Kokey at Ako
A reporter and an alien seek their families amid an alien invasion plot.
Kokey at Ako (stylized as Kokey @ Ako, meaning "Kokey and Me") is a 2012 Philippine television drama series produced by ABS-CBN. It serves as a follow-up to the 2007 series *Kokey*, directed by Wenn V. Deramas, with Toni Gonzaga and Vhong Navarro in the lead roles. The show was part of ABS-CBN's Primetime Bida block and was broadcast on TFC worldwide from September 10 to December 7, 2012. It took over the timeslot of *Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo* and was later succeeded by *Aryana*.
The plot follows the alien Kokey and human reporter Jackie as they try to reunite with their respective families, all while facing a threat from the aliens of Planet Kukurikabu, who aim to wipe out humanity.
The main cast includes Toni Gonzaga as Jackie and Vhong Navarro as Bruce. Supporting roles are played by Gloria Romero as Barbara Reyes, Melai Cantiveros as Josa Reyes, Mickey Ferriols as Annie Reyes, Maricel Laxa-Pangilinan as Dianne Reyes, Christian Vasquez as Roland Reyes, Wendy Valdez as Lois Magsanoc, Mike Lloren as King Cone, Joy Viado as Bebot, Tess Antonio as Babet, Francis Magundayao as Belat, Empoy Marquez as Bubot, Debralis Velasote as Vangie, DJ Durano as Dr. DJ Caparas, Candy Pangilinan as Cynthia Caparas, Bugoy Cariño as Caloy, Macky Billiones as Niño, and Lyuji Fabular as Caloy's enemy. The extended cast includes Rubi-Rubi Esmaquel as Fifi, Jojit Lorenzo as Dick, Atak Araña as Atak, Eric Nicolas as Tom, Simon Ibarra as Jerry, Minco Fabregas as Tinnio Tan, Mark Valdez as Antony Precie, Andre Garcia as Baldo, and Marissa Orillo. Special appearances include Dennis Padilla as Eduardo "Chong Edong" Reyes, Nova Villa as Sor Aida Sanchez, Abby Bautista as young Princess Reyes/Jackie Reyes, Amy Nobleza as young Josa Reyes, Frenchie Dy and Kiray Celis as Bam-Bam, Frances Makil-Ignacio as Toribia, Johan Santos as Mike, Tanya Gomez as Linda Magsanoc, Jairus Aquino as Rolly/young Roland, Cheska Billiones as Nena/young Dianne, Jewel Crisanto as Ada, Marissa Orillo as herself, and Emerson Lee as a boarding mate.
Among the Earthling characters, Jackie (played by Toni Gonzaga, with Abby Bautista as her younger self) is a survivor of a family massacre and an alien abduction. She grew up without parents and with no memory of her true identity, but remains a positive thinker. As a resourceful news reporter with a keen interest in paranormal and extraterrestrial activity, she searches
- air_dates
- September 10 to December 7, 2012
Quick Facts
- Genre
- Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
- Creator
- ABS-CBN Studios / Rondel P. Lindayag
- Developer
- ABS-CBN Studios / Laurenti M. Dyogi
- Director
- Wenn V. Deramas
- Executive Producer
- Carlo Katigbak / Cory Vidanes / Laurenti Dyogi
- Producer
- Ellen Nicolas Criste / Roldeo Endrinal / Minnella T. Abad
- Based On
- Kokey · Romy V. Suzara
- Starring
- Vhong Navarro / Toni Gonzaga
- Open Theme
- "Kokey @ Ako" by Toni Gonzaga, Vhong Navarro, Melai Cantiveros and Jason Francisco
- Composer
- Vincent de Jesus
- Country
- Philippines
- Language
- Filipino
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Lore & Background
The series follows the alien Kokey and the human reporter Jackie as they work to reunite with their families while the aliens from Planet Kukurikabu plot to exterminate mankind. Jackie, played by Toni Gonzaga, is a survivor of a massacre and alien abduction who grows up with no memory of her real identity. She becomes a news reporter obsessed with paranormal and extraterrestrial activities, hoping to find her parents. Bruce, played by Vhong Navarro, is Jackie's best friend and fiancé who suffers an accident of stellar proportions before their wedding.
Reader's Guide
Kokey at Ako is significant as a sequel that continued the story of the alien Kokey, blending science fiction, family drama, and comedy. It aired during ABS-CBN's Primetime Bida block and was part of the 60th Anniversary of Philippine Television. The series replaced Momay and was replaced by Sabel. Its production faced delays, being announced at multiple trade launches before finally premiering. The show featured a large ensemble cast, including notable Filipino actors, and explored themes of family reunion, identity, and alien invasion. Its legacy lies in being a follow-up to the popular 2007 series Kokey, maintaining the franchise's presence in Philippine television.
Did You Know?
- The role of Jackie was originally given to Angel Locsin, who was replaced by Toni Gonzaga due to Locsin's commitment to Imortal.
- The series was postponed three times before its official premiere date.
- The show aired from September 20 to December 3, 2010, replacing Momay and being replaced by Sabel.
- The character Annie Reyes dies in the last episode after being trapped in a glass mirror that shatters.
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