Claudine Barretto Joining Santino in May Bukas Pa

After months of taking a break, actress Claudine Barretto is back on doing television series. The actress is joining the cast of ABS-CBN's hit television series "May Bukas Pa." Dubbed as the “Optimum Teleserye Queen,” Barretto will play the character of Julia, a woman who carries bitterness in her heart. Julia’s life will change after she meets miracle boy Santino (Zaijian Jaranilla). The actress, a self-confessed avid viewer of "May Bukas Pa," said she immediately accepted the role when it was offered to her. "I love the program and I adore Santino. Kaya I'm so excited to be working with Santino and the whole cast,” said Barretto. Her first shooting day will begin on Thursday.

Its cast includes Dina Bonnevie, Albert Martinez, Precious Lara Quigaman, Ogie Diaz, Tuesday Vargas, Tonton Gutierrez, Desiree del Valle, Dominic Ochoa, Lito Pimentel, Maja Salvador, Victor Basa, Rayver Cruz, Jaime Fabregas, Lito Pimentel and Ruben Gonzaga.

When he was just a baby, Santino (Zaijan Jaranilla) was abandoned by his mother in a monastery. Santino was raised by the caring priests Father Anthony (Jaime Fabregas), Father Jose (Dominic Ochoa), and Father Ringo (Lito Pimentel). As a young boy, Santino will find a friend in a mysterious person named “Bro” who will help him change the lives of the people in their town. May Bukas Pa is a story that is set to open the eyes of viewers that there will always be hope amidst trials and difficulties. Miracles don’t just fall from heaven but comes to those who keep their faith.

"May Bukas Pa" airs weeknights after “TV Patrol World.”