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2025/06/07

Charo Santos and Dingdong Dantes Explore a Love Beyond Labels in “Only We Know”

Toto 6/07/2025 05:50:00 AM

Two people. One connection. A story only they understand.

That’s the central thread in the upcoming romantic drama Only We Know, starring screen veterans Charo Santos and Dingdong Dantes. The film opens in cinemas nationwide on June 11, bringing with it a quietly powerful tale that navigates the undefined spaces of human relationships.

Directed and written by Irene Emma Villamor, known for hits like Meet Me in St. Gallen and Sid and Aya, the film dissects labels, age gaps, and expectations. In Only We Know, the connection between Betty and Ryan doesn’t need to be named but only understood.

The title draws from a moment captured on the film’s poster: Betty and Ryan in a quiet, intense conversation, smiling as if sharing an inside joke. It’s that kind of bond, intimate, undefined, and deeply personal, that shapes the film’s core message.

Betty, played by Charo Santos, is a retired English teacher finding her rhythm in life after work. Ryan, portrayed by Dingdong Dantes, is a grieving engineer still haunted by the sudden loss of his wife. They meet by chance and, through shared moments and emotional healing, form a connection neither of them expected.

“It is a story about love, however you want to define it,” Santos shared during a press event. “It’s only Betty and Ryan who can define the beautiful kind of relationship that they have.”

The film steers clear of conventional romance formulas. While early thought and buzz focused on the “older woman, younger man” pairing, both the stars and the director insist the story digs deeper than stereotypes. “Ang interesting sa pelikula na ito ay babasagin nito ang kahulugan ng label,” Dantes said.

Villamor revealed the idea of the pairing surfaced seven years ago and took shape through multiple rewrites. The pandemic reshaped not just the storyline but the perspective from which the narrative is told. “The good thing was that the script was distilled to its very essence,” she said.

Shot in just 13 days, the film benefited from a chronological shooting schedule, allowing the chemistry between the leads to grow naturally. Despite being first-time co-stars, Santos and Dantes built a rapport on and off camera that director Villamor described as “10 out of 10.”

Their chemistry is visible in the trailer’s now-viral “great love” moment, where Betty wonders if we only ever get one true love in a lifetime. It's a question that lingers throughout the film, challenging both characters, and viewers, to think about how they define love and companionship.

In one scene, Betty muses on the beauty of routine, a detail that anchors the emotional realism of their relationship. They shop for groceries, drink together, and swap stories, are just some of the ordinary moments made extraordinary by the intimacy they build.

The supporting cast includes Shamaine Buencamino, Joel Saracho, Max Collins, Al Tantay, and Soliman Cruz, adding depth to Betty and Ryan’s world. One dinner scene sees Tantay’s character question Ryan’s intentions, a reminder that not everyone understands a bond that exists outside the lines.

In a world full of noise, Only We Know offers a soft yet resounding reminder: sometimes, the most meaningful relationships are the ones that don’t need explanation. Just understanding.

Catch Only We Know in cinemas starting June 11 and witness a love story that’s as thoughtful as it is tender, one that invites you to feel, not define.

2024/04/14

updates

DITO Telecom Celebrates Heartfelt Connection With Dingdong and Marian as Ambassadors

Toto 4/14/2024 11:36:00 PM

In a move that echoes the strong connectivity and love shared by Filipino families, DITO Telecommunity, the leading mobile network in the Philippines, proudly unveils its latest campaign, "DITO SA PUSO KO." This heartwarming initiative celebrates the deep bond between DITO subscribers and the brand, with the endorsement of none other than the beloved couple Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera.

As DITO secures its position as the number one mobile network in the Philippines, the launch of "DITO SA PUSO KO" marks a significant milestone. This campaign, featuring Dingdong and Marian, not only celebrates their affection for DITO but also highlights the company's commitment to providing excellent customer service and innovative digital solutions.

The campaign's centerpiece is a touching online video set to a special rendition of the classic Filipino song "Dito Sa Puso Ko." This video captures the essence of DITO's achievement as the top-rated mobile network, as recognized by Ookla, a global authority in network intelligence and connectivity.

Evelyn Jimenez, DITO's Chief Revenue Officer-Consumer, expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from DITOzens: "Our newest campaign isn't just about showcasing our products and services; it's about celebrating the mutual love that we have with our millions of DITOzens."

The addition of Dingdong and Marian, affectionately known as DongYan, as brand ambassadors underscores DITO's dedication to connecting with Filipinos across the nation. Jasper Evangelist, DITO's Brand and Marketing Director, emphasized the couple's influence: "Dingdong and Marian are icons that inspire positive change and growth across diverse communities."

The online video of "DITO SA PUSO KO" depicts Dingdong and Marian as the catalysts for spreading love and connectivity. Through their charm and charisma, they embody the essence of DITO's mission—to empower and connect Filipinos nationwide.

Reflecting on DITO's journey, Jimenez acknowledged the initial challenges of breaking into the market but emphasized the company's growth and success: "We only started with thousands of subscribers, and now, after three years, we have millions of DITOzens who love and trust our brand."

Moving forward, DITO remains committed to providing consistent customer satisfaction and value-driven products. As Jimenez concluded, "Embracing this achievement with grateful hearts, we also acknowledge that this is just the beginning of our journey."

In essence, the partnership between Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera, and DITO Telecom symbolizes the strong connection between family, connectivity, and the pursuit of excellence. As the nation's top mobile network, DITO continues to strengthen its bond with Filipino families, embodying the sentiment: "DITO sa puso ko!"

2019/06/25

Restaurant

MESA of the Foodee Global Concepts Welcomes Dingdong Dantes To Their Family

Toto 6/25/2019 09:19:00 AM

(L-R) Mr. Perry Lansigan, Talent Manager; Mr. Rikki Dee, Chief Executive Officer of FGC; Mr. Dingdong Dantes, Actor; Mr. Eric Dee, Chief Operating Officer of FGC; Mr. Raymond Federigan, Director of National Operations of FGC

MESA Filipino Moderne Restaurant of the Foodee Global Concepts (FGC) welcomes its very first celebrity endorser, one of the actors and hunk dads of the Kapuso Network, Dingdong Dantes. In a recently concluded media conference, FGC introduced Dingdong Dantes as part of their family and as partner in the company's campaign "Road to 100".

The contract signing was held at The Food Hall in SM Aura at BGC and present during the event were Foodee Global Concepts Executives Raymond Federigan, Director of National Operations; Eric Dee, Chief Operating Officer; Rikki Dee, Chief Executive Officer and Dingdong Dantes together with his Talent Manager Perry Lansigan.

MESA is known for its best Filipino dishes that comes with a signature twist and because of that the restaurant brand aims to spread the goodness of their dishes by aiming to establish 100 MESA brand all over the Philippines and beyond by 2021. Thus, they are moving with the campaign "Road to 100". Currently MESA is over 50 stores nationwide. Mr. Rikki Dee also revealed that they already have plans of partnering with Dingdong and at the same time Dingdong Dantes requested for the 68th store to be reserved for him as he has plan of opening one in their area.

There are also other celebrities who owned a MESA franchise like Sharon Cuneta and KC Concepcion.

Mr. Eric Dee, COO of FGC shared why they chose Dingdong Dantes and according to him Dingdong fits the wholesome look of a modern family man.

During the conference Dingdong openly shared his favorite dish in MESA, which is the Baby Squid in Olive Oil, according to Dong "... Yan ang aking favorite kasi pwede siyang ulam tapos pwede rin siyang pulutan. Pwede rin merienda, ilagay mo sa tinapay…"

FOODEE GLOBAL CONCEPTS are filled with other brands, finds and co-creations aside from MESA like Food Link, Sunnies Cafe, Tim Ho Wan, The Food Hall, Tsuta, Hawker Chan, Food, Pound in Todd English, llaollao, Flatterie, Kam's Roast, Kai, Cerveseria, Mangan, Maisen, Bench Café and Food District Signatures on 5th, plus more to come!

2016/09/18

TV Series

Alyas Robinhood Airs on September 19 at GMA Kapuso Network

Toto 9/18/2016 11:29:00 PM

Making another mark in the primetime scene as GMA Kapuso Primetime King makes a comeback on TV for another newest headlining TV series entitled ALYAS ROBINHOOD starts to air this Monday, September 19. The series dramatically showcases an inspiring truth that in each one of us is a hero, able to be of service for the welfare of other people.

A combination of action, drama, adventure and comedy, Alyas Robin Hood revolves around the life of Pepe de Jesus (Dingdong), a man who finds absolution in doing service to his community. Known to be a prodigal son-turned-bar passer-turned-urban poor advocate, Pepe was framed up for the murder of his own father and was put behind bars. Believed to be perished after a violent prison break, Pepe survives and searches for the real culprit on the devastating death of his father and at the same time he redeems his own name under an assumed identity, Alyas Robin Hood. With the help of a few people he trusts, Pepe as Alyas Robin Hood mediates to seize crimes from happening, thus helping the oppressed as he slowly finds out the truth about who his real enemies are.