After a season breaker under the name Kwentuhan Tayo, Pepito Manaloto returns with a prequel called Ang Unang Kuwento.

Bubble Gang mainstay Sef Cadayona will portray the young version of the titular role, along with Mikee Quintos as the young version of Elsa. Michael V. and Manilyn Reynes will remain as narrators. This marks Sef's first leading role after a string of supporting roles.

The prequel is set during Pepito's teenage years in a barangay in Caniogan, Bulacan. Viewers will get to know the love life of Pepito and Elsa, as well as the early lives and traits of Pepito's family and friends. The family values still remains intact. The ongoing pandemic prompted Michael V. to temporary end the show's 8-year season and launch another one with a broader perspective. The season breaker served as a warm-up to the prequel.

Joining the powerhouse cast of the prequel are Kokoy de Santos as Patrick (John Feir), Archie Alemania as Pepito's father Benny (Bembol Roco), Pokwang as Benny's sweetheart Tarsing, Gladys Reyes as Patrick's mother Rosa (Dexter Doria), EA Guzman as Patrick's brother Nando (Emilio Garcia), Kristoffer Martin as Wendell (Neil Ryan Sese), Denise Barbacena as Elma (Dawn Zulueta), Jay Arcilla as Eric (John Estrada) and Angel Guardian as Beth (Isabel Granada). Bert de Leon remains as its director.

With Pepito Manaloto staying strong on its 12th year, one can only hope that Ang Unang Kwento will be enjoyed as much as the previous seasons. It will be a challenge as well for the cast to portray the younger versions of the show's characters. A time capsule awaits viewers come Saturday.

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