Rita (Yam Concepcion) and Tupe (Gerald Anderson)’s love story may have happened a long time ago and she’s already married to another man but some things never changed. Here are ten scenes from the hit teleserye Init Sa Magdamag that will make you want to wish love isn’t that complicated and, maybe, the once star-crossed lovers can have their own ‘comeback.’
This Kapamilya Toplist begins with a scene of Tupe taking care of Rita. A stark contrast to Peterson’s abusive behavior, Tupe has always been patient and attentive to Rita especially her postpartum needs. He was very hands-on from her meals to making sure she’s well-rested.
Not to intend disrespect to Rita and Peterson (JM De Guzman)’s union, but there’s something magical when she and Tupe exchange smiles while taking care of the newborn Baby Andrew. Tupe, the rookie dad, was extra hands-on to Baby Andrew as well. He would swaddle the baby, be supportive of Rita while breastfeeding, and lull him to sleep.
There was a scene where the ex-couple imagined the child’s future. Rita said Baby Andrew would probably follow his parents’ careers in medicine and become a doctor in his Tatay Tupe’s hospital. Tupe stared at Rita with so much gentleness and hope and traces of regret, as if wishing for that moment not to end. He obviously wants them to be a real family but Rita doesn’t want to complicate things, ostensibly scared to admit her true feelings.
In another scene, he asked her what could’ve happened if his parents were still alive and he managed to fulfil his promises. Tupe wanted to know if Rita would’ve come with him. He wanted real answers but she didn’t want to entertain all the ‘what ifs’ and regrets.
She accidentally poured coffee on his shirt and asked him to change into Kyle (Mark Oblea)’s clothes. They went inside a room so she could assist him. There was nothing but pure kindness, no hints of sensual desires. However, for Peterson who was then watching the scene through CCTV footage, seeing Rita and Tupe together in a room is a big anxiety trigger.
Slowly, Rita was feeling more comfortable in Tupe’s company. Making it to this list is the ‘prom’ scene where they had a friendly outdoor date with Meggy (Kate Alejandrino) and Simon (Nikko Natividad). Because the set-up mimics a prom night, Tupe asked Rita for a dance – something he should’ve done back in high school. Although she smiled at the thought, Rita opted to dismiss her feelings. They just went home.
In another scene during Tupe’s visit, Rita asked, “Ano kayang magandang panoorin?” to which he replied, “Ikaw.” Tupe got a little provocative when offered a cup of coffee and said her presence is enough to make his heart beat fast.
The last scene shows Tupe asking for Rita’s permission to contribute to Baby Andrew’s baptismal reception. She said he didn’t have to but he wanted to start creating good memories with Baby Andrew and be more involved in his life.
Do you think Rita and Tupe deserve a second chance at love? Don’t miss an episode of Init Sa Magdamag, weeknights, on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, and A2Z.