Maya Loves Sir Chief

Maya Loves Sir Chief is a Philippine situational comedy sitcom which premiered on IBC on July 20, 2013 and on July 21, 2013 on Global IBC, one week after its original premiere. It is also broadcast worldwide on Global IBC. It is topbilled by Jodi Sta. Maria and Richard Yap.

The family-romance comedy sitcom is a tandem project for the character Maya dela Rosa and Richard "Sir Chief" Lim in the couple of the family, light and feel-good habit in the longest-running primetime comedy sitcom in Philippine television history. Also, they both Jodi and Richard are reunited for the another project starred in the network's successful daytime hit teleseye Be Careful With My Heart on ABS-CBN, which is already premiered in July 9, 2012.

Some birthday special episode this year's birthday celebration such as such as Abby's Birthday (as Mutya) and Sir Chief's Birthday Blowout (as Richard) (May), Maya's Birthday (June as Jodi), Nicolo's Birthday (January as Marlo) and Nikki's Party (March as Janella).

Overview
Heralding the return of sitcoms that used to dominate Philippine primetime, IBC continues to its successful strategy of offering viewers a different kind of entertainment by breaking the usual habit of traditional television with its upcoming weekend primetime sitcom offering combines a wacky of established comedians and fresh young faces, with funny, laugh and real characters that are sure to capture the perfect Pinoy sitcom is now comes to sitcom for the romantic comedy in the title Maya Loves Sir Chief. The Kapinoy Comedy on IBC are poineered in the comedy fans.

The talent of serious funny of entertain to be top-billed by the leading lady Jodi Sta. Maria labeled as the Philippine Comedy Queen, Concert Queen and TV Sitcom Queen who is making a huge TV sitcom and the newbie veteran actor Richard Yap become the leading man are in the main casts of the sitcom on Philippine television in imparts of a Filipino family values in the family situation.

Director for the sitcom Maya Loves Sir Chief is comedy master Malu Sevilla and Mervyn B. Brondial, who has helmed many of IBC’s most successful sitcoms, which include the old classic sitcoms Iskul Bukol, Chicks to Chicks, Hapi House, Sitak ni Jack and Barrio Balimbing.

With Maya Loves Sir Chief, we aim to bring back the glory days of primetime comedies. The sitcom’s overall comedy carries a different, but light and funny storyline, and is bannered by a unique mix of cast members, which should already get the viewers excited to see how everything and everyone will work out, booted with sounds and music that add up to the comic ambience of the show.

Synopsis
The story is about a beginning at a simple girl Maya dela Rosa (Jodi Sta. Maria) who has together with the latter's family under one roof at the names on the street becoming a nanny for a wealthy family in Manila and pregnant with his children (which are revealed to be twins) with Thirdy de Roso (Thirdy Lacson) in this place of hometown reminds her. Upon arrival in Manila, Maya discovers that the woman who had offered work overseas had swindled her. Maya is stuck in Manila with no money or place to go.

The wealthy widower Richard Lim known as Sir Chief (Richard Yap) is the owner and president of the famous, who reminds his of his world. Her older sister, Cristina Rose, and Cristina's son are introduced as tour guides in their hometown of San Nicolas with their mother runs. Cristina Rose hopes to work at sea, while Maya dreams of becoming a flight stewardess. Ironically, Richard is her last hope because of his influence in the airline industry. Money is often less than the living expenses and household repairs.

One rainy night, after an attempt to fix the roof, Cristina breaks her leg and is thus unable to complete her schooling to become a seafarer with a large medical bill. Maya and Sir Chief agrees to become a maid and nanny in their household for the family.

He offers Maya to become his youngest daughter's (who has selective mutism) temporary nanny in exchange for his help. Maya agrees to become a maid and nanny in his household. As of February 15, 2014, Maya and Thirdy at the park with his friend Simon (Paul Jake Castillo) and Sir Chief (Richard) is in the office to work him with Joe Ramirez (Jon Santos) while Abby (Mutya Orquia) play with Doris (Tart Carlos) and Sabel (Vivieka Ravanes) with the youngest son Sky (Jeo Aquines). Then, when the Lim home continues, they will together for Maya with Thirdy and Sir Chief as they meet their three kids: Abby who she greet at home for Maya and Sir Chief's surprise and classmates for Kuya Luke (Jerome Ponce) walks to the two and walks him to the teenager sister Ate Nikki (Janella Salvador), while she calls her Mallow with Nicolo (Marlo Mortel).

Main Cast

 * Jodi Sta. Maria as Maya dela Rosa-Lim - A simple mother girl in her family.
 * Richard Yap as Richard "Sir Chief" Lim - A father is a wealthy dad in his family.
 * Mutya Orquia as Abigail Ruth "Abby" Lim - Sir Chief's little sister
 * Thirdy Lacson as Thirdy de Roso-Lim - Maya's little brother
 * Janella Salvador as Nikki-Grace Lim - Sir Chief's teenage sister (since February 15, 2014)
 * Jerome Ponce as Luke Andrew Lim - Sir Chief's teenage brother (since February 15, 2014)
 * Jeo Aquines as Sky Lim - The youngest son of the Lim and dela Rosa family.

Supporting Cast

 * Aldred Nasayao as Cristina Rose "Kute" dela Rosa - Maya's sister, Teresita's daughter and Cho's mother; called Kute - derived from "Kuya" and "Ate".
 * Ruby Rodriguez as Teresita dela Rosa - Maya and Kute's mother and Mamang's daughter.
 * Jon Santos as Joe Ramirez
 * Gloria Sevilla as Felicidad "Manang Fe" Marcelo - Richard's nanny when he was young and the head maid of the household.
 * JM Ibañez as Pocholo "Cho/Junior Pards" Macavinta - Kute's son.
 * Marlo Mortel as Nicolo Angelo "Nic-Nic" Cortez - Luke's bestfriend and Nikki's love interest. Nikki calls him "Mallows". (since February 15, 2014)
 * Divina Valencia as Conchita "Mamang" dela Paz - Kute and Maya's loving grandmother and Teresita's mother.
 * Tart Carlos as Dorina "Doris" Malasig - Sabel's close friend and a maid; later Abby's nanny in the Lim family.
 * Viveika Ravanes as Isabel "Sabel" Fortuna - Doris' close friend and a cook/maid in the Lim family.
 * Micah Muñoz as Jose Mari "Joma" Adriano - The driver of the Lim family.
 * Nathan Lopez as Emmanuel "Emman" Castro - Maya's friend/roommate.
 * Paul Jake Castillo as Simon Gabriel Corpuz - Maya's childhood friend, who used to court her. (since January 25, 2014)
 * Vandolph Quizon as Ramon Marcelino "Lino" - .Jeff's cousin, who also works in the karinderia.
 * Kelly dela Cruz as Aira Denise Mendoza - Nicolo's bestfriend. (since February 15, 2014)
 * Ya Chang as Engineer Yamaguchi - Richard's employee.
 * Blakdyak as Barbado Pillar
 * Mai-Mai Adriano as Megan - Nikki's classmate/friend. (since February 15, 2014)
 * Abigail Francisco Macapagal as Stacy Gutierrez - Nikki's classmate/friend. (since February 15, 2014)
 * Arvic Tan as Louie - Luke and Nicolo's friend. (since February 15, 2014)
 * Pio Balbuena as Polo Rediko

Recurring Cast

 * Marissa Delgado as Doña Esmeralda Lim - Richard's mother and grandmother to the Lim children
 * Maricar Reyes as Rafaella "Rafi" Alcantara - Richard's bestfriend.
 * Noel Trinidad as Don Roberto Lim - Richard's father and grandfather to the Lim children.
 * Kalila Aguilos as Liza - Richard's secretary.
 * Johan Santos as Wilson de Juan - Maya's classmate.
 * Diamond Shen as Jonah - Maya's classmate.
 * Robert Ortega as Fred - Richard's assistant that moved and work to another company.
 * Pinky Amador as Zenaida Belmonte - Maya's teacher.
 * Cris Villanueva as Atty. Ryan Molina - Richard's friend and attorney.
 * Mark Luz as Engineer Gutierrez
 * Hazel Faith dela Cruz as Edz Viray - A flight attendant and Maya's friend.

Guest Cast

 * Freddie Webb as Buboy Magtanggol (September 21, 2013)
 * Thyro Alfaro as Chris Alfaro (October 5, 2013)
 * Raymond Lauchengco as Rannie Laughengco (November 2, 2013)
 * Nadine Lustre as Sandy Salvador (November 9, 2013)
 * Andrew E. as Andrew Acosta (November 16, 2013)
 * Gloria Diaz as Madam dela Rosa (January 11, 2014)
 * Eraserheads as himself (January 18, 2014)
 * Sampaguita as Sampaguita Ramirez (January 25, 2014)
 * Abra as Abra (himself) (February 1, 2014)
 * Melanie Marquez as Melai Hontiveros (February 8, 2014)
 * Alfred Vargas as Alfredo Agustin Lim (February 15, 2014)
 * Kylie Padilla as Leslie Ramiro (February 22, 2014)
 * Angelu de Leon as Angel dela Rosa (March 1, 2014)
 * Bobby Andrews as Daniel dela Rosa (March 1, 2014)
 * James Yap as James Jaworski (March 8, 2014)
 * Jeffrey Hidalgo as Jeffrey dela Rosa (March 15, 2014)
 * Sam Pinto as Sam Rodriguez (March 22, 2014)
 * Mario Maurer as Martin Maurer (March 29, 2015)
 * Bela Padilla as Belle Montenegro (April 5, 2014)
 * Dingdong Avanzado as Martin Avanzado (April 12, 2014)
 * Mayor Alfredo Lim as himself (April 26, 2014)
 * Giselle Sanchez as Alice Rodriguez (May 3, 2014)
 * John Gemperle as Papa Jack (May 10, 2014)
 * Andre Paras as Andre Yap (May 17, 2014)
 * Rica Peralejo as Jessy Mendoza (May 24, 2014)
 * Freddie Aguilar as Freddie Guizon (singing Magdalena) (May 31, 2014)
 * Raymart Santiago as Raymart Yap (June 14, 2014)
 * Anja Aguilar as Anja Geronimo (June 21, 2014)
 * Typecast as himself (singing The Boston Drama) (June 28, 2014)
 * Drew Arellano as Sir Drewliano Lim (July 5, 2014)
 * Jaime Fabregas as Jimmy Fabregas (himself) (July 12, 2014)
 * Ces Quesada as Ces Quenzada (July 12, 2014)
 * Alma Moreno as Alma (herself) (July 19, 2014)
 * AJ Muhlach as Voltron Man (August 9, 2014)
 * Joey de Leon as Joey de Guzman (trbute to home of IBC family member for 18 years) (August 23, 2014)
 * Eric Quizon as Dolpi Quizon (September 20, 2014)
 * Jenine Gutierrez as Julie Fabregas (September 27, 2014)
 * Liza Soberano as Rita delos Santos
 * Manolo Pedrosa as Dave Andrews
 * Michelle Vito as Michelle Moreno
 * Diether Ocampo as Donald Buenavista
 * Aljur Abrenica as Enrique Santos
 * Alexandra Macanan as Anna Rodriguez - Nikki's best friend (March 28, 2015)
 * Jon Lucas as Johnny Santos - Nicolo's friend (March 28, 2015)
 * Cogie Domingo as Gilbert Domingo - Nikki's teacher (March 28, 2015)
 * Josh Padilla as Joshua David
 * Cherryz Mendoza as Andrea Cortez - Nikki's best friend (April 18, 2015)
 * Ian Veneracion as Tomas Alvarez (July 18, 2015)

Production team

 * Executive In-Charge of Production: Ginny Monteagudo-Ocampo
 * In-Charge of Production: Gina P. Borinaga
 * Director: Malu Sevilla and Mervyn B. Brondial
 * Writer: Jimuel dela Cruz, Natividad de Leon and Alpha Kristine Fortun
 * Executive Producers: Rowie O. Valencia and Lorna J. Feliciano
 * Associate Producer: Aimee Sumalde
 * Creative Director: Rhandy Reyes Narciso Y. Gulmatico, Jr.
 * Stylist: Katherine Dilao
 * Production Design: Digo Ricio
 * Art Development: Christian Baltazar and Marvin Estrella
 * Assistant Director: Darwin Dulsico
 * Production Manager: Ellen Nicolas Criste
 * Art Director: Arvin Diesta
 * Post-Production Supervisor: Marielle de Guzman Navarro
 * Wardrobe Mistress: Ryan Granedo
 * Promo Specialist: Ter Salire
 * Producer: Ruchel Covacha
 * Editors: Billy Joe Karganilla, Joseph Nathaniel Lopez and Geomar Triño
 * Talent Coordinator: Lydia Adriano
 * Lightning Director: Rolando dela Cruz
 * Master Editor: Dennis A. Salgado
 * Make-Up Artist: Rowena Legaspi
 * Camera Operator: Noel Bermundo and Bitoy Flores
 * Audioman: Febbie Yap
 * Location Manager: Franco Vargas
 * Sound Engineer: Alder Basbas
 * Visual Effects Artist: Enrique Garcia
 * Gaffer: Romy dela Cruz, Rene Fuentes, Rico Gautane and Jun Silvestre
 * Audio Engineer: Aeneid Pejo

Ratings
On January 25, 2014, the most-watched sitcom recorded 30.7% rating against Wansapanataym with 30.2% and Vampire Ang Daddy Ko with only 14.3%, according to data released by Kantar Media, the sitcom debuted with 23.4% household rating (Total Philippines = Urban and Rural households) of television viewers across the Philippines. Since then, Maya Loves Sir Chief's ratings proved that it is the #1 primetime sitcom on Philippine TV, according to Kantar Media (Urban+Rural households) ratings.

As of August 16, 2014, the show reaching the record-breaking TV ratings with 35.4% audience share, compared to the rivals of Home Sweetie Home with 24.8% which is top-billed by John Lloyd Cruz and Toni Gonzaga, and Pepito Manaloto with 15.7% starring Michael V. focusing on the Filipino family values.

Movie
On February 27, 2014, after the successful hit sitcom, the romantic comedy is entered into a movie scene called Maya Loves Sir Chief: The Movie. The first-ever movie was released with the movie version of the top-rated sitcom on February 28, 2014 under the movie production outfit IBC Films. The film distributed by IBC Home Video, Viva Video and Video City on March 3, 2014.

PMPC Star Awards for Television

 * 29th PMPC Star Awards for Television (Best Comedy Actress) - Won (Jodi Sta. Maria)
 * 29th PMPC Star Awards for Television (Best Comedy Program) - Won
 * 28th PMPC Star Awards for Television (Best Comedy Show) - Won
 * 27th PMPC Star Awards for Television (Best Comedy Actress) - Won (Jodi Sta. Maria)
 * 27th PMPC Star Awards for Television (Best Comedy Show) - Won

Catholic Mass Media Awards

 * 36th Catholic Mass Media Awards (Best Comedy Program Stars) - Won (Jodi Sta.Maria and Richard Yap)
 * 36th Catholic Mass Media Awards (Best Comedy Program) - Won
 * 35th Catholic Mass Media Awards (Best Comedy Program Stars) - Won (Jodi Sta. Maria and Richard Yap)
 * 35th Catholic Mass Media Awards (Best Comedy Program) - Won

KBP Golden Dove Awards

 * 2014 Winner, Best TV Comedy Program

Bataan Peninsula State University: Kagitingan Awards

 * 2014 Winner, Pinaka-Magiting na Programang Pantelebisyon

Mabini Media Awards

 * 2014 Winner, Best Television Comedy

USTv Student Choice Awards

 * 10th USTv Student's Choice Awards (Students’ Choice of Comedy Program Stars) - Won (Jodi Sta. Maria and Richard Yap)
 * 10th USTv Student's Choice Awards (Students’ Choice of Comedy Program) - Won

Gandingan: UPLB Isko't Iska's Broadcast Choice Awards Awards

 * Gandingan 2014: The 76th UPLB Isko’t Iska’s Broadcast Choice Awards (Best Comedy Program) - Won

Anak TV Seal Awards

 * 2014 Anak TV Seal Awardee (Most Well-Liked TV Program) - Won
 * 2013 Anak TV Seal Awardee (Most Well-Liked TV Program) - Won

Trivia

 * Jodi and Richard are also appearing the daytime seryes Be Careful With My Heart on ABS-CBN.
 * This is Jodi and Richard's first tandem project for IBC. Jodi Sta. Maria is one of IBC's contract comedy leading lady thru Kapinoy Talent Center.
 * The theme song of Maya Loves Sir Chief performed by Jodi Sta. Maria and Richard Yap.
 * IBC's sitcom with the romantic comedy (romcom), feel-good habit, laughter, good vibes and kilig moments, and no jokes and funny.
 * It also became Jodi and Richard's first ever comedy series on IBC for the new sitcom and a new face in primetime to the Philippine showbiz industry started work on this romantic-comedy series.