MMK shares success story of ABS-CBN news anchor“Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK) will share the inspiring life story of “TV Patrol Southern Tagalog’s” news anchor Joan Panopio this Saturday (October 5) in celebration of ABS-CBN's 60th anniversary. Discover how a poor but highly spirited girl from Batangas, who grew up being criticized because of her physical appearance and economic status, fought for her dream of becoming the next Korina Sanchez.

Kapamilya actress Yen Santos will portray Joan in the upcoming “MMK” episode directed by Nick Olanka. Together with Yen this Saturday are Nonie Buencamino, Kiko Estrada, Jobelle Salvador, Veyda Innoval, Alyanna Angeles, Claire Ruiz, Laiza Comia, and RJ Ledesma.

The story was researched by Akeem Jordan del Rosario and written by Joan Habana. Celebrate the greatness of one’s dream to become a full-fledged Kapamilya and don’t miss the special “Maalaala Mo Kaya” episode this Saturday, after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to mmk.abs-cbn.com, follow MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial. (Story/Photo by Aaron Domingo)