DOKYU NG KORONEL RATED G NG MTRCB

Ni ROMMEL GONZALES

SPARKLE GMA Artist Center talent na si Ronnie Liang!

“I’m so thrilled, thankful, grateful sa GMA dahil bago lang ako, kaka-sign ko lang po, nakarami na ako.

“Abot Kamay Na Pangarap, Pulang Araw and then mga guestings sa mga TV programs, TiktoClock, All-Out Sundays and Binibining Marikit tapos Wish Ko lang na hindi naman bida pero kahit mga character actor roles noticeable and pivotal role na mapapansin, makikilala, makikita, maaalala nila si Ronnie.”
Nasa Akusada rin si Ronnie.

“Na iyon nga aside from being a singer naging actor na rin and iyon lang, gusto kong ipaabot ang aking pasasalamat sa GMA na pinagkatiwalaan nila ako.”

Una siyang nakilala noong contestant siya sa Pinoy Pop Superstar ng GMA.

“Bumalik ako, tama! 2006 doon ako nag-Pinoy Pop Superstar.”

Ano ang pakiramdam na nagbalik si Ronnie sa GMA makalipas ang labingsiyam na taon?

“Ang masasabi ko kahit pala saan ako mapunta Kapuso pa rin pala talaga ako. And dadalhin ko ang pagiging isang Kapuso.

“Thank you sa GMA, sa kabila ng mga nangyari noon, tinanggap pa rin nila ako.

“Sa kabila ng mga nangyari noon na hindi ko naman kasalanan, hindi ko sinasadya, pero salamat sa pang-unawa, pagtitiwala, pagmamahal, pagpapatawad.

“Salamat sa pagpapairal ng puso sa akin.”

Na-disqualify noon si Ronnie sa naturang contest dahil may manager siya noong sumali at isa sa mga ruling ng contest ay dapat walang manager ang mga sasali.

Bunsod nito ay napunta si Ronnie sa ABS-CBN at naging Kapamilya; nagka-shows din si Ronnie sa TV5.

“Actually na-teary eyed ako na nahiya ako dahil nga sa nangyari pero sa kabila noon tinanggap nila ako. At parang iyon nga, thankful ako na tinanggap nila akong muli ng dalawang kamay.

“Napakabait nina Ma’am Annette Gozon [Valdes], Ma’am Joy Marcelo ng Sparkle, nina Sir Daryl [Zamora], yung handler ko, si Ms. Tracy Garcia, si Sir Vic Del Rosario,” nakangiting sinabi pa ni Ronnie.

***
THE Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) has officially rated the upcoming docu-film Sa Likod Ng Tsapa (Behind the Badge) trailer “G” (General Audience) for theatrical screening.

This means the promotional trailer for the film — which chronicles the real-life story of a decorated police officer — can be shown in cinemas to all viewers, including children.

Under MTRCB guidelines, a “G” rated trailer is approved to play before any movie, regardless of that movie’s own rating.

This development has greatly boosted the morale of the film’s producer and entire cast, who are celebrating the wide accessibility the trailer now enjoys.

A Boost for Regional Filmmakers and Cast

For the all-Davao production team behind Sa Likod Ng Tsapa, the MTRCB’s general-audience approval is a significant vote of confidence.

“We are thrilled with the ‘G’ rating for our trailer, as it allows Col. Marantan’s story to reach audiences of all ages across the country,” said Editha Z. Caduaya, the film’s producer, writer, and director.

“This approval is a huge boost for our team in Davao, it shows that even regional stories like ours can resonate nationally.”

The entire cast and crew composed primarily of talents from Davao City have been energized by the news.

Produced by POP Moviehouse and Newsline Philippines and written and directed by Editha Z. Caduaya

It is a docu-drama based on the life of Police Colonel Hansel M. Marantan. Col. Marantan is a bemedalled Philippine National Police officer known for his service and sacrifices he previously headed the PNP’s Criminal Investigation and Detection Group in Metro Manila and now serves as Acting City Director of the Davao City Police Office.

The film brings to life his untold story of betrayal, injustice, and redemption, offering a raw look into the unseen battles and moral dilemmas faced by law enforcers behind the badge.

In dramatizing Col. Marantan’s journey, the movie also reflects broader themes in Philippine politics and the internal struggles within the police force, showcasing the personal sacrifices of those who risk their lives in the line of duty.

It is slated for a nationwide theatrical premiere on August 13, 2025, with distribution by Solar Entertainment.

Sa Likod Ng Tsapa marks a milestone as the first Davao-produced film to spotlight the journey of an Ilocano-born police officer whose career spanned from Northern Luzon to Mindanao.

“Col. Marantan’s life is a story of resilience and truth, and we’re honored to share it with the entire country.”