“FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” cast in Quiapo, Manila. Image: Instagram/@dreamscapeph
The “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” cast members did not disappoint fans as they earned praises and admiration for the TV series’ pilot episode aired on Monday, Feb. 13.
The cast, led by Coco Martin, watched the pilot episode of “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” along with the public in a live viewing event held in Quiapo, Manila.
Martin shared glimpses of the jam-packed event through his Instagram page, showing his co-stars Christopher de Leon, Cherry Pie Picache, Lito Lapid, Pen Medina, Miles Ocampo and Ryza Cenon, among others, in attendance. ABS-CBN executives Cory Vidanes and Lauren Dyogi were also present at the event.
“FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” immediately became a trending Twitter topic in the Philippines as fans lauded the actors, most especially Ocampo, Martin and Cenon, for their effective portrayal of their characters.
What a pilot episode. Kudos to great cinematography, sound scoring, and color grading. It feels like watching an indie film. And Miles Ocampo delivers a laudable and top-tier acting. Director Coco Martin, mahusay! #FPJsBatangQuiapoDay pic.twitter.com/foA4xilstD
— ego 🐶 (@diarynggwaps) February 13, 2023
"Anak ko 'yan!!!"
Miles Ocampo, everyone. No wonder why direk Coco said they applauded when editing Miles Ocampo's scene/s. She's indeed one of this generation's best actresses. #FPJsBatangQuiapo #FPJsBatangQuiapoDay pic.twitter.com/28Dy2kqgit
— ♕ (@dwumple) February 13, 2023
The way Miles Ocampo gave justice to her role!! Ang galing!!! #FPJsBatangQuiapoDay pic.twitter.com/MMC4mCUTop
— Shelby (@melowsjames) February 13, 2023
https://twitter.com/hyeintrend/status/1625125048456740866
Also, another good actress, Ms. @iamryzacenon, clap clap clap!! 💅
#FPJsBatangQuiapoDay pic.twitter.com/TLvd4o4Uvo
— JamesBalmesAngustia (@JamesAngustia2) February 13, 2023
Aside from having gained over 36, 000 tweets as of writing, the TV series also had more than 340,000 concurrent views during its Monday airing, as per its production company Dreamscape Entertainment.
Image: Twitter
Image: Twitter
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“FPJ’s Batang Quiapo,” which is meant to commemorate Fernando Poe Jr.’s 18th death anniversary, is an ABS-CBN TV series adaptation of the 1986 movie starring “Da King.” The filming of the series started last Jan. 9 during the feast of the Black Nazarene. /ra