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GMA Network’s adaptation of one of the world’s most well-loved drama series, Descendants of the Sun (DOTS), makes its highly-anticipated debut on Philippine primetime this February 10.

The series is among GMA’s grandest drama offers for 2020. It will be headlined by no less than two of GMA’s most bankable artists, Dingdong Dantes (Bow of Justice, The Other Mrs. Real) and Jennylyn Mercado (My Love From The Star, My Faithful Husband). Dantes plays the role of alpha team leader Captain Lucas Manalo, while Mercado plays cardio-thoracic surgeon Dr. Maxine Dela Cruz, otherwise known by fans of the drama as ‘Big Boss’ and ‘Beauty’, respectively. Adapted from the hit series from South Korea, Descendants of the Sun tells the story of Lucas and Maxine, two people brought together by destiny. Lucas is a professional soldier and captain of the special forces of the Philippine military. He meets Maxine, a talented and dedicated surgeon. He is instantly attracted to her and they begin to date. Unfortunately, their professions and responsibilities keep getting in the way and they decide to part ways.

Lucas and Maxine meet again when they are both deployed to a war-torn region of the country on a peacekeeping mission. Lucas heads the military troop, while Maxine leads the medical volunteers. They spend time together and soon, rekindle their romance. As they find themselves in the middle of conflicts brought about by war and nature, they try to survive while keeping their relationship alive. However, they also realize how different their views of life are. As a soldier, Lucas kills to protect lives, while as a doctor, Maxine tries to save lives. A bigger challenge will test their relationship when Lucas finds out that the terrorist he has been chasing is Maxine’s long lost brother.

Starring alongside Dantes and Mercado are award-winning actors Rocco Nacino (Angela, Memories of Love) and Jasmine Curtis-Smith (Sahaya, Family Jewels) who will play Technical Sergeant Diego Ramos a.k.a. ‘Wolf’ and Captain Moira Defensor, respectively. Much like Lucas, Diego is brave, noble, and willing to sacrifice his own happiness for others – even if it means letting go of his girlfriend, Moira. But Moira is tough, headstrong, and will not surrender without fighting for their love.

Asia’s Pop Diva Julie Anne San Jose sang the English version of the official theme song of the original series, “You Are My Everything”. The series is directed by Dominic Zapata (My Husband’s Lover, The Rich Man’s Daughter), who promised not to disappoint the viewers.