Kamandag
Kamandag is a Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based from the graphic novel of Carlo J. Caparas. Directed by Mark A. Reyes and Topel Lee, it stars Richard Gutierrez in the title role. It premiered on November 19, 2007 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on April 25, 2008 with a total of 113 episodes. It was replaced by Dyesebel in its timeslot.Pre-production
The first project of Eula Valdez under GMA Network. This is also a comeback for veteran actor Johnny Delgado. Bong Revilla, Jr. declined the offer of the role of Saban, due to his busy schedule. The role then went to Gardo Versoza.
For Richard Gutierrez's preparation for the series, he trained under Ultimate Fighting Championship's Brandon Vera to master Muay Thai and Brazilian Jujitsu. The cast went toacting workshops at University of the East.Cast and characters
;Main cast
;Supporting cast
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Kamandag earned a 42.7% rating. While the final episode scored a 38.1% rating. The series had its highest rating on February 26, 2008 and March 7, 2008 with a 43.6% rating. The special, Ang Bagsik ni Kamandag garnered a 29.0% rating.
