'Katipunan' Character Profiles

Published October 14, 2013 11:41am

Andres Bonifacio

Known as the “Father of the Philippine Revolution,” Andres Bonifacio is the patriot behind the formation of the Katipunan. Orphaned at a young age (14), he had to stop formal education in order to support his five younger siblings. He and a few others formed the Katipunan in Calle Azcarraga after the disbandment of Dr. Jose Rizal’s La Liga Filipina.

He is often depicted as a rash, violent and uneducated man, but historians say that Andres Bonifacio is actually idealistic and highly-principled. His love for the country led him to form a revolutionary society that sought independence from Spain.

Though unable to attend regular schooling, Bonifacio self-studied and regularly read books like Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo.

The GMA-7 historical drama series “Katipunan” will dig deeper into the life of the Supremo, one of the most crucial figures in our nation’s history.

Sid Lucero is an award-winning actor who previously played the lead roles in GMA-7 television dramas “Amaya” and “Legacy”.

Gregoria de Jesus

Known as the lakambini or the muse of the Katipunan, Gregoria de Jesus played a crucial role in the success of a male-dominated secret society.

Gregoria came from a middle-class family. She was barely 18 years old when she met Andres Bonifacio, a 29-year-old widower working as a storehouse worker. Several men have been captured by Gregoria’s charm, but it was only Bonifacio who captured her heart.

Though her parents disapproved of the relationship, Gregoria fought for the love she felt for Andres — just like how they both fought for the country when a secret revolutionary society was established.

Gregoria, considered a heroine of the Philippine Revolution, served as the vice president of the women’s chapter of Katipunan.

Glaiza de Castro previously played lead roles in GMA-7 dramas “Grazilda” and “Temptation of Wife.”

Padre Villalon

No one in San Mateo town knew where the new parish priest came from. Some say Padre Villalon fought for Spain in Cuba, while others say he is a war veteran from Spain. But there was one thing they were sure of: Padre Villalon should be feared, for he is an ally of the colonizers.

A newcomer in the province, Padre Villalon firmly implemented the Spanish rules and laws to the indios, whom he believes are good-for-nothing slaves.

Roi Vinzon plays the fictional character Padre Villalon in "Katipunan". Vinzon portrayed a pivotal role in the GMA-7 breakthrough teleserye “My Husband’s Lover” and is also known for his villain roles in films during the 80s and 90s.

Sebastian

Sebastian, who serves as a sacristan at a church in San Mateo, was orphaned at a young age. He grew up with his uncle and his cousin Pacquing. Like other indios, he could not attend school because of poverty, but Sebastian was determined to make his dreams come true.

Together with his cousin Pacquing, he will face life and the challenges brought by the abusive Spaniards.

Benjamin Alves plays the fictional character Sebastian in "Katipunan". He is an actor and model who previously played a lead role in the GMA-7 remake of the Korean drama “Coffee Prince”. He also starred in the 2012 horror movie “Guni-guni”.

Pacquing

Pacquing, unlike his cousin Sebastian, is not comfortable with the church and the friars. He never attended masses or believed in what the friars say. When Sebastian has sacristan duties, he would only wait outside the church until his cousin is finished.

Pacquing is angered by the death of his childhood friend, Teresa. Everybody knows what happened to her, but only Pacquing had dared to seek justice for his friend.

Dominic Roco portrays the fictional character Pacquing in "Katipunan". He appeared in GMA-7 shows “Legacy”, “Broken Vow,” “Makapiling Kang Muli” and “Indio”. He has also showcased the range of his acting in movies like “Shake, Rattle and Roll IX” and Cinemalaya’s “Ang Nawawala.”

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