By: Madz Lacson, TV5 Digital
Ang Himala ni Niño has captivated audiences with its heartwarming story of a little boy navigating life’s challenges while never losing his innocence and hope. Set in the picturesque town of Bukang Liwayway, the inspiring drama offers more than just entertainment—it’s a tale of resilience, faith, and love. As we revisit his journey so far, we’ll explore the struggles and triumphs of Niño, played by child wonder Zion Cruz, highlighting the colorful characters he has met so far, and the inspiring lessons he has learned along the way.
New Place, New Challenges, New Hope
Nanay Gloria (Lilet Esteban) and Niño arrive in the town of Bukang Liwayway with dreams of a fresh start. Gloria reunites with her old friend Gege (K Brosas), whom she once worked with in Japan. With her fun and positive disposition, Gege became the trusted ally of both Nanay Gloria and Niño as they happily look forward to their new life in Bukang Liwayway. However, they soon encounter challenges, including tension with the wealthy Madam Chona (Carmi Martin).
Bukod sa kanyang angat na pamumuhay, kilala si Madam Chona sa Bukang Liwayway dahil sa kanyang mapagmataas na karakter. Kaya tumatak sa kanya ang isang malaking kahihiyan na gawa raw ni Niño! Aksidenteng naatrasan kasi ni Niño si Madam Chona at nasubsob ito sa dumi ng kalabaw – all while wearing her glamorous gown na pangrampa sana sa Pista ng Palay.
Dahil isa si Madam Chona sa may pinakamalaking kontribusyon sa Bukang Liwayway, pinaabot niya sa barangay ang reklamo niya at nalagay sa alanganin ang mag-inang Gloria at Niño. Mabuti na lamang at may naglakas loob na ipagtanggol ang mag-ina – si Lolo Mars. Mabait, maunawain, at malawak ang kaalaman ni Lolo Mars dahil sa kanyang mga karanasan sa buhay, kaya’t naging kakampi at gabay rin nila ito at itinuring na sariling pamilya.
Hindi man nagtagumpay si Madam Chona sa insidenteng ito, dito naman nagsimula ang panggugulo niya sa buhay ng mag-ina.
Dahil bago pa lamang sa Bukang Liwayway, hirap makakuha ng permanenteng trabaho si Nanay Gloria. Pinasok niya ang iba’t ibang raket sa kagustuhan na matustusan ang mga pangangailangan ni Niño. Sinubukan niyang maging singer sa karinderya ni Gege, at sumali rin siya sa talent contest, pero ‘di siya pinalad dahil sa pananabotahe ni Madam Chona.
Bagamat minamalas sa trabaho, natutunan naman ni Niño ang halaga ng pagsisikap mula kay Nanay Gloria. Natutunan din ng mag-ina na basta may kakampi gaya ni Gege at gabay tulad ni Lolo Mars, kakayanin nilang harapin ang lahat, kaaway o problema man.
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Niño’s First Heartbreak
In a moment of desperation, Gloria takes a job as a helper in a store that has strict hiring requirements—no children allowed. She is forced to deny having a son, breaking Niño’s heart.
Nagtampo si Niño pero ipinaliwanag naman nang mabuti ni Nanay Gloria sa kanya kung bakit siya napilitang gawin ito. Dito nasubok ang relasyon ng mag-ina, kaya ‘di kalaunan ay umamin na rin si Nanay Gloria sa kaniyang amo at ipinakilala ang anak na si Niño.
Natanggal man sa trabaho si Nanay Gloria, natutunan naman niya at ni Niño ang kahalagahan ng pagsasabi ng totoo, at kung paano nito mas pinatitibay ang relasyon nilang mag-ina.
WATCH | Nanay Gloria, itinanggi na anak si Niño
A Mother’s Sacrifice
Para may pagkakitaan, naengganyo si Nanay Gloria sa isang investment scheme na inalok ng kaibigan na si Marie (Alessandra De Rossi). Pero scam pala ang negosyong ito, at natangay ang perang puhunan ng mga taga-Bukang Liwayway, kabilang ang natitirang ipon ni Nanay Gloria.
With no other choice, Nanay Gloria decides to try her luck in Manila, leaving Niño in Mamay Gege’s care. The separation is heart-wrenching for both mother and son, but Mamay Gege and Lolo Mars promise to support Niño while his mother is away.
Ang pansamantalang pagkakawalay ng mag-ina ang nagturo kay Niño na maging matatag sa kabila ng lungkot at pangungulila, at magtiwalang magkakasama rin silang muli ni Nanay Gloria.
WATCH | Nanay Gloria, nagpaalam na kay Niño
The Storm and the Stranger
Meanwhile, a mysterious man arrives in town. In an unexpected encounter, Niño and Butchoy stumble upon a man lying unconscious on the road. They quickly bring him to Mamay Gege’s eatery to help him recover and regain his strength. It is later revealed that he is Victor Deogracia (Cedrick Juan), the sole heir of Hacienda Punla. However, a series of life’s disappointments have left him broken and struggling with alcohol dependency.
Kasabay naman ng pagdating ng estranghero ay ang pananalanta naman ng Bagyong Poleng. Maraming bahay ang nawasak at nalubog sa baha, kaya pansamantalang lumikas ang mga taga-Bukang Liwayway. Nagpamalas ng bayanihan at pagtutulungan ang magkakabaryo, kabilang na ang pagtanggap at pag-aalaga nila kay Victor at sa mga nasalanta.
Samantala, matindi rin ang pagkasirang naging dulot ng bagyo sa Hacienda Punla, at si Victor ang sinisisi ng mga tao dahi sa malas na dulot niya umano sa kanilang lahat. Ikinalungkot ito ng binata na siya ring sanhi ng paghina ng kaniyang katawan. Si Niño ang naging kaibigan niya sa mga sandaling ito, at nagpaalala sa kanya na hindi pa huli ang lahat – dahil habang may buhay, may pag-asa.
WATCH | Bayanihan ng Bukang Liwayway at Hacienda Punla
The Journey Continues
As the storm clears, Bukang Liwayway begins to rebuild—not just its homes but its hope. Victor decides to leave behind his past and start anew as a farmer under the guidance Lolo Mars, and Niño. Though adjusting to a simple life is difficult, Victor finds fulfillment in his work and his renewed relationship with the community.
Dahil sa kwento ni Victor, natutunan ni Niño ang pagiging masinop at pagpapahalaga sa mga bagay na mayroon siya. Habang si Victor naman ay namulat sa kanyang mga maling gawi, at naging pursigidong baguhin ang takbo ng kanyang buhay. Nangako naman si Victor na siya na ang tatayong “Kuya” ni Niño, at ang bata naman ang magsisilbing bunsong kapatid niya.
WATCH | Ang bagong yugto ng buhay ni Victor
Sa pagpapatuloy ng kwento ni Niño, maraming tauhan pa ang kanyang makakasalamuha. Sino sa kanila ang magiging kakampi at sino ang magiging aral sa kaniya? Subaybayan ang Ang Himala ni Niño Lunes hanggang Biyernes, 11:15 AM sa Gandang Mornings ng TV5.
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