Of stars and hope

Mavx Productions showcased its highly anticipated film “Pangarap Kong Oskars” on June 23 with a glamorous red carpet event at Cinema 3, The Block, SM North Edsa in Quezon City.

The affair drew a crowd of industry insiders, who came out in full force to show their support for the lead actors, Paolo Contis and Joross Gamboa.

Despite challenging times, their friends in the industry, known as “Katropas,” rallied behind them, celebrating their milestone. Among the shining stars who were [email protected] scene were Patrick Garcia, Adrian Allandy, Rocco Nacino, Jason Abalos, Kokoy de Santos, Royce Cabrera, Roadfil Macasero and Contis’ co-hosts from the new “Eat Bulaga,” twins and Cassy and Mavy Legaspi. Also in attendance were Alexa Miro, Buboy Villar and Kimpoi Feliciano.

Patrick Garcia 

Paolo Contis and Joross Gamboa

(From left) Kokoy de Santos, Buboy Villar, Cassy Legaspi, Alexa Miro, Kimpoi Feliciano and Mavy Legaspi 

Kate Alejandrino

Rocco Nacino and wife Melissa 

The lead actors expressed optimism that “Ang Pangarap Kong Oskars” will not remain a distant dream. “Libre naman ang mangarap” (Everyone is free to dream), they remarked.

All in all, the premiere symbolized the unyielding faith of the Philippine film industry in pursuing artistic justice if such a concept exists in our present universe.

Hope remains eternal that someday, somewhere, vindication will be achieved for their unwavering commitment to recognition.