I Love You Since 1892
| I Love You Since 1892 | |
|---|---|
Official release poster | |
| Genre | fantasy, romance-drama |
| Based on | I Love You Since 1892 by Mia Alfonso |
| Written by | Mia Alfonso |
| Directed by | Mac Alejandre |
| Starring | |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Filipino |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 18 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Juan Carlos Magtalas |
| Production company | Studio Viva |
| Original release | |
| Network | Viva One |
| Release | September 5, 2025 – January 2, 2026 |
I Love You Since 1892 is a Philippine fantasy romantic-drama series directed by Mac Alejandre and written by Binibining Mia. It stars Heaven Peralejo, Jerome Ponce and Joseph Marco.[1] The story is based on a book series written by Mia Alfonso which is an original Wattapad story in 2016.[2] The series was released on Viva One.
Synopsis
Set in 2016, Carmelita, a young brat student is transported back in the year 1892 through an old diary medium. Taking on the personality of her ancestor, Carmella Isabella. Carmelita has to navigate the complex life of 1892 with a mission of stopping a tragedy and ensuring she will not fall in love with Juanito.
Cast
- Main cast
- Heaven Peralejo as Carmelita Montecarlos/Carmella Isabella
- Jerome Ponce as Juanito Alfonso
- Joseph Marco as Leandro Flores
- Supporting cast
- Louise delos Reyes as Maria Montecarlos
- Ella Ilano as Teresita Agbayani
- Anna Luna as Josefina Montecarlos
- Christian Vasquez as Don Alejandro Montecarlos
- Maricel Morales as Donya Soledad Montecarlos
- Andrea Del Rosario as Donya Juanita Alfonso
- Soliman Cruz as Don Mariano Alfonso
- Christopher Roxas as Kapitan Vicente Flores
- Ashley Diaz as Sofia Alfonso
- Suzette Ranillo as Madre Olivia
Special Participation
- Derick Ong as James Gilbert
- Bella Thompson as Shae Mendez
- Arnold Reyes as David Isabella
Production
During the media conference, Heaven Peralejo, Jerome Ponce and Joseph Marco were announced to play the main characters of the book to TV series adaptation on July 24, 2025.[3] Mac Alejandre is assigned to direct the television series.[4] Peralejo revealed that "she did a research on the duality of her character and read the Wattapad novel several times".[5]
Studio Viva acquired the rights of I Love You Since 1892 from book to television series adaptation which they also served as the producer.[6][7]
Soundtrack
Viva Records released an official soundtrack for the series including the songs, Ang Awit Natin originally sang by Janine Teñoso and Heaven Peralejo recorded version and Tahimik na Buhay by Janine Teñoso.[8]
Episodes
| No. | Title | Original air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carmela | September 5, 2025 |
| 2 | Hello, 1982 | September 12, 2025 |
| 3 | Ligaw Tingin | September 19, 2025 |
| 4 | Puno ng Mangga | September 26, 2025 |
| 5 | Itigil ang Kasal | October 3, 2025 |
| 6 | Tampuhan sa Harana | October 6, 2025 |
| 7 | Cariñosa | October 17, 2025 |
| 8 | Isinulat ng Tala | October 24, 2025 |
| 9 | Sindi ng Kandila | October 31, 2025 |
| 10 | Asul na Sobre | November 7, 2025 |
| 11 | Marka ng Ekis | November 14, 2025 |
| 12 | Kabanata | November 21, 2025 |
| 13 | Alamat ng Alitaptap | November 28, 2025 |
| 14 | Pulang Rosas | December 5, 2025 |
| 15 | Kasal sa Simbahan | December 12, 2025 |
| 16 | Ang mga Rebelde | December 19, 2025 |
| 17 | Ang Huling Tibok | December 25, 2025 |
| 18 | Lo Siento, Te Amo | January 2, 2026 |
Novel adaptation
I Love You Since 1892 is an original Wattpad novel series written by Mia Alfonso or known as Binibining Mia released in 2016.[9] Due to its popularity, the Wattapad series is adapted into book series and was published under ABS-CBN books in 2019.[10] The I Love You Since 1892 book series, actors Janella Salvador and Marlo Mortel played the main characters as Carmella and Juanito and their faces were printed on the book covers.[10] The book was sold for over 210,000 copies and named as the 2019 Book of the Year.[7]
References
- ^ "Why the adaptation of 'I Love You Since 1892' has to remain faithful to its core". Inquirer. 25 July 2025. Retrieved 14 March 2026.
- ^ "Wattpad hit 'I Love You Since 1892' comes to life with star-studded cast". Daily Tribune. 24 July 2025. Retrieved 14 March 2026.
- ^ "Heaven Peralejo, Jerome Ponce named leads of 'I Love You Since 1892' adaptation". PhilStar. 24 July 2025. Retrieved 14 March 2026.
- ^ "Heaven Peralejo, bibida sa Wattpad series I Love You Since 1892". PEP. 24 July 2025. Retrieved 14 March 2026.
- ^ "Heaven Peralejo says she read 'I Love You Since 1892' multiple times for new Viva One series". Cinema Bravo. 25 July 2025. Retrieved 14 March 2026.
- ^ "Heaven Peralejo thanks fans for 'Vivarkada' concert success, excited for new series". Abscbn. 26 August 2025. Retrieved 14 March 2026.
- ^ a b "Heaven Peralejo, Joseph Marco, and Jerome Ponce travel back in time in 'I Love You Since 1892'". Manila Bulletin. 10 August 2025. Retrieved 14 March 2026.
- ^ "I Love You Since 1892 Soundtrack". Apple. Retrieved 15 March 2026.
- ^ "Wattpad hit 'I Love You Since 1892' comes to life with star-studded cast". Daily Tribune. 24 July 2025. Retrieved 14 March 2026.
- ^ a b "Janella Salvador is Carmela in "I Love You Since 1892" book". Abscbn. 15 July 2019. Retrieved 14 March 2026.