Mga Basang Sisiw
Alt nameLost Children
GenreDrama
Based onMga Basang Sisiw (1981)
DeveloperDode Cruz
Writer
  • Luningning Interio-Ribay
  • Christine Novicio
DirectorRicky Davao
Creative directorJun Lana
Starring
Theme music composerNonong Buencamino
Open theme"Natutulog Ba ang Diyos?" by Roseanne Magan
CountryPhilippines
LanguageTagalog
Num episodes110
Executive producerKaye Atienza-Cadsawan
LocationQuezon City, Philippines
CinematographyChiqui Soriano
CameraMultiple-camera setup
Runtime20–28 minutes
CompanyGMA Entertainment TV
NetworkGMA Network
First airedJune 3, 2013
Last airedNovember 1, 2013

Mga Basang Sisiw ( / international title: Lost Children) is a 2013 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a 1981 Philippine film of the same title. Directed by Ricky Davao, it stars Renz Valerio, Bianca Umali, Kimberly Faye, Hershey Garcia and Miko Zarsadias. It premiered on June 3, 2013, on the network's Afternoon Prime line up. The series concluded on November 1, 2013, with a total of 110 episodes.

The series is streaming online on YouTube.[1]

Premise

The series chronicles the story of five siblings – Justin, Faye, Shine, Cha and Mickey – and their long and painful journey to rebuild their once happy family.[2]

Cast and characters

Lead cast
  • Renz Valerio as Justin Santos[3]
  • Bianca Umali as Feline "Faye" Santos
  • Kimberly Faye Fulgar as Sunshine "Shine" Santos
  • Hershey Garcia as Charity "Cha" Santos
  • Miko Zarsadias as Michael "Mickey" Santos[4]
Supporting cast
Guest cast

Development

The television series is an adaptation of Agustin dela Cruz's film Mga Basang Sisiw. Produced and released by BSH Films in 1981, the film stars Julie Vega, Janice de Belen, Cheche Perez de Tagle, Sheryl Cruz, Niño Muhlach and Helen Vela.[8]

In April 2013, GMA Network announced that they would adapt Mga Basang Sisiw into a soap opera, posing the theme: "No matter how bad life seems, someone always shares and understands one's confinement in such a desperate state." Head writer Richard Cruz enhanced the original plot by adding twists, subplots and additional characters. The series was executive produced by Kaye Atienza-Cadsawan and directed by Ricky Davao. The creative team was composed of Afternoon Prime Head, Roy Iglesias; Creative Consultant, Kit Villanueva Langit; Program Manager, Hazel F. Abonita; Headwriter, Richard Dode Cruz; writers, Luningning Ribay and Christine Novicio; and Brainstormers, Gilda Olvidado and Liberty Trinidad.[9]

Casting

The series features eleven regular speaking roles. The majority of the ensemble cast was assembled in March and April 2013. Lani Mercado and Raymond Bagatsing were the first two actors to be chosen. The role of Vicky Santa Maria was originally offered to LJ Reyes who declined, so it was given to Maxene Magalona – her first "anti-hero" role.[10] Magalona described her role as "super villain" and further stated "later in the series, it will be shown why my character is behaving that way, cold and cruel. [...] people will also sympathize with my character when they understand why she's acting that way."[11] Gardo Versoza, veteran actress Caridad Sanchez and Mike Tan were the last actors to be cast.[12] Tan described his role Rigor Manalastas as a "grey" character and "you either love him or hate him."[13]

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Mga Basang Sisiw earned a 13.5% rating.[14] The final episode scored a 15.3% rating.[15]

Accolades

Accolades received by Mga Basang Sisiw
YearAwardCategoryRecipientResultRef.
201327th PMPC Star Awards for TelevisionBest Daytime Drama SeriesMga Basang Sisiw[16]
2014ENPRESS Golden Screen TV AwardsOutstanding Adapted Drama Program[17]

References

  1. ^ "Mga Basang Sisiw (Full Episode) Stream Together - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved May 7, 2024.
  2. ^ "New afternoon soap". Manila Standard. June 2, 2013. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  3. ^ Garcia, Rose (June 5, 2013). "Kapuso teen star Renz Valerio admits crush on Star Magic talent Janella Salvador". PEP. Retrieved August 31, 2024.
  4. ^ "GMA launches young dramatic stars via Mga Basang Sisiw". SunStar. June 2, 2013. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  5. ^ Portillo, Samantha. "Maxene Magalona takes on her first kontrabida role in Agustin dela Cruz's Mga Basang Sisiw". GMA Network. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
  6. ^ Robles, Ava May (May 31, 2013). "Mike Tan denies being neglected by GMA-7". PEP. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
  7. ^ Mediodia, Eunicia (October 17, 2013). "Give me five featuring Miguel Tanfelix". GMA Network. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
  8. ^ "Abante News Online". Abante. June 2, 2013. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  9. ^ "Maxene Magalona maltreats young kids in Mga Basang Sisiw". PEP. June 3, 2013. Retrieved September 15, 2025.
  10. ^ Miralles, Nitz (May 17, 2013). "Blind item". Journal. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  11. ^ Bautista, Mario (May 31, 2013). "Maxene appreciates Bela's move". Journal. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  12. ^ Calderon, Nora (May 16, 2013). "Matapos sapawan ng eleksiyon, showbiz back to normal na". The Philippine Star. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
  13. ^ Llanes, Rommel R. (June 1, 2013). "Mike Tan on gay roles: "Hindi ko kaya, hindi ko pa kaya."". PEP. Retrieved September 15, 2025.
  14. ^ "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (June 3 to 6, 2013): Mga Basang Sisiw and Anna KareNina enter top rated programs on pilot episode". PEP. June 11, 2013. Retrieved September 15, 2025.
  15. ^ Santiago, B.A. (November 13, 2013). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (October 29 to November 3, 2013): Honesto consistently beats rival; GMA-7 shows top weekend primetime". PEP. Retrieved September 15, 2025.
  16. ^ "ABS-CBN dominates nominations for 27th Star Awards for Television". PEP. November 8, 2013. Retrieved August 31, 2024.
  17. ^ Calderon, Ricky (February 12, 2014). "Golden Screen TV Awards nominees revealed; German Moreno will receive Gawad Dolphy Lifetime Achievement Award". PEP. Retrieved September 15, 2025.