ABS-CBN's upcoming series title changed from 'Wildflower' to 'Cattleya'

Author: Reyma Buan-Deveza
Column: Entertainment

The name of ABS-CBN's upcoming television series starring Roxanne Guinoo has been changed from "Wildflower" to "Cattleya.

ABS-CBNNEWS.com learned that the original title of the series was "Wild Orchid" before it was changed to "Wildflower".

ABS-CBN Corporate Communication manager Lorelie Dionisio-Piravalasamy said the series' production team informed them of their decision to change the show's title.

However, there were no other details given as to what triggered the team to change the series' name.

The story of "Cattleya"

"Cattleya" revolves around the story of central character Lea Alegro (Roxanne Guinoo). It begins in the 80s, a time considered to be the peak of horse race betting.

Lea is the daughter of a gambling man named Dennis, (Nonie Buencamino), and his wife Marilyn (Desiree del Valle). Marilyn is actually in love with Mon (Isko Moreno).

When Lea contracts dengue, Dennis finds out that his daughter's blood type does not match his own nor that of Marilyn. This event triggers the changes in Lea's life.

When her mother dies, Lea is left alone in a girls' town. Lea blooms into a beautiful woman, and by herself she will search the truth about her life, her true love and her real self.

Lea's decision to go back to the horse race track would be the start of her long and winding journey of many discoveries and revelations.

Other stars included in the the series are Smokey Manaloto, Arlene Muhlach, Chokoleit, Sid Lucero, Carla Humphries, Erich Gonzales, Matteo Gaudicelli, Pen Medina Marc Abaya and Ara Mina.

The series had its first taping day on May 12th in Makati City.

"Cattleya" is directed by Andoy Ranay.

Source: ABS-CBN News