Comedian Long Mejia proves his chops as a dramatic actor as he stars in this Saturday’s (June 30) “Maalaala Mo Kaya,” playing a father who will sacrifice everything he has just to be able to provide for his son.

Modesto (Long) and his son Dick (Jairus Aquino) become homeless after leaving his wife who is addicted to gambling.They will end up staying in Luneta Park in Manila, which will serve as their home as they face trials and hardships, from sleeping on the ground to begging for their daily needs.

Despite living on the streets, Modesto will work hard as a carpenter to send Dick to school. For his part, Dick, will study diligently so that he can achieve his dream of graduating college, and repaying the sacrifices his father made by giving him a good life.

In the face of their hardships, will Dick ever achieve his dream of finishing his studies? Will he ever be able to provide a good life for his father?

Watch their inspiring story of sacrifice and triumph this Saturday night on the longest-running drama anthology in Asia, “MMK.”

Also joining this episode are Yñigo Delen, Lance Lucido, Yesha Camile, Maricel Morales, and Luis Hontiveros. It is under the direction of Dado Lumibao and written by Joan Habana.