Latest news with #Lolong:AngPangilngMaynila
GMA Network
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Ruru Madrid expresses interest in directing
Aside from acting, Ruru Madrid is also eyeing getting into directing. On Wednesday's 'Fast Talk with Boy Abunda,' Ruru was asked if he has any interest in taking on a directorial job. 'Gusto. Sobrang gusto,' Ruru said. The Sparkle actor confirmed that he will get there, and it's something that he wants to do in the future. 'Yes. And anytime soon,' he added. Ruru stars in 'Lolong: Ang Pangil ng Maynila,' which is set to air its grand finale on Friday. Ruru had wrapped up his taping for the series and signed off as his title character, saying playing the role of Lolong was never easy because it comes with some sacrifice. 'Dumaan kami sa matitinding pagsubok, lalo na nung hindi ako makagalaw dahil sa injury. Kailangan naming baguhin ang takbo ng kwento. Pero hindi tumigil ang laban. Hindi bumitaw ang bawat isa. Lahat nag-step up, nagkaisa, at piniling lumaban para sa isa't isa,' he said. The Kapuso Primetime Action Hero first played the title character in 2022 when "Lolong" Season 1 premiered. In "Lolong: Pangil ng Maynila," Lolong moves to Manila for a fresh start after losing his powers. There, he encounters action-packed adventures and challenges. The series airs Mondays to Fridays at 8 p.m. after "24 Oras" on GMA Prime. —Carby Rose Basina/CDC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Ruru Madrid, Kyline Alcantara, AiAi delas Alas, Jessica Villarubin heading to Canada in August
Ruru Madrid, Kyline Alcantara, AiAi delas Alas, and Jessica Villarubin are coming to Toronto, Canada. On Instagram, Sparkle GMA Artist Center announced the return of Sparkle World Tour, which will kick off on August 16 and 17. More details have yet to be announced. Ruru stars in 'Lolong: Ang Pangil ng Maynila,' while Kyline is set to star in 'Beauty Empire.' Meanwhile, AiAi is returning for the new season of 'The Clash' as one of the judges. Jessica won the competition's third season in 2020. —Carby Rose Basina/CDC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Ruru Madrid signs off as Lolong as series wraps up filming: ‘What a journey'
Ruru Madrid signed off as his title character as 'Lolong: Ang Pangil ng Maynila' has wrapped up taping. On Instagram, the Sparkle star shared some snaps taken from the set of 'Lolong' along with a heartfelt reflection on his role. 'Kagabi, natapos na ang huling taping day ng Lolong. Hanggang ngayon, may sepanx pa rin. What a journey,' he wrote. According to Ruru, playing the role of Lolong was never easy because it comes with some sacrifice. 'Dumaan kami sa matitinding pagsubok, lalo na nung hindi ako makagalaw dahil sa injury. Kailangan naming baguhin ang takbo ng kwento. Pero hindi tumigil ang laban. Hindi bumitaw ang bawat isa. Lahat nag-step up, nagkaisa, at piniling lumaban para sa isa't isa,' he said. 'Pinilit kong bumangon at magtrabaho kahit may iniinda, dahil alam kong kailangan nila ako—at kailangan namin ang isa't isa. Dahil para sa amin, ang totoong tagumpay ay nasa samahan, sa puso, at sa tibay ng loob,' the actor added. Ruru expressed his gratitude to everyone who was part of "Lolong," saying that the show taught him invaluable lessons both as an actor and as a person that he will carry with him moving forward. 'I'm beyond grateful na muling bigyang-buhay ang karakter ni Lolong. Isang bihirang pagkakataon na maipagpatuloy ang kwento ng isang karakter na sobra kong minahal. To revisit his story, wear his skin again, and fight his battles—what a blessing,' he said. The Kapuso star also thanked GMA Network for believing in him as well as for the opportunity to bring back Lolong for the second time. 'Sobrang laking bagay nito para sa akin. Hindi ko ito kailanman kakalimutan. Salamat sa lahat ng sumuporta at sumama sa paglalakbay namin,' Ruru wrote. As 'Lolong' comes to an end, Ruru expressed his hope that viewers will stay with them until the final episode, as the show is especially dedicated to them and to every heart that continues to fight. 'Hindi dito nagtatapos ang Lolong—dahil ang tunay na bayani, hindi kailanman nawawala,' he said. In a previous interview, Ruru said that the "Lolong" series gave him courage and changed him not just as an artist but as a human being. The Kapuso Primetime Action hero first played the title character in 2022 when "Lolong" Season 1 premiered. In "Lolong: Pangil ng Maynila," Lolong (Ruru) moves to Manila for a fresh start after losing his powers. There, he encounters action-packed adventures and challenges. The series airs Mondays to Fridays at 8 p.m. after "24 Oras" on GMA Prime. —Jade Veronique Yap/CDC, GMA Integrated News
