Charice Pempengco lifestory in MMK episode

True To Life Struggles

After making Filipinos here and abroad more proud in her recent appearance in Andrea Bocelli’s natal day concert, the international singing sensation will try acting this time. And she can really relate to her role as she will play herself in the upcoming episode of Maalala Mo Kaya this Saturday, July 26.

Watch the story of Charice, a 16-year old girl who has always dreamed of seeing herself on TV. Growing up in a broken family, she has never seen her father since she was three. Charice and her brother Kokoy were raised alone by their mother Racquel, who also taught her daughter how to sing and conquer her fears.

inger-actress Zsa Zsa Padilla has been chosen to portray Raquel.
Young Charice will be Sharlene San Pedro. Kokoy (Charice’s Brother) will be acted out by Rhap Salazar. Charice’s Dad’s role will be played by Neil Ryan Sese. Charice’s Grand Mother, Tess will be roled out by Madeleine Nicolas.