Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka (transl. I cannot leave you / international title: Stay with Me) is a 2018 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Maryo J. de los Reyes and Neal del Rosario, it stars Yasmien Kurdi. It premiered on February 26, 2018 on the network's Afternoon Prime line up replacing Haplos. The series concluded on August 31, 2018 with a total of 132 episodes. It was replaced by My Special Tatay in its timeslot.

Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka
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Also known asStay with Me
GenreDrama
Created byMaria Zita S. Garganera
Written by
Directed by
Creative directorRoy Iglesias
StarringYasmien Kurdi
Theme music composerVehnee Saturno
Opening theme"Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka" by Hannah Precillas
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageTagalog
No. of episodes132 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producerMilo Alto Paz
EditorRobert S. Pancho
Camera setupMultiple-camera setup
Running time25–38 minutes
Production companyGMA Entertainment Content Group
Original release
NetworkGMA Network
ReleaseFebruary 26 (2018-02-26) –
August 31, 2018 (2018-08-31)

The series is streaming online on YouTube.[1]

Premise

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The story revolves around Thea Balagtas. After getting married and raising their twins together, her life shatters when she tests positive for HIV.[2]

Cast and characters

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Cast
Yasmien Kurdi
Jackie Rice
Sharmaine Buencamino
Lead cast
Supporting cast
Guest cast
  • Lucho Ayala as Rommel
  • Paolo Gumabao as Raffy
  • Ameera Johara as Nikka Martinez
  • Rob Moya as Edgar Villar
  • Reese Tuazon as Leila
  • Lharby Policarpio as Andy
  • Rodjun Cruz as Edward Salazar
  • Jackie Lou Blanco as Elvira Villar-Policarpio[5]
  • Lloyd Samartino as Manuel Policarpio
  • Tonio Quiazon as Gado
  • Arrian Labios as Tantoy
  • Omar Flores as Bernie Silvestre
  • Jeff Luna as Elvira's bodyguard
  • Aleera Montalla as Tess
  • Alvin Maghanoy as Dodot
  • Francis Mata as Mike
  • Joemarie Nielsen as Ogie
  • Ces Aldaba as a doctor
  • Mike Lloren as Manuel Imperial
  • Eddie Ngo as a hotel tenant
  • Renerich Ocon as a maid
  • Star Orjaliza as a doctor
  • Peggy Rico Tuazon as a doctor
  • Mona Louise Rey as younger Ava

Production

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Principal photography commenced in January 2018.[6] Filming concluded on August 23, 2018.[7]

Ratings

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According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in television homes, the pilot episode of Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka earned a 5.3% rating.[8] While the final episode scored an 8.2% rating.[9]

Accolades

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Accolades received by Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka
Year Award Category Recipient Result Ref.
2018 32nd PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Daytime Drama Series Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka Nominated [10]
Best Drama Actress Yasmien Kurdi Won [11]
Best Child Performer Caprice Cayetano
Seth dela Cruz
Nominated [10]
Won [11]

References

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  1. ^ "Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka | Full Episodes - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved May 7, 2024.
  2. ^ "Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka". GMA Network. Retrieved February 16, 2018.
  3. ^ Noguera, Al Kendrick. "Look: Mike Tan at Yasmien Kurdi, magsasama sa bagong Kapuso teleserye". GMA Network. Retrieved November 16, 2017.
  4. ^ "Jackie Rice replaced by Kris Bernal in Artikulo 247; is she still with GMA Artist Center?". PEP. October 29, 2021. Retrieved October 30, 2021.
  5. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (January 2, 2019). "Jackie Lou Blanco: "I really cannot imagine myself being with another network."". PEP. Retrieved April 9, 2024.
  6. ^ Geli, Bianca (January 5, 2018). "Look: Yasmien Kurdi, may pasilip sa taping ng Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka". GMA Network. Retrieved September 25, 2023.
  7. ^ Caligan, Michelle (August 23, 2018). "Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka stars, naging sentimental sa kanilang last taping day". GMA Network. Retrieved September 25, 2023.
  8. ^ Malaguit, Rachel (February 27, 2018). "How did Hindi Ko Kaya Iwan Ka pilot episode in AGB rating?". PEP. Retrieved February 28, 2018.
  9. ^ "NUTAM's 15 Most-Watched GMA Network Drama Finales TV Ratings". LionhearTV. January 26, 2019. Retrieved January 22, 2024.
  10. ^ a b Ganal, FM (October 6, 2018). "Bagani, Contessa, Asintado, Kambal, Karibal among nominees for 32nd PMPC Star Awards for Television". PEP. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
  11. ^ a b Dimaculangan, Jocelyn; Sancon, Allan (October 15, 2018). "32nd Star Awards for TV winners revealed; ASAP joins MMK, Eat Bulaga, Bubble Gang in Hall of Fame". PEP. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
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