Dyesebel (Tagalog pronunciation: [ˌdʒɛː.sɛˈbɛl]) is a Filipino comic book character, conceived by Mars Ravelo and drawn by Elpidio Torres. Dyesebel is a mermaid, who eventually gains full human form through a deal with a sea-witch.

Dyesebel
The original depiction of Dyesebel created by Mars Ravelo.
Publication information
PublisherPilipino Komiks
First appearancePilipino Komiks #1 (1952)
Created byMars Ravelo
In-story information
SpeciesHalf-human/Half-Atlantican
Place of originAtlantica (Earth)
Team affiliationsDarna
PartnershipsFredo
Abilities
  • Able to live on or under the sea
  • Hydrokinesis
  • Telepathic control of all aquatic life
  • Hypnotic Voice
  • Ultrasonic Scream
  • Echolocation

Aside appearing in Pilipino Komiks, Dyesebel also appeared in Kampeon Komiks (Champion Comics) in 1975. The story has been adapted into five films and a spin-off, throughout the timeline from 1953 to 1996. Among those who took on the role in the big screen are Eva Montes, Edna Luna (1953), Vilma Santos (1973), Alma Moreno (1978), Alice Dixson (1990), and Charlene Gonzales (1996). On the television, the iconic mermaid is portrayed by Marian Rivera (2008) and Anne Curtis (2014).

Adaptations

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Films

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Title Cast Producer Director Release date
Dyesebel Edna Luna as Dyesebel
Jaime de la Rosa as Fredo
Manuel Vistan Jr. Production
Premiere Productions
Gerardo de León July 4, 1953
Anak ni Dyesebel Eva Montes as Alona
Edna Luna as Dyesebel
Jaime de la Rosa as Fredo
People's Pictures March 1, 1964
Dyesebel Vilma Santos as Dyesebel
Romeo Miranda as Fredo
Tagalog Ilang-Ilang Productions Emmanuel H. Borlaza June 17, 1973
Dyesebel Alma Moreno as Dyesebel
Mat Ranillo III as David and Maro
Sampaguita Pictures Anthony Taylor October 13, 1978
Dyesebel Alice Dixson as Dyesebel
Richard Gomez as Edward
Carmina Villaroel as young Dyesebel
Regal Films Mel Chionglo January 18, 1990
Dyesebel Charlene Gonzales as Dyesebel
Matthew Mendoza as Fredo
Viva Films Emmanuel Borlaza January 4, 1996

Television series

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Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel (2008)

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The first TV series adaptation of Dyesebel was broadcast on GMA Network in 2008. It originally aired on April 28, 2008, and ended on October 17, 2008, completing 125 episodes.[1][2] It is top billed by Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes in the lead roles.[3] It was internationally aired on GMA Pinoy TV, which became a huge success to viewers abroad.

Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel (2014)

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Upcoming Dyesebel television series

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On December 11, 2022, it was confirmed by comedian Ogie Diaz that Andrea Brillantes has been cast in the role of Dyesebel for an upcoming television series from ABS-CBN Corporation.[4][5][6]

On-screen actresses and actors

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Dyesebel through the years: Edna Luna (1953), Vilma Santos-Recto (1973), Alma Moreno (1978), Alice Dixson (1990), Charlene Gonzales-Muhlach (1996), Marian Rivera-Dantes (2008), and Anne Curtis-Heussaff (2014).

In the films, Dyesebel was portrayed by Filipino actresses: Edna Luna, Vilma Santos, Alma Moreno, Alice Dixson, and Charlene Gonzales. In television, she was portrayed by Marian Rivera in 2008 and Anne Curtis in 2014.[7] She was also personified by the actress Ara Mina in a cameo appearance on Mars Ravelo's Darna (2005 TV Series).

Official list of actresses who played Dyesebel

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No. Actress Role Title Year
1 Edna Luna Dyesebel Dyesebel
Anak ni Dyesebel
1953
1964
2 Vilma Santos-Recto Dyesebel Dyesebel 1973
3 Alma Moreno Dyesebel Dyesebel 1978
4 Alice Dixson Dyesebel Dyesebel 1990
5 Charlene Gonzales-Muhlach Dyesebel Dyesebel 1996
6 Marian Rivera-Dantes Dyesebel / Isabel Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel 2008
7 Anne Curtis-Heussaff Dyesebel / Beatriz Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel 2014

Young Dyesebel

  • Carissa in Dyesebel (1978).
  • Carmina Villaroel in Dyesebel (1990).
  • Charina Scott in Dyesebel (1996).
  • Kirsten Jane Sigrist in Dyesebel (2008 TV series).
  • Ashley Sarmiento in Dyesebel (2014 TV series).

Cameo Appearance

Official list of actors who played Fredo

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No. Actor Role Title Year
1 Jaime dela Rosa Fredo Dyesebel
Anak ni Dyesebel
1953
1964
2 Romeo Miranda Fredo Dyesebel at Ang Mahiwagang Kabibe 1973
3 Matt Ranillo III Fredo (renamed David) Sisid, Dyesebel, Sisid 1978
4 Richard Gomez Fredo (renamed Edward) Dyesebel 1990
5 Matthew Mendoza Fredo Dyesebel 1996
6 Dingdong Dantes Fredo Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel (2008 TV series) 2008
7 Gerald Anderson Fredo Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel (2014 TV series) 2014

Young Fredo

  • Robert Ortega in Dyesebel (1990) (renamed Edward)
  • Arkin Luciano Magalona in Dyesebel (2008 TV series).
  • Giacobbe Whitworth in Dyesebel (2014 TV series).

Collected editions

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Title Volume Issue Date
Dyesebel Pilipino Komiks #1 April 11, 1953
#26
#141 October 25, 1952
#151[8] March 14, 1953
#154[9] April 25, 1953
#158[10] June 20, 1953
Golden Anniversary #2752[11]
Dyesebel Espesyal Komiks #9[12] February 9, 1953
Anak ni Dyesebel Liwayway (1963–1964) #4

See also

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References

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  1. ^ 'Babangon...' set, nilait ni Dina! journal.com.ph
  2. ^ Movie press pinaligaya ni Angel Locsin journal.com.ph
  3. ^ Marian, perfect sa 'Dyesebel' – Direk Joyce journal.com.ph
  4. ^ Severo, Jan Milo (December 12, 2022). "Andrea Brillantes to play 'Dyesebel' in new ABS-CBN series". Philstar.com. Manila, Philippines: Philstar Global Corp. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
  5. ^ Ogie Diaz Showbiz Update (December 11, 2022). "GUSTO KO NANG BUMITAW DITO SA ROAD MANAGER NA ITO! 🔴 JODI STA MARIA 🔴 ANDREA BRILLANTES". YouTube (in Filipino). Google LLC. Retrieved February 1, 2023.
  6. ^ News5 (December 12, 2022). "ANDREA BILANG DYESEBEL 🧜‍♀️" [Andrea as Dyesebel]. Facebook (in Filipino). Retrieved February 1, 2023.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  7. ^ Dyesebel (1953, 1973, 1978, 1990 and 1996), MarsRavelo.Tripod.com (official website), 2005 Archived July 2, 2007, at archive.today, (Notes: According to the Mars Ravelo official website, the first Dyesebel film was in 1953 and that the latest movie version was in 1996; not 1950 and 1990 as indicated in IMDb.com, respectively), retrieved on: August 13, 2007
  8. ^ "Pilipino Komiks issue no. 151". Comic Vine. Retrieved February 25, 2021.
  9. ^ "Pilipino Komiks issue no. 154". Comic Vine. Retrieved February 25, 2021.
  10. ^ "Pilipino Komiks issue no. 158". Comic Vine. Retrieved February 25, 2021.
  11. ^ "Pilipino Komiks #2752 Golden Anniversary". Comic Vine. Retrieved March 9, 2021.
  12. ^ "Espesyal Komiks no. 9". Comic Vine. Retrieved February 25, 2021.
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