is responsible enough as a breadwinner. She love and protect her family, she is brave and sacrificial. What is touching about the story is the strong and happy bond of sisters Precy and Agnes. They are usually together in the river where Precy do the laundry, and Agnes always teases her by asking permission to play then being out of Precy's sight in a few. Precy will panic and Agnes will appear on her sister's back, embracing her.That moment was the time when you wanted to hug your siblings, too.

Precy met Lando, a landowner who owns a house and a carabao. They went thru the courting stage, became magnobyo, and eventually got married. It was painful when the sisters talk about letting go of each other, as Precy has to go to another chapter of her life with her husband. 

Precy and Lando had their children, 1 boy and 1 girl. Precy became a housewife who takes good care of her family. However, she still worries about the family she left. There are times when her mother visits their house and borrows money from Lando. A big fight happened between the couple when Lando throws the money to Precy’s mother as sign of his anger. Lando was pissed off because he thinks that Precy’s family is still dependent on them. To Precy’s defense, her family works for Lando’s land in return, and remembers Lando’s promise that they will still help them even if they have their own family. Precy decided to work again in farm so she can help her mother and siblings yet it became the reason of another fight with Lando.

Due to poverty, Precy asks Lando if Agnes can stay at their home and provide for her studies. Lando is okay with it and become too nice to his wife’s sister. However, another challenge arises to Precy’s life when their mother got sick. Precy then decided to try applying for a work abroad in order to get a bigger income. She only tells Lando about it few days before she is about to fly to the Middle East. Lando disapproves it yet she still pursues her 2 year contract. She is lucky enough to work for a good employer. She also communicates easily with her family in the Philippines. One day, Precy got bothered when she wasn’t able to talk to her sister for consecutive days. She then found out that her sister got pregnant and the father is his husband. Precy got mad and breakdown.  She went home and still very angry with everybody. She felt betrayed by everyone. Precy went to the province where Agnes and Lando live. She is too mad to see both of them with their daughter, and her youngest child with Lando. She felt so miserable. Precy brings her youngest child back with her.

Precy continued her life in their town, still going through the pain. Her mother talks to her about getting Agnes back with them, as she worries about her current life with Lando. Precy granted her mother’s request and she goes back to bring Agnes with her daughter home. Lando was left alone.It took time for Precy to forgive her  sister. Agnes told Precy that she was just forced and blackmailed by Lando that’s why she got pregnant.  It was another scene in the river that gave the way for the sisters to reconcile. It was very heart warming and was probably my third teary eyed moment as I watched the story.

In a conversation, Agnes admits to Precy that she loves Lando. The story ended when Agnes decided to go back to Lando’s life together with their daughter. Precy moved on and find the heart to forgive and heal the wound. At the end it will still be as simple as “dahil magkapatid kayo.”

Nikki once again showcases her acting prowess. That was one proud fan moment for me. Nikki has this sincere emotion that affects the viewers. There are many drama shows but only few can make you cry physically and inside. This “Ilog” episode by MMK is worth the watch, not time wasting, and definitely taught us a lesson. Congratulations also to Nikki Bagaporo, Matt Evans, and co-actors who did well in their acting. To their directors and everyone behind the scenes, my admiration is with you guys also. I guess all it takes are genuine actors, unusual yet real story, good timeslot, and appreciative viewers. 

We will definitely watch out for more projects for Nikki Gil. A primetime teleserye would be great.

Congratulations Nikki for the trending topic and the highest viewers rating over the weekend. :) You're a star shining in a bright light. :)