Alex Gonzaga and Hero Angeles team up for the first time to portray lovers challenged by a life-threatening disease this Saturday (Dec 9) in “MMK.

Although diagnosed with kidney failure, Riza (Alex) chooses to look at the brighter side of life and continues to live positively.

While fighting her disease, Riza meets and changes the life of Joel (Hero), a shy and hardworking breadwinner who learns to love himself and open his heart to love.

As their relationship develops, Riza’s condition gets worse to the point where she will need a new kidney for her to survive. Because of his love for Riza, Joel decides to become her donor.

Will Riza support Joel’s decision even if his life is on the line?

Joining this upcoming episode are Allan Paule, Isay Alvarez, Simon Ibarra, Ynez Veneracion, Zeppi Borromeo, Mikylla Ramirez, Nikki Gonzales, David Chua, and Lao Rodriguez. The episode is directed by Theodore Boborol and written by Joan Habana. “MMK” is led by business unit head Roda C. dela Cerna and Star Creatives COO Malou Santos.

Don’t miss the longest-running drama anthology in Asia, “MMK,” every Saturday after “Little Big Shots” on ABS-CBN or ABS-CBN HD (SkyCable ch 167). Catch its latest episodesoniwantv.com.phorskyondemand.com.ph for Sky subscribers. For more updates, follow @mmkofficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.