Cebu Mayor Michael Rama hands over Director Brillante Mendoza a trophy from SM and Cebu City.

MANILA, Philippines -- GMA Network has a new primetime show, “Iglot,” that starts airing tonight after “24 Oras.” The title of the show may not sound serious but it has an impressive cast led by Claudine Barretto.

“Iglot” blends drama and fantasy in a “story of how love transcends all boundaries.’’

Aside from Claudine, also playing significant roles in “Iglot” are Jolina Magdangal and Marvin Agustin and Pauleen Luna.

Introduced in the series is fresh and promising young talent, Milkcah Wynne Nacion, 6, who won over a hundred aspirants who auditioned for the role of Ningning, Iglot’s trusted friend.

Completing the powerhouse cast are Romnick Sarmenta, Sylvia Sanchez, Jaime Fabregas, Perla Bautista, Mel Martinez, Celia Rodriguez, Lexi Fernandez, and Hiro Magalona.

“Iglot” is directed by Gil Tejada, Jr.

Mendoza filmfest in SM Cebu

Four award-winning films – “Manoro,” “Kaleldo,” “Foster Child” and “Lola” – were featured recently in a two-day Brillante Mendoza Film Festival held in SM City Cebu.

The Cannes best director, who was honored last year in the My City, My SM campaign, attended the event.

Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama graced the occasion together with Cebu Arts Council Pres. Petit Garcia, Miss Cebu 2010 Reena Elena Malinao, Sinulog Foundation Executive Director Ricky Ballesteros and Trustee Dolly Suzara, and Cebu City Tourism Commission Executive Director Cinbeth Orellano. SM officials led by SM Prime Holdings Vice President Marissa Fernan, SM Vice President for Marketing Millie Dizon, and Asst. Mall Manager Tata Mempin welcomed them.

Four members of Cebu’s film and advertising industry read the synopsis of the four featured films: Cebu’s Poutdoor Advertising Association Chairman Mary Anne Alcordo-Solomon for “Manoro;” indie film actresses Jennilyn Bajo and Donna Gimeno for “Foster Child” and “Kaleldo,” respectively; and indie film director Remton Zuazola for “Lola.”

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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings for Monday, Aug. 29, go to Jamie Rivera, Atty. Augusto Africa, Dr. Nellie T. Yu, Prof. Candida C. Agcaoili, Oskar Atendido, Jeric Mariano, Nita Rivas Trofeo, Teresa Arnaiz, Sharon Edingh, Romena Zuniga, Mrs. Dading Gonzalez, Philip Neri, Shelby Payne and GMA Artist Center’s Iwa Motto… Happy wedding anniversary to Frankie and Rosemary Ferrer of Bais City… A new game show called “Money on the Menu” is now shown on TLC (available on SkyCable 120, Global Destiny Cable 53, Parasat Cable TV Channel 39, and Cablelink Channel 25). Hosted by Nick Stevens, is a game show akin to “The Price is Right” but with a foodie twist. The host poses as a food delivery man and knocks on doors of unsuspecting delivery patrons who soon realize that not only has brought the food but he has also brought along a full production crew, ready to stage a mobile game show!