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GMA Pinoy TV kicks off 10th anniversary celebration with Ai-Ai delas Alas in Kapusong Pinoy Vancouver and Anaheim


 

Upon the recent announcement of Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera’s pregnancy, another Kapuso queen is slated to headline GMA Pinoy TV’s Kapusong Pinoy Vancouver and Anaheim as Philippine Comedy Queen and returning Kapuso Ai-Ai delas Alas promises to bring the fun to Kapuso audiences abroad.
 
Ai-Ai will be joined by Kapuso stars Christian Bautista, Alden Richards, Jonalyn Viray and Betong Sumaya as they kick off a year-long celebration for GMA International’s 10th anniversary.
 
Organized by GMA’s flagship international channel GMA Pinoy TV, in association with Unit Blue Design & Media Production Services, Kapusong Pinoy Vancouver will be held on May 29 at The Orpheum Theatre in Vancouver, Canada.
 
Meanwhile, GMA Pinoy TV, in association with Polaris Media & Marketing, will stage Kapusong Pinoy Anaheim on May 31 at the City National Grove of Anaheim in California.
 
Marian withdrew from her shows abroad due to her delicate condition but asks for her fans’ understanding as she welcomes this new milestone in her life. “Gusto ko sanang humingi ng dispensa sa lahat po ng mga Kapuso natin sa LA at saka sa Canada. Kasi may tour po ako dun, eh hindi ko po siya kayang gawin,” she said in an exclusive interview with multi-awarded GMA News pillar Jessica Soho.
 
Ai-Ai, who recently signed a contract with the Kapuso Network and received an enthusiastic welcome upon her return to her home network, is more than happy to help out her “kambal,” as she fondly calls Marian.
 
“Okay na ‘yan, kambal. Tutal magkamukha naman tayo. Sagot na kita! Dahil oo, ito na po. Kapuso na po ako ulit!” says Ai-Ai.
 
The multi-talented actress, comedienne and TV host, who makes her Kapuso comeback via the series Let the Love Begin starting this May, is raring to elicit endless laughter from her fellow Kapuso abroad.


 
“Handa na ba kayo mga Kapuso? Ako po, handang-handa nang magbigay ng saya, tawanan at kasiyahan sa ating mga kababayan diyan sa Vancouver at Anaheim!” she exclaims.
 
As the Network’s international business unit celebrates its 10th anniversary, it pays tribute to its loyal audience and partners overseas.
 
“We are grateful to our friends, partners, and subscribers who have journeyed with GMA Pinoy TV in the past 10 years,” expresses GMA Vice President for International Operations Joseph T. Francia.
 
“Following the success of our Kapusong Pinoy events in various parts of the world, our concerts in Vancouver and Anaheim are only the first of many gifts that we are offering this year in keeping with our promise of bringing global Filipinos closer to home,” he reveals.
 
Other members of the Kapusong Pinoy cast also give credit to the years of service that GMA International has imparted to Kapuso audiences all over the world. “10 years is always a great accomplishment. I’m happy and proud that GMA Pinoy TV has been able to touch lives of our kababayans around the world this long. Congrats!” says Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista, whose fans may catch him on GMA’s variety program Sunday All Stars.
 
He also promises to deliver an amazing show for the Kapuso audience. “The Anaheim and Vancouver show is going to be a blast! We have comedy, we have dancing, and we have singing. We have your favorite artists performing your favorite tunes. See you all there!” he says to his fellow Filipinos overseas.
 
One of GMA’s top leading men Alden Richards, who starred in the historical drama Ilustrado and hosted the reality talent search Bet ng Bayan, is looking forward to sharing the experience with his fans there. “I truly appreciate being part of an event that brings happiness to Filipinos abroad and I’m glad that GMA International considered me to be a part of this,” he humbly says. “The fans can expect us to give them one fun-filled and exciting show so magkita-kita po tayo mga Kapuso!”
 
Likewise, Fearless Diva Jonalyn Viray, who has proven her versatility and vocal prowess through a string of local and international successes, shares her excitement about the upcoming show. “This event is really about bringing the Filipinos together, wherever they may be in the world,” says the Sunday All Stars mainstay, who was also featured in Kapusong Pinoy sa Singapore in 2014. “So to our kababayan abroad, expect a whole lot of fun the Kapuso way!” -
 
“Sana'y mas lumawak pa at mas marami pang bansa sa buong mundo ang ma-reach ng GMA para mas marami pang Pinoy ang maabot nila,” shares actor-comedian Betong Sumaya who is thrilled to be part of the Vancouver and Anaheim leg.
 
Just like his previous performances in Kapusong Pinoy sa LA and Singapore last year, he will portray his beloved character Antonietta from the Philippines’ longest-running gag show Bubble Gang. “Abangan nila ang mas makulit, mas nakatatawa at mas kwelang Antonietta pagdating sa Vancouver at Anaheim. Hahataw at kakanta muli si Antonietta ng mga awiting siguradong ma-e-enjoy ng ating mga kababayan sa Vancouver at Anaheim! Amazing!” he says, uttering his famous catchphrase.
 
Join in the celebration of 10 years of being one at heart with global Filipinos using the hashtag #Sampuso in your online posts, photos and tweets.
 
GMA Pinoy TV’s Kapusong Pinoy Vancouver is sponsored by Pag Ibig Fund, Vista Residences, Ritemed, and Transfast.
 
Kapusong Pinoy Vancouver will be held on May 29. Gates open at 7:00 PM. For tickets, please call (604) 365-6068 in Vancouver, (778) 713-0376 in New Westminster, (778) 829-4489 in Tri-cities, (604) 588-6397 in Surrey, and (604) 504-5991 in Fraser Valley.
 
GMA Pinoy TV’s Kapusong Pinoy Anaheim is sponsored by Xoom.com, Mapua Institute of Technology, Pag Ibig Fund, Amaia, Vonage, International Travel Network, Red Ribbon, Ritemed, Chowking, Moneygram, Smart World Mobile, Davies Paints, Financial Rescue, The Generics Pharmacy, Everest Aircondition, DirecTV, Taxxmart, Flawless Faces, Debt Aid Consulting, Cebu Pacific, Alas Cargo, Goldilocks and Tancinco Law Office.
  
Kapusong Pinoy Anaheim will be held on May 31. City National Grove of Anaheim is located on 2200 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA. Gates open at 6:30 PM. For tickets, please call 310-989-4523 or 310-986-1665. -- GMA News
 
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