"Magdalena" is an upcoming soap on GMA-7 starring Bela Padilla in the first lead role of her career. Check out the publicity photos for the said teleserye.

Playing the character of the beautiful Lena, Bela seeks to display her versatility and acting prowess in this original series. She will star alongside three talented leading men who will become her love interests in the series: Ryan Eigenmann as Baron, a rich businessman who will force Lena into his illegal business; Dion Ignacio as Abel, Lena’s first and true love; and Pancho Magno as Jet, an aspiring model who will help Lena to get back on her feet but will fall in love with her.

Joining them are veteran actors Maria Isabel Lopez as Huling; Sharmaine Arnaiz as Chato; Irma Adlawan as Luding; Allan Paule as Dolpo; and Deborah Sun as Celya.

Completing the cast are Pauleen Luna as Carol; Lexi Fernandez as Fatima; Charizze Solomon as Ms Roxy; Boddie Cruz as Deo; Prince Stefan as Ice; Vivo Ouano as Obet; Alvin Aragon as Raki; Mayton Eugenio as Dessa; Via Antonio as Siony; Chuckie Dreyfuss as Kuya Ben; Tess Bomb as Leandra; and Mercedes Cabral as Kim.

“Magdalena” is set to premiere October 8 on GMA’s Afternoon Prime block.

Photos: Jojit Lorenzo/GMA-7