TV Fans eager for exciting, relatable school adventures would do well to catch GMA’s newest youth-oriented anthology series “Sparkle U.”
Set in a fictional universe, it centers on students of posh Sparkle University, including their many struggles – from the effects of social media use and family conflicts, to different facets of complicated teenage life.
The first story of “Sparkle U,” titled “#Frenemies,” are two of GMA Network’s brightest and talented teen stars, Shayne Sava as Bekang and Abdul Rahman as Drake.
Joining them are Roxie Smith as Yazzi, Michael Sager as Marco, Zephanie as Sue, Princess Alliyah as Raeka, Vanessa Pena as Yam, Anjay Anson as Wado; with the special participation of Matt Lozano as Basti, Leandro Baldemor as Reb, Sue Prado as Zarah, Geleen Eugenio as Miranda.
It follows the story of Bekang (Shayne) and Yazzi’s (Roxie) lost friendship. They were childhood friends before but Yazzi will treat Bekang as her nemesis when they meet again in Senior High.
The second story of “Sparkle U,” introduces the new faces of campus life: Sparkle Sweethearts Sofia Pablo and Allen Ansay, popularly known as “Team Jolly.”
Sofia will play the role Alessi, while Allen will essay the role of Zac.
They are joined by Marco Masa as Leon, Liana Mae as Sela, continuing her role from story one is Princess Aliyah as Raeka, and Ruffa Mae Quinto as Emilia Gaspar.
“Sparkle U: #Ghosted,” chronicles the stories of five teens going through difficulties.
A ghost teacher trying to make up for her past mistakes, will help them overcome these hurdles.
This original series is headed by the SVP for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, VP for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, AVP for Drama Ali Nokom-Dedicatoria, Senior Program Manager Anthony R. Pastorpide, Executive Producer for #Frenemies Kaye Cadsawan and Executive Producer for #Ghosted Erwin Hilado.
The show’s creative team is composed of Creative Director Aloy Adlawan; Creative Unit Head Dode Cruz; Creative Consultant Kit Villanueva-Zapata; Headwriter for “#Frenemies” J-Mee Katanyag and Headwriter for “#Ghosted” Mark Duance Angos.
Catch the premiere of “Sparkle U” on Oct. 1, Sunday, 6pm on GMA and GTV.
