{"id":206340,"date":"2019-03-12T04:55:45","date_gmt":"2019-03-12T08:55:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/?p=206340"},"modified":"2019-03-12T04:55:45","modified_gmt":"2019-03-12T08:55:45","slug":"toda-one-i-love-laughter-and-kilig-with-realities-on-philippine-politics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/2019\/03\/12\/toda-one-i-love-laughter-and-kilig-with-realities-on-philippine-politics\/","title":{"rendered":"TODA One I Love: Laughter and kilig with realities on Philippine politics"},"content":{"rendered":"
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FILE: TODA One I Love lead actors Ruru Madrid, Kylie Padilla, and David Licauco. (Supplied Photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Family, love, politics\u2014all sprinkled with humor and romance.<\/p>\n

Since its world premiere last February,\u00a0TODA One I Love<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0continues to be the nightly TV viewing habit of Filipinos.<\/p>\n

The success of this GMA News and Public Affairs\u2019 election offering only proves how much their fans have missed the KyRu loveteam, with Kylie Padilla and Ruru Madrid giving justice to their characters Gelay and Emong, respectively. Adding more kilig to the equation is the note-worthy presence of Kapuso chinito heartthrob David Licauco whose character Kobe is giving Emong a hard time winning Gelay\u2019s heart.<\/p>\n

But beyond the funny lines and romance of this\u00a0Kapuso primetime show, are the\u00a0realities of Philippine politics, with every episode reflecting on what is happening in society.<\/p>\n

When her father was mysteriously murdered, Gelay had to step up and assume the role as the head of the family while seeking justice for her father\u2019s death. To make ends meet, she had to work using the tricycle unit she inherited from her dad, thus Gelay became a member of LABTODA or the Barangay Labuyo Tricycle Operators and Drivers\u2019 Association. Soon, she found herself giving in to the request of her ka-TODA to run as their president. Gelay won, saw what was ailing the association, and wanted to help.<\/p>\n

But being a TODA president was not a walk in the park. Her plans to correct the system were met with criticism and dissent from some members. To make things worse, Gelay found herself and LABTODA entangled in local politics. Ex-mayor Mayora Dyna Generoso (Gladys Reyes) will do everything so that her family stays in power. She takes advantage of the fact that her husband, Mayor Migs (Victor Neri), is the incumbent mayor.<\/p>\n

Kylie has been nothing but thankful for the people who continue to support their show. In an Instagram post, she shared how grateful she was to everyone who continues to watch and support TODA One I Love, adding that she loves her character Gelay.<\/p>\n

\u201cGelay is such a gem. She is too good. I love that she speaks her mind and just chooses to do the right thing every day,\u201d the versatile actress said. \u201cI\u2019m thankful to\u00a0GMA Public Affairs\u00a0for writing such a subtlety powerful character. She triumphs over the sexist tendencies of society and she does it with grace. She is head strong yet caring and full of heart. The kind of leader LABTODA needed.\u201d<\/p>\n

She also noted how the show has other beautiful characters, showing different kinds of women. \u201cOur show is proudly ruled by women, strong smart, ambitious women eager to get what they want,\u201d she said. \u201cI\u2019m happy to be part of this project. It is definitely a show that is timely and relevant to our social climate,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n

Viewers must brace themselves for more exciting scenes in the coming weeks. Expect more plot twists from the characters of\u00a0Jackie Rice, Kim Domingo, Tina Paner, Maureen Larrazabal<\/strong>, and\u00a0Raymond Bagatsing<\/strong>. Adding color as well are\u00a0Cai Cortez, Buboy Villar, Archie Alemania, Kimpoy Feliciano, Ayeesha Cervantes<\/strong>, and\u00a0Bruce Roeland<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Aside from\u00a0Katrina Halili,\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0Christopher de Leon<\/strong>, watch out for other special guest appearances.<\/p>\n

TODA One I Love<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0is written by Volta delos Santos, Robert Raz, Mario Banzon, and Aya Anunciacion. It is directed by\u00a0Jeffrey Hidalgo\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0Nick Olanka<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Kapuso viewers abroad can also catch\u00a0TODA One I Love<\/strong>\u00a0on GMA Pinoy TV. For the program guide, visit\u00a0<\/em>www.gmapinoytv.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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