Gina Alajar

Acting

Gina Alajar

Born June 28, 1959 · Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines (age 67)

Regina Liguid Alatiit, known professionally as Gina Alajar, is a Filipino film and television actress and director. One of the most awarded actresses in Philippine cinema, she has won the Philippine movie grand slam, receiving several Best Actress or Best Supporting Actress wins at FAMAS, Gawad Urian, and Luna Awards.

Known For

Love, NgoLove, Ngo · 2026
Love, Ngo
9.02026
MovieComedy
“Love, Ngo” follows Ngongo, a hardworking young man who volunteers at a cleft lip and palate foundation while helping at his mother’s burger stand. The film explores his struggles with love, family and self-acceptance after falling for a woman whose family disapproves of his condition and social status.
CircaCirca · 2019
Circa
2019
MovieDrama
Doña Atang, a once celebrated film producer from the earlier years of Filipino cinema, celebrates her one hundredth birthday. For her wish, she wants a reunion with all the actors and staff that she has worked with in the past. She is also looking for an unfinished film from one of her directors. Her grandson Michael decides to take the task of finding them. As he does, we remember the glorious years of cinema from its workers–fragments of a colorful past filled with faded memories.
Call My Manager: Pilot EpisodesCall My Manager: Pilot Episodes · 2025
Call My Manager: Pilot Episodes
2025
MovieComedy
Amid the cutthroat world of showbiz, a team of talent agents juggles celebrity egos, industry politics, and personal ambitions — revealing the chaos behind the spotlight. A film cut of the two episodes of Call My Manager.
Campus GirlsCampus Girls · 1995
Campus Girls
10.01995
MovieDramaComedy
Four girls began college together. Along with this new phase in their lives also came major change which almost ruined their friendship.
Manila by NightManila by Night · 1980
Manila by Night
7.21980
MovieDrama
The hidden nightlife of ordinary people living in Manila unveils. Lovers and families conflict with each other as they live on the streets, which are rampant with drugs and prostitution.
DesperadasDesperadas · 2007
Desperadas
2007
MovieComedyRomance
The story is about four beautiful half-sisters - Isabella, Courtney, Stephanie and Patricia - who have problems in their personal life. Isabella has issues with commitment, Stephanie is having problems with her husband Richard, Courtney's boyfriend Patrick becomes a Born again Christian and Patricia publishes her new sex book much to the dismay of her husband who's having trouble with their relationship as a couple.
Devil WomanDevil Woman · 1970
Devil Woman
1970
Movie
I ConfessI Confess · 1981
I Confess
7.01981
MovieDrama
An unfaithful wife makes a true confession of her transgressions.

Movies

Love, NgoLove, Ngo · 2026
Love, Ngo
9.02026
MovieComedy
“Love, Ngo” follows Ngongo, a hardworking young man who volunteers at a cleft lip and palate foundation while helping at his mother’s burger stand. The film explores his struggles with love, family and self-acceptance after falling for a woman whose family disapproves of his condition and social status.
CircaCirca · 2019
Circa
2019
MovieDrama
Doña Atang, a once celebrated film producer from the earlier years of Filipino cinema, celebrates her one hundredth birthday. For her wish, she wants a reunion with all the actors and staff that she has worked with in the past. She is also looking for an unfinished film from one of her directors. Her grandson Michael decides to take the task of finding them. As he does, we remember the glorious years of cinema from its workers–fragments of a colorful past filled with faded memories.
Call My Manager: Pilot EpisodesCall My Manager: Pilot Episodes · 2025
Call My Manager: Pilot Episodes
2025
MovieComedy
Amid the cutthroat world of showbiz, a team of talent agents juggles celebrity egos, industry politics, and personal ambitions — revealing the chaos behind the spotlight. A film cut of the two episodes of Call My Manager.
Campus GirlsCampus Girls · 1995
Campus Girls
10.01995
MovieDramaComedy
Four girls began college together. Along with this new phase in their lives also came major change which almost ruined their friendship.
Manila by NightManila by Night · 1980
Manila by Night
7.21980
MovieDrama
The hidden nightlife of ordinary people living in Manila unveils. Lovers and families conflict with each other as they live on the streets, which are rampant with drugs and prostitution.
DesperadasDesperadas · 2007
Desperadas
2007
MovieComedyRomance
The story is about four beautiful half-sisters - Isabella, Courtney, Stephanie and Patricia - who have problems in their personal life. Isabella has issues with commitment, Stephanie is having problems with her husband Richard, Courtney's boyfriend Patrick becomes a Born again Christian and Patricia publishes her new sex book much to the dismay of her husband who's having trouble with their relationship as a couple.
Devil WomanDevil Woman · 1970
Devil Woman
1970
Movie
I ConfessI Confess · 1981
I Confess
7.01981
MovieDrama
An unfaithful wife makes a true confession of her transgressions.
Magic of the UniverseMagic of the Universe · 1987
Magic of the Universe
6.01987
MovieHorrorFantasy
Good-hearted circus magician Jamir accidentally causes his daughter to disappear. Jamir has to venture into a dangerous alternate dimension in order to rescue his wife, daughter and oafish chubby kid assistant from the vile clutches of evil, ugly, powerful witch Mikula and her grotesque army of freakish animal people minions.
Batang West SideBatang West Side · 2001
Batang West Side
7.62001
MovieDramaCrime
When a Filipino teen is found fatally shot on the streets of New Jersey, the investigation into his death reveals the struggles of the Filipino-American community, including the horrifying effects of methamphetamine on its youth.
Ang Agimat: Anting-anting ni LoloAng Agimat: Anting-anting ni Lolo · 2002
Ang Agimat: Anting-anting ni Lolo
6.52002
MovieFamilyAction
Pao is a young schoolboy who inherits an amulet from his grandfather. butt before he can use its power, he must first past three formidable test to prove his strength and determination. After passing the two test , Pao comes face to face with Paolo his grown-up alter-ego and battles him in a difficult duel. Although bruised and weak Pao still manages to pass the last test. With the power of the amulet no on his side Pao must fight the evil creatures led by Queen Manananggal, Evil Queen and Ancient Evil. Together Pao and Paolo must ruin these evil beings' plan of destroying mankind.
This Is My CountryThis Is My Country · 1984
This Is My Country
7.21984
MovieCrimeDrama
A laborer gets money for his wife's pregnancy from his boss on the condition that he will not join the union.
Dark Is the NightDark Is the Night · 2018
Dark Is the Night
2018
MovieDrama
Filipino director Adolfo Alix Jr. returns to the Festival with this timely story of a couple caught up in Rodrigo Duterte’s violent war on drugs when their son goes missing.
The Last Virgin on EarthThe Last Virgin on Earth · 2003
The Last Virgin on Earth
5.82003
MovieDrama
A priest visits a small seaside town. Miling a former nun who now teaches catechism on the island thinks that father Emman is the priest she sent for. She believes that a priest would help revive the townspeople's faith in God by putting up bars and girly joints.
Singsing Ni LolaSingsing Ni Lola · 2002
Singsing Ni Lola
8.02002
MovieFamilyFantasy
The curse was cast by Dona Guada on the family of GLORIA ROMERO -- any female born to the family will die on the day they turned 18. Gloria Romero as lola possessed a magical ring that is being guarded by a mysterious and furious cat. However, the ring was misplaced and Gina Alajar, as the sacrificing mother, will do everything to save her daughter, Maxene Magalona, from a mysterious and thrilling ailment. The quest for the ring and the feline that guards it creates a mysterious and thrilling theme throughout the movie. The cast is also joined by Allan K as the naive security guard who is later on possessed by thje feline and Aiza Seguerra as the media person who unravels the mystery behind lola's ring, and the cat that oversees the jewel.
Wonder DabianaWonder Dabiana · 1978
Wonder Dabiana
1978
Movie
In this age of Aquarius, man's frontier is on the land of fantasy, a trip to wonders of make-believe "WONDER DABIANA" will take you to Shangrila where she encounters the walking zombies and the thirsty blood-sucking vampires. See the new CECILLE IÑIGO do her wonders on the screen as the mighty, wonder woman.
Sige... Hataw Mo!Sige... Hataw Mo! · 1994
Sige... Hataw Mo!
4.51994
MovieComedy
Universal Motion, "the hottest song-and-dance group to ever hit the Philippine scene," plays a group of young boys who are discovered, brought to Manila, have adventures and romance and get to strut their stuff and win fame and fortune.
NakawNakaw · 2017
Nakaw
2017
MovieHorrorMystery
Mental hospital patients mysteriously dies one by one.
José RizalJosé Rizal · 1998
José Rizal
9.01998
MovieDramaHistory
Accused of treason, Dr. Jose P. Rizal awaits trial and meets with his colonial government-appointed counsel, Luis Taviel de Andrade. The two build the case and arguments for the defense as significant events in the central figure's life prior to his incarceration unfold. Upon hearing Rizal's life story, Taviel begins to realize that the accused not just is innocent but exhibits in fact all the qualities of an extraordinary man. When the mock trial unreels, Taviel is all set to act as the prime advocate for his client as Rizal himself is about to give an earth-moving speech to defend his honor and address his countrymen. Meanwhile, the Spanish authorities have worked out the vast political machinery to ensure a guilty verdict. A revolution waits in the wings.
PastorPastor · 2017
Pastor
2017
MovieDrama
Pastor Luis Aguila and his family are seemingly tested with their faith. Luis is an ex-convinct who is now the head of his church. Mildred, his wife, tries to hide her secret as she grapples between her family and church duties. Their youngest son Carlo wrestles with growing up and tying up his family together. All of them try to overcome these obstacles but things intensify when Pastor Aguila's daughter, Katrina defies her family when she falls in love with the mysterious Jigo.
High School ScandalHigh School Scandal · 1981
High School Scandal
9.01981
MovieDrama
When they were about to graduate from high school... just after their junior-senior prom, trouble exploded!
All About LoveAll About Love · 2006
All About Love
6.02006
MovieRomance
Kikay and Kiko grew up together in the province and built a strong friendship. But Kikay has to leave her best friend to live and study in Manila. She tries to fit in her new environment in the city but she ends up being abused by the people she thought as her new friends. Kikay returns to the province with a wounded self-esteem. There, she realizes how much Kiko loves her. Feeling unworthy of his love, Kikay drives Kiko away. But will she ever find the courage to come face to face with her own problems and admit her love for him?
Araw-Araw, Gabi-GabiAraw-Araw, Gabi-Gabi · 1975
Araw-Araw, Gabi-Gabi
7.01975
MovieDrama
The GraduatesThe Graduates · 1986
The Graduates
7.51986
MovieComedyRomance
Follows a group of young adults as they navigate life after college.

TV Shows

Magkaibang MundoMagkaibang Mundo · 2016
Magkaibang Mundo
2016
SeriesDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
The Half SistersThe Half Sisters · 2014
The Half Sisters
2014
SeriesCrimeDrama
The Half-Sisters is a family drama.
YagitYagit · 2014
Yagit
2014
SeriesDrama
Prima DonnasPrima Donnas · 2019
Prima Donnas
9.02019
SeriesDramaFamily
Married couple Jaime (Wendell Ramos), the sole inheritor to the affluent Claveria Group of Companies, and Maita (Glaiza de Castro), having trouble starting their family, hire Lilian (Katrina Halili), daughter of their most trusted house helper, to be their surrogate. Lilian accepts, and later she gives birth to three beautiful girls.
Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan KaHindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka · 2018
Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka
2018
SeriesDrama
MajikaMajika · 2006
Majika
2006
SeriesSci-Fi & FantasyDrama
Majika is a Filipino fantasy-themed television series about wizards, known as Salamangka, that inhabit the world of Saladin, where magic is the way of life. The series was produced by GMA Network. It first aired on March 20, 2006 and officially ended on September 29, 2006. The cast was led by Dennis Trillo as Argo & Angel Locsin as Sabina. The series was successfully aired worldwide, with a three-week delay on GMA Pinoy TV.
Family Feud PhilippinesFamily Feud Philippines · 2022
Family Feud Philippines
2022
Series
GMA presents the famous game show from America that has been played all over the world and is now in the Philippines, this is Family Feud.
Reel Love Presents Tween HeartsReel Love Presents Tween Hearts · 2010
Reel Love Presents Tween Hearts
9.02010
SeriesDrama
Reel Love: Tween Hearts is a Filipino youth-oriented series created by Kit Villanueva – Langit, under the direction of Gina Alajar and produced by GMA Network. It features the network's homegrown tween stars headed by Barbie Forteza, Joshua Dionisio, Bea Binene and Jake Vargas. The series premiered September 26, 2010. The show has been extend three times and now on its fourth season. Over its course, the cast has been growing and extending compared to the original main cast. Originally slated to air for just 8 episodes, the series was awarded several extensions after its successive victory on the ratings game. It remains to be the No. 1 and most preferred youth-oriented drama of the viewers, consistently defeating the four counterpart programs of its competition in television ratings. The series follows the lives and loves of a close-knit group of teenagers through the fictional Westridge high school. The series' universal theme for all ages transcended into tackling more complicated issues, complex character dynamics and exciting tandems – from first loves to first heartbreaks, from "fitting in" to peer pressure, from bullying to how broken marriage affects the teens. The series concluded on June 10, 2012, with 87 episodes all in all. It replaced by Together Forever, another teen drama on its timeslot.
ValienteValiente · 2012
Valiente
2012
SeriesDrama
Valiente is a Philippine drama television series, aired and broadcast on TV5. It is the remake of the 5-year original epic drama of the same name that tells the story of love, hatred, vengeance and friendship. It returns with a cast led by JC de Vera, Oyo Boy Sotto, Niña Jose, Nadine Samonte, Jaclyn Jose and Michael de Mesa. It is written by Phil M. Noble from the original story of highly acclaimed writer Gina Marissa Tagasa and is directed by multi-awarded film and television director Joel Lamangan. It is produced by Archangel Productions and TAPE Inc. and aired on February 13, 2012, after Wiltime Bigtime. It recounts the epic tale of two families whose lives are intertwined by their desire to claim what they believe is rightfully theirs. Gardo and Theo from the two conflicting families of Valiente and Braganza; are two men who used to be best of friends but came to be mortal enemies brought by the ambitious Donya Trining and how will she use her wealth and power in manipulating the life of Gardo Valiente, the real Braganza.
OnanayOnanay · 2018
Onanay
3.32018
SeriesDramaFamily
Sisters Maila and Natalie have different approach to their mother, Onay who has Achondroplasia. Maila is a nice and attentive daughter, while Nataile is arrogant and disobedient. Besides their different upbringing, they have a different father as well.
AmayaAmaya · 2011
Amaya
9.52011
SeriesDrama
Amaya, born in the reign of Rajah Mangubat and as the daughter Datu Bugna. A "binukot" - a hidden princess and forbidden to step on ground. Born with a twin snake, a secret hidden by his father to keep her away from danger. Due to having a twin snake, her destiny is to become the savior of her land against Rajah Mangubat.
Asian TreasuresAsian Treasures · 2007
Asian Treasures
6.02007
SeriesMystery
Asian Treasures is an action-adventure Philippine drama aired and produced by GMA Network starred by Angel Locsin and Robin Padilla, and was directed by Eric Quizon. This show is all about Asian History. It was the first Philippine drama shot in multiple countries such as Mongolia, Thailand and China. Its pilot episode, which garnered a 41.8% rating, aired on January 15, 2007. It was the most expensive TV series ever produced in the Philippine television costing more than 140 million pesos, roughly 3.1 million dollars, but is now outbeated by Amaya as the most expensive series ever.
Start-Up PHStart-Up PH · 2022
Start-Up PH
8.02022
SeriesDramaComedy
A compelling and heartwarming tale of how people dream and struggle in a cutthroat tech industry. Tristan Hernandez, an intelligent, independent, and self-made investor whose success is made out of trials and a difficult past, who crosses paths with Danica Sison, a quirky dreamer with a dogged determination to prove herself and to pursue her goal of becoming a CEO of her own company.
Vietnam RoseVietnam Rose · 2005
Vietnam Rose
7.02005
SeriesDrama
Vietnam Rose is a television series that was aired on the Philippine station, ABS-CBN.
UnforgettableUnforgettable · 2013
Unforgettable
2013
SeriesDrama
Unforgettable is a Filipino romantic fantasy drama series created by Agnes Gagelonia-Uligan and produced by GMA Network. The series premiered on February 25, 2013, replacing Yesterday's Bride on the network's coveted Afternoon Prime block and February 27, 2013 worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV. It concluded its fourteen weeks run on May 31, 2013 with the total of sixty-seven episodes, and replaced by Mga Basang Sisiw on its timeslot. It is executive produced by Darling Pulido Torres. The series is under the direction of Gina Alajar and headlines Kylie Padilla, Mark Herras, Benjamin Alves, Pauleen Luna, Polo Ravales and Phillip Salvador. The series tells the story of ill-fated lover, Anna and Ed and their undying love for each other which will prove how love lives beyond death.
Replacing Chef ChicoReplacing Chef Chico · 2023
Replacing Chef Chico
7.02023
SeriesDrama
When a head chef falls into a coma, it's up to his devoted sous-chef to keep their Filipino fine dining restaurant from closing down.
ImpostoraImpostora · 2017
Impostora
6.02017
SeriesCrimeDrama
Magdalena: Anghel sa PutikanMagdalena: Anghel sa Putikan · 2012
Magdalena: Anghel sa Putikan
2012
SeriesDrama
Magdalena: Anghel sa Putikan is a Filipino drama series created by RJ Nuevas and developed by Agnes Gagelonia-Uligan, directed by Gina Alajar and produced by GMA Network. It banners Bela Padilla in the title role, with Dion Ignacio as her leading man, Ryan Eigenmann and Pauleen Luna as the main antagonists. The series premiered on October 8, 2012 on GMA Afternoon Prime block replacing Faithfully and October 10, 2012 worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV. The series is also part of the networks set of shows for the last quarter of 2012, along with Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga and Yesterday's Bride. Based on Nuevas' comics novel, Kukulayan Ko Ang Langit, the series follows the ill-fated life story of Lena, a provincial lass who has been conned by a rich-looking Manila boy into joining him to the city of her mother’s fantasy. She sets foot on the big, bad city and is quickly transformed into prostitute. The series ended on January 18, 2013. It ran for 15 weeks with a total of 75 episodes to be replacing by Forever on January 21, 2013.
Hiram na PusoHiram na Puso · 2012
Hiram na Puso
2012
SeriesDrama
Hiram na Puso or A Change of Heart is a Filipino drama series created and written by Suzette Doctolero, under the directions of Andoy Ranay and Roderick Lindayag, and produced by GMA Network. The series features Kris Bernal and Gina Alajar as the main protagonists, with Mark Herras, Bela Padilla, Polo Ravales, Gardo Versoza and Ayen Munyi-Laurel. The series premiered March 5, 2012 replacing Kokak on GMA Afternoon Prime and March 7, 2012 worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV. The story centers on the lives of Zeny and her daughter Lira. In the story, Zeny is a loving and protective mother who takes all risks to save her daughter from death only to be abandoned by the same daughter after she literally had a change of heart. Soon, Zeny realizes that this is the dire consequence of one irreversible mistake she committed in the past. This series catches positive feedback, both from the audience and critics, because of its no protagonist-no antagonist concept and edgy and intriguing storyline. Viewers also praises the casts' good acting, particularly Gina Alajar, Kris Bernal and Ayen Laurel. The series concluded on July 6, 2012. It ran 18 weeks with 88 episodes overall. It replaced by Hindi Ka Na Mag-iisa in the same timeslot.
Villa QuintanaVilla Quintana · 2013
Villa Quintana
2013
SeriesDrama
Villa Quintana is a Filipino drama series produced by VIVA Television and GMA Network top-billed Keempee de Leon and Donna Cruz in the lead characters. The series is derived from William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. The drama depicts the tragic love story of a young couple from different social classes.
Destiny RoseDestiny Rose · 2015
Destiny Rose
2015
SeriesDrama
Joey Flores-Vergara, a woman trapped in a man's body who dreams and hoped to be the best for his parents. He struggle in life yet continue to be patient and understanding. Joey becomes a stronger person in her new life as Destiny Rose, as he faces more challenges in his journey to becoming a renowned writer and a full-fledged woman.
Temptation of WifeTemptation of Wife · 2012
Temptation of Wife
2012
SeriesDrama
Temptation of Wife is a Filipino drama series developed by Richard Cruz, which premiered on GMA Network on October 29, 2012 in GMA Telebabad block, replacing Luna Blanca, and October 30, 2012 worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV. The series is a remake of 2008 South Korean hit drama series of the same title. It banners Marian Rivera, Dennis Trillo, Glaiza de Castro and Rafael Rosell as the four main characters of the series. It is under the helm of Dominic Zapata. The show is part of the network's line-up of primetime shows for the last quarter of 2012, along with Aso ni San Roque, Pahiram ng Sandali and Paroa: Ang Kuwento ni Mariposa. The series concluded on April 5, 2013 and replacing by Love & Lies on its timeslot. The show ran for twenty three weeks with 113 episodes. Starting September 2, 2013, it currently re-airs on GMA Life TV worldwide.
Anna KareninaAnna Karenina · 2013
Anna Karenina
2013
SeriesDrama
Anna Karenina is a Filipino drama series created by RJ Nuevas and produced by GMA Network. It premiered on June 3, 2013 on GMA Telebabad block, replacing Indio and June 4, 2013 worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV. The series concluded its sixteen-week run on October 25, 2013, with a total of 80 episodes, and replaced by Kahit Nasaan Ka Man on its timeslot. The series features Krystal Reyes, Barbie Forteza and Joyce Ching. It is based on the 1996 original television series of the same title under the production of Viva Television starring Antoinette Taus, Sunshine Dizon, Kim delos Santos and Tanya Garcia.
Luna BlancaLuna Blanca · 2012
Luna Blanca
2012
SeriesDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy