Palimos ng Pag-ibig (International title: Begging for Love) is a 2007 Philippine television drama series broadcast by ABS-CBN. Based of a 1986 Philippine film of the same title, the series is the first instalment of Sineserye Presents. Directed by Wenn Deramas and Andoy Ranay, it stars Kristine Hermosa, Diether Ocampo and Rica Peralejo. It aired on the network's Primetime Bida line up and worldwide on TFC from March 5 to April 20, 2007, and was replaced by Hiram na Mukha.

Origin

Comics

Palimos ng Pag-ibig was first serialized in Komiks before it was translated to the big screen. It was created and written by Nerissa Cabral.

1986 film

The comic was adapted into a film in 1986 under Viva Films. It starred Vilma Santos as Fina, Dina Bonnevie as Ditas and Edu Manzano as Rodel.

Plot

Ditas (Kristine Hermosa) is a surrogate mother who is struggling financially. She makes a living by selling her babies to the highest bidder, a lucrative job that is problem-free until a well-to-do couple approaches her one day. The couple, Rodel (Diether Ocampo) and Fina (Rica Peralejo), are young, attractive, and rich. Both Rodel and Fina are eager to start a family; however, Fina has a medical condition that prevents her from bearing children. When they hear rumors about a certain surrogate mother who happens to be Ditas, the couple sees an opportunity to finally fill the void in their lives. Problems arise when Rodel perceives qualities in Ditas that he deems his wife is lacking. Soon the casual business deal becomes entangled and a more intimate relationship develops between Rodel and Ditas. Now Fina must do everything to make the family whole again even if that means having to beg Rodel for his once undivided love and affection.

Cast and characters

Main cast

Supporting cast