List of Bubble Gang recurring characters and sketches
The following describes many of the more noteworthy recurring segments and characters on GMA Network's gag show Bubble Gang.
Recurring segments
[edit]| Segment | Years aired | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Channel B | A parody of the 24-hour music channel Channel V. | |
| Ortigas vs. Mendiola | 1995–2000 | |
| Paksiw: GNA Headline Balita/Paksiw | 1996-1998, 1999-2004 | Parody of GMA Network's primetime newscast Saksi. The word paksiw refers to a Filipino dish. |
| Faxmimar de Amor | 1996 | Parody of the Mexican telenovela Marimar. |
| Bisperas de Color de Rosas (lit. 'Eve of the Color of Roses') | Parody of the Mexican telenovela Agujetas de color de rosa (lit. 'Pink Shoe Laces'). | |
| Commercial Spoofs | 1996–2023, 2024–present | Parody of commercial advertisements. Michael V. and Ogie Alcasid were the most seen characters on the commercial spoofs until the latter left the show in 2013. Diego Llorico was also seen. |
| MEV (Miyusik English Versiyon) | 1997–2000 | Michael V's parody of popular Tagalog songs translated to English in a literal way. The songs were later compiled into an album named Bubble G. Anthology in 2006.[1] |
| MTB (Miyusik Tagalog Bersiyon) | Michael V.'s parody of popular English songs translated to Tagalog in a literal and often humorous manner. The songs were later compiled into an album named Bubble Ganthology in 2006.[1] | |
| Bubble Gags | 1997–2022 | A segment where various casts of the show throw jokes about a certain situation on each other. Each gag would end up with the surprised faces of the cast/s. This was replaced by Pak Pak Shorts in 2022. |
| Ang Dating Doon (lit. 'What Used to be There') | 1998–2002, 2007, 2011–2015 | A parody of a popular religious program, Ang Dating Daan (lit. 'The Old Road'), interpreting fairy tales and children's literature instead of religious scriptures. The sketch was hosted by Isko Salvador as Brod Pete, Cesar Cosme as Bro. Willy and Chito Franscisco as Bro. Jocel.[2] In the 2007 version, the sketch was called "Doon Dati" or "Du'n Dati" (lit. 'Used to be There'), with Ara Mina as Kapatid (lit. 'Brother/Sister/Sibling') na Rosa, Wendell Ramos as Kapatid na Mel, Ogie Alcasid as Kapatid na Toto, and Michael V as Kapatid na Auring as hosts. "Du'n Dati" is a parody of Iglesia Ni Cristo's "Ang Mga Nagsi-alis sa Samahang Ang Dating Daan" (lit. 'Those Who Left the Old Road'). There is a running gag that Kapatid na Auring answers "wala" (lit. 'none') every time she is asked by Kapatid na Toto if there are any additional comments to the topic being discussed. (see below)
From 2011 onwards, the sketch has been renamed "Ang Bagong Dating Doon" (lit. 'The New What Used to be There') (later "Ang Bagong Dating Doon International") (lit. 'The New What Used to be There International'), focusing on questions or opinions from the other Bubble Gang cast members (and later "foreign" guests) and through social media sites, answering them by the hosts through song lyrics, meanwhile being interpreted by Brod Pete in a more humorous way. The sketch incorporates new technologies by using MacBook laptops and iPads as reference materials, being shown using Facebook as references and sometimes playing games, most notably Temple Run. |
| Hayop Man ay Tao Rin (lit. 'Even Animals are also People') | 1998–2004; 2015; 2020 | A debate of two animals in the Chinese zodiac (most notably in Chinese New Year) whether if it is the Year of the Goat or the Year of the Sheep (2015 reincarnation). The skit briefly returned in 2020 with the appearance of a bat which made reference to the rumors of the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
| Horrorscope | 1998-2004 | Michael V acts as Madam Rocha, a psychic who tells horoscopes, but with a ridiculously twist. She has two white crystal balls, instead of one, in front of her, and only stops making hand movements (like that of a real crystal ball) if "she" sees the viewer "face-to-face". |
| Lito's Night of Music | Lito (Michael V.) performs classical world songs with Ogie Alcasid playing the piano. The title is a parody of a defunct GMA musical show "A Little Night of Music." | |
| Di Ba Ate with Mare at Panget (lit. 'Isn't it Right, Older Sister, with Sister and Ugly') | Parody of the network's debate show, Debate with Mare at Pare (lit. 'Debate with Sister and Brother'). It is hosted by Diego Llorico and Mykah. | |
| Iskulto Finish | 1998-2000 | Ogie Alcasid acts as Prof. Ben in Black, who teaches bizarre word patterns. |
| Super Masa | A superhero loosely based on former President Joseph Estrada. His power comes from a bread he'd made. Masa is a Filipino word for the "masses" or the common people. The word was used in his presidential campaign in 1998 (Erap para sa Masa/Erap for the Masses). The word also means knead if used as a noun. | |
| Remember Wen | 1998–2005 | Hosted by Evilyn Magpayo (Ate Ebs for short). Based on ABS-CBN's Maalaala Mo Kaya (lit. 'Do You Remember?') and GMA's Magpakailanman (lit. 'Forevermore'). It was replaced by the sketch Tita Herminigilda. |
| Tips Ahoy! | 1998 | Ogie Alcasid hosts this segment, showing his viewers how to handle different situations from the mundane to the important, such as being late for work and preventing electrocution while in the shower. |
| Taiko | 1999 | Parody of the famous workout Tae-Bo. |
| Rosaminda: Advanced Edition | 2000 | A parody of the Mexican telenovela Rosalinda. |
| Unang Sirit (lit. 'First Quitting') | 2001 | A parody of GMA Network's longtime morning show Unang Hirit (lit. 'First Strike'). Michael V plays Arnold Labyo (parody of Arnold Clavio), and it features his sidekick puppet, Arf-Arf (parody of Arn-Arn). In a February 9, 2001, episode, Arn-arn was featured as guest co-host, replacing Arf-arf. |
| RAMPAGE: GUlat ni Bel Chionglo/Chiongco (lit. 'RAMPAGE: Shock by Bel Chionglo/Chiongco') | 2001–2004 | Spoof of GMA Network's defunct newscast, Frontpage: Ulat ni Mel Tiangco, Rufa Mae Quinto plays Bel Chionglo (parody of Mel Tiangco), among its running gags were Tiongco's opening line "Tsismis bukas, ngayon ang broadcast" (lit. 'Gossip tomorrow, broadcast now') and her expressing surprise after saying "Bel Chionglo po, nag-gugulat" (lit. 'Bel Chionglo, shocked'), a pun on the words ulat (lit. 'report') and gulat (lit. 'shock'). One of its logos in 2003 has a similar design to Frontpage since it was in use from 2002 to 2003. |
| JR ang Batang Kumag (later retitled as JR Kumag) | 2001–02, 2006 | A skit about a mischievous and hyperactive kid named Junior (Michael V.) who causes a lot of distress towards his parents (portrayed by Ogie Alcasid and Ara Mina) in different occasions. The word kumag means "idiot". |
| Pusoy Betty, La Kea (lit. 'Love Betty, a Guy') | 2002–03 | Parody of a popular Colombian telenovela Yo soy Betty, la fea (lit. 'I am Betty, the Ugly one'). Betty/Berto (parody of Beatriz "Betty" Aurora Pinzón Solano, portrayed by Michael V.), an ugly gay employee who was hired at a company called Yeko Moda (parody of Eco Moda) as a manager, and meeting her love interest named Sir Armando (a parody of Armando Mendoza Sáenz, portrayed by Wendell Ramos). |
| Chinese Angels | 1999-2003 | Parody of the American crime drama franchise Charlie's Angels. |
| Baklitang K (lit. 'Small Gay K') | 2002 | Parody of the news and current affairs magazine show Balitang K. |
| Sine Sinta Kita (lit. 'I Cinema Love You') (formerly Box Office Okray (BOO)) (lit. 'Box Office Criticque') | A sketch shown during or after the Metro Manila Film Festival in which they criticize all the film entries for that year. | |
| Wish Ku Lang! | A parody of Wish Ko Lang (lit. 'I Only Wish'). The title itself was also a pun word meaning "not much wishes granted!". Michael V played the role of Imbyernadette Soprano, a parody of Bernadette Sembrano, the original host of Wish Ko Lang from 2002-2004. | |
| Imbentirador/Imbalsamador (lit. 'portmanteau of Inventor and Sharpshooter/Embalmer') | A parody of the GMA Network documentary show Imbestigador (lit. 'Investigator'). Hosted by Michael Ricketts (played by Michael V., parody of Mike Enriquez). | |
| Yours Truly, Junee Lee | 2002–04 | An interview segment hosted by Junee Lee (a fictional character played by Michael V.). The segment spun off a talk show entitled Celebrity Turns with Junee and Lani. |
| GNA Splash Report | 2002–05 | Spoof of GMA Network's hourly news update, GMA Flash Report. Before and after the segment, they will splash water to the anchorman, Ivan Submarina, a parody of GMA newscaster Ivan Mayrina. |
| Yabang o Panget (lit. 'Pride or Ugly') | 2002–06 | Parody of Eat Bulaga's defunct game segment Laban o Bawi (lit. 'Fight or Flight'). Ogie Alcasid was the host of the sketch, but no one wins the question in the end. |
| TSiSMiS: Chanice and Chelli | 2002-2003 | Parody of SiS: Janice & Gelli. Michael V and Ogie Alcasid portrayed as the sisters Chanice and Chelli, a parody of both Janice and Gelli de Belen. The skit features a parody of every Kapuso actors and actresses as their guests, which ended up the sisters (and sometimes including their guests) fighting each other. The word tsismis means gossip. |
| Muchas Grasas (lit. 'Much Grease') | 2003–05, 2007 | This skit is about the family of Taong Grasa, a term describing homeless people living in abject poverty, in which they were "high-class" family by talking in English and they proved that the rich people are "low-class" and filthy (in contrast). |
| Magpa K Man Lang (lit. 'Even if it only reaches K') | 2003 | A parody of Magpakailanman (lit. 'Forevermore'). Rufa Mae Quinto portrayed as Bel Chiongco, a parody of Mel Tiangco. During its intro and outro of the first edition of the skit, Ogie Alcasid, portrayed as a parody of Wency Cornejo, being shown singing the parody theme song. |
| Ex-Men 3 | A parody of a movie X-Men 2. | |
| Kung Mawawala Ka sa Bubble Gang (lit. 'If You Will Be Gone on Bubble Gang') | A skit that parodies every GMA's primetime dramas at that time such as Kung Mawawala Ka and Sana ay Ikaw na Nga as well as Asian dramas that were aired on the same network such as Lavender. It features Ogie Alcasid and Michael V interacting to a character from the said shows in an actual footage of the episode, mostly answering them on the phone. | |
| Sana ay Ikaw Na Nga sa Bubble Gang (lit. 'It Might Be You on Bubble Gang') | ||
| Lavender sa Bubble Gang (lit. 'Lavender on Bubble Gang') | ||
| Diskubre Channel | Parody of a cable channel, Discovery Channel. | |
| Starsborn | Parody of the GMA talent show StarStruck. There is a running gag that no one gets eliminated during the sketch and new contestants were added to the competition instead. Hence the slogan: Dream, Believe, Multiply which is a parody of the actual show's slogan, Dream, Believe, Survive. The sketch only aired during the original counterpart's first season. The sketch a pun on the phrase "A star is born" | |
| 4 Oras (lit. '4 Hours') | 2004–2007, 2021 | A parody of GMA Network's primetime newscast, 24 Oras (lit. '24 Hours'). Michael V plays Michael Ricketts (parody of Mike Enriquez), Ruffa Mae Quinto plays Bel Tiongco (parody of Mel Tiangco), and Ogie Alcasid as Papaya Guano (parody of Pia Guanio). In 2006, 24 Oras anchor Mike Enriquez guest-starred in a sketch with Ricketts and Bahay Mo Ba 'To? character Mang Enriquez. Also in the same year, during its crossover episode with Extra Challenge, Paolo Bediones and Ethel Booba guessed starred in the same sketch as both played Michael Ricketts and Bel Tiongco, while Ogie Alcasid portrayed Papaya Guano, respectively. In 2021, the skit was briefly revived. Denise Barbacena portrays Michael Ricketts, Bel Tiongco, Becky Corales (parody of Vicky Morales), and Iya Bilina-Arelleno (parody of Iya Villania-Arellano). |
| Pambansang Panggulo (lit. 'National Troublemaker') | 2004 | A recurring sketch focusing on Ongpong Dela Cruz's campaign for the 2004 Philippine presidential elections. The word panggulo is a pun on the word pangulo (lit. 'President'). |
| Marilawin | 2004–05 | A spoof combination of Marinara and Mulawin, both defunct telefantasy series of GMA Network, Marina from ABS-CBN and H2O: Just Add Water. It is about a gay half-mermaid, half-Mulawin named Marilawin who is a son of a mermaid and a Mulawin. He has his human form in which he has a male upper body and female lower body, thus, he has always seen dancing using his hips (due to the fact that the woman's movements were gentler and more graceful than that of a man, and that his lower body was from a woman). |
| Ang Bagong "Diks" (lit. 'The New "Diks"', short for "Dictionary") | 2004–2007; 2022–present | Features portmanteaus of English and Tagalog words applicable to everyday Filipino culture. |
| OPM Parodies | 2005–09; 2017-2019; 2022–present | Music video parodies of popular Filipino artists and bands. The song lyrics are usually composed by Michael V.
Some notable spoofs are:
Most of the above songs are featured in Michael V.'s album, Michael V.: The Bubble G. Anthology.
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| Estimador (lit. 'Estimator') | 2005 | Another parody of the GMA Network documentary show Imbestigador (lit. 'Investigator'). Hosted by Michael Ricketts, the segment is known for its motto, "Hindi namin kayo tatantyahin!" (lit. 'We will not estimate you!') (parody of Imbestigador's tagline, "Hindi namin kayo tatantanan!" (lit. 'We will not stop coming after you')) |
| Itsura Mo! (lit. 'Your Look') | 2005–06 | A sketch showing facial expressions on different situations. |
| Jowa in the Palace (lit. 'Lover in the Palace') | Spoof of Korean drama Jewel in the Palace. The story revolves around Jang Kyu, Lady Han Dyob, Lady Pacho Choi, King Gung Gong, and other Dae Jang Geum character parodies. | |
| Pinkantadia and Eateria | Parody of GMA Network's Encantadia and Etheria: Ang Ikalimang Kaharian ng Encantadia. | |
| Trip Ko Lang! (lit. 'Just My Trip') | 2005–08 | Another parody of Wish Ko Lang (lit. 'Just My Wish'). |
| My Name is Kim Sam Son | 2006 | A parody of the Korean drama My Name is Kim Sam Soon. |
| Captain Gargle | Parody of Captain Barbell by GMA Network. It features Michael Ricketts, a spoof of Mike Enriquez. | |
| Hi Men Trio | An acoustic duo composed of Ogie Alcasid and Boy2 Quizon. Their songs are composed of poorly-written lyrics either they composed or sent by viewers nationwide. | |
| Baklantika | Gay parody of Atlantika by GMA Network. | |
| Okrah | A parody of Oprah. | |
| Bakokang | 2006–07 | A parody of GMA Network's Bakekang. |
| Iyo Tube (lit. 'You Tube') | 2007 | A parody of the video uploading website YouTube. The sketch features different videos uploaded by certain people, all wearing tube-tops. Regularly, five videos play: (1) Francine Prieto and Maureen Larrazabal play two large-chested women who flaunt their beauty, hyping themselves as perfect and unattainable; (2) Wendell Ramos and Antonio Aquitania give political commentary in tube-tops where they raise or lower their tops accordingly if they say "upload" or "download"; (3) Ogie Alcasid plays "Jun Tukmol" (lit. 'Jun Stupid'), a political activist; (4) Diana Zubiri and Michael V. give various commentary, but as a couple with a disheveled appearance; and (5) Francine and Maureen continue their self-beauty-flaunting. Later replaced by Moymoy Palaboy's lip-synch music videos. In 2011, IyoTube began to spoof the "Talking Twin Babies" video, with Ogie Alcasid & Michael V. playing as the twin babies. |
| Buwang Jini (lit. 'Crazy Jini') | A parody of KBS Drama Hwang Jin-Yi | |
| Kung Mabawi Man ang Ulam (lit. 'If the Meal is Recovered') | A parody of Sine Novela Presents Kung Mahawi Man Ang Ulap (lit. 'If the Cloud can be Split') previously aired on GMA Network (only appeared once). | |
| Sinasampal Kita (lit. 'I Slap You') | A parody of Sine Novela Presents Sinasamba Kita (lit. 'I Worship you') previously aired on GMA Network. (It showed two of the cast of the show, (guest) Valerie Concepcion and (regular) Wendell Ramos) (only appeared once). Starts when Diego finds his eyeball partner played by Wendell Ramos, but he spotted Valerie and hugs her while slapping Diego while he mentions 'sinasamba kita' to Valerie while he says 'sinasampal kita' to Diego. | |
| Kunsensya (lit. 'Conscience') | Michael V. plays the conscience of characters leading to different circumstances. This sketch shows Michael V's ability to impersonate his fellow cast members. So far, Antonio Aquitania, Diego Llorico, Mykah, Ruffa Mae Quinto, Keempee De Leon, and Ogie Alcasid have been parodied in this sketch. | |
| Maika | A spoof of Majika (Only Appeared once). | |
| Mga Tenga Ni Panghelita (lit. 'Panghelita's Ears') | Spoof of primetime GMA Network teleserye Mga Mata ni Anghelita (lit. 'Anghelita's Eyes'). Which shows Panghelita (Michael V.) being a deaf-mute. However, she can speak but cannot hear in return doing so. | |
| Paningit (lit. 'Filler') | Francine Prieto explains derivations of Tagalog and English words. | |
| Idakdak Mo (lit. 'Blurt It Out') | Parody of Eat Bulaga's game segment Itaktak Mo (lit. 'Shake It Out') (only appeared once). | |
| Pulis Pang-kalokohan (lit. 'Troublesome Police') | Parody of Zaido: Pulis Pangkalawakan (lit. 'Zaido: Space Police'). This skit is about the two policemen who have a plan to arrest anyone with comical jokes. | |
| Kamandog | 2007–08 | A parody of GMA Telebabad's Kamandag (lit. 'Venom') and a portmanteau of kamandag and "dog". |
| Ang Huling El Video (lit. 'The Last El Video') | 2008 | A short sketch whose title is a parody of the Eraserheads song Ang Huling El Bimbo (lit. 'The Last El Bimbo') which involves a man, portrayed by Michael V. making a suicidal video which ends in a failure since his camera's battery ran out and due to the interruptions during the video even though he succeeded in committing suicide. |
| Lavandera in the Palace: Pulis Pangkalooban (lit. 'Laundrywoman in the Palace: Police on the Inside') | Combined parody of Zaido: Pulis Pangkalawakan (lit. 'Zaido: Space Police'), La Vendetta, Jewel in the Palace, and Jumong. | |
| Copy Princess | Parody of GMA Network's K-drama program, Coffee Prince. Set in a xerox copy center. | |
| Poor Factor | Parody of American reality show Fear Factor in which the characters are from the Muchas Grasas (lit. 'Much Grease') segment. (Only appeared once) | |
| Gagambala (lit. 'To Disturb') | A parody of GMA's primetime drama Gagambino and Spider-Man. This skit is about a heroic "villain" named Gagambala who attempts to distract people or make mischievous ways on them using his own tambourine. Notable quote: "Ako si Gagambala at gagambalahin ko kayo." (lit. "I'm Gagambala and I'm gonna disturb you.") | |
| Tsimoy Records | A parody of Pinoy Records. | |
| Tulis! Tulis! (lit. 'Sharp! Sharp!') | A parody of TV5 show Pulis! Pulis! (lit. 'Police! Police!'). | |
| My Husband's a Woman | A parody of the Korean drama My Husband's Woman, shown on GMA Network in 2008. (Only shown once) | |
| Karton Karakters (lit. 'Cart Characters') | A sketch of normal people living in a house made of carton boxes and personalities wearing carton boxes as their clothing. | |
| Kwarta o Karton (lit. 'Money or Cart') | A parody of the former game show Kwarta o Kahon (lit. 'Money or Box'). (Only shown once) | |
| Family Few | A parody of the game show Family Feud. (Only shown once) | |
| Ang Spoiled (lit. 'The Spoiled') | 2008–2009 | A little brute Angelina (Ogie Alcasid) who is so bratty and asks different orders from her Yaya (lit. 'Nanny') (Michael V.) Her orders always bring her nanny to the worst. Angelina's notable quotes are "Yaya, you're such a loser!", "Big Deal" and "Whatever" in which she has her own finger gestures (that is, the L; Y, which resembles peace sign; and W finger gestures, which mean Loser, Yaya, and Whatever, respectively). Sketches show Angelina and her yaya in many places, such as in the mall, in school, and somewhere else, but most sketches show them both in Angelina's house, notably inside her room. Angelina's character was inspired by Angelica Pickles of the Nickelodeon TV series Rugrats, while the Yaya was inspired by The Nanny. Yaya's name is revealed in the movie "Yaya & Angelina: The Spoiled Brat Movie" as ChaCha Lucero. |
| Moymoy Palaboy (second Iyo Tube) | 2008–2016 | Moymoy Palaboy is a duo that does a webcam performance "singing" local and international hits using their lipsynch acts. The duo was discovered on YouTube, where they have upload their webcam videos of Filipino and foreign songs with lipsynch acts.[3] In 2014, the segment was used for XIX 19 B.C. (19th Anniversary) featuring the milestones of the show's past 19 years. |
| Sumbong Sumbong kay Bonggang Bongbong (Mas Pinabongga) (lit. 'Complain Complain to Flamboyant Bongbong (Made Flamboyant Further') | 2008–2013; 2016–2018; 2022; 2023 | A reality investigative program which is an obvious parody of Imbestigador and Bitag. The show is hosted by Bongbong, a gay parody of Ben Tulfo, producer, director, and host of Bitag, as well as his brothers Mon, Raffy and Erwin Tulfo. It focuses on the everyday mannerisms of society, like pushing the elevator button many times by different people, calling on the cellular phone while on the escalator, balikbayans talking in exaggerated American English while gone for only weeks, etc. In the end, they will be hit by a gavel. Even though the segment is a spoof of Bitag itself and its sister program Bitag Live!, it is also a parody of other programs of the Tulfo Brothers, such as Isumbong Mo Kay Tulfo, Wanted and Mission X (now Tutok Tulfo). Bongbong was derived from President Bongbong Marcos. It was succeeded by T3 Nyo! another Tulfo parody. The segment's second incarnation, known as Mas Pinabongga (lit. 'Made Flamboyant Further'), lasted from 2016 to 2018. In 2022, Bongbong came in the Patibong segment known as Patibong-Gang Bonggang Bongbong (lit. 'Flamboyant Bongbong's Flamboyant Trap'). In 2023, the segment was revived for Bente O-Chew (28th Anniversary) special with special guest Kim Atienza |
| Chikadora D'Exploiter | 2008-2010 | A parody of Dora the Explorer. Portrayed by Michael V. as Chikadora (spoof of Dora Marquez) and Diego Llorico. |
| Boxing Trainer/Ang Boxing Coach (lit. 'Boxing Trainer/The Boxing Coach') | 2009 | A two-part boxing sketch with Michael V as Johnny Santos and Ogie Alcasid as Benjo. In the first episode, Johnny was training for an amateur match in Wildbox Boxing Gym (an obvious parody of Wild Card Boxing Club, a Hollywood Boxing Gym owned by Manny Pacquiao's head trainer Coach Freddie Roach) until he met Benjo, his substitute trainer after finding out that the boxer's coach has flu. During the training, he says several words that Johnny cannot understand such as "himu jaba", which is in fact one of the boxing combination moves. Near the end of the training, Johnny became upset when his trainer says lots of gibberish and beats Benjo up which Johnny interpreted as the trainer's orders. In the second part, Ang Boxing Coach, the amateur match between Johnny Santos and Ricky Marcelo (Dennis Trillo) is about to begin. Before the start of the match, Benjo came and told about the bad news that Johnny's trainer has H1N1 (interpreted by Benjo as "Hini") and was hospitalized, and once again, Benjo substituted but Johnny disagreed because of his misunderstood words. Benjo said to forget about it and reconcile, focus on the match, and listen to every move he says. Johnny was doing pretty well until the trainer said: "himu jaba", one of the words Johnny cannot understand (the other two words were "himo dede boobi" and "katumachiku jumama poompoom") which causes the boxer to hold back and knock out by his opponent until he lost after the third knockout. After the fight, Ricky thanked Benjo for his "professional" coaching because of his "simple" words that Johnny cannot understand. In fact, he told Johnny one of the "moves"' real meaning (i.e. Katumachiku jumana poompoom which means Jab, straight, hook, uppercut). The second episode is in fact a parody of the fight between Ricky Hatton and Manny Pacquiao, in which Pacquiao knocked out the British fighter twice in the first round and KO'ing him in the second round. the second episode shows the exact opposite since Ricky Marcello (parody of Ricky Hatton) knocked out Johnny Santos (parody of Manny Pacquiao) in the same sequence in the original fight. |
| Tio Petto and Panopio | A parody of Mister Geppetto and Pinocchio. As of July 10, 2009, it has shown 7 episodes. | |
| D Moon New | Parody of Twilight's sequel New Moon, starring Ogie Alcasid as Eduardo (a spoof of Edward Cullen), Rufa Mae Quinto as Mella (parody of Bella Swan), Antonio Aquitania as Jacol (parody of Jacob Black) and Michael V. as Daniel, Mella's new love interest who is later revealed to be a married womanizer. Hence, his wife calls him demonyo (demon/devil). Hence, the title. Appeared only once and aired exactly one week before Christmas. | |
| Dingga | 2010 | A parody of Darna with Michael V as Ading, a lame man who, whenever he ate a magical bubble gum will transform him into a gay superhero named Dingga. The enemies shown in this spoof were also inspired by Darna's early foes and the character from Dark Horse Comics, the first of which is Baklang Impakta, which is a parody of Babaeng Impakta and Hellgay, which is the parody of Hellboy. |
| Haka Haka (Bukakabukaka) (lit. 'Guess (Wide Open)') | A parody of Discovery Channel's science television program Mythbusters. Starring Michael V. as Jamie Hyneman and Ogie Alcasid as Adam Savage. They test the validity of various superstitious beliefs of Filipinos. | |
| Ay Witness (lit. 'Oh Witness') | A parody of a Public Affairs late night program I-Witness. | |
| Pinoy Gago and Pinoy Jenyo (lit. 'Pinoy Idiot') | A parody of Eat Bulaga's most popular game segment, Pinoy Henyo (lit. 'Pinoy Genius'). | |
| Don't Etching Me | Parody of Showbiz Central's Don't Lie To Me. It is hosted by Michael V. as Sweat (parody of John "Sweet" Lapus). On February 3, 2012, there is another parody called Don't Die To Me, where instead of using a lie detector, the guest is tortured in order to admit the rumors about him/her. | |
| Padre and Sam (lit. 'Father and Sam') | Parody of ABS-CBN's hit primetime religious drama, May Bukas Pa. | |
| Queen Sang Joke (lit. 'Queen One Joke') | Parody of GMA Koreanovela, Queen Seon Deok. | |
| Rich Kids | A sketch that involves four rich boys portrayed by Michael V., Ogie Alcasid, Boy2 Quizon, and Dennis Trillo who discuss and complain about people providing needs for the poor and ignoring the rich. Running gag: At the end of each episode, they, along with their rich friends protest by saying "Let's make baka, don't be takot" (lit. 'Let's make cow, don't be afraid') which is a rich version as well as the parody of the protest cry Makibaka, huwag matakot! (lit. 'Join the struggle, don't be afraid!') | |
| Misspelling Gee | 2010-2012 | A spelling game show (spelling bee) parody where the host gives an English word and mispronounces it, and two students misspell the given words. |
| TLC (Tender Loving Championship) | Parody of Ultimate Fighting Championship, and its slogan is "Dito Sa TLC, Walang Sakitan at Puro Sarap" (Here at TLC, No pain but Pure Relaxation.) Instead of Wrestling, they gave each other Massages. | |
| Bubble Gang Fliptop | Features the Filipino Rappers from Fliptop, the first Filipino Rap Battle League who do rap battles with each other along with the cast. It only has three episodes. | |
| Pinoy Gago (lit. 'Pinoy Idiot') | Parody of Eat Bulaga's game segment Pinoy Henyo (lit. 'Pinoy Genius'). After a man (Michael V.) watched a game show, he decided to practice using a mirror & confetti, but he failed after the timer stopped. | |
| CheChe Bureche | A comic sketch featuring Ogie Alcasid as the kind Cheche (nicknamed "Che") and Michael V. as the mean Bureche (nicknamed "Bure"). Cheche and Bureche were twin sisters living with their father (which was played by Antonio Aquitania). Whenever their father leaves for work, Bureche usually terrorizes Cheche with her vile antics, but usually becomes the victim of her own schemes, in a running gag she screams "Argh!". Wendell Ramos plays their love interest, a boy next door with a Justin Bieber-inspired hairdo. | |
| Balitang News | 2011–2012 | An Inter-Dialectical spoof newscast in which Tagalog words used are then related into English. The segment is a parody of GTV's noontime news program, Balitanghali. Eleuterio Ignacio (played by Ogie Alcasid), wearing a barong tagalog, is speaking in Tagalog while Electronic Ignition (played by Michael V.), wearing a suit, is speaking in English. These two personalities are both the same in translation (in a literal manner or paraphrases), including their names. They both wear black pants and glasses as well. During Bubble Gang's 16th anniversary, GMA anchors Mike Enriquez and Arnold Clavio guested the show as the anchors of the skit. The skit's logo is similar to GMA News TV but its font was Arial Black.
For example: "Tatlong magkasunod na delubyo... ang tumama sa Babuyan Islands... Malakas na lindol, malakas na hangin at nasunog pa ang munisipyo (Translated as "Disaster, disaster, disaster...In the Piggery...Eart, Wind and Fire") |
| Pickup Lines | 2011–2013 | A reboot of Fliptop in which instead of a rap battle, it is a verbal battle using romantic puns commonly known to Filipinos as "pickup lines." Since this was originated from the Fliptop sketches, the characters still wear hip-hop attire. The Pickup Line Battle is composed of a preliminary round wherein two contestants will try to impress the woman moderator named Neneng Bakit, or simply Neneng B., played by Sam Pinto, using their pickup lines. The winner of the match will be determined by audience impact and moves on to face the "undefeated" Pickup Liner named Boy Pickup, played by Ogie Alcasid. In the end, Boy Pickup, who sometimes show up his trademark Zippo lighter, will remain undefeated, despite the fact that his pickup lines are so deep only a selected few can understand its true meaning. He is being cheered on by one of the audience named Boy Backup (played by Eri Neeman, who is also a writer for the show), which gives Boy Pickup enough audience impact to win the battle. Michael V., meanwhile, plays the role of M.C. Bits, the host of the sketch. Other characters include Bagwis (Dennis Trillo), Pushback (Boy-2 Quizon), Dahon [Antonio Aquitania, who always bring leaves in hand, hence the name. He is Boy Pickup's mortal competitor, and also has a backup guy named Kasuy (Baba-Gee)], Sukli (Moymoy Obeso, who always bring coins, hence the name, meaning "change"), and Bagoong (Roadfill Obeso), who never wins even a single pickup battle, hence the name which is a reference to the word "balagoong" meaning always losing. Guest Pickup Liners include Bisugo (Betong Sumaya), who later became a regular; Boy Chicha (Chris Tiu),Reynang B (Regine Velasquez), who promoted her concert with Alcasid called Mr. and Mrs. A, and Pusoy (Paulo Avelino, who later moved to ABS-CBN). |
| Di Ako Bading (lit. 'I'm Not Gay') | 2011 | A three-part sketch involves a man portrayed by Michael V. who easily gets upset with people who treat him as gay. Near the end of each episode, he is restrained by his best friend, portrayed by Wendell Ramos. |
| Dish Ko Lang! (lit. 'Just My Dish') | Another parody of GMA Network's public service program, Wish Ko Lang (lit. 'Just My Wish'). | |
| Dan and Serye | Parody of GMA Network's Time of My Life where Michael V & Ogie Alcasid played as Dan & Serye. | |
| D' Adventures of James Wang | 2011–2014 | An investigative crime sketch which is a parody of the James Bond series and Sherlock Holmes. Jacky Woo played the role as James Wang. There is a running gag that he is always the victim of the schemes he did not commit and often gets arrested for it. |
| Ba't Ganun? (later Ba't Ganern) (lit. 'Why is it?') | 2011-2013; 2022–present | A short sketch involving asking questions about society as well as its mannerisms.
For example, Ba't ganun? Hotcake ang tawag kahit malamig na ito? Ba't ganun? (Why is it called hotcake even if it is cold? Why is it?) The segment returned in 2022, now as "Ba't Ganern?". |
| Coach Calmado (lit. 'Coach Calm') | 2012 | Formerly known as "Mr. Calmado". A sketch about a disciplined yet overly irate basketball coach (despite his name, although he tries to be as calm as he can) portrayed by Michael V. He is short-tempered and semi-psychotic that he threatens students and other people at schools. At the end of each episode, he nearly strips off some of the faculty members such as referees, teachers, librarians, etc., and destroys the school's materials and facilities every time he compares "disrespectful" students to people who are stripping off other people. He is an obvious parody of MadTV's Coach Hines. It is revealed in the June 29, 2012, episode, Lamay (Wake) that his first name is Hector, which makes his name a play on the famous PBA player Hector Calma. |
| Daddy Dearest | An obvious parody as well as a teaser for the then-upcoming drama-comedy My Daddy Dearest. The sketch tells about a father (Ogie Alcasid) telling a story to his son about what really happened to the latter's mother (i.e. the former's wife). In between the story-telling, several women kiss "Daddy Dearest" (Alcasid), and afterward "Daddy Dearest" clarifies who they really are. | |
| Makapili Kang Muli (lit. 'To Select You Again') | Parody of the GMA Network'sMakapiling Kang Muli (lit. 'To Be With You Again'). Talks about a traitor, a pun for Makapili, Japanese collaborators and sympathizers during World War II. | |
| Di Ka Na Maggigisa (lit. 'You Won't Be Screwed Anymore') | Parody of the GMA Network's afternoon drama, Hindi Ka Na Mag-iisa (lit. 'You Won't Be Alone Anymore') | |
| Lino Blanco | Parody of the GMA Network's drama, Luna Blanca. | |
| ProteJail | Parody of the GMA-7's talent show Protege. As the title says, the sketch is a talent show for prisoners. Prisoners may stay in jail if they lose. But if someone wins , they can be released. | |
| Susi Problems (lit. 'Key Problems') | A parody as well as a teaser for the film Sosy Problems. One of the girls in the sketch also includes Bianca King who is also part of the cast of the said film. The sketch was only about the keys. It was shown on December 21, 2012 | |
| Job Interview | 2012–2019 | A short segment that shows a typical initial interview for job applicants. It starts with a boss/interviewer portrayed by Michael V. supposed to conduct an initial interview/exam to an applicant named Mr. San Lazaro portrayed by Diego Llorico. However, a female recruiter shows a questionnaire that is not suitable for a job interview, which is actually a questionnaire of the Filipino culture as well as media references (e.g. What's the World's Number 2 Shampoo? which is a reference to the commercial of Head and Shoulders). So the boss tells the recruiter to change the questionnaire and instead, he (the boss) will ask personality questions for the applicant in essay form. |
| My Husband's Driver | 2013 | A parody of the GMA Network's controversial drama, My Husband's Lover. |
| Baklang Sisiw (lit. 'Gay Chick') | A parody of the GMA-7 drama Mga Basang Sisiw (lit. 'Wet Chicks') which shows the eviction scene of the said drama. Another sketch with the same scene called "Batang Titiw" features Diego and Michael V. with the former having a speech difficulty similar to Cecilio Sasuman. | |
| Adventures of Rufa Mae Kwento | A short sketch about Rufa Mae Quinto sharing stories based on her experience, hence the name which is a parody of her own real name. | |
| Eye Believe | Parody of GMA Network's infotainment show iBilib. Appeared only once. | |
| Rich Kid Poor Kid | A sketch that involves a rich kid (Paolo Contis) and a poor kid (Michael V.) acting in certain situations. Their fathers are portrayed by Antonio Aquitania and Betong respectively. | |
| The Sleep Over Show | A parody of the GMA Network's defunct midnight talk show The Tim Yap Show | |
| Atlit | 2013–2022 | A short sketch that showed Diego being proud of himself despite the criticisms of other people and always responded "atlit" (which is a parody of the phrase "at least") at the end of the sketch. It was revealed in GMA's documentary program Tunay na Buhay that Diego's segment was not fake, it eventually, happened in true life. |
| Ikaw at ang Ina (lit. 'You and the Mother') | 2013–2019 | A sketch about a mother named "Donya Ina Moran" (inspired by Mundo Mo'y Akin character Donya Charito) portrayed by Michael V. who dislikes the modern mannerisms and influences of young people, most notably regarding from a current trends in social media sites. She always criticizes her daughter, "Selphie Moran" who is played by Sef Cadayona for what she does. The famous line was "Paki-explain" (Taglish version for Please Explain), and ended with "Labyu" (Love You). In later episodes, Ina Moran has met her match, in the form of her sister named Ate Patty (guested and played by Jaclyn Jose, who previously played Donya Charito from Mundo Mo'y Akin). |
| Istambay Sa Looban (lit. 'Loafer Inside') | 2013–present | A situational sketch that takes place in a squatters' area (or barangay) which is narrated through song in the tune of Red River Valley. The singers are portrayed by Michael V. (vocals and guitar), Sef Cadayona, and Antonio Aquitania (in guitars). There was a running gag in which the song was being interrupted by the squatters. In September 2015, due to the popularity of Eat Bulaga's KalyeSerye and AlDub, producers of Bubble Gang decided to continue this sketch by adding the parody of KalyeSerye (lit. 'Street Series') called IstambaySerye (lit. 'Loafer Series') which stars Juancho Trivino as Alfred and Denise Barbacena as Yaya Badel, forming their parody loveteam of AlDub called "AlBad", and Betong Sumaya as Lolo Nidoro. |
| Overtime | 2014 | A parody and a teaser for the then-upcoming 2014 Richard Gutierrez movie of the same title. |
| Mr. Matapobre (lit. 'Mr. Elitist') | A sketch about a rich man with an Elvis Presley-inspired hairdo portrayed by Michael V. As his name implies, he hates the mannerisms of low-class people. He calls his two bodyguards, Ron and Jojo (portrayed by Paolo Contis and Antonio Aquitania) to investigate on low-class mannerisms involved in the rich man's house and blames his poor butler, Berto (portrayed by Betong). But at the end of the sketch, it is revealed that Mr. Matapobre's daughter, Jennifer (portrayed by Denise Barbacena) is the real culprit (sparing Berto in the process) in which her father cannot accept and tells the viewers that high-class people do not commit low-class mannerisms.
One example is this line: Hindi maaring ikaw ang kumain ng cake, dahil... walang mayamang matakaw, magana lang kaming kumain ("You cannot be the one who ate this cake, because... no rich person is greedy, we are just zestful eaters") One exception is during the 19th anniversary special wherein Berto was not spared from being beaten by Ron and Jojo after the houseboy did not allow street children (from the GMA afternoon drama Yagit) who are later revealed to be Mr. Matapobre's nephews and nieces at the end of the special sketch. | |
| Don Cantoni | 2014–2021 | A mafia-themed sketch which is an obvious parody of Scarface and The Godfather. |
| Pag-Ibig Hotline (lit. 'Love Hotline') | 2014–2015 | A scripted reality talk show which is a parody of Love Hotline hosted by Paolo Contis. |
| T3 Nyo (lit. 'Your T3') | Parody of the TV5 investigative show T3, Michael V, Paolo Contis and Jan Manual plays Daffy, Bearwin and Den Tolpu (reverse of Putol or Cut), a parody of Raffy, Erwin and Ben Tulfo respectively. | |
| Starpok (lit. 'Starbeat') | Parody of GMA's showbiz talk show, Startalk hosted by Angelo Santos (Antonio Aquitania) who dislikes showbiz-like answers to his questions (since he wants his guests to tell the truth behind the rumors) and beats them up when answering so. | |
| Tsugi o Chorva (lit. 'Dead or Whatever') | 2015–2016 | A sketch that involves several captives who intruded on an island where a group of gay cavemen (led by Betong and/or Michael V.) live. Each captive will be asked a riddle or a logical question. If answered correctly, the captive is spared from punishment and is set free. Otherwise, the captive will be asked whether "Tsugi" or "Chorva". If the captive chooses "chorva", the captive is forced to be taken fancy by the cave gay men and is then set free. If the captive chooses "tsugi", it follows the same condition as "chorva". This also happens during the opening or before the closing of the show wherein the segment is reformatted in a daring game format. The sketch then shows the entire cast (in their normal appearances), the game hosted by Michael V. will choose cast members to pick a name from a jar; then the chosen cast member will answer a very difficult question within 3 to 5 seconds. If answered correctly, s/he is safe, otherwise, the cast member will face a consequence with their most feared animals such as spiders, cockroaches, snakes, frogs, worms, etc. blindfolded. Starting October 2015, the questions are based on Bubble Gang's 20th Anniversary (i.e. questions regarding the former cast, sketches, and segments since its premiere in 1995). |
| May Araw Ka Rin (lit. 'Your Day Will Come') | ||
| Let's Duet! | A situational sketch which involves two men, Rene and Jay portrayed by Michael V. and Betong Sumaya who speak in a form of speech choir. The title is a parody of the Department of Health's (DOH) slogan "Let's DOH it!" by former Secretary Juan Flavier, as well as Eat Bulaga's Just Duet segment, and the show's own slogan "Just Chew It!". | |
| Expectation vs. Reality | A series of scenarios featuring a comparison illustrating an obvious discrepancy. The "Expectation" part shows a positive scenario. Whereas the "Reality" part shows the negative version of the same scenario. | |
| Hugot (lit. 'Inspiration') | 2015–2019 | A situational sketch wherein either Michael V. or Chariz Solomon speaks in romantic analogies in a conversation, and during the end of each conversation, a group of dancers led by either of them dance P.A.R.D.'s song, "Hugot". |
| AlDav | 2015 | The sketch is a parody of Karen Davila's controversial interview of Alma Moreno from the ANC show Headstart in a form of a game show. The sketch aired on Christmas of 2015. The title is also a pun of the phenomenal tandem AlDub (only shown once and two days before Christmas). |
| Wag Kang Judgemental (lit. 'Don't Be Judgemental') | 2016 | A sketch which is a parody of ABS-CBN's hit legal drama program, Ipaglaban Mo!, which shows several unfinished scenarios and what would really happen if the scenario was not judged by people immediately. Hosted by Judge Arturo Mental portrayed by Michael V. |
| Pool Señorita | A parody of Poor Señorita. About a rich gal who loiters the nearby pool who always encounters her rivals. | |
| Several MMA Parodies | Several parodies of MMA matches, notably between the duel Baron Geisler and Kiko Matos, with several twists and a post-fight interview. | |
| Engkantodo | Parody version of Encantadia and a portmanteau of engkanto and todo (maximum or more). About the four big and healthy Hang'gres (combined pun of Sang'gres and hungry) who will take the throne of Engkantodo. "Kaen ng Todo" (lit. "eat more") is an anagram of the titular segment. | |
| Alyas Ruben Tagalog | Parody version of Alyas Robin Hood and famous kundiman singer Ruben Tagalog. Played by Michael V. | |
| Magtanong kay Mang Tañong (lit. 'Ask Mr. Tañong') | 2016, 2019 | This segment would usually involve a scenario in which the titular character Mang Tañong (Michael V.) would often interrupt a conversation between a group of drinking buddies (played by Paolo Contis, Boy-2 Quizon, and RJ Padilla) to tell stories of his past that is related to said conversation, albeit filled with inaccuracy and wrong information. To the dismay of the drinking buddies who would always try to correct him (Quizon's character, for instance, would cite Wikipedia articles related to the topic to prove the group's point), Mang Tañong would often insist that his erroneous stories are 100% real.
To cite an example, Mang Tañong once claimed that he "jammed with the Eraserheads with its frontman, Chito Miranda", even though Miranda is actually the frontman of another band, Parokya ni Edgar. In another example, Mang Tañong claimed that he watched Pokémon where it is all about a cat-like robot who helps a young boy named Nobita who was bullied by his peers, even though his statement pertains to Doraemon, according to the trio. |
| Buhay ng Bakla (lit. 'Life of a Gay') | 2016–2018 | Sketches about gays/bisexuals/closet gays turning on music/poem combo to stress their grievances upon a bar. Features a local band named Onyx. |
| Balitang Ina (lit. 'Motherly News') | 2016–2021 | A parody of female-oriented talk shows like Mars and ABS-CBN's Magandang Buhay (currently Magandang Buhay is airing on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, and ALLTV), this segment is hosted by Mommy Vicky (Valeen Montenegro) and Mommy Karen (Chariz Solomon) and would usually include several instances of wordplay and puns, specifically with the word "tangina" (son of a bitch). |
| Jungle Belles | 2016-2017 | |
| Basa Basa Pik (lit. 'Wet Wet Pick') | 2016-2022 | This is a segment that airs before the end of the broadcast where the cast members would participate in games and is often hosted by Michael V. himself. |
| Patikim ni Kim (lit. 'Kim's Sample') | A sketch segment about a cooking show hosted by Kim Domingo. The mini-show consists of her interaction with most of the audience members that are predominantly male fans whom she picks randomly to taste her newly cooked recipes. In the early episodes of the show, the running gag centers on her picking mostly male audience members who are married or in a relationship, much to the chagrin of their partners. Eventually, the running gag was scrapped and it only centered on Kim's recipes laced with double-meaning recipe names and innuendos. | |
| Manyikas (lit. 'Dolls') | 2017 | |
| Go, Go Pareng Roger (lit. 'Go, Go Brother Roger') | Parody Of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers | |
| Hapitot (lit. 'Happy Thought') | 2017–2022 | |
| Ngetflix (lit. 'Uglyflix') | 2017–2019 | Parody of Netflix |
| Impracti-Karibal Pandesal (lit. 'Impracti-rival pan de sal') | 2018 | Parody of truTV's reality show Impractical Jokers and the GMA Network's primetime drama, Kambal, Karibal (lit. 'Twin, Rival') |
| Misis Communication | ||
| Ika-6 na Hulog (lit. 'The Sixth Deposit') | Parody of GMA afternoon drama Ika-6 na Utos (lit. 'The Sixth Commandment'). | |
| Dear Uncle Jak | Parody of Papa Jack's popular radio advice show "True Love Confessions" that formerly aired on MBC's FM station Love Radio. The recurring gag in the segment has Uncle Jak (Michael V.) engage female listeners in a small innuendo after he gives advice resulting in listeners hanging up on him. | |
| TOTGAY: The One That Got Ahas... Yummy! | Parody of Star Cinema film, DOTGA: Da One That Ghost Away and the GMA drama The One That Got Away. Ahas means "snake". | |
| Prettina vs. Uglytta | ||
| Sundo't Balita (lit. 'Chaperone and News') | ||
| Peping Seksi (lit. 'Sexy Peping') | ||
| Familia Boses (lit. 'Voice Family') | Parody of the GMA Network's drama, Pamilya Roces | |
| Crazy Poor Asians | 2018–2019 | Parody of the 2018 film, Crazy Rich Asians. Features a poor family complaining about their hardships and livelihood. |
| Pik Pik Bato (lit. 'Pik Pik Rock') | ||
| Dramakata | A musical segment and a portmanteau of drama and makata (poet) in which two sets of mothers, Pasing (played by Denise Barbacena) and Kristal (played by Chariz Solomon) engage in battle rapping alongside their sons Benjie and Daniel (played by Michael V. and Archie Alemania, respectively) in various dramatic situations. Usually, a third-party character (either played by Betong or Sef Cadayona) would rap and stop the battle and properly explain their circumstances. | |
| Tonight with Arnold Kambiyo | 2019 | Parody of GMA News TV talk show Tonight with Arnold Clavio, with the word kambiyo meaning "change" |
| Diary of Marjorie | ||
| IncrediBakla (lit. 'IncrediGay') | Parody of the Marvel character, Incredible Hulk. | |
| Denggay | A segment that parodies the now-popular vlogging "do it yourself" uploads. It centers on Denggay, a heartbroken fashionista vlogger who uses "hugot" words in her spiels. | |
| Raf-Raf in Action | A segment that parodies the Raffy Tulfo in Action program. In this segment, Michael V. portrays Raf-Raf (an obvious spoof of broadcaster and action man Raffy Tulfo) and Denise Barbacena as Cherry Ramon (a spoof of Sharee Roman, Tulfo's co-host). This segment solves complaints made by people, often in a hilarious manner. | |
| What is the Meaning of This? | 2020–present | A segment that features Analyn Barro as a sexy online teacher. In July 19, 2022, episode, it also features Dasuri Choi as a guest for the Korean version of that skit. Since 2024, she's now wearing proper dress instead of more sexy dress from its previous iterations. |
| First Yoyo | 2021 | Parody of Telebabad series First Yaya Analyn Barro which portrays Gemrose in original series parodies Pilar Pilapil's character Blessilda in footage of the episode. |
| Prima Dugas (lit. 'Primary Cheats') | Parody of Afternoon Prime series Prima Donnas. Betong Sumaya portrays Aiko Melendez's character Kendra in footage of the series. | |
| Ang Madramang Drama Series (lit. 'The Dramatic Drama Series') | 2022–2023 | A segment that parodies most of dramatic scenes from a typical soap operas, mostly from an Indian soap opera. |
| Praning Man Philippines (lit. 'Paranoid Man Philippines') | 2022 | Parody of GMA's reality competition show, Running Man Philippines. |
| Adexia | 2023 | Parody of Amazon Alexa. A cast member talks to the Adexia speaker (itself a parody of the Alexa speaker) and jokes about something. |
| Bortas V | Parody of the hit anime series Voltes V, and its live-action adaptation on the network, Voltes V: Legacy. The "bortas" (a Filipino gay slang for a gay muscular man) are played by Buboy Villar, Paolo Contis, Betong Sumaya, Kokoy de Santos, and EA Guzman. Coincidentally, this is also the name of a segment of TV5's E.A.T., albeit spelled "Vortas 5", which also features a similar premise, but functions as a Mr. Pogi-like male talent contest instead of a comedy skit. | |
| Waste | 2023–2024 | Parody of Wish 107.5 FM and its trademark Wish Bus, called Waste Truck. It would later appear again on the music video of parody song entitled Hilaw (lit. 'Unripe') by Yaki (Dilaw (lit. 'Yellow') by Maki) (see OPM Parodies). |
| Family Food | 2024 | Another parody of GMA's running game show, Family Feud with Dingdong Dantes as cameo from the studio on that show. The special segment that is in special week is a crossover of Best Time Ever timeslot. |
| My Gwardyang Alien (lit. 'My Security Guard Alien') | Parody of GMA's primetime series, My Guardian Alien. | |
| UnliFans | Parody of an adult internet content subscription service, OnlyFans. | |
| Widows' Ward | Parody of GMA's running murder-mystery drama series, Widows' War. | |
| Pulang Arrow (lit. 'Red Arrow') | Parody of GMA's running war drama series, Pulang Araw (lit. 'Red Sun'). | |
| Kulang Araw (lit. 'Insufficient Sun') | ||
| Walang Araw (lit. 'No Sun') | ||
| Palong Araw (lit. 'Extinguished Sun') | ||
| AFAMily Feud | Another parody of GMA's running game show, Family Feud. | |
| Windows War | Another parody of GMA's running murder-mystery drama series, Widows' War. |
Ang Dating Doon
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Ang Dating Doon (English: What Used to Be There) is a sketch that parodies the Members Church of God International's long-running religious program Ang Dating Daan, and in particular its sister program Itanong mo kay Soriano, Biblia ang Sasagot! The program's "hosts" are Brod Pete (Isko Salvador)—a caricature of now-former MCGI leader Eli Soriano with a name referencing American actor Brad Pitt, Brother Willy (Cesar Cosmey), and Brother Jocel (Chito Francisco)—who is often seen sleeping through the show.
The sketch parodies the MCGI's "Bible expositions"; during each sketch, various members of the audience come up and present questions to Brod Pete to be answered by the panel. However, rather than scripture, Pete has Brother Willy read various extracts from nursery rhymes or song lyrics instead, and then interprets the "passage" to answer the question presented.[4] Various exclamations such as "Alien!" or "Raise the Roof!" would also be used (as a parody of the common exclamations "Amen" and "Praise the Lord"). At first, the nursery rhyme "Row Row Row Your Boat" was used as its theme song, but it later began to comedically use the Voltres V opening theme "Voltes V no Uta".
The sketch originally appeared on Bubble Gang from 1998 to 1999, and was briefly revived in 2001 and 2005. In 2011, the sketch was revived as Ang Bagong Dating Doon (The New Formerly There), with Brod Pete's books replaced by laptops and an iPad (with Jocel sometimes seen checking his social networks or playing games rather than paying attention to the show), On the June 27, 2014 episode, the sketch was retitled Ang Bagong Dating Doon International , reflecting the new formats of Ang Dating Daan and Itanong mo kay Soriano wherein the MCGI's Mass Indoctrinations and Worldwide Bible Expositions, respectively, replaced the previous ones, after Soriano went into exile in 2010.
In a 1999 interview, Soriano himself stated that he didn't mind the parody, and credited the sketch for boosting the popularity of Ang Dating Daan.[5]
Variations of the sketch have appeared on other Filipino comedy programs; when Salvador moved to ABS-CBN and became a regular on its show Klasmeyts, the sketch was brought to the show as Doon Dati with a similar premise and elements. As a satire of the MCGI's conflicts with the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC), the show featured a sister sketch—May Tama Kami (lit. "We Are Correct", but also "We Are Nuts")—a parody of the INC show Ang Tamang Daan where hosts played by Bayani Agbayani and Herbert Bautista rebuked Brod Pete's teachings through nursery rhymes and children's folk tales. The ABC sketch comedies Ispup and Teka Mona! also featured variations of Ang Dating Doon; the latter, Ang Daming Daan ("Many Paths" or "Many Hundreds"), featured Joey de Leon portraying Bro. Elvis Soriano—a composite of Soriano with singer Elvis Presley—and Mike "Pekto" Nacua as Brother Hud, Bro. Elvis' Judas-like assistant. It followed a similar premise to Ang Dating Doon;, except the audience members had to pay ₱100 to ask a question (a parody of one of the accusations to MCGI by INC wherein Bro. Eli allegedly charges his followers with a large sum of money).
Brod. Pete is also a segment host for the UNTV show Klasrum (formerly as Bread Tambayan). Ironically, UNTV is the current home of Ang Dating Daan, and UNTV is operated by Breakthrough and Milestones Productions International (led by its chairman and CEO "Kuya" Daniel Razon, nephew of Eli Soriano and the Assistant Overall Servant of MCGI) which is under the Broadcast ministry of MCGI.
Discography
[edit]| Year of release | Title | Certification | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Alien, Ang Dating Doon: The Album[6] | Platinum | Warner Music Philippines |
Recurring characters
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| Bel Tiongco (or Chionglo) | Parody of famous broadcaster Mel Tiangco, played by Rufa Mae Quinto (2000-2007), Ethel Booba (2006), and Denise Barbacena (2021) |
| Bryan Bryan | Parody of famous musician Ryan Cayabyab portrayed by Ogie Alcasid |
| Billy Kle | Parody of fitness instructor Billy Blanks. He invented the aerobic exercise Taiko (above) |
| Edi Pil | Parody of controversial 2004 presidential candidate, Eddie Gil, who was later disqualified by the Philippine Commission on Elections. |
| Gay Abunda | Parody of famous television host Boy Abunda, played by Michael V. |
| GMHey | Parody of former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo. Its name also references GMA, the network that airs Bubble Gang. |
| Jang-Kyu | Parody of the legendary Dae Jang Geum, seen in Jowa in the Palace |
| Junior | A mischievous and hyperactive kid portrayed by Michael V. |
| Madam Rocha | Parody of popular fortune-teller Madam Rosa and her more popular rival, Madam Auring. |
| Mahalai | Parody of midget actress Mahal. |
| Rosaminda | Parody of Rosalinda, a titular protagonist played by Thalía. Seen in Rosaminda: Advanced Edition. |
| Sonny Patilla | Parody of Filipino boxing referee Sonny Padilla portrayed by Antonio Aquitania. He appeared only once in the sketch "Ang Boxing Coach" |
| Manny Gosh | A popular recurring character played by Ogie Alcasid from 1995 to 1998. Manny Gosh, the sultan of rhythm and soul, drives the women crazy week after week with his sentimental tunes that strike a chord in everyone's funny bone. Manny belts out song numbers of his self-made compositions that could very well make it to the record books as the lyrically shallowest sentimental hits of our time. |
| Michael Ricketts | Parody of famous broadcaster Mike Enriquez. Infamous for his coughing on-air and the line, "Excuse me po!". The surname is also a reference to actor and OMB Chair Ronnie Ricketts. It was played by Michael V (1996-1998, 1999-2007), Paolo Bediones (2006), and Denise Barbacena (2021). |
| Nahatma Galvi | An Indian Dancer whose name is based on Indian activist Mahatma Gandhi. |
| Papaya Guano | Parody of famous Chika Minute host and Eat Bulaga! co-host Pia Guanio portrayed by Ogie Alcasid. With her hairy armpits raised high, hence her slogan "Hatid sa inyo ay kilikiling totoo" (I'm bringing you true armpits). Papaya Guano was replaced by Iya Bilina-Arelleno (portrayed by Denise Barbacena) in a 2021 version of 4 Oras. |
| Sexballs Dancers | Parody of popular dance group SexBomb Girls. Cast member Antonio Aquitania created the Sexballs which the members are Michael V., Ogie Alcasid, Wendell Ramos, and Aquitania. Some of their notable songs are:
Also, they collaborated with SexBomb Girls to perform their song on the radio and other media for only a short period of time. |
| Sozimo Bakya | Recurring character portrayed by Ogie Alcasid who was always seen sitting on his table while drinking the morning coffee. He has occasional sketches which is a parody of the former ABS-CBN morning show Alas Singko Y Medya, which even has its own fake, funny news and horoscopes on the side, while Zosimo answers several, albeit out-of-this-world, phone-in questions from televiewers. |
| Bonggang Bongbong | Gay parody of the Tulfo Brothers (Mon, Ben, Raffy and Erwin). portrayed by Michael V. Acts tough, but with gay overtones. He is later replaced by the Tolpu Brothers (see below) |
| Angelina and her Yaya | Angelina - A spoiled brat who makes her yaya do things making her look like a miserable fool especially in front of her mother. Portrayed by Ogie Alcasid.
Angelina's Yaya (nanny) - She cares about her alaga (charge), but is constantly outwitted by Angelina. Portrayed by Michael V. Her name was revealed as Chacha Lucero. |
| "The Geek" | An unnamed character portrayed by Ogie Alcasid who discusses the different contradicting situations of the Filipino society before and after. One example is this phrase: "Noon, ang mga babae, kapag nakakita ng Hapon, tumatakbo. Ngayon, ang mga babae, kapag nakakakita ng Hapon, lumalapit" (Before, when [Filipino] girls see Japanese men, they run away. Now, when [Filipino] girls see Japanese men, they come near them). |
| "Tio Petto and Panopio" | Parody of Geppetto and Pinocchio portrayed by Michael V. Tio Petto (Pepito) also provides the voice and actions of Panopio. Instead of being the puppet's father, Pepito is Panopio's uncle. Hence the title, T'yo Petto. He always puts Geppetto in trouble and here are some of the puppet's vile antics; kissing the puppet's butt, putting on lipstick, mouth-to-mouth, wearing a bra, biting his toe (If Tio Petto's foot can reach his face), stripteasing on the street and even massaging. His mother was portrayed by Ogie Alcasid and his wife was portrayed by Francine Prieto |
| "Dingga" | A gay parody of Mars Ravelo's Darna portrayed by Michael V. His alter ego was a lame man named Ading, wherein his henshin device was magical bubble gum. |
| Sweat | "Ang host na laging pinagpapawisan ng malagkit dahil sa mga intrigang pagkainit-init (The host who always sweats sticky because of hot intrigues)" Parody of John Lapus. |
| Padre and Sam | Parody of May Bukas Pa's Fr. Anthony and Santino respectively. |
| Mr. Coco "Mr. Co" Cruz | A spoof of Hayden Kho appeared only once in the segment "Wastong Pagligo" (Correct way of taking a bath). |
| Jokman | Parody of Queen Seon Deok's Deokman. She likes to tell jokes and tells people that she's a "man". Hence the name, Jokman. |
| Michael | Parody of Michael Jackson portrayed by Michael V. He wanted peace and quiet to rest but ironically, his fans (even the angels after his death) scream for him. Appeared once in the sketch "Star sa Langit", possibly as a tribute to the late king of pop. |
| Tom Yam | An obvious gay parody of Tim Yap, Michael Jackson, and Madonna, portrayed by Michael V. He appeared in the music video of the latter's song, "Hindi Ako Bakla" (I'm Not Gay). |
| Boy Pickup | The former undefeated Pickup Line Battle Champion in The Pickup Lines portrayed by Ogie Alcasid, who uses nonsensical pickup lines in his verbal battles. He is now defeated by a new Pickup Liner named Boy Basag (see below) who is also portrayed by Ogie Alcasid. Always wears caps, loose shirt, and sports a beard and mustache. |
| Boy Basag | The new Pickup Line Battle Champion in The Pickup Lines is portrayed by Ogie Alcasid, who uses insults as his pickup lines in his verbal battles (in contrast to the standard romantic puns). He is the only one who can defeat Boy Pick Up which shocked television viewers during his "historic" debut match. He was shown holding baseball bats or steel pipes and sometimes wearing a reggae outfit and has a hairstyle which resembles Bob Marley. |
| Neneng Bakit (Neneng B.) | The moderator of The Pickup Lines sketch portrayed by Sam Pinto. Always questions "bakit?" (why?) |
| D Wonder Boys | A parody of K-Pop group Wonder Girls and British boy band One Direction. The group consists of Boy 2 Quizon as Chang Gee, Antonio Aquitania as Yee Saw, Michael V. as San Ban Yo, and Ogie Alcasid as Tang Ha Ko. Those names are derived from those other Filipino word sounds. The term "Chang Gee" means Tiangge (Market or Bazaar),"Yee Saw" means Isaw (Chicken's Intestine), "San Ban Yo" means San - Saan? (Where?) and Ban Yo - Banyo (Toilet) and Tang Ha Ko mean Tang Ha - Tanga (Stupid), Ha (What? or Ok), and Ko - Ako (I). This group replaced Sex Balls soon after Wendell Ramos was transferred to TV5. |
| Cheche & Bureche | The twin sisters with contradicting personalities played by Ogie Alcasid and Michael V., respectively. |
| Mr. Aris Assimo | An overly irate man, played by Michael V., who deals with common sense. He hates people reiterating the words he commanded, as well as extremely courteous employees of certain establishments such as restaurants, spas, and convenience stores, which he thinks is "too obvious". He always uses reverse psychology. "Hiyang-hiya naman ako sa 'yo, 'no?!" was his catchphrase, which he usually says near the end of his skit after which he will look at the camera with a surprised look, his hands raised across his head and his name flashing at the bottom of the screen, though there have been some variations (E.g. in a drive-thru skit, he slumps his head on the steering wheel of his car right into its horn honking the car in the process right after saying his catchphrase and another episode shows the one holding a glass of wine and drinks it during a Valentine date.)
One example is this dialogue: |
| Tita Herminigilda | An obvious parody of Maalaala Mo Kaya host Ms. Charo Santos-Concio portrayed by Michael V. She makes the dialogues of the scenario written by the letter sender. She replaced Evelyn Magpayo who was also portrayed by Michael V. In the end, the letter sender seeks advice on whether it is right for him/her to do what he/she is thinking and Tita Herminigilda usually answers that it is the right to do it and the latter requests the staff to read the next letter and discards the letter she read recently. One example is this dialogue:
Letter Sender: Tama po ba o mali na hiwalayan ko na si Efren? (lit. Is it right or wrong for Efren and I to separate?) Tita Herminigilda: Tama. Next letter, please (Right. Next letter, please) |
| Coach Hector Calmado | Parody of MadTV's Coach Sandy Hines. |
| Demo Demonyito | A devil who demonstrates to people how to do evil things but is usually the victim of his own schemes. He is portrayed by Michael V. |
| Tata Lino | An intelligent/wise hermit (hence the name, "Tata Lino" which means "Father Lino" or a play on the Filipino word meaning "gifted" or "become smarter") portrayed by Michael V. He usually answers or gives advice to other people by using figurative language. But always insults ignores and leaves Diego behind if his turn to ask, due to his ugliness. One example is this line:
Tata Lino: Tandaan mo iha, ang pag-ibig ay parang Plants vs. Zombies. Binabakuran mo na nga, inaaswang ka pa rin (Remember, young lady, love is like (a game) of Plants vs. Zombies. How many times you plant, you are still haunted) Lino had a pet parrot named "Lolo Loro". He also has a cousin named Tata Moody portrayed by Paolo Contis who was introduced during Diego's return after the latter's absence in the sketch. However, in some episodes, Diego's part is skipped and is eventually replaced by special guests who ask for advice. Notable guests include, Ramon Bautista, Lilia Cuntapay, Mike Hanopol, Mahal, Alden Richards, Maine Mendoza, Gina Alajar, Baron Geisler, Gabby Concepcion, Teri Onor, Philip Lazaro, Tetay, Sinon Loresca, Ryza Cenon, Sunshine Dizon and Andre Paras. Arnold Clavio, Herbert Bautista, Freddie Aguilar and Dennis Trillo as the special guests during the 19th-anniversary episode. |
| Gerry Gerinimo | An obvious parody of informative broadcaster and agriculturist Gerry Geronimo portrayed by Michael V. He shows newly discovered products such as vegetables, fruits, hygiene products, foods, grocery items, etc. produced by genetic engineering which are parodies of real-life products. |
| Jodie Mangga | Parody of radio host and love guru Joe D' Mango portrayed by Michael V. as a hold-upper but eventually gives his victims some love advice (similar to his original counterpart). |
| Aling Mary Assimo | A cruel political-like registrar (portrayed by Michael V) who signs forms and owns a small convenience store and treats customers badly such as selling cheap items for expensive prices (E.g. One kilo of tocino worth P1000 and cafeteria food such as adobo and sinigang for 80 pesos and 50 pesos respectively). Fans regard her as Mr. Assimo's Mother due to their similar behavior. It is revealed in the June 14, 2014, episode that her business is run by the government and that she is a widowed mother and worked for 20 years in her position. |
| Antonietta | An anti-heroine, dubbed as "Teleserye Evil Queen", (played by Betong) who overhears and oversees the schemes and the actions of her enemies and obviously thinks of their schemes and/or actions as an effective cause of watching soap operas, telenovelas or dramas just to make the televiewers see their "dramatic" actions. She can also roughly compare the differences between in real life or reality and in drama (in Gloria Romero's guesting case, horror films and Odette Khan's case, fictional superheroes, and creatures, in Jackie Lou Blanco's case, action films and fake weapons). Antonietta can also hear anyone's thoughts and even the narrator's voice in the climax before she reacts to it. She gives VIP treatments to special guests of Bubble Gang but mostly ends up losing to them, few also ended up befriended as well. Notable guests in this sketch are the following:
There are also instances at the end of each episode, Antonietta thanks the guests for being part of the show (most notably Marian Rivera, Maricel Soriano, Gladys Reyes, Rez Cortez, and Eula Valdez). Antonietta also appears in IstambaySerye (Istambay Sa Looban) when Betong switched his Lolo Nidoro role into the latter, being the "solution" to Nidoro's voice problems, and being another IstambaySerye version of Lola Nidora somehow, she becomes the antagonist to AlBad (Albert and Yaya Badel). Due to the character of Betong's popularity, Antonietta frequently appears in some shows outside Bubble Gang such as Celebrity Bluff (as a Celebrity Bluffer), CelebriTV, Sarap Diva and among others. Antonietta's back story has featured in Dear Uge. |
| Cecilio Sasuman | An elementary student portrayed by Michael V. suffers from a speech defect that pronounces "S" as "T" to make it appear that his declamation speeches sound obscene. "Titihin" was the word he always used in two declamations like "Sino ang Dapat Sisihin" & "Masisisi ba kita?" |
| Sec. De Anim | Parody of former Senator and DOJ Secretary Leila de Lima. |
| Phil-Ing | A charlatan portrayed by Michael V (which is a play on the slang term "Feeling"). who reacts to every compliment he feels to make it appear as if they were referring to him. |
| Ricardo "Ricky" Bernal | A famous television star portrayed by Paolo Contis whose name is an obvious parody of Richard Gutierrez and Kris Bernal. He is the celebrity crush of Aling Mary. He only appeared once in the sketch "Aling Mary". |
| Tina Pulez | Parody of alleged PDAF Scam mastermind Janet Napoles, played by Denise Barbacena. Wears handcuffs and a bulletproof vest emblazoned with "PULIS" in front. |
| Susie Luwalhati | A woman with large chests portrayed by Rufa Mae Quinto. Her character became controversial after the MTRCB summoned Rufa Mae Quinto and Michael V. after November 29, 2013, episode displays an alleged derogatory depiction of women on December 9, 2013. She always finds jobs, competing with a man, but always got the job by her exhibitionistic, erotic moves, like her bouncing breasts. |
| James Wang | A secret agent/detective from Japan portrayed by Jacky Woo. His character is an obvious parody of James Bond and Jackie Chan. Always got arrested in the end. |
| Donya Ina Moran | A mother named "Donya Ina" (inspired by Mundo Mo'y Akin character Donya Charito) portrayed by Michael V. who dislikes modern mannerisms and influences of young people, most notably regarding from a current trends in social media sites. She always criticizes selfies. The famous lines were "Paki-explain" & ended with "Labyu". It is revealed in the January 31, 2014, episode that she has an older sister ironically portrayed by Jaclyn Jose herself. |
| Selphie Moran | Daughter of Ina, portrayed by Sef Cadayona, who is always addicted to social websites but she was being criticized and ashamed by her mother's complaints against modern mannerisms. Likes posting, "selfie" pictures and updating her status every time. |
| Patty Moran | She is Donya Ina's older sister and Selphie's aunt portrayed by Jaclyn Jose, who previously played Donya Charito from Mundo Mo'y Akin. She scolded her younger sister for doing so in her niece in the January 31, 2014, episode. |
| San Pedro | The guardian of the Gates of Heaven portrayed by Wendell Ramos and later by Paolo Contis after the former transferred to TV5. His name is based on St. Peter, the loyal Apostle of Jesus Christ. Always holding a book, a key, and a rooster. |
| Lala Y Tera | A woman who likes to insult other people is portrayed by Chariz Solomon whose name is a pun on the word "laitera" meaning an insulting woman. |
| Bubble Shakers | Four sexy dancers which perform in-between sketches or before every commercial break portrayed by Andrea Torres, Max Collins, Sam Pinto, Arny Ross. |
| Tolpu Brothers | Den Tolpu (Jan Manual), Berwin Tolpu (Paolo Contis), and Daffy Tolpu (Michael V.). Hosts of the sketch T3 Nyo. They are an obvious parody of the Tulfo Brothers Ben, Erwin and Raffy respectively. Their name is a pun on the phrase "putol" meaning "cut" or "amputated" As their surname implies, they have amputated parts of their body (except Daffy). Den has an amputated finger, while Berwin has an amputated leg whereas Daffy is complete. |
| P.A.R.D. | A boy band stand for its members Padilla for (RJ Padilla), A for Antonio (Aquitania), R for Roadfill, D for Dos (Boy2 Quizon). All of their songs are all about what they want like "Kwek Kwek" (featuring Gwen Zamora), "Hug", "Saging" (featuring Paolo Contis as Don Cantoni and Filipino rapper Dash Calzado), "Hugot" (featuring Michael V. as Tata Lino), "Huli Ka Balbon" (featuring Paolo Contis, Max Collins, Chariz Solomon, Jazhel Manabat and Kim Domingo). Padilla, is also known for his line in their songs "Ayoko n'yan" (lit. "I don't like it/that"). Later, Paolo Contis becomes the additional member of the band as P stands for Paolo. |
| Michael Five | Parody of Dubai-based fashion designer Michael Cinco portrayed by Michael V. |
| Soaperman, Batnaman, Sikatwoman and Thunder Woman | An obvious parody of Superman who uses dramatic acts as his powers portrayed by Paolo Contis. He has superhero sidekicks namely Batnaman (parody of Batman) portrayed by Michael V. who always asks "Ba't naman?" (a contraction of "bakit naman" meaning "Why so?"), Sikatwoman (parody of Catwoman) who is a famous sexy superhero portrayed by Sam Pinto, and Thunder Woman (parody of Wonder Woman) portrayed by Betong as an old lady which transforms as "The oldest superhero". The main villain, who is usually a robber, is portrayed by Antonio Aquitania. |
| Babaless and Redford Jr. | Parody of Babalu and Redford White portrayed by Roadfill Obeso and RJ Padilla respectively. |
| Albert and Yaya Badel or AlBad | Parody of KalyeSerye's loveteam AlDub. Albert, portrayed by Juancho Trivino, is the IstambaySerye's version of Bae Alden and Yaya Badel, portrayed by Denise Barbacena, is the IstambaySerye's version of Yaya Dub who is actually a male before changing into female and usually does lipsynching. |
| Lolo Nidoro | Parody of KalyeSerye's Lola Nidora, portrayed by Betong Sumaya. Like KalyeSerye's Lola Nidora, Nidoro also dislikes Alfred for Yaya Badel. And also he also does dubbing, like his yaya. But he is known to be foul-smelled by the bystanders. At the end of the sketch, Betong switched his Lolo Nidoro character into Antonietta (similar to Wally Bayola switching his role to another like Lola Nidora to either DuhRizz or Mayordoma Rihanna in KalyeSerye). |
| Karen Aguila | Parody of ABS-CBN newscaster Karen Davila portrayed by Michael V. Appeared in the sketch AlDav. |
| Thelma Moreno | Parody of actress-politician Alma Moreno portrayed by Betong. Also appeared in the sketch AlDav. |
| Judge Arturo Mental | Parody of former Chief Justice Artemio Panganiban and father-and-son lawyers Attys. Jose and Jopet Sison. Appeared in the sketch "Wag Kang Judgemental". |
| "Charot Man", "Kamot Man", and "Parrot Man" | Parodies of Jeyrick Sigmaton also known as "Carrot Man" the good-looking Igorot man who carries a basket of carrots that went viral on social media. Charot Man is portrayed by Sef Cadayona, Kamot Man by Dennis Trillo, and Parrot Man by Michael V. |
| Antonyms Santos, Apol Larson, and Andy Totoo | A group of reporters who sends opposite news to the viewers. Santos is portrayed by Paolo Contis, Larson is portrayed by Valeen Montenegro while Totoo is portrayed by Betong. Santos' name is a pun on Anthony and Antonym whereas Totoo's is a pun of the phrase Ang 'di totoo (lit. which is not true) |
| Tuderti | Parody of former President Rodrigo Duterte. |
| Taran Taro and Taran Tawoo | Play on 'tarantado' (lit. foolish/stupid); parody version of Piko-Taro, the stage name of Japanese comedian Daimaou Kosaka, famous for PPAP (Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen), portrayed by Michael V. and Jacky Woo, respectively. |
| Uncle Jak | Host of Dear Uncle Jak, who is an obvious parody of Papa Jackson and Jak Roberto, portrayed by Michael V. |
| Becky Corrales | Parody of GMA News reporter Vicky Morales, portrayed by Michael V. and Denise Barbacena. |
| Kuya Wowie | Parody of controversial host Willie Revillame portrayed by Michael V. Kuya Wowie also made a guest appearance in Wowowin, during the Shopee's 12.12 Christmas Sale segment[8] on December 12, 2021, and then again in December 22 and 23 as a substitute to Willie Revillame himself. |
| Bea Bangenge | Parody of actress Bea Binene. Bea Bangenge somehow resembles and is named after Bebang from Michael V.'s past show Bitoy's World, in which her image appears at the intro of Bea Bangenge skit. Portrayed by Michael V. |
| Lebrown James | Parody of NBA Superstar LeBron James portrayed by Paolo Contis |
| Mommy Vicky and Mommy Karen | Main anchors of the women-oriented parody talk show "Balitang Ina". Names of the anchors derived from female newscasters/celebrity moms Vicky Morales and Karen Davila. |
| Piyaya Arcangel | Parody of GMA News reporter Pia Arcangel, portrayed by Lovely Abella. |
| Atty. Larry Gagon | Parody of 2019 Election Senatorial Candidate Atty. Larry Gadon who went viral on social media showing his expression against the supporters of former Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno, portrayed by Michael V. Just like his real-life counterpart, he always says the word "bobo" (meaning "idiot"/"retard") at the end of his statements to the reporters whom he answered their questions. |
| Raf-Raf | A parody of broadcaster and action man Raffy Tulfo portrayed by Michael V. He hosts the show Raf-Raf in Action alongside Cherry Ramon (portrayed by Denise Barbacena), a parody of Tulfo's co-host, Sharee Roman. They act on complaints put forward by people, often in a hilarious way. |
| Aling Alicia | A sari-sari store owner who likes to tell gossips to those who will buy in her store. Portrayed by Liezel Lopez. |
| Mang Taning and Mang Nani | Parody of GMA News Weather Forecaster Nathaniel "Mang Tani" Cruz, played by Michael V. Mang Taning made a weather forecast on an x-ray image of a person's lungs while Mang Nani, a pun from a Japanese word Nani (What), will do mostly a TikTok dance challenge while he reports a weather forecast. |
| BTLG | Parody of South Korean boy band BTS, performing their song called "Ayoko Na Se’Yo" (I Don't Want You). |
| Glen Gatchalian | Host of the show's new segment, Patibong, portrayed by Paolo Contis. He is an obvious parody of Senator Sherwin Gatchalian. |
| Small Lodi | Parody of vlogger Small Laude, portrayed by Sef Cadayona. She always presents her subscribers tours of her house and favorite things. |
| Janice Go | Parody of a Philippine businesswoman and politician Alice Guo. |
| Bini-B10 | Parody of a Filipino pop group Bini. |
Anniversary editions
[edit]- Bubble Gang Year 4 - 4th anniversary. The special, which took place in front of a live audience at Phenomena, Quezon City, featured the show's famous sketches at that time such as Ang Dating Doon. (1999)
- 7 On 7 - 7th anniversary. A 2-part anniversary special, the first one featured an awarding event for the past commercial spoofs with the several commercial models as special guests. The second part featured a special concert held at the Music Museum. This special also introduced the show's first change in logo and new theme song. (2002)
- BG8 - 8th anniversary. The month-long special has the second part paying tribute to the past gag shows on Philippine television and the third part featured a special concert held at the Aliw Theater with Parokya Ni Edgar as a guest. (2003)
- Bubble Gang sa Japan - 9th anniversary. The special was filmed in Japan (2004).[9]
- Bubble Gang X – 10th anniversary. X is a reference to the Roman equivalent of 10. The special featured sketches joined by guests such as Paolo Bediones, Ethel Booba, Charee Padilla, Pekto and Bearwin Meily. The actual cast of Encantadia appeared and portrayed a comical face-off with their Pinkantadia (spoof on Encantadia) counterparts (2005).[10]
- Bubble Gang 11 - 11th anniversary. The special featured guests such as Joey De Leon, Eddie Garcia, Janno Gibbs, Dennis Trillo, Richard Gutierrez, Angel Locsin, Sen. Bong Revilla and music icons, Regine Velasquez, Ryan Cayabyab and Parokya ni Edgar (2006).[11]
- DO-SE-NA - 12th anniversary. 1st action-musical-comedy television film. A 2-part anniversary special, the high-definition (HD) film featured original songs composed by Michael V. The story revolves around 2 detectives (portrayed by Michael V. and Ogie Alcasid) who gets involved in different adventures ranging from serious to the most hilarious. The title refers to the Spanish "dozena" meaning a set of 12 (2007).[12]
- Bubble Gang 13th Anniversary: A Musical Presentation - 13th anniversary. The special featured live performances in front of an audience at Center Stage, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay (2008).
- 14 Going Steady - 14th anniversary. A 2-part anniversary special, the first one featured a special interview with the former and present cast about the long history, best memories, trivia and behind-the-scene look on the show. The second part featured three television films: a horror-comedy film (Tya Ring), a sex comedy film (Dingdong Lang Ang Pagitan) and a Koreanovela spoof (Tim Song Ko). Dennis Trillo, Iza Calzado, Julia Clarete and Regine Velasquez were the celebrity guests (2009).[13]
- Bubble Gang Sa Japan Katoru Sei Na - continuation of the show's 14th anniversary. As the name implies, the cast and crew shot two episodes in Japan, which they already visited before. Katoru Sei Na is a Romanized parody of the word "Katorse na" meaning "We are 14 years" (2009).[9]
- Bungalow - 15th anniversary (Crystal year). This horror-comedy-musical special paid tribute to the King of OPM Novelty, singer, composer and comedian, Yoyoy Villame. A television film, its story was based on Villame's song Bungalow, which is about a young man's horrifying experience after inheriting a haunted Bungalow from a deceased relative. The Halloween presentation, headlined by Michael V. and Ogie Alcasid, also featured its own version of other songs by Villame. The special introduced Jackie Rice, Gwen Zamora, Ellen Adarna and Sam Pinto as the new additions to the Bubble Gang cast. The four actresses were collectively known as Bubblets. (2010)[14][15]
- Bubble Gang Kin-Z – continuation of the show's 15th anniversary. The show introduced a new OBB which parodied the anime Dragon Ball Z and also references both the Spanish word "quince" (15), as well as Gen Z. (2010)
- Bubble Gang 4x4 – 16th anniversary. The 2-part special featured, for the first time in its history, music videos based on the show's well-known sketches, characters, commercial spoofs and parodies through the years. The guests were Mike Enriquez, Arnold Clavio, Heart Evangelista and Dennis Trillo. The title is a reference to the 4x4 van and also the multiplication factors resulting to 16 (2011).[16]
- Bubble Gang Diz Is Siete – 17th anniversary. Instead of a standard gag show, it showcases a collection of "indie films" that consist of drama, action and horror (all of which, of course, added with comedy). The title is both a play on the words "Diz Iz It!", a former talent show from GMA Network as well as Michael Jackson's "This Is It" supposed concert in 2009 as well as on the Spanish word "diecisiete", meaning 17. (2012)
- Bubble Gang Barely Legal – 18th anniversary. The 2-part special featured live performances in front of an audience and mimicked the concept of having a bar comedy show, pole-dancing performance, late-night party wherein only 18+ customers are allowed to watch. The phrase is a reference of the legal age of majority of a person. The special also introduced new additions to the cast, known as the Bagong Gang. (2013)
- Bubble Gang XIX 19 B.C. - 19th anniversary. The phrase is a pun on the Roman numeral for 19 and the phrase "19 B.C.". The title card, OBB and featured gags of the special are parodies of Ancient Greco-Roman-inspired historical war films such as "300" and "Gladiator". The special featured gags, spoofs sketches wherein the characters collaborated with the characters of other shows of GMA network. It is noted for having a lot of celebrities and personalities as special guests. (2014)[17][18]
- IMBG 20 - 20th anniversary (Porcelain year). A documentary special, in coordination with GMA News and Public Affairs, which tackled Bubble Gang's long history in a span of two decades. The documentary was hosted by Mike Enriquez and Jessica Soho and also featured an interview with the present and former cast and crew. The show also celebrated its emerald anniversary by launching two commemorative books, a first in its history, at Gateway Cineplex while the documentary special is airing on different parts of the country. The documentary title, which means I AM Bubble Gang, is a pun of the movie website IMDb and the cast pictorial parodies Anonymous's famous pose, standing in unison in a circle, and also the acronym for Imbestigador. (2015).[19][20]
- 21 Gang Salute - 21st anniversary. The phrase is a pun on 21-gun salute, a custom of military honor by firing ammunitions. The two-part special honors 21 Filipino iconic comedians who inspired Bubble Gang and the Philippine's style of comedy through the years. It featured live performances of sketches in front of an audience. (2016).[21]
- Parokya Bente Dos - 22nd anniversary. The show aired its first-ever romance-comedy-musical theater play which is based on songs from the OPM Rock band, Parokya Ni Edgar. (2017).The musical is about a man named Buloy, portrayed by Michael V. who has a crush on actress Birdie Aguila, portrayed by Kim Domingo and how Buloy got his dream girl in the end. Birdie's abusive boyfriend, Uno Suave,portrayed by Paolo Contis and his bodyguards portrayed by Antonio Aquitania, Boy2 Quizon, and Mikael Daez stand as the antagonists in the story. The anniversary special also aired an episode which featured behind-the-scene moments and how the cast and crew prepared on the musical stage play.
- Bente Tres Oras - 23rd anniversary. The show aired an action-comedy-adventure television film which is a crossover of different characters from different sketches of the show. The cast and crew shot the film in studio and on outside locations. The title is a parody of GMA's newscast 24 Oras.
- The Scavengers (24th anniversary) – It is a parody of the Avengers film series.[22] In this two-part special, the Scavengers fight Allan Peter Kuya Thanos (Michael V.), a parody of Thanos and politician Alan Peter Cayetano, at different plots.[23][24] It also featured guests, including: Manila mayor Isko Moreno and a Filipino-American actor Jacob Batalon.[23]
- Ka-BUBBLE Mula Noon, 'GANG Ngayon - 25th Anniversary (Silver Year). Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the show opted to postpone its 25th-anniversary presentation by one year and merge 2 separate anniversary specials into a simple yet rare and emotional episode. The special episode technically celebrates 26 years of Bubble Gang, but it was marketed as the 25th anniversary to give more emphasis to its silver milestone. The presentation is a first in Bubble Gang history as it involved remakes of classic sketches, performed by the new cast and special guests, which were composed of some of the former cast and long-time fans of the show. Moreover, the fans, known as mga Ka-Bubble or Ka-Babol, were interviewed by the cast themselves and they also received 25 thousand pesos each from the show as a form of gratitude and to highlight the emotional tone of the episode, which is the first anniversary special during the COVID-19 pandemic era. Health protocols were followed and some of the sketches were shot in the studio and remote locations. Michael V also wrote and performed a special song to narrate the 25-year history of the show and to give warm tribute to the loyal fans who still watch the program. The silver presentation was also dedicated to the show's director, Bert De Leon, who died just a few days before the airing date.[25]
- Venti 7 - 27th Anniversary. - The two-part special with the viral TikTok creators and vloggers as special guests. it was taped at Aqua Planet in Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga. The title references the words Venti (a 24-ounce coffee on Starbucks), bente (Spanish word for twenty), and twenty itself (which rhymes with both Venti and bente), and the playable character from Genshin Impact.
- Bente O-Chew - 28th Anniversary. - The two-part special with special guests are Boy Abunda, Herlene Budol, Kim Atienza, Cookie and Belli, Ninong Ry and Jillian Ward. Including musical guests who came to sing with Michael V are Lola Amour and Dilaw which features sung parody songs written and sung by Michael V. The title references the word "O-Chew" is a homonym for "Ocho" (Spanish word for eight) but changed word to "Chew", which refers to Bubble gum that homonym to name of the show.
- BaliSong Bente Nuebe - 29th Anniversary. - The two-part special with special guests are Pinky Amador, Michael Sager, Angel Guardian, Rabiya Mateo and XOXO. The title references the word "Bali" is break (in Filipino), which "BaliSong" means a break between songs during the gags.
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