Lovers in Paris (Philippine TV series)
Template:Currently Airing Drama
| Lovers in Paris | |
|---|---|
| File:LIPLoversinParsis.jpg | |
| Created by |  SBS, South Korea |
| Directed by | FM Reyes |
| Starring | Piolo Pascual[1] KC Concepcion[2] |
| Opening theme | "Wag Na Wag Mong Sasabihin"
By:KC Concepcion Piolo Pascual |
| Country of origin |  Philippines |
| Original languages | Filipino, English, French |
| No. of episodes | 5 (As of October 2, 2009) |
| Production | |
| Production locations | Philippines Paris, France |
| Original release | |
| Network | ABS-CBN |
| Release | September 28, 2009 |
| Related | |
| Lovers in Paris (South Korea TV Series) | |
Lovers in Paris[3] is the Philippine remake of the 2004 hit Koreanovela series Lovers in Paris.
Overview
2004 TV series
Lovers in Paris was a Korean drama that was aired in 2004 on SBS with actress Kim Jung-Eun in the title role, Park Shin-Yang as Carlo and Lee Dong-Gun as Martin. The series had a total of 20 episodes.
Popularity in the Philippines
ABS-CBN aired the series on its international broadcast arm The Filipino Channel in 2007, making it the first non-Philippine produced live action drama series to air on the channel. Beginning February 11, 2008, ABS-CBN included the series on its online video on demand service, making it the first non-Philippine produced series to be made available through the service and both became successful.
Casting
This is considered to be the first primetime telserye of KC Concepcion where she plays the role of Vivian, a young woman who has a dream to become a director in Paris. It also showcases her first team-up with the Philippine hearthrob Piolo Pascual who will play Carlo. The also stars Zanjoe Marudo as Martin who will act as the third pair to would distract the relationship of Carlo and Vivian. The show also stars veteran actor, Christopher de Leon, Mark Gil and Assunta de Rossi. Precious Lara Quigaman is the first one to do the role of Karen but because of the teleserye May Bukas Pa, that has high ratings and will extend until January 2010, she chose to concentrate in her role and she refused to do the role of Donna. Instead, Maricar Reyes was given the part to portray the role of Karen.
Story and development
Plot
The much anticipated Koreanovela remake of 2009 featuring Piolo Pascual, KC Concepcion and Zanjoe Marudo. Lovers in Paris follows the story of three people who will discover the complexities of love. For Carlo, love is but a responsibility. For Vivian, love is the greatest thing to give and to receive. For Martin, love is self-gratification. Despite their different views, these three will learn go through a life-changing experience when their paths cross in Paris. Just when they thought they have found the right love at the perfect place, they will all realize that it’s not yet the perfect time. Will there be a second chance for Carlo, Vivian, and Martin?
Synopsis
After her father died, Vivian fulfills her father’s greatest dream; she pursues film studies in Paris. In order to keep up with her expenses, and help out her family back in the Philippines, she also takes part time jobs. In her hotel job, she unexpectedly gets locked up inside the function room. The following morning, Carlo accidentally finds her sleeping under the table, thus causing her immediate dismissal. To make matters worse for her, she learns back in her apartment that her landlady locked up her pad due to her inability to pay the rent. Vivian gets a new job after bumping into a Filipino in Paris. Incidentally, the said man is looking for a housemaid for his boss; and upon learning this Vivian immediately volunteers to take the job. In order to keep her new source of income, Vivian tries to be as creative as possible to impress her still unidentified boss; but unfortunately, instead of gaining her superior’s confidence, she ends up getting into his nerves, thus causing her immediate dismissal.
In order to close the deal with his most important client through the latter’s Pampangueña wife, Carlo decides to ask for his former housemaid’s help. In exchange for her company during his trip to Nice, Carlo says he is willing to pay all her debts and give back the job he had taken away from her. Upon learning all the perks up for grabs, Vivian gladly agrees to take his rather wonderful offer. Surprisingly, Carlo’s plan works perfectly well; with Vivian posing as his fiancé, his dinner with his prospected client’s wife turns out to be a blast.
Upon returning from her trip with Carlo, Vivian is left locked out of her apartment after her spare key went missing. Carlo realizes her situation, so he decides let the young lady spend a night in his home. The next day, Vivian accidentally meets Martin on her way to sell the dress Carlo gave her. The lad gladly helps her to sell the dress for a better price. Unfortunately, their meeting is immediately cut short after she realized that her expensive necklace has gone missing. Karen pays Carlo, her ex-husband, a surprise visit. Surprisingly, it has been exactly 2 years since their divorce; quite an unusual occasion to celebrate over dinner. On the other hand, Carlo is in need of Vivian’s company once again, so he tries to bargain with her. The next day, he purposely leaves the dress and the jewelry she will be wearing for the said event in his house; thus leaving the young lady rather tempted to wear them. And while fancying over the said stuff, Vivian is caught in surprise to find Karen staring at her.[4]
Cast
Main Cast
- Piolo Pascual[1] as Carlo Aranaz - is an uptight businessman who will hire Vivian to pose as his fiance.
- KC Concepcion[2] as Vivian Vizcarra - is a student in Paris who will work as a maid for Carlo.
- Zanjoe Marudo as Martin Aranaz Barrameda - is a band drummer and Carlo’s nephew.
- Christopher De Leon as Chairman George Aranaz - is Carlo's father and a strict business tycoon.
Extended Cast
- Maricar Reyes as Karen Roxas-Aranaz - is the rich ex-wife of Carlo.
- Assunta De Rossi as Eunice - is the former classmate of Vivian who is obsessed with Carlo.
- Mark Gil as John Palma - works as an accountant in the company of Chairman Aranaz.
- Rachel Ann Wolfe as Louise- is the elder sister of Carlo and Martin’s mother who keeps a dark secret.
- Kaye Brosas as Michelle - is the loud best friend of Vivian.
- Hyubs Azarcon as Joon - is the loyal assistant of Carlo.
- Ching Arellano as Popoy - is the uncle and guardian of Vivian
- Aaron Junatas as Kenon - is the cousin of Vivian
Guest Cast
- Soliman Cruz as MacArthur Vizcarra
- Joshua Dionisio as Young Carlo
- Sophia Baars as Young Vivian
- Melissa Mendez as Rowena Vizcarra
- Digna Roosevelt as Bridge
- Marvin Raymundo as Bartender
- John Tagle as Mr.Loxen
Production
Soundtrack
The themesong of the show is "Wag na Wag Mong Sasabihin" (Never ever say) which is the same song used in the dubbed original version of Lovers in Paris. On the original, Kitchie Nadal sang the themesong, however on the remake, the show's lead actors, KC Concepcion and Piolo Pascual took the liberty to sing the show's themesong.
Encore Marathon
Due to public demand, as many people have not been able to watch most episodes of the first week of the show during the Typhoon Ondoy, ABS-CBN showed the whole pilot week marathon replay of the new primetime show last October 3, 2009. [5]
See also
References
- ^ a b http://www.abs-cbn.com/Feature/Article/2061/Piolo-Pascual-talks-about-his-upcoming-soap-with-KC-Concepcion.aspx
- ^ a b http://www.pep.ph/news/20362/KC-Concepcion-swears-she-has-no-suitors-right-now
- ^ http://www.abs-cbn.com/headlines/Article/2242/Star-Cinema-reveals-its-line-up-for-2009.aspx
- ^ http://www.abs-cbn.com/Weekdays/article/5016/loversinparis/Lovers-in-Paris.aspx
- ^ ABS-CBN airs a ‘Lovers in Paris’ marathon this Saturday retrieved via www.abs-cbn.com 10-3-2009