August 2, 1999 (1999-08-02)– October 24, 2000 (2000-10-24)
Labs Ko si Babe (transl.babe is my loves, international title: I Love My Babe) is a Philippine television drama romance black comedy series broadcast by ABS-CBN. Directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng and John D. Lazatin, starring Jolina Magdangal and Marvin Agustin. It aired on the network's evening line up from August 2, 1999 to October 24, 2000, replacing Esperanza and was replaced by Pangako Sa 'Yo.
Also known as the first romantic black comedy series in Philippine television.[1]
Premise
The lives of four families in San Clemente intertwine with drama and dark comedy, centered on the feud between former best friends Auring (Gloria Romero) and Felipa (Gina Pareño). Their animosity began when Auring lost a sweepstakes ticket Felipa entrusted to her, which Felipa believes was a winner.
Their conflict escalates, ensnaring their families, including the burgeoning romance between Auring's granddaughter, Cindy (Jolina Magdangal), and Felipa's grandson, Wally (Marvin Agustin). The situation is further complicated by the arrival of Miguel (Onemig Bondoc) from Italy, who befriends Cindy and sparks Wally's jealousy. Miguel's stepmother, the notorious Elena (Jaclyn Jose), creates additional problems for both families.
Amidst the chaos, Mayor Diwata (Zsa Zsa Padilla), known as Mayor Di, consistently intervenes to mediate their disputes. Mayor Di, who lives with her nephew Jobert (Bernard Palanca), remains single due to a troubled past.
After a month of the series premiering, it had a movie adaption called Hey Babe! released on August 25, 1999, produced by Star Cinema. The film was directed by Joyce Bernal.
