Abot-Kamay na Pangarap

Philippine television drama series

Abot-Kamay na Pangarap

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Also known as| Hands on the Dream[1]
Genre| Medical drama
Created by| Geng Delgado
Written by|

* Geng Delgado
* Lobert Villela
* Kenneth Angelo Enriquez
* Wiro Michael Ladera

Directed by|

* L.A. Madridejos
* Jorron Lee Monroy (2022–23)
* Paul Sta. Ana (2023–24)

Creative director| Aloy Adlawan
Starring|

* Carmina Villarroel
* Jillian Ward

Theme music composer| Rina Mercado
Opening theme| "Sagot sa Dalangin" by Maricris Garcia
Country of origin| Philippines
Original language| Tagalog
No. of episodes| 659 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producer| Mary Joy Lumboy-Pili
Camera setup| Multiple-camera setup
Running time| 22–31 minutes
Production company| GMA Entertainment Group
Original release
Network| GMA Network
Release| September 5, 2022 (2022-09-05) –
October 19, 2024 (2024-10-19)

Abot-Kamay na Pangarap (transl. the dream within reach / international title: Hands on the Dream) is a Philippine television medical drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by L.A. Madridejos, it stars Carmina Villarroel and Jillian Ward. It premiered on September 5, 2022 on the network's Afternoon Prime and Sabado Star Power sa Hapon line up. The series concluded on October 19, 2024 with a total of 659 episodes. It is the longest running drama series of GMA Network, based on episode count.

The series is streaming online on YouTube.[2]

## Premise

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Mother and daughter, Lyneth and Analyn go through difficulties in life. They both hope, they would meet their dreams and share each other's successes someday. A researcher will find out Analyn's level of intelligence, leading her to study in a medical school.[3]

## Cast and characters

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Lead cast

* Carmina Villarroel as Lyneth Santos[4]
* Jillian Ward as Analyn Santos[5]

Supporting cast

* Richard Yap as Robert Jose "RJ/Obeng" Tanyag[6]
* Dominic Ochoa as Michael Lobrin[7]
* Pinky Amador as Moira Rutaquio-Tanyag / fake Morgana Go[8]
* Andre Paras as Luke Antonio[9]
* Wilma Doesnt as Josaline "Josa" Enriquez-Valencia[10]
* Kazel Kinouchi as Zoey R. Tanyag[11]
* Jeff Moses as Reagan Tibayan[12]
* Dexter Doria as Susana "Susan" Burgos[13]
* Chuckie Dreyfus as Raymond "Ray" Meneses[14]
* Ariel Villasanta as Cromwell "Croms" Valencia[15]

Recurring cast

* Denise Barbacena as Eulalia "Eula" Sarmiento
* Patricia Coma as Grace Villar
* Alexandra Mendez as Jhoanne Lery H. Dizon
* John Vic De Guzman as Kenneth "Ken" Prado
* Che Ramos-Cosio as Katherine "Katie" Enriquez
* Eunice Lagusad as Karen Elise G. Caudal
* Alchris Galura as Evan Andrew L. Nicolas
* Anya Gonzalez Almario as Joyce "Joy" Cruz
* Fritzie Aquino as Nerissa Sandoval
* Leo Martinez as Joselito "Pepe" Tanyag[16]
* Dianne dela Fuente as Patricia Menor
* Allen Dizon as Carlos Enrico Benitez[17]
* Dina Bonnevie as Giselle Marie Tanyag[18]
* Ken Chan as Lyndon Ramirez Javier[19]
* Prince Clemente as Neskrist "Krist" Ilustre
* Chanel Latorre as Luningning "Ning" Sandoval
* Sam Pinto as Denise Evangelista
* Raheel Bhyria as Harrison "Harry" Benitez
* Carlo San Juan as Vico Manalastas
* Michael Sager as Mico de Ocampo[20]
* Kirsten Gonzales as Bridgette Lavezares
* Tonton Gutierrez as Eric Refuerzo
* Klea Pineda as Justine Refuerzo
* Marx Topacio as Omar "Dax" Dacanay
* Chrome Prince Cosio as Mark Gonzaga
* Pilar Pilapil as Chantal Dubois vda. de Rutaquio[21]
* Sophia Senoron as Daphne

Guest cast

* Heart Ramos as younger Analyn
* Sophie Albert as Hazel Roces
* Kyle Ocampo as younger Zoey
* Chlaui Malayao as Wendy
* Elia Ilano as younger Grace
* Jenzel Angeles as Sheba
* Alvin Francisco as Alvin
* Winston Tiwaquen as Win
* Jon Lucas as Timothy "Tim" Campos
* Melissa Mendez as Tim's mother
* Ariella Arida as Shamcey
* Joyce Ching as Faith Villar-Castillo
* Shaira Diaz as Olivia "Olive" Garcia
* Jan Marini as Denoy
* Lianne Valentin as Riza
* Anjo Damiles as Oscar
* Betong Sumaya as Obet Villarin
* Zonia Mejia as Jemily Villarin
* Arny Ross as Bea Almasan
* Samantha Lopez as Cherry Mendoza
* Mavy Legaspi as Jordan Mendoza
* Cassy Legaspi as Jewel Mendoza
* Max Collins as Izzy
* Dion Ignacio as Bart
* Pekto as Elmer
* Gabby Eigenmann as Benedicto "Benny" Caballero
* Jamir Zabarte as Darwin Caballero
* Archie Alemania as Lando
* Shanelle Agustin as Jyra
* Ryan Eigenmann as Arman Tinio
* Stanley Abuloc as Toybits
* Sue Prado as Mildred
* Haley Dizon as Cindy
* Crystal Paras as Marga
* Francis Mata as Yamato Hiroshi
* Tess Antonio as Priscilla Ortiz
* Ejay Fontanilla as Arman de Vera
* Gino Ilustre as Timoteo Villarica
* Frances Ignacio as Eleanor Villarica
* Arra San Agustin as Emily
* Angel Leighton as Valeen Ferrer
* Divine Aucina as a flower vendor
* Leanne Bautista as Precious
* Manilyn Reynes as Melba Salazar[22]
* Pauline Mendoza as Katelyn Salazar
* James Marco as Bogs
* Gian Magdangal as Lander Soler
* Thou Reyes as Quinito
* Euwenn Mikaell as Andoy[23]
* Pokwang as herself[24]
* Shayne Sava as younger Giselle
* Abdul Raman as younger Eric
* Brianna Advincula as younger Justine
* Luke Conde as Froilan
* Jackie Lou Blanco as Leticia "Lotus" Madrigal[25]
* Cecil Paz as Bogart
* Lloyd Samartino as Constantino de Leon
* Mia Pangyarihan as Warden Reyes
* Geneva Cruz as Irene Castro-Benitez[26]
* Jem Manicad as Irene's friend
* Jana Trias as Ninang
* Ian Ignacio as Germie
* Elijah Alejo as Carla Madrigal
* Cai Cortez as Joyce
* Gene Padilla as Empoy
* Marcus Madrigal
* Jemwell Ventenilla as Arman
* Ronnie Liang as Maniago[27]
* Shyr Valdez as Violeta "Violy" Reyes
* Ruru Madrid as Elias P. Guerrero / Black Rider[28]
* Empoy Marquez as Oscar "Oka" Santos[28]
* Herlene Budol as Marikit "Pretty" Calaguas[28]
* Alex Medina as Empoy
* Rodjun Cruz as Gabby Cifra
* Joyce Anne Burton as Lara Cecilio
* Mika Salamanca as Emerald Añonuevo
* Pepita Curtis as Kimmy Chika
* Anjay Anson as Tinoy
* Divina Valencia as May
* Eva Darren as Juanita "Juaning" Banaag / Juanita "Nita" Francisco
* Gladys Reyes as real Morgana Go / Nushi G.[29]
* Mark Herras as Gilbert[29]
* Tart Carlos as Olga
* Jess Martinez as Diwata 'Diwa' Tibayan
* Caprice Cayetano as Apple Francisco
* Madeleine Nicolas as Apo Binig-an
* MJ Lastimosa as Claire Bermudez[30]
* Ji Soo as Kim Young[31]
* Kenji San Pablo as William "Willy"
* Gilleth Sandico as Roda
* Andrew Gan as Richie

## Casting

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In June 2022, the cast of the series was announced.[32] In April 2024, actors Ruru Madrid, Empoy Marquez and actress Herlene Budol made an appearance as Elias Guerrero, Oka Santos and Pretty Calaguas respectively, who all originated from the Philippine television action drama series Black Rider.[28]

## Production

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Principal photography commenced in July 2022.[33] Filming concluded on October 17, 2024.[34]

## Ratings

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According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in Television Homes, the pilot episode of Abot-Kamay na Pangarap earned a 6.3% rating.[35] The final episode scored a 9.6% rating.[36] The series had its highest rating on July 29, 2023, with a 13.9% rating.[37]

## Accolades

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Accolades received by Abot-Kamay na Pangarap Year  | Award  | Category  | Recipient  | Result  | Ref.

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2023  | Platinum Stallion National Media Awards  | Television Drama of the Year  | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Won  | [38]
12th Northwest Samar State University Students' Choice Awards for Radio and Television  | Best Actress in Daytime Series  | Jillian Ward | Won  | [39]
Best Daytime Drama Series  | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Won
Best Supporting Actor in Daytime Series  | Richard Yap | Won
Best Supporting Actress in Daytime Series  | Carmina Villarroel | Won
45th Catholic Mass Media Awards  | Best Drama Series/Program  | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Special citation  | [40]
2024  | 52nd Box Office Entertainment Awards | Daytime TV Drama Actor of the Year  | Richard Yap  | Won  | [41]
Daytime TV Drama Actress of the Year  | Jillian Ward  | Won
TV Supporting Actress of the Year  | Pinky Amador | Won
5th VP Choice Awards  | TV Series of the Year (Afternoon)  | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Won  | [42]
TV Actor of the Year (Afternoon)  | Ken Chan | Nominated  | [43]
TV Actress of the Year (Afternoon)  | Jillian Ward  | Nominated
TV Supporting Actress of the Year  | Kazel Kinouchi | Nominated
2025  | 36th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Drama Supporting Actress  | Pinky Amador  | Nominated  | [44]
Best Daytime TV Series  | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Won

## Legacy

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In September 2023, actress Jillian Ward appeared in the 2023 Philippine television crime drama series Royal Blood in a guest role, portraying the same character she played in Abot-Kamay na Pangarap.[45] In October 2023, actor Richard Yap appeared in the 2023 Philippine television drama series Magandang Dilag in a cameo role.[46] In April 2024, Ward appeared in the Philippine television action drama series Black Rider.[47]

## References

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1. ^ "Hands on the Dream". GMA Worldwide. Retrieved July 10, 2024.
2. ^ "Abot Kamay Na Pangarap (Full Episodes) - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved June 1, 2024.
3. ^ Botana, Joba (September 8, 2022). "Be inspired and feel the love in GMA's Abot Kamay na Pangarap". Manila Standard. Retrieved April 19, 2024.
4. ^ Siazon, Rachelle (September 5, 2022). "Carmina Villarroel recalls bursting into tears after a director unjustly shouted at her". PEP. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
5. ^ Santiago, Ervin (October 23, 2022). "Tunay na mga doktor, content creators eeksena sa Abot Kamay Na Pangarap; Jean walang kakupas-kupas". Inquirer Bandera. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
6. ^ Salterio, Leah C. (October 9, 2023). "Richard Yap Finds Time for Restaurant Business". The Philippine Star. Retrieved June 1, 2024.
7. ^ Chua, EJ (July 28, 2022). "Dominic Ochoa says he is happy and thankful to work again with Carmina Villarroel". GMA Network. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
8. ^ Salterio, Leah C. (July 5, 2023). "Pinky Amador is the girl viewers love to hate on afternoon TV". The Philippine Star. Retrieved June 3, 2024.
9. ^ "GMA Network spreads love and inspiration via Abot Kamay Na Pangarap". LionhearTV. September 6, 2022. Retrieved July 11, 2024.
10. ^ "Wilma Doesnt shares advice to aspiring models: 'Take care of your skin, improve your hygiene'". Manila Bulletin. May 13, 2024. Retrieved July 11, 2024.
11. ^ Beltran, Sam. "Kazel Kinouchi Isn't Afraid To Bare Her True Self On TV Screens—And On Your FYP". Cosmopolitan. Retrieved July 8, 2024.
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16. ^ Santiago, Ervin (January 9, 2024). "Leo Martinez nagsalita na tungkol sa nag-iisang anak nila ni Cherie Gil". Inquirer Bandera. Retrieved September 5, 2024.
17. ^ Tomada, Nathalie (December 11, 2023). "Allen Dizon weighs in on the success of Abot-Kamay na Pangarap". The Philippine Star. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
18. ^ Mataro, RJ (April 12, 2023). "Dina Bonnevie ponders why Abot Kamay na Pangarap remains successful". LionhearTV. Retrieved July 10, 2024.
19. ^ "Ken Chan grateful for role in successful series Abot Kamay Na Pangarap". LionhearTV. December 28, 2023. Retrieved July 8, 2024.
20. ^ "Michael Sager gustong bumalik sa Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap". PEP. February 4, 2024. Retrieved July 3, 2024.
21. ^ Nardo, Jun (June 2, 2024). "Sheryl, handa na ulit kay Romnick". The Philippine Star. Retrieved June 29, 2024.
22. ^ Chua, EJ (September 6, 2023). "Manilyn Reynes joins Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap as its newest celebrity guest". GMA Network. Retrieved March 4, 2024.
23. ^ Chua, EJ (January 8, 2024). "MMFF Best Child Actor Euwenn Mikaell plays Andoy in Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap". GMA Network. Retrieved May 28, 2024.
24. ^ Nardo, Jun (January 18, 2024). "Pokwang, wala nang pahinga!". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 2, 2024.
25. ^ Pasajol, Anne (February 17, 2024). "Baliwag mayor calls out Abot Kamay na Pangarap for 'making fun of' city name". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved March 4, 2024.
26. ^ Chua, EJ (February 18, 2024). "Karakter ni Geneva Cruz sa Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap, usap-usapan sa social media". GMA Network. Retrieved March 4, 2024.
27. ^ "Mala-COVID-19 lockdown na eksena, isa sa mga dapat abangan sa upcoming episodes ng Abot Kamay na Pangarap". Facebook. Retrieved April 13, 2024.
28. ^ a b c d Chua, EJ. "Black Rider cast, nakipagkulitan kay Doc Analyn sa set ng Abot-Kamay na Pangarap". GMA Network. Retrieved April 25, 2024.
29. ^ a b "Role ni Gladys Reyes sa AKNP, inspired kay Alice Guo?". PEP. Retrieved July 8, 2024.
30. ^ "Abot Kamay na Pangarap: Zoey and Analyn meets RJ's first ex-girlfriend!". YouTube. August 12, 2024. Retrieved August 12, 2024.
31. ^ Llemit, Kathleen A. (August 18, 2024). "Kim Jisoo to play visiting Korean doctor in Abot Kamay na Pangarap". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 18, 2024.
32. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (June 22, 2022). "Dominic Ochoa stars in first GMA-7 project after 25 years with ABS-CBN". PEP. Retrieved September 1, 2024.
33. ^ Chua, EJ (July 3, 2023). "Jeff Moses and Chuckie Dreyfus celebrate first taping anniversary of Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap". GMA Network. Retrieved July 8, 2023.
34. ^ Gabinete, Jojo (October 19, 2024). "Jillian Ward, iyak nang iyak sa huling taping ng AKNP". PEP. Retrieved May 19, 2025.
35. ^ Mia, Ron (September 9, 2022). "Abot Kamay na Pangarap pilot episodes score high ratings!". LionhearTV. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
36. ^ "Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap, kumusta ang finale rating?". PEP. October 22, 2024. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
37. ^ Mia, Ron (August 3, 2023). "Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap soars to the top spot of Saturday rating chart". LionhearTV. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
38. ^ Chua, EJ (January 17, 2023). "Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap, kinilala bilang Television Drama of the Year sa 2023 Platinum Stallion National Media Awards". GMA Network (in Tagalog). Retrieved May 15, 2024.
39. ^ Chua, EJ (April 20, 2023). "Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap lead star Jillian Ward receives Best Actress in Daytime Series award". GMA Network (in Tagalog). Retrieved May 15, 2024.
40. ^ "GMA Network dominates 45th Catholic Mass Media Awards with multiple wins". GMA Network. November 24, 2023. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
41. ^ Santiago, Erwin (May 2, 2024). "Box Office Entertainment Awards 2024: DongYan, KathDen win top honors". PEP. Retrieved May 14, 2024.
42. ^ Valdez, Euden (May 30, 2024). "Most voted for celebs and brands attend 5th VP Choice Awards in glitz and glam". The Philippine Star. Retrieved July 3, 2024.
43. ^ "5th VP Choice Awards: List of nominees". 5th VP Choice Awards. Archived from the original on February 28, 2024. Retrieved July 3, 2024.
44. ^ Mallorca, Hannah (February 2, 2025). "PMPC Star Awards for Television bares list of nominees". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved February 2, 2025.
45. ^ Anoc, Aimee (September 5, 2023). "Jillian Ward, magkakaroon ng cameo bilang Dra. Analyn sa Royal Blood". GMA Network. Retrieved September 9, 2023.
46. ^ "Richard Yap to make cameo appearance in Magandang Dilag". GMA Network. October 9, 2023. Retrieved October 11, 2023.
47. ^ "Jillian Ward to make cameo as Doc Analyn in Black Rider". GMA Network. April 15, 2024. Retrieved April 17, 2024.

## External links

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* Official website
* Abot-Kamay na Pangarap at IMDb

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