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| TV5's symbolic Red Ball lighting ceremony served not only as the start of the Kapatid network's Christmas festivities, but also as a powerful call to join the “Hatid-Saya Ang Paskong Kapatid" movement by spreading kindness, love, and support to those in need. This stands as a beacon of hope, encouraging everyone to work together toward a brighter future for all Filipinos. (Image Source: Starmometer/TV5 Network Inc.) |
TV5 officially kicked off its Christmas festivities with the symbolic lighting of the network’s iconic giant Red Ball last October 4, 2024 at the TV5 Media Center in Reliance, Mandaluyong City. The ceremony, now a yearly tradition, illuminated the spirit of the season for the Kapatid Network, signaling a joyous and meaningful celebration ahead. This year’s theme, “Hatid-Saya Ang Paskong Kapatid", carries a special message of bringing joy to everyone. Building on last year’s message of “Feel Na Feel Ang Paskong Kapatid", “Hatid-Saya Ang Paskong Kapatid” focuses on how Christmas is a time to foster hope and community service, bringing happiness to Kapatid viewers all across the world.
“We believe in spreading joy and warmth during the holiday season, and that is what our Hatid-Saya campaign is all about. It reflects our commitment to bring people together in celebrating and sharing the spirit of Christmas in meaningful ways. Kasama kami ng bawat pamilyang Pilipino na maghahatid ng saya, pag-asa, at pagmamahal sa isa’t-isa ngayong Kapaskuhan,” shared TV5 Network Inc. President and CEO Guido R. Zaballero. The event venue was adorned with vibrant Filipino Christmas decorations including creatively designed parols branded with logos of TV5’s loyal advertisers while the air was filled with enticing aromas of freshly cooked bibingka and puto-bumbong, offering attendees an authentic taste of the Pinoy Christmas spirit. The celebration was further enlivened by a captivating performance from the 2023 Grand Winner of the Tinig ng Pasko Chorale Competition from the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) with a beautiful rendition of Joy To The World, Veni, Emmanuel!, Kumukutikutitap, Christmas in Our Hearts, and Maligayang Pasko.
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| The kids of TV5's new daytime drama series "Ang Himala Ni Niño" with Frontline Pilipinas showbiz anchor Jervi Wrightson (Kaladkaren), Frontline Pilipinas Weekend anchor Andrei Felix and TV5 officials including President and CEO Guido R. Zaballero at the Kapatid network's symbolic Red Ball lighting ceremony which marks the start of its Christmas festivities with this year's theme "Hatid-Saya Ang Paskong Kapatid" (Image Source: Orange Magazine TV/TV5 Network Inc.) |
Adding to the excitement was the presence of the cast of Ang Himala Ni Niño featuring Achilles Ador, Ryrie Sofia, and Zion Cruz — these bubbly kids are part of the exciting stable of stars groomed by MQuest Ventures’ MQuest Artists Agency (MQAA). Their appearance brought joy to fans, making the night even more special. Those at home were able to enjoy some of the festivities on their television screens during TV5's flagship primetime newscast Frontline Pilipinas with showbiz and information segment host Jervi Wrightson (Kaladkaren). The Red Ball lighting ceremony served as a powerful call to join TV5’s “Hatid-Saya” movement by spreading kindness, love, and support to those in need. This symbolic lighting stands as a beacon of hope, encouraging everyone to work together toward a brighter future for all Filipinos.
Be part of the Kapatid Christmas joy by watching your favorite news and entertainment shows, such as Ang Himala Ni Niño airing weekdays at 11:15 am right before Eat Bulaga and Frontline Pilipinas at 6:30 pm after Wil To Win, on TV5 and TV5 HD on Cignal channel 15. Visit www.tv5.com.ph and TV5's official social media accounts to stay updated on the latest from the Kapatid network. Viewers should also look forward to the launch of TV5's "Hatid-Saya Ang Paskong Kapatid" Christmas station ID in the coming months leading to the celebration of Christmas in the Philippines.
