‘Bayan Ko,’ ‘Titser’ honored at the Hildegarde Awards

CEBU, Philippines -  GMA News TV’s original series “Bayan Ko” and “Titser” were both awarded for Outstanding Achievement in the Broadcast Media at the 8th Hildegarde Awards for Women in Media and Communications held March 8 at the St. Scholastica’s College in Manila.

“Together, both shows represent the best in Philippine television and serve as exemplars of what programming should be – entertaining, yes, but also relevant, inspiring and truly empowering,” said Hildegarde Awards Exec. Director Johnathan Libarios Rondina.

The mini series “Bayan Ko” bravely tackled political issues including corruption, bureaucracy and dynasties through the story of a newly elected fictional mayor fighting for good governance.  Directed by Adolfo Alix, Jr., “Bayan Ko” was top billed by Rocco Nacino as Mayor Joseph Santiago and Pen Medina as the adversarial Governor Antonio Rubio.

“Titser,” in turn, focused on the current state of Philippine education. The series recounted the story of Michelle, played by Kapuso premiere drama actress Lovi Poe, a poverty stricken high school girl who wanted to become a teacher but whose only option after graduation was to work as a housemaid. “Titser,” directed by Alvin Yapan, also starred Agot Isidro and Mara Lopez.

Both “Bayan Ko” and “Titser” were created and produced by GMA News TV channel Head Nessa Valdellon. Established in 2006 in honor of the 12th Benedictine century saint and healer Hildegarde von Bingen, the Hildegarde Awards celebrates women’s achievements in mass media and its allied fields. (PR)