Ali Sotto bounces back with reality show

SOTTO. Sincere intention of helping people.

When word got around that Ali Sotto was back in town for good, TV producers immediately signified their intention to hire her services. But, it was the offer of GMA 7 via “Starbox” that attracted her.

That show may have folded after a short run, but the seasoned host has immediately bounced back with “Personalan,” which airs weekdays at 5 p.m. on GMA News TV.

Discussions

The reality program features intimate discussions of issues and problems involving ordinary people, and presents the different sides of a story. “Life coaches” are also brought in to help resolve conflicts.

Ali sees the show as “public service, with the sincere intention of helping people.” There’s a clamor among viewers for the show to be aired live – but, while Ali is open to the idea, she says she also wants an “appreciative and quiet” audience – no violence, please!

What Ali’s dream project? She beams: “A show that satirizes politics!”

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