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TV5 is ready and all set to beef up its already exciting lineup of entertainment programs to jumpstart its observance and celebration of the longest holiday season in the world with the addition of its new original game show hosted by an award-winning veteran actor and the return (and revival) of a popular comedy program that has been awaited by generations of fans for so long featuring its newest prankmasters. These new shows will give more Filipino viewers reasons to tune in to the Kapatid network and enjoy a variety of what satisfies their viewing tastes everyday.
The multi-awarded actor who brought great honor to the Philippines by being the first Filipino to bag the coveted Volpi Cup for Best Actor trophy at the 78th Venice International Film Festival now makes another first in his illustrious career by being the host of TV5’s unique and interactive game show SPINGO. Prepare to be captivated by a thrilling innovation in TV gaming as internationally acclaimed Filipino actor John Arcilla takes on the challenge of being a game show host for TV5’s SPINGO, premiering on September 11, 2023 as an amusing fusion of entertainment, strategy, and immersive experience that will surely engage viewers. SPINGO not only introduces an ingenious game show concept but also signifies a notable milestone in John Arcilla’s storied career. Widely recognized for his exceptional onscreen performances, John steps into the role of a charismatic game show host, guiding contestants and viewers through an exciting blend of skill-based challenges and trivia.
“Hosting a game show like SPINGO is something utterly new for me. I’m known to be an actor who portrays all kinds of roles in theater, on TV, and in the movies, but this is the first time that I’ll be interacting live with contestants and audiences who are taking their chances to win a fortune. This is definitely a big challenge for me but, at the same time, I am excited to explore my capacities in the field of TV hosting. I am thankful for this opportunity, and I can’t wait for the whole Philippines to spin and go with SPINGO,” John shares. Bannering the tagline “Sa bawat spin, go for the win!", SPINGO provides a new spin to the Filipinos’ all-time favorite game of chance, Bingo. This novel iteration encourages contestants and viewers to embrace every hurdle and strive for the best they can possibly achieve.
In addition to the show’s exciting challenges, SPINGO features an innovative twist on audience engagement by offering its viewers the chance to win big prizes. By downloading the SPINGO app from the Google Play Store, audiences can actively participate from the comfort of their homes. Catch John Arcilla in a new light as he showcases his versatility and navigates contestants through the game’s twists and turns with his co-host, Spingorgeous Girl Sam Coloso. Feel the rush of the SPINGO thrill daily by tuning in to TV5 every Monday to Friday at 5:30 pm right before Frontline Pilipinas starting September 11.
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On the other hand, it’s double the laughter, double the pranks, and double the fun as TV5’s longest-running and multi-awarded prank show makes a grand comeback in the reinvigorated “Wow Mali: Doble Tama,” premiering on August 26 and airing every Saturday at 6:15 pm on TV5 and TV5 HD on Cignal and 7:00 pm on Buko Channel on Cignal and Satlite. Recognized as the country’s original prank show on TV, “Wow Mali” was a big hit among Filipinos when it first aired in 1996. Packed with hilarious ‘candid camera’ pranks and matched with the witty hosting of seasoned prank master Joey De Leon, the show instantly became a household term for practical jokes, hilarious bloopers, and naughty tricks. The legacy show now returns to deliver leveled up naughtiness, hilarious gags, and tricky antics as “Wow Mali: Doble Tama" to be hosted by none other than this generation’s wackiest comedy duo and now the show’s new Prankmasters, Jose Manalo and Wally Bayola. Co-produced by APT Entertainment & Cignal TV for TV5, “Wow Mali: Doble Tama” is set to bring a double-dose of laughter and surprises with its new-generation humor, zanier segments, and outrageous parodies. For behind-the-scenes, sneak peeks, hilarious clips and interactive content of “Wow Mali: Doble Tama", follow TV5’s social media pages.
