Matira ang Matibay: Behind the scenes of ‘Tanggol vs. Caballero vs. Montenegro’ bloody war in “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo”

Liezel dela Cruz

<p>The trending recent episodes of “<a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo" target="_blank"><em><strong><u>FPJ’s Batang Quiapo</u></strong></em></a>” had the entire nation on the edge of their seats once again. The intensity of the revelations, as characters unraveled their versions of truth, sent viewers on an emotional rollercoaster. It was a blood-soaked, action-filled spectacle where every key player in the story had their moment to shine.</p><p>The tension reached a fever pitch as Facundo (Jaime Fabregas) finally discovered that Tanggol (Coco Martin) was the one responsible for the death of his beloved grandson, Pablo (Elijah Canlas). Facundo, driven by grief and vengeance, had Tanggol and his friends kidnapped, subjecting them to brutal torture in a desperate quest for retribution.</p><div><script data-wid="auto" type="text/javascript" src="https://content.viralize.tv/display/?zid=AAEyze-tm4MR6kEa&amp;cid=ABNj_iwTgqVMSnTR&amp;activation=click&amp;vip_mode=playing&amp;vip_position=bottom-right"></script></div><p>But the tables turned dramatically when Tanggol, amidst the torment, revealed a chilling secret: Pablo had also murdered Bubbles (Ivana Alawi). This truth bomb dropped like a lightning bolt, igniting a firestorm of chaos and confusion, as Marcelo (Nonie Buencamino), one of Facundo&#x27;s most trusted men, overheard Tanggol&#x27;s confession. His eyes blazed with rage as he told everyone that Bubbles is his daughter. In that moment, Marcelo’s paternal instincts kicked in, and he resolved to eliminate the Caballeros, the very group that had inflicted so much pain on his child.</p><div><script data-wid="auto" type="text/javascript" src="https://content.viralize.tv/display/?zid=AAEyze-tm4MR6kEa&amp;cid=ABNrF2W2F3rwCTBb&amp;activation=click&amp;vip_mode=playing&amp;vip_position=bottom-right"></script></div><p>Amidst this ruckus, the Montenegros, led by Ramon (Christopher de Leon) and the impostor Tanggol, David (McCoy de Leon), launched a furious assault on the Caballeros. They were hell-bent on exacting their own form of justice, viewing Facundo’s betrayal with their drug trade as unforgivable.</p><div><script data-wid="auto" type="text/javascript" src="https://content.viralize.tv/display/?zid=AAEyze-tm4MR6kEa&amp;cid=ABNtx_PQ0NY-S4In&amp;activation=click&amp;vip_mode=playing&amp;vip_position=bottom-right"></script></div><p>As they say, “matira ang matibay”—only the strongest will survive. Audiences held their breath through every punch, blow, and scream of pain. This sparked our curiosity about what went down during their filming. Well, the behind-the-scenes footage show that the team managed to share light-hearted moments on set despite the raw, savage realism they brought on screen.</p><div> </div><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DApbvG8S5_H/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF;border:0;border-radius:3px;box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15);margin:1px;max-width:540px;min-width:326px;padding:0;width:calc(100% - 2px)"><div style="padding:16px"><div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;align-items:center"><div style="background-color:#F4F4F4;border-radius:50%;flex-grow:0;height:40px;margin-right:14px;width:40px"> </div><div style="display:flex;flex-direction:column;flex-grow:1;justify-content:center"><div style="background-color:#F4F4F4;border-radius:4px;flex-grow:0;height:14px;margin-bottom:6px;width:100px"> </div><div 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It’s almost surreal to think that these same people, laughing and joking together, transform into the ruthless characters we see in the teleserye.</p><p>Despite the terrifying three-way face-off between Christopher, Jaime, and Nonie in the series, off-camera, they’re seen chuckling and exchanging banter, reminding us that they’re true professionals who know how to switch on and off.</p><p>Jaime’s eyes burned with hatred as he confronted his grandson’s killer. The knuckle-knife duel between Nonie and Christopher had us frozen. Every move was filled with tension, as if one wrong step could spell disaster. Curious how they made it look so real? The behind-the-scenes video gives us a peek!</p><p>And then there’s the torture part involving Tanggol and his group, which looked just as authentic and bloody. The video shows how these sequences were carefully choreographed, revealing the teamwork and strategy behind the cameras.</p><p>The cinematography and choreography deserve high praise too. With so many moving parts, everything is meticulously planned and executed. From the actors to the crew, everyone pulls together to make these action-packed moments come to life without feeling chaotic.</p><p>Did these happenings keep you on the edge of your seat as well, Kapamilya? Be sure to catch more action and drama in <strong><u>“</u></strong><a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo" target="_blank"><em><strong><u>FPJ’s Batang Quiapo</u></strong></em></a><strong><u>,”</u></strong> airing weeknights on <a href="https://kapamilyachannel.com"><strong><u>Kapamilya Channel</u></strong></a>, <strong><u><a href="https://kapamilyaonlinelive.com">Kapamilya Online Live</a></u></strong>, TV5, and A2Z.</p>

Catch the real drama behind the scenes of “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo”’s “Tanggol vs Caballero vs Montenegro” episodes. 

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Matira ang Matibay: Behind the scenes of ‘Tanggol vs. Caballero vs. Montenegro’ bloody war in “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo”

Matira ang Matibay: Behind the scenes of ‘Tanggol vs. Caballero vs. Montenegro’ bloody war in “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo”

Liezel dela Cruz

Published Oct 06, 2024 11:46 PM PHT

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Updated Oct 09, 2024 07:49 PM PHT

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