Paraiso (Philippine TV series)

Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Paraiso (lit. 'Paradise') is a 2012 Philippine drama television series under Precious Hearts Romances based on pocketbook novel Isla Sanctuario created by Dawn Igloria, and directed by Connie Macatuno, Nico Hernandez, and Rechie A. Del Carmen. The series stars Jessy Mendiola, Matteo Guidicelli, Jewel Mische, Matt Evans, and Denise Laurel. It is the 18th installment of the series. The series premiered on ABS-CBN's Kapamilya Gold afternoon block and worldwide on The Filipino Channel from November 5, 2012 to April 5, 2013, replacing Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Pintada and was replaced by Dugong Buhay.

Production
The TV Series began production in April 2012, trailers were shown on July 1, 2012 on its ABS-CBN account of its second quarter of new TV Drama Programs. The TV Series was named Isla (Island), and on October 18, 2012 the title confirmed to a new name Paraiso (Paradise). The series marks the first team up of Matteo Guidicelli and Jessy Mendiola, it is also Jewel Mische's first teleserye lead role in ABS-CBN. Denise Laurel, who previously starred on its predecessor Pintada, also joined the cast in the middle of the series as the main antagonist.

Plot
Paraiso tells the story of two strangers, Brennan and Yanie, who get stranded on an island after their ship gets wrecked. Romance blooms between them as they spend time alone on the island, but the two strangers are not without their respective baggage from the "real world". Brennan is married to his dedicated wife Megan, while Yanie's childhood best friend Justin has untold feelings for the young woman. The romance that grows between Yanie and Brennan will set off a series of twists and conflicts after the two gets back to their own lives in Manila.

Main cast

 * Jessy Mendiola as Maryann "Yanie" Alipio-Galang
 * Matteo Guidicelli as Brennan Galang
 * Jewel Mische as Meagan Villareal-Gonzales
 * Matt Evans as Justin Abar
 * Denise Laurel as Cassandra Romano

Recurring cast

 * Juan Rodrigo as Rodolfo Galang
 * Evangeline Pascual as Edith Zarate
 * Bodjie Pascua as Lito Alipio
 * Angel Jacob as Emma Villareal
 * Ina Feleo as Amanda Galang
 * Arron Villaflor as Sonny Alipio
 * Dionne Monsanto as Julianna Galang
 * Guji Lorenzana as Eric Gonzales
 * Pamu Pamorada as Myla Lumbao
 * Justin Cuyugan as Steve Uy
 * Alex Castro as Albert Ramirez
 * Kathleen Hermosa as Beth
 * Maliksi Morales as Jojo
 * Idda Yaneza as Seling
 * Hiyasmin Neri as Abby
 * Gary Lim as Norman
 * Shey Bustamante as Nicole
 * Wendy Tabusalla as Alice
 * Jessica Connelly as Josette
 * Paco Evangelista as George
 * Kazel Kinouchi as Rhoda
 * Macky Billiones as Thirdy

Special participation

 * Ces Quesada as Apolonia "Poleng" Alipio
 * Marissa Sanchez as Cristina Cosme
 * Manuel Chua as Gary Versoza
 * Jason Abalos as Daniel (final episode)