Mercedes Cabral
Mercedes Cabral in 2012
Born
Maria Mercedes Porte Cabral

(1986-08-10) August 10, 1986
Manila, Philippines
EducationUniversity of the Philippines Diliman (B.A.)[1]
OccupationActress
Years active2008–present

Mercedes Cabral (born August 10, 1986) is a Filipino actress. She is best known for starring in Philippine arthouse and independent films, notably those by Brillante Mendoza such as Serbis, Kinatay, Captive and Thy Womb.[2] She also appeared in the South Korean film Thirst directed by Park Chan-wook.[3] In 2021, she appeared in Huwag Kang Mangamba. She played the main antagonist role Agatha, a wicked stepmother of Joy, which is played by Francine Diaz. In 2016, she appeared in a Phil Giordano's award-winning short film SUPOT.[4] In 2023, she also joined the cast and portrayal another antagonist role of Lena Cortez, a policewoman turned mistress of Rigor (which is played by John Estrada) in FPJ's Batang Quiapo.

Filmography

Television

YearTitleRole (s)Network
2011Maalaala Mo Kaya: BibliyaMyrna
2012Precious Hearts Romances Presents: HiyasGiana [14]
Luna BlancaMariett[15]
2012-13Magdalena: Anghel sa PutikanKim
2013Bayan KoEliza Bauer
Cassandra: Warrior AngelCamilla / Hunyango
KatipunanTeresa Magbanua
2014–2015Ang Lihim ni AnnasandraSaling
2015KarelasyonJasmin
NingningEvaporada "Eva" Herrera
2016Saq Al Bamboo (The Bamboo Stalk)Josephine[16]
The Greatest LoveGreta Ramirez / Clarissa Ramirez
2017FPJ's Ang ProbinsyanoAurora Dumaguit
Hanggang SaanCarolina Dela Guerra
2018Ngayon at KailanmanMia Bartolome
2019The General's DaughterGabriela "Cinco" Sta. Ana
Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 3: The Real Untold Story of Josephine BrackenHerself/Lucia Rizal
2020A Soldier's Heart
2021Huwag Kang MangambaAgatha Delos Santos
ASAP Natin 'To Herself / occasional guest
20222 Good 2 Be TrueAbegail Rosales
2023FPJ's Batang QuiapoPolice Corporal Lena Cortez
ReTox: 2 Be ContinuedTeresa Baquiran

References

  1. ↑ Palumar, Khyne (March 25, 2013). "Mercedes Cabral - Ladies' Confessions Vol. 4: Celebrity Diaries". FHM Philippines. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Caruncho, E. S. (April 6, 2014). An Independent Woman. Philippine Daily Inquirer. http://lifestyle.inquirer.net/156126/an-independent-woman
  2. ↑ Pumaloy, Rey (July 19, 2011). "Mercedes Cabral recounts controversial sex scene with Coco Martin in Serbis". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Sibonga, Glen P. (November 25, 2011). "Indie actress Mercedes Cabral saddened by "bold star" tag in local showbiz; says foreign film festivals give her more appreciation and respect". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Cruz, Marinel R. (April 12, 2012). "In-demand indie star relishes the subtlety of movie portrayals". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - San Diego, Bayani Jr. (September 5, 2012). "Venice red carpet debut for Nora Aunor, Lovi Poe, Mercedes Cabral". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - San Diego, Bayani Jr. (September 15, 2012). "Thy Womb Venice diaries". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Dimaculangan, Jocelyn (August 10, 2012). "Indie film actress Mercedes Cabral on working with the Superstar Nora Aunor". GMA News (in Tagalog and English). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Cruz, Marinel R. (September 30, 2012). "Indie star feels challenged by coming television work". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Garcia, Vincent Anthon (April 21, 2013). "Showbiz Tsismis: Is Mercedes Cabral underrated?". Gulf News. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  3. ↑ Santiago, Erwin (March 4, 2008). "Filipino actress Mercedes Cabral lands role in South Korean movie". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog and English). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Villasanta, Boy (July 11, 2008). "Filipina actress voted "Most Beautiful" in Cannes off to Korea shoot". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog and English). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Villasanta, Boy (October 2, 2008). "Mercedes Cabral, tanging Pilipinang aktres sa 13th Pusan film fest" [Mercedes Cabral, the only Filipino actress at the 13th Pusan film fest]. ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Villasanta, Boy (October 8, 2008). "Cabral's dream of invading Hollywood slowly coming true". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  4. ↑ "Supot short film". UK Film Review. September 23, 2016. Retrieved May 26, 2021.
    - "Premiere: SUPOT by Phil Giordano | Coming of Age Short Film". Directors Notes. April 25, 2018. Retrieved May 26, 2021.
    - Giordano, Phil (October 8, 2016), Supot (Short, Drama, Family), John Arcilla, Mercedes Cabral, Andrei Fajarito, Kinopi Malbas, retrieved May 26, 2021
  5. ↑ Villasanta, Boy (May 25, 2008). "Filipina Serbis actress among Cannes 'red carpet glamour girls'". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog and English). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Villasanta, Boy (May 8, 2009). "Double treat for Mercedes Cabral at the 2009 Cannes". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog and English). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  6. ↑ Villasanta, Boy (July 4, 2009). "No more nude scenes for Mercedes Cabral". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog and English). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  7. ↑ Villasanta, Boy (January 30, 2009). "Mercedes Cabral flattered by fame". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog and English). Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  8. ↑ Villasanta, Boy (September 4, 2010). "Cannes actress Mercedes Cabral bolts out of bold mold". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog and English). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  9. ↑ Calderon, Ricky (July 7, 2010). "Indie film actress Mercedes Cabral stars in three Cinemalaya entries". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  10. ↑ Dimaculangan, Jocelyn (August 10, 2012). "Mercedes Cabral excited about attending Venice filmfest with Nora Aunor and other Thy Womb co-stars". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog and English). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Jarloc, Glaiza (September 28, 2012). "Mercedes Cabral enjoys working with Nora Aunor". SunStar (in Tagalog and English). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  11. ↑ Sibonga, Glen P. (November 26, 2011). "Mercedes Cabral says she will not stop making indie films even if she becomes a success in mainstream movies". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  12. ↑ Jimenez, Jocelyn (November 10, 2011). "Mercedes Cabral says winning an acting award isn't her priority". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  13. ↑ Belen, Walden Sadiri M. (April 20, 2013). "Mercedes Cabral: An Actress By Accident!". Manila Bulletin (in Tagalog and English). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  14. ↑ "Mercedes Cabral penetrates mainstream TV". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog and English). February 19, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - "Mercedes praises Zanjoe for being a gentleman". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog and English). July 19, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2013.
    - Buan-Deveza, Reyma (May 23, 2012). "Mercedes Cabral still hurting over Hiyas delay?". ABS-CBN News (in Tagalog and English). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  15. ↑ Pumaloy, Rey (May 16, 2012). "Mercedes Cabral expresses disappointment over shelved Kapamilya series; finds Nora Aunor very down to earth". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved April 23, 2013.
  16. ↑ Philippine Daily Inquirer (June 10, 2016). Mercedes Cabral stars in Kuwaiti soap.
    - ABS-CBN News. (June 9, 2016). Mercedes Cabral a hit on Kuwaiti TV.
    - Abando, P. (June 12, 2016). Mercedes Cabral enchants viewers in the Middle East. The Manila Bulletin.
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