Who's your pick this year? | RAWR AWARDS 2018
The annual RAWR Awards is back with a vengeance with more stars, celebrities and more tv personalities! This time I'm not just a guest, I'm a media partner!
What is the RAWR Awards?
The award seeks to recognize local talents in the entertainment industry, build stronger ties with relevant and like-minded partners, and utilize this as a venue to express LionHearTV.net’s gratitude to everyone who supported the site since its first time to go online.
With a total of 25 awards (under 3 major categories - Lion, Cub and Pride) at stake this year, it will be a night to remember especially with a gorgeous venue like Le Rêve Pool Party.
CUB
Bibo Award
Dress to the nines on November 14, Wednesday, 6pm and I'll catch you there?
Read on for the who's -who of nominees per category
CUB
Bibo Award
The award clearly indicates being active or maybe the brightest child star the public has come to endear with. The recipient of the award has this innocence that can be described as ‘breath of fresh air’; he or she has shown dedication at work despite his or her young age.
Nominees are Xia Vigor (The Kids Choice), Baeby Baste (Eat Bulaga), Chunsa Jung (Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids Edition), Elia Ilano (Sana Dalawa Ang Puso), Leanne Bautista (The Cure), Yuan Francisco (Victor Magtanggol), Justin James Quilantang (Playhouse) and Sofia Pablo (Onanay).
Favorite Bida
Bida means the lead—it can refer to either the star on a television show or in a film. The Favorite Bida of is someone who gave a remarkable performance. Though being a protagonist back then are the victims and who allow the antagonist to just abuse him or her; today, the Bida knows how to fight and still earn the sympathy of the audience.
Nominees are Coco Martin (FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano), Kathryn Bernardo (La Luna Sangre), Enrique Gil (Bagani), Alden Richards (Victor Magtanggol), Barbie Forteza (Inday Will Always Love You), Erich Gonzales (The Blood Sisters), Marian Rivera (Super Ma’am), and Bianca Umali (Kambal Karibal).
Nominees are Coco Martin (FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano), Kathryn Bernardo (La Luna Sangre), Enrique Gil (Bagani), Alden Richards (Victor Magtanggol), Barbie Forteza (Inday Will Always Love You), Erich Gonzales (The Blood Sisters), Marian Rivera (Super Ma’am), and Bianca Umali (Kambal Karibal).
Favorite Kontrabida
Any Bida will not be as effective and convincing if his or her kontrabida fails to deliver. The said award is given to the antagonist who made the audience hate them because of the guts and he or she can steal the spotlight from the lead if given the chance. With many bankable artists turn into the villains they are now, one can only be hailed as the Ultimate Kontrabida.
Any Bida will not be as effective and convincing if his or her kontrabida fails to deliver. The said award is given to the antagonist who made the audience hate them because of the guts and he or she can steal the spotlight from the lead if given the chance. With many bankable artists turn into the villains they are now, one can only be hailed as the Ultimate Kontrabida.
Nominees are Kyline Alcantara (Kambal Karibal), Gladys Reyes (Inday Will Always Love You), Jhong Hilario (FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano), Ryan Eigenmann (Bagani), Richard Gutierrez (La Luna Sangre), Katrina Halili (The Stepdaughters), John Estrada (Victor Magtanggol), and Gabby Eigenmann (Contessa).
Beshie ng Taon
In any story, he or she is the sidekick, the supporter who cheers for the Bida. Oftentimes, he or she is overlooked and taken for granted, but because of his or her contribution to tell and complete a story—he or she gives the lead a special support system and because of that—he or she deserves that recognition, too.Beshie ng Taon
Nominees are Zaijan Jaranilla (Bagani), Pauline Mendoza (Kambal Karibal), Joross Gamboa (La Luna Sangre), Super Tekla (Inday Will Always Love You), Darren Espanto (The How’s of Us), Dion Ignacio (Victor Magtanggol), Karla, MC, Lassy, Wacky Kiray (Gandarrapido), and Mark Neumann (I Love You Hater).
The Great Comeback
Nominees are JM de Guzman, Kristine Hermosa, Manolo Pedrosa, Aga Muhlach, Kylie Padilla, Jolo Revilla, Maricel Soriano and Mark Anthony Fernandez.
Stars are born, but not all are able to have that longevity in the industry. Seldom for those who shunned away from the limelight are given another chance to shine; there are a few or one who is able to reclaim his or her status as a celebrity. The said star may have been missed truly by his or her fans or the public as a whole and still able to score a smashing comeback.
Movie ng Taon
From September 2017 to September this year, movies have created abuzz not just because of its topnotch performance, its storytelling but it has somehow caught the attention both the moviegoers and the critics. Every year, the local and international film industry offer materials that created such a stir and even break box-office records as well.
Nominees are The Hows of Us, Miss Granny, Sid & Aya, Liway, Signal Rock, Buy Bust, Never Not Love You, and Loving in Tandem.
Bet na Bet na Teleserye
Each year, the quality of our TV shows or series have become more competitive, innovative and impressive. Plots get deeper or crazier and the artists become better. Truly, these shows are testaments of how great Filipino artistry is.
Nominees are FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano, Inday
Will Always Love You, The Blood Sisters, The Good Son, La Luna Sangre, Bagani, Ika-6
Na Utos, and Kambal Karibal
Hugot Song of the Year
Songs reflect the heart and the soul of an
artist and it affect the listeners. This is a song that made the public define
a particular emotion—it can be joy, sorrow or pain. That song is something that
most people have that LSS or last song syndrome or can be an anthem for the
whole year round.
Nominees are Tagpuan by Moira dela Torre
(Kasal), Nadarang by Shanti Dope, Di na Muli by Janine Tenoso (Sid & Aya), Isa
Pang Araw by Sarah Geronimo (Miss Granny), Sana by Marion Aunor (Never Not Love
You), Mundo by IV of Spades, Lumang Tugtugin by Inigo Pascual, and Right There
by James Reid
Pak na Pak na Comedian
Most people say that doing drama or action
or engaging in a sexy act is difficult to attain, however, making people laugh
is even a hard task. Laughter is one of the best medicines there is and someone
has to have that timing and the knack of throwing the right jokes and still
enjoy the humor.
Nominees are Vice Ganda, Angelica
Panganiban, Michael V., Super Tekla, Vhong Navarro, Paolo Ballesteros, Maine
Mendoza and Karla Estrada.
Favorite Newbie
Spotlighting the freshest face[s] or maybe
those who just ventured into the entertainment circuit is one of the most
exciting parts in this award-body. He or she has impressed the public or the
eyes of scrutinizing critics. Though new, the star has made a good mark and was
given that stamp of approval and predicted to have a promising future in the
industry.
Nominees are Jacque 'Ate Girl' Gonzaga, Janine
Berdin, Juliana Parizcova Segovia, Charlie Dizon, Donny Pangilinan, Shanti Dope,
Angelina Cruz, and Pauline Mendoza.
LION
Love Team of the Year
This is presented to the tandem that is
most-loved by our dear LionhearTV Cubs. It is a pair that has captivated the
hearts of many. Not only do they make their fans believe in love, but they also
set a good example for their followers and to the younger generation as well.
They are two individuals that people can look up to on-and-off cam.
Nominees are JoshLia, KathNiel, LizQuen, JaDine,
MayWard, DerBie, DonKiss, and JuanBie tandems.
Actor of the Year
The recognition is given to an outstanding
male star. He stood out from the rest of nominees for the said category. He has
shown versatility and impressive performance for his craft; set a standard. He
effectively portrayed the role or the character assigned to him and has
affected a great audience, as well.
Nominees are Coco Martin (FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano), Joshua Garcia (The Good Son), Dingdong Dantes (Sid & Aya), Alden Richards (Ala-Ala), Daniel Padilla (The How’s Of Us), Christian Bables (Signal Rock), JM de Guzman (PHR Presents Araw-Gabi), and Paulo Avelino (Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral).
Actress of the Year
This is to salute the exceptional
performance of an actress. She broke all the norms. She is a woman of both
substance and talent, her character has empowered the female populace. The
award spotlights how the female artist has debunked the double standards of
Filipino on women and has proven that women can take big roles, too.
Nominees are Sunshine Dizon (Ika-6 Na
Utos), Glaiza de Castro (Liway), Aiai Delas Alas (School Service), Bela Padilla
(St. Gallen), Sarah Geronimo (Miss Granny), Anne Curtis (Buybust), Erich
Gonzales (The Blood Sisters), and Kathryn Bernardo (The Hows of Us).
Favorite Performer
The award is for the artist who nailed both
singing and dancing as well. He or she is a true ‘performer’
all-through-and-through and has owned the stage; outdone the strong competition
he or she had to face. The award signifies versatility.
Nominees are Sarah Geronimo (This 15 Me), Jona
(PRIMA Jona), Morissette Amon (Morissette is Made), Anne Curtis (Anne Kulit), Maja
Salvador (Maja on Stage), Alden Richards (Adrenaline Rush), Martin Nievera-Ogie
Alcasid-Regine Velasquez-Erik Santos (#PAMORE), and KZ Tandingan (SUPREME).
Favorite TV host
The Favorite TV Host is the face of the any
show that any audience get to enjoy watching whether on a weekday or on a
weekend basis. Some might say that this is the easiest job in the industry, but
one cannot make the viewers crave for more without the gab for words and the
confidence to carry a show. With his or her charm and commendable skills, this
host is truly a topnotch.
Nominees are Boy Abunda (Tonight With Boy
Abunda), Vice Ganda (Gandang Gabi Vice), Karla Estrada-Melai Cantiveros-Jolina
Magdangal (Magandang Buhay), Willie Revillame (Wowowin), JoWaPao (Eat Bulaga –
Sugod Bahay), Eugene Domingo (Celebrity Bluff), Robi Domingo-Kim Chiu (Star
Hunt), and Luis Manzano (I Can See Your Voice).
Favorite Radio DJ
He is the person and the favorite voice on
the radio waves. Despite the fact that they can only be heard, but some radio
stations have already managed to combine audio-visual altogether like
broadcasting on TV or on the Net—his or her intended audience can now see how
he or she does his or her job. But that voice does not remain a voice but it
has a great responsibility to create an impact as well.
Nominees are Papa Jackson (Energy FM
106.7), DJ Jhai Ho (MOR 101.9), Papa Dudut (Barangay LS 97.1), Nicole
Hyala-Chris Tsuper (Love Radio 90.7), DJ Chacha (MOR 101.9), Slick Rick-Toni
Tony-Sam YG (Magic 89.9), Papa Obet (Barangay LS 97.1), and Kuya Chico (Energy
FM 106.7).
News Personality of the Year (Female and
Male)
The chosen news personality female and male
has done a great job in the field of journalism. He or she has weathered
through all the issues thrown at him or her. Apart from that, he or she has
showcased the passion and that brand of dedication and determination to deliver
newsworthy and noteworthy stories to the public.
Nominees for Female are Jessica Soho, Bernadette
Sembrano, Vicky Morales, Kara David, Mel Tiangco, Korina Sanchez, Karen Davila,
and Gretchen Fullido.
Nominees for Male are Noli de Castro, Atom
Araullo, Ted Failon, Jeff Canoy, Migs Bustos, Julius Babao, Mike Enriquez, and Ivan
Mayrina.
Digital Influencer of the Year
He or she mirrors the image of being the
most sought-after online influencer as of today. With the rise of digital
content creators, the competition immediately became tighter; but there’s only
one who emerged and gained the trust of the Netizens. He or she plays a big
role in advancing and being a responsible online user via social media
platforms.
Nominees are Lloyd Cadena, Alex Gonzaga, Ethel
Booba, Kimpoy Feliciano, Alodia Gosiengfiao, JaMill, Wil Dasovich, and Ranz
Kyle-Niana.
Breakthrough Artist of the Year
Not necessarily a newcomer, but he or she
is an artist, a personality that rocked the entertainment scene with such a
sterling performance and perhaps an achievement that impressed many. It is a
matter of leaving a great impact for the Filipino audience to see what he or
she can still offer, positively.
Tony Labrusca, Kyline Alcantara, Joao
Constancia, Devon Seron, Pia Wurtzbach, Nash Aguas, Gwen Zamora, and Therese
Malvar.
Favorite Group
Aside from individual awards, this category
recognizes the best group in the entertainment circuit has. There may be people
who shine individually, but surely there is joy to watch a group that does such
feat equally.
Nominees are Hashtags, 4th Impact, TOP, MNL
48, JBK One Up, BoybandPH, and Ex Battalion.
The Advocate
The award recognizes the celebrity whose
advocacy has made a difference in the community. That the efforts he or she has
put in are not just mere publicity, but all for the good of humanity and leave
and impart the people with that sense of humility and unity to support a
particular cause.
Nominees are Angel Locsin (Red Cross), MayWard
(ELM Tree Foundation), Anne Curtis (UNICEF), Catriona Gray (Young Focus), Alden
Richards (Habitat) Kathryn Bernardo (Noordhoff Craniofacial Foundation
Philippines), Pia Wurtzbach (UN AIDS), and Dingdong Dantes (YES Pinoy).
PRIDE
Fan Club of the Year
Fans are the most precious people,
celebrities could have. They are the real reason why a star is born and
continue to make it big because of their support. They devote time and effort
for their idols, but only the responsible ones last.
Nominees are Popsters, Darrenatics, KathNiel,
MayWard, JaDine, LizQuen, Kapuso Brigade, and DonKiss.
TV Station of the Year
The way to success is steep, even the roads
going there is rough and bumpy at times. Competitions between stations will
forever be fierce; each one trying to outwit, outdone any efforts or initiatives
for the ratings’ sake. But at the end of the day, only the one who succeeded in
impressing the public with an outstanding branding, quality of output, good
public relations and even better service do matter the most.
Nominees are ABS-CBN, PTV4, TV5, GMA
Network, CNN Philippines, UNTV, ABS-CBN Sports+Action, and GMA News TV.
Radio Station of the Year
Even if the digital platform may have
somehow overtaken the radio, still the industry refuses to bend but continue to
innovate and strive to put up a good fight and be updated or still stay
significant over the years. Nothing beats the spontaneity of listening to the
radio. Whether inside the office or at the comfort of your own room or even
driving or even walking, radio is still and will always stay as a good
companion.
Nominees are MOR 101.9, Love Radio 90.7,
YES FM, DWRX Monster Radio 93.1 5, DZMM 630, Barangay LS 97.1, DZBB, and News
FM 92.3.
#RAWRawards2018 would not be made possible without the support of its partners—PLDT Smart and Le Rêve as well as special thanks to the following Lalamove Philippines, Home Credit Philippines, Brother Philippines, CAT PR, Voyager Innovations, CID Communication, Jollibee, Mode Devi, Starbucks Philippines, Akrotiri, Copperazo, Fuentes Manila, and DOJO PR.
To vote for the nominees in their
respective categories, log on to lionheartv.net/rawrawards2018. Voting is ongoing and will end on November
4, 11:59PM
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