GMA opens the year by introducing eight of its most talented artists as part of the Sparkle roster.
With Sparkle, GMA aims to light a fun and exciting spark in the entertainment industry all while evolving to fit the ever-changing new media and digital landscape. Spearheaded by Johnny Manahan together with Gigi Santiago-Lara, senior assistant vice president for Alternative Productions, Sparkle is here to propel GMA Artist Center to even greater heights.
The first batch of Sparkle — Sanya Lopez, Bianca Umali, Gabbi Garcia, Ysabel Ortega, Miguel Tanfelix, Khalil Ramos, Ruru Madrid and Derrick Monasterio — are the “brightest stars” of the current crop of talents, said star builder Johnny Manahan. “Only the brightest stars sparkle. Our aim is to leave a little Sparkle wherever we go,” said the artist and veteran director known in the industry as Mr. M.
Sanya is one of the true gems of Sparkle. She is sensual, beautiful, very talented, and down to earth. Her versatility is shown in the various roles she has played onscreen. Her musical and dancing talents are also phenomenal. She even has her very own single titled “Hot Maria Clara.”
Bianca also acts, sings and dances. She is also a great host and an interesting content producer where she shows off how smart and woke she is in real life. Her challenging roles in Legal Wives and Sahaya plus her international series on HBO’s Halfworlds are sure signs that this young star is going places.
Model, endorser, actress Gabbi Garcia shows she is more than just a pretty face with her gift of gab, wit, and intelligence. She is set to make a primetime soap early next year with twin soul Khalil Ramos and also has an international movie to be shot in the US in the works.
The beautiful and sweet Ysabel Ortega will soon be seen in a new primetime series airing in 2022 titled “What We Could Be” and will be one of the leads in the much-awaited “Voltes V: Legacy” as Jamie Robinson.
Miguel Tanfelix is Sparkle’s heartthrob. He is a multi-awarded actor who has graced the screen in many memorable projects. Being a great dancer and performer has made Miguel a TikTok superstar, but this young man has a keen business sense too. He invests in the right portfolios and has started businesses at such a young age. He is also in “All-Out Sundays” and in “What We Could Be.” His biggest project to date would be “Voltes V: Legacy” where he plays the lead character of Steve Armstrong.
Armed with multiple talents, Khalil Ramos is currently making all our fan hearts swoon in “Love on Air.” This photographer and promising director is also a sought-after creator on the net. Come 2022, you will see him paired with Gabbi in “Love You Stranger.” He is also set to release a musical album.
Good looks, a killer bod, and an irresistible charm make Ruru Madrid the ultimate leading man of GMA. He is also a businessman and is into creating his own content empire starting with his recently launched YouTube channel. He will soon be seen in the political-fantasy drama, “Lolong.”
Finally, singer-actor Derrick Monasterio is Sparkle’s man’s man. He is fit, athletic, and handsome. His sense of humor as well as his dramatic prowess have made him a favorite. Derrick paints, too.
