Magkaribal (International title: Rivals) is a 2010 Philippine drama television series starring Bea Alonzo and Gretchen Barretto.
[1] Two sisters, Anna and Angela Abella, are separated due to a tragedy caused by their long family back story.
Vera Cruz is a famous model and fashion designer, and is also the woman in the past who caused the Abella family's destruction.
During the course of pre-production, Cruz was to play Angela Abella/Gelai Agustin, and Angel Aquino was initially considered to portray the role of Anna Abella/Victoria Valera.
Christopher de Leon was also tapped to play the role of Manuel, and Cherie Gil was shortlisted as Vera Cruz.