Vice Ganda honors masses after 'Box Office Hero' win: ‘Gusto nilang tumawa’

• Vice Ganda was named Box Office Hero at the 8th Eddys, recognizing her consistent success in creating blockbuster Filipino films
• In her acceptance speech, she addressed critics who label her movies as "slapstick" and "kabaklaan," defending their value to the masses
• She emphasized that her films serve as a source of temporary escape and laughter for ordinary Filipinos facing daily hardships, ABS-CBN reported
• Vice expressed deep gratitude to the masses, saying her bond with them was built over 17 years through It’s Showtime

Vice Ganda, long celebrated for her strong connection with Filipino audiences, was recently honored as the Box Office Hero at the 8th Eddys by the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEED), ABS-CBN reported.

Her consistent appeal through hit movies like "Petrang Kabayo," "Praybeyt Benjamin," "Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy," and "And The Breadwinner Is" has solidified her place in Philippine cinema.

Wearing an all-black ensemble, Vice personally accepted the award from Senator Mark Villar and Regal producer Roselle Monteverde.

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In her speech, she acknowledged the criticisms that often follow her projects.

“Maraming nagtatanong kung bakit lagi raw maraming nanonood ng pelikula ko... maraming nagtataas ng kilay, maraming nagkukuwestiyon,” she said, referring to doubters and critics.

She addressed how some label her work as “walang kwenta, walang katuturan, slapstick, katsipan, puro kabaklaan, puro kabaduyan, bakyang-bakya,” but emphasized why audiences still flock to see her films.

“Ang pelikula ko ay nagsisilbing pangtakas... para tumawa’t humagalpak hanggang sa makalimutan nila ng ilang segundo kung ano ‘yung masakit, malungkot, at mahirap na sitwasyon ng kanilang pamumuhay araw-araw,” she explained.

Vice pointed out that despite costly cinema tickets, Filipinos still watch her films. “Gusto nilang tumawa... ‘yun ang magpapatawid sa kanila para bukas buhay pa sila... may inspirasyon pa rin sila,” she added.

Ending on a heartfelt note, she expressed deep gratitude to her loyal audience.

“Ako at ang masang Pilipino ay may ugnayan... nakabuo ako ng isang magandang ugnayan sa masang Pilipino.”

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Vice Ganda is a well-known Filipino comedian, actor, host, and singer. He is widely recognized for his sharp wit, vibrant personality, and significant contributions to the Philippine entertainment industry. He began his career as a stand-up comedian in Manila's comedy bars. His major breakthrough came in 2009 when he became a regular host on ABS-CBN's noontime variety show, It's Showtime. Due to his charisma and comedic talent, he quickly rose to prominence in the showbiz world.

Recently, Vice Ganda became a topic of discussion on social media once again. "Meme" (Vice Ganda's nickname) was interviewed by Karmina Constantino-Torres on her channel. During the interview, Karmina asked Vice about Ion Perez and his "COC" (Certificate of Candidacy). Ion was remembered for withdrawing his "COC" in November 2024.

During the same interview with Karmina Constantino-Torres, the TV anchor and host asked "Meme" (Vice Ganda's nickname) about the topic of anger. According to Karmina, she asked, "Why weren't you able to get angry at the world given all that you went through?" Upon hearing the question, Vice Ganda gave a truly authentic response.

Source: KAMI.com.gh