Pokwang
| Pokwang | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Marietta Subong August 27, 1973 Iloilo City, Iloilo, Philippines |
| Occupation | Comedian, actress, television host, recording artist promoter and director |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Agent | Star Magic (2004–present) |
Marietta Subong (born August 27, 1973[1] in Iloilo City, Iloilo, Philippines), better known by her stage name Pokwang[2] is a Filipina comedian, actress, TV host, singer,[3] impersonator and salon co-owner.
She started in a reality show in ABS-CBN and subsequently appeared in dramas and sitcoms of the network. She also received the Best Comedy Actress award from the Philippine Movie Press Club for her portrayal in the sitcom Aalog-Alog and the Best Female Comedian award from People’s Choice Awards. She became a host at the variety shows Wowowee,Pilipinas Win na Win and Happy Yipee Yehey.[4]
She is also known for impersonating actress Annabelle Rama, Dionisia Pacquiao (Manny Pacquiao's mother), and Marlene Aguilar, the sister of singer Freddie Aguilar. She was look alike with Marinduque Rep. Regina Reyes.
Pokwang is a member of ABS CBN's Star Magic group of entertainers.
She is currently residing in Antipolo, Rizal.
Discography
''Pokwang... Ang Album Na May Puso[3]
- Released: 2009
- Format: mp3
- Label: Star Records
- Writer: Christian Martinez and Lito Camo
- Chart position: N/A
- Tracks: "GayaGaya Puto Maya," "Bratatat," "Bahoo," "Sana Kunin Ka Na Ni Lord"
- Bonus tracks: "Hai"
- Singles: "Sana Kunin Ka Na Ni Lord"
Singles
Compilation album
| Release date | Album Title | Record Company | Song Title | Certification | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 12, 2011 | Happy Yipee Yehey! Nananana! | Star Records | "No Boypren, No Problem" |
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Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
| 2016 | We Will Survive | Wilmalyn "Wilma" Bonanza | ABS-CBN |
| 2015-present | Banana Sundae | Herself/Various Characters | |
| 2015 | Wansapanataym: Raprap's Wrapper | Sioneng | |
| Nathaniel | Elizabeth “Beth” Salvacion-Bartolome | ||
| 2014 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Alak | Lui | |
| Ipaglaban Mo: Umasa Ako Sa Hula | Lovinia Ignacio | ||
| Mirabella | Mimosa "Osang" Balete | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Arroz Caldo | Mely | ||
| 2013 | Wansapanataym: Give Glove On Christmas Day | Queenie Batumbakal | |
| My Little Juan | Sarah de Guzman | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Gown | Linda | ||
| 2012-2013 | Aryana | Ofelia Capuyao | |
| 2011-present | Kris TV | Recurring co-host | |
| 2011–2013 | Toda Max | Beverly "Lady G" Gil | |
| 2011 | 100 Days to Heaven | Digna Amparo | |
| 2011–2012 | Happy Yipee Yehey! | Host | |
| 2011 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Birth Certificate | Carol Araos | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Singsing | Tita B. Canoy | ||
| 2010 | Your Song Presents: Kim | Belma Jolie | |
| Pilipinas Win Na Win | Host | ||
| Your Song Presents: Love Me, Love You | Lovely | ||
| Melason In Love | Herself | ||
| 2009–2011 | Banana Split | Herself/Various Characters | |
| 2008 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Laruan | Rita | |
| 2007–present | ASAP | Herself/Performer | |
| 2007–2010 | Wowowee | Host | |
| 2007 | Ysabella | Phuket | |
| Your Song: Breaking Up Is Hard To Do | Anna | ||
| Love Spell: Shoes Ko Po, Shoes ko Day | Lisa | ||
| 2006 | Crazy For You | Bessie | |
| Komiks Presents: Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko | Principal Nendita | ||
| Aalog-Alog | Etang Sukimura | ||
| 2005 | Pinoy Big Brother Buzz | Host | |
| M.R.S Most Requested Show | Host | ||
| 2004–2005 | Krystala | Fantasia | |
| 2004 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Teddy Bear | Herself (as Marietta "Pokwang" Subong) | |
| Maid In Heaven | Harlene | ||
| Yes Yes Show | Herself | ||
| 1998 | Eezy Dancing | Herself |
Movies
Awards and nominations
| Awards and Nomination | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Award Giving Body | Category | Nominated Work | Results |
| 2008 | 22nd PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Female TV Host | Wowowee | Nominated |
| Best Comedy Actress | That's My Doc | Nominated | ||
| 2010 | GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Bert Marcelo Lifetime Achievement Award[7] | N/A | Won |
| 23rd Awit Awards | Best Novelty Recording | Bratatat | Nominated | |
| 2011 | 25th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actress | Banana Split | Nominated |
| 2012 | 26th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actress | Toda Max | Won |
| 60th FAMAS Awards | Best Actress | A Mother's Story | Nominated | |
| 25th Awit Awards | Best Novelty Recording | No Boypren, No Problem | Nominated | |
| 2013 | 27th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actress | Toda Max | Nominated |
| 2014 | GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Bert Marcelo Lifetime Achievement Award[8] | N/A | Won |
| 2015 | Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Program | Mirabella | Nominated |
References
- ↑ "Home › Entertainment › Pokwang turns 40". ABS-CBN News. 27 August 2010. Retrieved 20 December 2015.
- ↑ Pokwang Star Magic Profile
- 1 2 Buan-Devesa, Reyma (22 January 2009). "Pokwang unleashes the singer in her". ABS-CBN News Online. Retrieved 31 May 2009.
- ↑ "Poohkwang concert, tons of surprises at the Music Museum". ABS-CBN News Online (ABS-CBN Interactive). 3 June 2008. Retrieved 21 June 2008.
- ↑ "‘Happy Yipee Yehey!’ Launches Its first Album". November 12, 2011.
- ↑ http://www.pep.ph/guide/7210/Marian-Rivera-studies-mixed-martial-arts-for-the-action-sequences-of- Super-Inday
- ↑ "ABS-CBN big winner at GMMSF Entertainment Awards". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved 2014-05-21.
- ↑ "Complete List of Winners: 45th Guillermo Mendoza Box-Office Entertainment Awards 2014". The Summit Express. Retrieved 2014-05-019.
External links
- Pokwang at the Internet Movie Database
- Pokwang at Star Magic
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