Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita (1998): Cast & Plot
Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita is a 1998 romantic drama directed by Wenn V. Deramas, starring Claudine Barretto as Mela, Diether Ocampo and Rico Yan. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 50m (110 min)
- Director
- Wenn V. Deramas
- Original language
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Tagalog - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita About?
The premise of Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A straight‑laced college student and the campus’s notorious bad girl surprise everyone by revealing they are dating. As rumors spread, the pair face a series of misunderstandings and heated arguments, forcing them to confront their differences. Through these challenges they discover that genuine, lasting love requires much more than mere physical attraction.
Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita Cast & Characters
Claudine Barretto leads the cast as Mela, with Diether Ocampo as Ryan and Rico Yan as Miguel. Directed by Wenn V. Deramas; 16 actors are credited in all.
- Director Wenn V. Deramas
- Claudine Barretto as Mela
- Diether Ocampo as Ryan
- Rico Yan as Miguel
- Lailani Navarro as Cory
Also Starring in Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita
· 12 more- Jaclyn Jose Tita Myrna
- Marita Zobel Ryan's Mother
- Lui Villaruz Bobby
- Princess Punzalan Adviser - Discipline Committee
- CJ Tolentino Paolo
- Farrah Florer Miguel's Sister in Law
- Lito Legaspi Ryan's Father
- Isabel Rivas Mrs. Suzanne Quirino
- Jan Marini Jam
- Donnie Fernandez Manny
- Rad Domiguez Jonas
- Dino Banzon Ryan's Friend
More from Wenn V. Deramas
More films directed by Wenn V. Deramas, best-rated first: Everybody Loves Baby Wendy, Wang Fam, The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin and Moron 5.2: The Transformation.
Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita Plot Summary
What happens in Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Mela is known as a “Bad Girl” on campus, but beneath her bold exterior lies a sensitive and vulnerable soul. She carries a painful past: her mother died young, and her father spiraled into alcohol, turning harsh and abusive. To find safety, she runs away to live with a kind-hearted aunt who, despite being a mistress, remains loving and supportive. This turbulent history helps explain why Mela constantly seeks acceptance and validation through her relationships with different men, hoping each connection will fill a lingering emptiness.
Full summary
The whole story of Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita, scene by scene
Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita.
How Well Do You Know Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the main female protagonist known as a "Bad Girl" on campus?
Cars in Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita
10 cars on screen, including the 1973 Volkswagen 1303 Cabriolet Typ 1 and the BMW 3 E36.
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1973 Volkswagen 1303 Cabriolet Typ 1 Main role -
BMW 3 E36 Important role -
1996 Honda Civic Important role -
1993 Mazda 323 Minor role
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Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita?
Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).
When was Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita released?
Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita was released on June 28, 1998.
Who directed Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita?
Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita was directed by Wenn V. Deramas.
More films by Wenn V. Deramas Who is in the cast of Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita?
Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita stars Claudine Barretto as Mela, Diether Ocampo as Ryan and Rico Yan as Miguel, among 16 credited actors.
Does Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita have a post-credit scene?
No. Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita in?
The original language of Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita is Tagalog.
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