Khimo, Ryssi, Kice, Ann, and Bryan share how ‘Idol PH’ made a mark in their lives

Published October 1, 2022, 8:27 AM

by Manila Bulletin Entertainment

The 12 finalists of ‘Idol Philippines 2022’

Khimo Gumatay, Ryssi Avila, Kice, Ann Raniel, and Bryan Chong feel blessed to be part of the biggest talent reality show in the country, “Idol Philippines” Season 2 and shared how it changed their lives.

“Idol Philippines’ was indeed a humbling experience and also a blessing po,””Idol PH Season 2” grand winner Khimo stated.

Khimo Gumatay

He also thanked the people who pushed him in joining the competition.

“Actually po, nung una hindi po dapat ako sasali ng ‘Idol Philippines’ pero sa tulong po ng mga taong nakapaligid po sa’kin na mag-push po talaga na sumali dito. Ngayon po, I’m beyond thankful po na sumali po ako rito sa ‘Idol Philippines,'”he added.

For Ryssi, the competition allowed her to clean her name and for her talent to outshine the controversies thrown at her.

Ryssi Avila

“Nabago po ng ‘Idol’ ung buhay ko kasi sila yung nagbigay sa akin ng chance na ipakita yung talent ko sa mga tao at iyon ang tignan nila at hindi yung mga controversy na nagdaan sa buhay ko,” she said.

Kice mentioned that the show made him closer to his loved ones.

“Yung family ko from all over the world, they connected even mga family members ko na hindi ko kilala, naglalabasan lang because they watch me,” he shared.

Ann and Bryan are also grateful for the opportunity that was given to them and how the show recognized their talents.

Ann Raniel

Bryan Chong

Last Sunday (Sept. 25), the Top 5 were welcomed to the “ASAP Natin To” family as they performed with other Top 12 contestants. Currently, the originals for the Idol Philippines Top 5, namely “My Time” by Khimo, “Totoo Na ‘To” by Ryssi, “Angels” by Kice, “Sa Wakas” by Bryan Chong, “Power” by Ann Raniel, and “Ang Pinakaiibigin” by Delly Cuales, are now available on Spotify and other various music platforms.

'Idol PH' changes lives

Khimo Gumatay, Ryssi Avila, Kice, Ann Raniel, and Bryan Chong feel blessed to be part of the biggest talent reality show in the country, "Idol Philippines" Season 2 and shared how it changed their lives.

"Idol Philippines' was indeed a humbling experience and also a blessing po, stated "Idol PH Season 2" grand winner Gumatay.

"Actually po, nung una hindi po dapat ako sasali ng 'Idol Philippines' pero sa tulong po ng mga taong nakapaligid po sa'kin na mag-push po talaga na sumali dito. Ngayon po, I'm beyond thankful po na sumali po ako rito sa 'Idol Philippines," he added.

For Avila, the competition allowed her to clean her name and for her talent to outshine the controversies thrown at her.

"Nabago po ng 'Idol' yung buhay ko kasi sila yung nagbigay sa akin ng chance na ipakita yung talent ko sa mga tao at iyon ang tignan nila at hindi yung mga controversy na nagdaan sa buhay ko," she said.

Kice mentioned that the show made him closer to his loved ones. 

"Yung family ko from all over the world, they connected even mga family members ko na hindi ko kilala, naglalabasan lang because they watch me," he shared.

Idol Philippines all set for a comeback

 

By Christina Alpad, Manila Times

Almost three years since it hailed Zephanie Dimaranan as its grand winner, reality singing competition "Idol Philippines" is all-set for a grand comeback, ready to discover a new idol.

Season 1 judges "Asia's Songbird" Regine Velasquez and Moira de la Torre will return for another round of talent search. Vice Ganda and James Reid, who previously joined Velasquez and de la Torre, are no longer part of the competition.

They will be replaced by "Mr. Pure Energy" Gary Valenciano and Parokya ni Edgar vocalist Chito Miranda.

"I'm so so ready to pour some energy and to share all I've learned through the many years of music I've been given with all the hopefuls, as I take my seat in the panel of idol judges this season," new judge Valenciano said.

De la Torre, meanwhile, shared a behind-the-scene footage from one of their first activities as judges. Even if it's her second already, the 28-year-old singer said she still feel overwhelmed to be surrounded by OPM icons.

"Napakalaking karangalan ang maging isang hurado sa Idol Philippines kasama ang ilan sa mga taong nagsilbing inspirasyon sa akin nung nangangarap palang ako at ngayon kami naman ang tutulong sa pagtupad ng mga pangarap ng bagong hopefuls. Mahaba-haba pa ang journey na to, pero ngayon palang nagpapasalamat nako kasi sobrang saya at thankful ng puso ko dahil sa inyo," she wrote on Instagram.

Finally, Miranda revealed that he was actually asked to join as a judge in season 1.

"I declined because I didn't think it would be fair for me to judge in a singing contest, knowing na di naman ako magaling kumanta," the rock icon admitted in an Instagram post.

So what made him change his mind this time around?

Miranda answered, "They explained to me, extensively, that even though it is still primarily a singing contest, hindi lang ito sa boses magkakatalo."

Another change viewers will see this season is that of the host.

Robi Domingo will replace season 1 host Billy Crawford. The latter has transferred to TV5 in 2020.

"It is my honor to be part of this very iconic show. A new level of Idol experience ang sama-sama nating aabangan as we look for our next Idol. I'm so excited for this one," said Domingo.

"Can't wait to share the talent, stories and kulitan of everyone here as we search for the next 'Idol'," he finally added.

ABS-CBN has yet to announce the premiere of Idol Philippines season 2.

WITH SHENNAH ROMANILLOS