Survivor Philippines soars in Nov 7-10 ratings

Survivor Philippines outplayed all other primetime programs when it scored a back-to-back victory last Friday, November 7, and last night, November 10.

According to the latest overnight ratings conducted by AGB Nielsen Philippines among Mega Manila households, Survivor Philippines—GMA-7's reality program hosted by Paolo Bediones—was the most-watched primetime program last November 7 and last night.

Survivor Philippines posted a rating of 33.8 percent Friday and a whopping 36.8 percent last night. Survivor's 36.8 percent rating last night was its highest, so far, since the reality show's debut last September 15.

Meanwhile, four other Kapuso shows—Gagambino, Codename: Asero, La Lola, and 24 Oras—maintained their second to fifth positions on both Friday and Monday.

ABS-CBN primetime soap Iisa Pa Lamang, topbilled by Claudine Barretto, ended its run last Friday at No. 6 with 28.6 percent. It was followed by I Love Betty La Fea (28.1 percent), Bubble Gang (26.2 percent), Dyosa (25.3 percent), and TV Patrol World. All these shows, except for Bubble Gang, are from the Kapamilya network.

Iisa Pa Lamang was replaced by ABS-CBN's new reality show Pinoy Fear Factor, hosted by Ryan Agoncillo. The Philippine franchise of the popular worldwide game show debuted last night, November 10, at No. 8 with 26.5 percent. Running for over an hour, Pinoy Fear Factor's pilot episode went up against three GMA-7 shows: the last part of Gagambino, the entire episode of La Lola, and the first few minutes of Survivor Philippines; all of which rated better that Ryan's reality show featuring 12 gorgeous participantes (contestants).

Two other GMA-7 shows made it in the Top 10 last night: the Koreanovela My Husband's Woman (No. 6) and Richard Gomez's game show Family Feud (No. 10).

The rest of the Top were occupied by the following ABS-CBN programs: I Love Betty La Fea (No. 7), TV Patrol World and Dyosa (tied at No. 9).

Episode 41: "The Agent of Chaos Prevails"

Revelations

After a quick review of what has transpired before and during the individual immunity challenge, the results of the voting at the tribal council slowly unfolds. Kaye's vote against Kiko was the first revelation of the night - saying - "Sorry talaga, sana maintindihan mo ako..." JC, on the other hand, advises Marlon to change his attitude once he leaves the island.

The votes of Rob and Cris were eventually revealed, it was Cris who betrayed Naak's alliance. While Rob sticks with the plan, despite the previous tension between him and Kiko.

Kiko, calmy accepts his fate as Kaye reaches out, kneeling to him - to which JC took notice. But the third twist was revealed upon the firing out of Kiko's torch. The third revelation was the Curse of the Black Pearl. Paolo says that whoever Kiko chooses to receive the cursed black pearl, would automatically receive one vote against him/her at the next tribal council - regardless if somebody votes him off -something that could definitely spell disaster. Rob must take care of the pearl until the next tribal council, if he loses it, he gets automatic 2 votes.

Kiko, without hesitation, hands over the black pearl to the astonished Rob. Kiko justifies that Rob needs to straighten his act. He didn't even thought of giving the pearl to Marlon (imagine that).

Confined to the outcome and as for his final say, Kiko admits that he wanted Naak to be at the top 6 but the betrayal is pretty obvious, since there are only three Jarakays left and two ex-Naaks clearly voted against him. But despite that, "Ipagpapasa-Diyos ko na lang. I know that there is a purpose for this. Sana lang it's for the good of the tribe..."

The revelations are not yet over.

Outbursts

The immediate aftermath of the night's tribal council certainly took it's toll to some of the tribemates' loyalty and conscience.

Rob was furious for receiving Kiko's curse. Tons of bleeped words ensued. Rob insists that he remained loyal to the f**ng Naak alliance but he gets this kind of reward from Kiko. "Naging loyal ako sa alliance ng tribe tapos ako ang gaganunin. Ako ang nagsulat ng pangalawang boto kay Marlon...Anong klaseng utak meron yang si Kiko...."

Vern believes that Kiko perhaps gave the pearl to Rob because of his "papetiks-petiks" performace during the challenges. But Rob is adamant, cursing and threatening Kiko the next time their paths cross.

JC meanwhile, remains quiet, although he was obviously shaken by the developments and Zita was all the more confused.

Cris, stood up to his betrayal that would probably be followed by a series of lies and deceits in the future as he pretends to be shocked as well - "Kahit ako nabigla rin eh..." he adds, "Wala namang aamin dito eh..."

But Zita admitted upfront... "Ako binoto ko talaga si Marlon, (to which Marlon gives his signature smirk of delight).. Binoto ko talaga sya dahil yun ang napagkasunduan ng Naak.." she insisted.

Charisse is clearly devastated. Admittedly, she doesn't want Kiko to leave but she just had to go with the flow with Jarakay. She shares tears with Kaye.

Kaye asks Cris if what they did was right, asking him that if Kiko was still around, would the all-boys club still push through. Cris tells her, "Wag kang magpapakita ng guilty..." and convinces her that they made the right decision.

Kaye, justifies her decision by saying, "Ginawa ko to para maging patas ang laban para sa lahat...."

The Triumphant Marlon

The birthday boy, Marlon, clearly was the happiest man at Chalam. Rob says that "pistang-pista kay Marlon..." Marlon admits that he was really happy that Kiko got voted off.

During his conversation with Rob, Marlon repeats his statement "Bobo lang ang hindi makakaramdam na sya na pala ang mavo-vote out... "

To which, Rob, replies "Ibig mong sabihin, bobo si Kiko... "

"Ikaw nagsabi nyan," Marlon's cunning retort.

Marlon's plans worked. He wanted all the schemers (aside from himself) and all those who could create a strong alliance gets voted off one by one. He knows that Naak is as chaotic as never before. He even gets to tease Charisse, "Mas mamimiss mo ako kung ako ang nawala... "

Marlon is even thankful... "Salamat ha, dinidinig nyo ang panalangin ko..."

But the last revelation would be Marlon's decoy, Rob.

It was all part of his grand plan. To have Rob as a decoy - to make it appear to Kiko that it was Rob who would eventually betray him. It is almost as if Marlon already knows about the curse of the black pearl and for him to avoid it, Kiko, by mistake, gives it to Rob, the decoy, instead. (Nobody, except for Marlon, would ever see that coming...)

And so the agent of chaos prevails...

He was able to destroy the bond, superiority and majority of the Naak family. He was able to point to Kiko an innocent decoy. He was able to put JC, Zita and even Rob in grave danger and distrust to one another. All of this was according to his grand plans....

As for Kiko - did he deserve the boot? Was he too confident and comfortable that his alliance with Naak would withstand the tests? Is it good for the tribe to give the cursed pearl to Rob? Was it JC's fault that Marlon had the opportunity to tempt Kaye and Cris into taking the side of the Jarakays? Was Kaye's decision justified - that she just wanted to secure her spot - while Cris also did the same to win the game?

Episode 40: What the F happened?

Is it a Birthday Sendoff for Marlon or a Farewell for Kiko?

The greatest cliffhanger left us with an even count of 4 votes each for Marlon and Kiko. One sure fact is one from Naak already turned back and wrote Kiko.

WHO VOTED WHO?

Ang ikasampung natanggal sa Survivor Philippines ay...

If Kiko, will be voted out, 5-4, only 2 from Naak voted against him. We are left with the obvious conclusion that it could be Cris and/or Kaye. How about Rob? He's got some rough issues with Kiko this time; and from the looks of it, he joined forces with Marlon too. How about Charisse's vote? With her affection to Kiko, will it deter her from voting Rustia Man? Or merely just a strategy and she remain with Jarakay?

If it's Marlon, we can't say Naak stayed intact. Rob and Cris could have followed their (Naak) heart. Kaye could have voted Kiko (based on her sentiments), and Charisse could have voted Marlon. But Charisse's is not really something we dwell into.

Far from being possible is a tie. 4-4-1. First, Paolo already said, "Ang ikasampung natanggal sa Survivor Philippines ay..." (Improbable, although, it could be his gesture after a tie-breaker.) Second, who else to vote other than Marlon or Kiko?

Survivor Philippines host Paolo commends Ryan's hosting in Pinoy Fear Factor

Survivor Philippines (SP) host Paolo Bediones welcomed the introduction of Pinoy Fear Factor (PFF) in the ABS-CBN Primetime block this coming Monday.

Paolo said comparison of the two shows is inevitable because they both focus on physical and mental challenges. Ratings might be shaken and viewers may also be divided yet SP's front man still believes in healthy competition.

"Like what I always say, my focus is on my show. I've always been that way. I never focus on what the other side might come out with or whatever. Never. I believe in healthy competition," he said.

"More than anything I believe in being the innovator, in trail-blazing rather than reacting. That's my philosophy," he added.

Aside from the show, Paolo also has high regards for PFF host Ryan Agoncillo, who is one of his friends in showbiz.

"I am really glad that they got Ryan. I'm proud of the guy; I have nothing but respect for the man. When I found out nga na magkakaroon ng Fear Factor sabi ko that has to be Ryan no one else. No one else can do it," he said.

According to Paolo, there are only few people in showbiz who can be considered as efficient host and Ryan is one of them. "I wish more people like him get into showbiz. I am happy for his success and I believe in his talent in hosting."

Episode 38: The Goodness of Bad

Nauntog or Naalog? Just like how the forces of darkness become triumphant at some point of any story.... It almost appears that Marlon's cunning ways has paid off as Cris and Kaye suddenly made a 180 turn. Both of them, declaring to the ex-Jarakays their dismay to Kiko and the two members of "for the boys club" and their so-called alliance. Cris, realizes "Bakit walang desisyon yung dalawa (JC and Rob), lagi na lang si Kiko.." while Kaye admits that "Oo, ako ng oo kay Kiko. Sinasabi ko pa sa kanya ang mga nalalaman ko, pero hindi naman labag sa loob ko. Nauntog na ako. Masakit sa akin na may magdedecide na tao laban sa akin..." Cris and Kaye, even discuss with Marlon and the crocs who between Kiko or Zita they would vote out first if the time comes. Kaye wanted to eliminate Zita first, while Cris prefers Kiko but in case of a double vote, both of them gets it. Next is JC, last is Rob. Marlon fans the flame saying that Zita is using her motherly image to get affection. Defending their plan of betrayal... "Hindi naman talaga siya pagbubuo ng alyansa, mor on ano siya, kung sino ang nagdidikta.." Cris further declares his dismay, "Inopen ni Kiks, dati (the original jarakay) puro lalaki ang magkakasama, dinala ni Kiks sa Naak yun. Gusto ni Kiks na hanggang sa huli, puro lalaki pa rin.. Pero ngayon, wala na ako sa for the boys club... Hindi ako nagbigay ng dahilan para masira ang for the boys na yan" For Kaye "One of the boys ako, sobrang trust. Pero si Cris na ang nagsabi na dati pa pala nila ako gustong tanggalin.. Minamahal mo, minamahal mo rin naman pero, tatanggalin ka rin" Kaye(?) even says to Marlon : "Naawa talaga ako sa'yo Marlon... matapos kang gamitin sa tribe, pero tatanggalin ka rin..." Marlon declares his seeming victory... "Masaya ako, nawala ang kaba. Hay, malapit na ako sa slaughter house pero parang lumaki pa ang tsansa ko..." While Charisse suddenly had a desire for win... "Gusto kong tumagal talaga, I will revive my spirit na parang I will win this game.. Ayokong magmukhang selfish, ayokong magmukhang gahaman and all pero totoo naman na ang main goal dito ay manalo ng 3 million at maging sole survivor.." Kaye also affirms her desire to win "Dati wala akong pakialam sa 3 million, pero masyado silang apektado ng 3 million kaya ako rin. 100 percent ibibigay ko talaga.." While Vern is the only one who shows apprehension on a new turn of events... "Five kami, four sila.. parang di ako naging kampante dun..." Clueless Zita, Kiko, JC and Rob are probably having the time of their lives in their immersion - sharing experiences, food and a part of their lives to local strangers, unaware of the evil spirit that supposedly possessed their allies back at the island. They slept comfortably and took a decent bath on their host. "Simula nung dumating ako sa isla ngayon lang ako nakatulog ng masarap. may kumot at may unan pa.. " - Zita JC meanwhile enjoys taking a bath although, in a squatting position.. "Sarap ng feeling ng hindi naghukay..." But Rob, by mistake used the feminine wash as shampoo and warns the showering JC about it... (Okay lang yun Rob, ginamit mo na rin namang helmet ang undies ni Kaye eh...) which was actually, Zita's fault, since she used it first. Before leaving the locals, the four gave them bracelets and embraces. Rob dances with the kids... saying that what he wanted is to just make them smile. "Kung ihahambing sa game, mas kapana-panabik ang pangyayaring ito... " Kiko declares as she tearfully wave his hands goodbye to newfoundfriends... but his mind is also concern for the soon to be former friends, they left behind... "Lagi ko silang naiisip, concern din kami kung ano nangyayari sa kanila... I can't help but feel bad na hindi ko mashare sa kanila, the whole experience.." he adds. (Probably, you'd feel even worse once you get back...)

24 Oras, Survivor lead primetime shows

It seems that televiewers—well, at least, the Kapuso viewers—are now more interested in news and reality shows rather than fantaseryes and soap operas. The newscast 24 Oras topped the primetime race last night, November 3, and tied with Survivor Philippines at No. 2 Friday night, October 31.

Generating a 34.6 percent rating last night, 24 Oras led all primetime shows. It toppled former No. 1 Gagambino, Dennis Trillo's fantaserye, which dropped to second place with 34.2 percent.

Survivor Philippines, despite starting at the late hour of 9:45 to 10 p.m., posted amazing figures. Its 33.8 percent rating last night pulled the Paolo Bediones-hosted reality show up to third place.

Coming in fourth and fifth place are Richard Gutierrez's Codename: Asero (32.5 percent) and Rhian Ramos's La Lola (32.3 percent), respectively.

The rest of the 10 were occupied by Iisa Pa Lamang (No. 6), top-billed by Claudine Barretto; Dyosa starring Anne Curtis and I Love Betty La Fea featuring Bea Alonzo (No. 7); ABS-CBN newscast TV Patrol World (No. 8); Family Feud hosted by Richard Gomez (No. 9); and the GMA-7 Koreanovela My Husband's Woman (No. 10)

Overall, seven Kapuso shows made it into the Top 10 while four came from the Kapamilya network.

This was also the case last Friday when seven GMA-7 shows took the first six slots while the rest of the Top 10 were occupied by ABS-CBN programs.

Leading the pack was Gagambino with 33 percent. As mentioned earlier, 24 Oras and Survivor Philippines tied for second place with identical 32.8 percent rating.

Kapuso shows Codename: Asero, La Lola, Bubble Gang, and Family Feud grabbed No. 3 to No. 6. Now on its 13th year, GMA-7's Bubble Gang is now the longest-running gag show.

Taking the 7th to 10th spots are Kapamilya shows I Love Betty La Fea, Iisa Pa Lamang, TV Patrol World, and Dyosa.

Episode 37: Survival of the fattest: When the cats' away... Marlon will play

Sa gitna ng kagubatan may ahas na hahalik; Itinuring mong kaibigan na pinaka matalik; Leeg mo'y pupuluputan dugo mo'y sisipsipin; Kapag wala ka nang pakinabang ang ending mo'y sa bangin… May magulo at ayaw mag-isip. May nakiki-ride lang. May ayaw ng alliance kuno… Habang may nagpapakademonyo ng bonggang bongga… “Ang pagta-traydor ay hindi kasamaan sa larong ito… kasama yan e.” I’m very sure that a lot would throw me tomatoes if I’d say Marlon deserve an applause tonight. Yeah he’s bad, he’s evil, and he’s the guy you don’t-want-to-see-walking-towards-you-else-you’ll-knock-him-down-3-million-times... But hey, Marlon doesn’t actually care about his image on TV. He doesn’t care if he gets no fans at all. He is not an artista-wannabe type of castaway by any means. He acts without reservations. He just plays the game and he’s OUTPLAYING them all. He is there to win the millions. The guy even doesn’t seem to mind the cameras. If we only look within the boundaries of Survivor, yes, he has devilish tactics but it’s working for his favor - well, at least up far until this week’s episodes. He’s able to penetrate the emotions of the tribe. He creates twists that rattle the factions. OUTWITTING, y’all. This is mind grind, you know! He OUTLASTS 20+ days (so far) not because of those dirty plays alone. He has made himself valuable for Jarakay by the chores he’s doing, though we know from Day 1, how all got irritated by his ‘yabang.’ And, namangka sa dalawang ilog… Lahat ng pera sa mundo hindi kayang gawing ginto ang huwad na tao... Ang mga tinig palakas ng palakas; Hanggang gumuho ang mga hadlang… Marlon is a great backstabber – and that makes him survive up to this point… But his supremacy is in great danger as well, and he has risked his soul to save his ass further and farther into the game. If really GMA will get actors out of the castaways, Marlon deserves a shot. Man, he plays his character like hell. On with the recap tonight.. please click the READ MORE to continue... Paolo asks the 5 Chalam castaways who are left behind the island, what do they think the four would do. They answer "Magpapa-Thai Massage, Spa..." At the interview, Kaye says that "Lagi naman kaming nag-uusap ni JC tungkol sa spa. Di ko alam kung bakit hindi nya ako sinama..." As for Zita, she is thankful that JC picked her and that the younger tribemates treat her as an older sister or a mother. At four bound for a trip quickly talked about their strategy... which is clearly, to vote out Marlon. Kiko says "Tatanggalin namin yung medyo tagilid - hindi namin kaya ang pag-iisp... Medyo ibang tao talaga siya." Meanwhile, even if Paolo is still around, Marlon already plays the devil advocate to Cris. "Pare, mag-isip-isip ka na ngayon pa lang. Nakikita mo yung final four, ayun o, magkakasama... Yan ang matitirang apat" Marlon affirms his strategy... "Sige magiging bad boy pa ako kung magiging bad boy... " Cris admits that even if he has a "tampo", he still trusts his former Naak alliance. JC trusts Cris and Kaye as well. Cris shows humility... "Kung hanggang saan ako doon, ok, salamat...." Kiko on the other hand knows what Marlon is up to. "Syempre kung strategy nila ang maging oportunista, gagamitin nila yun for their advantage..." A Pleasant Surprise Rob thought that they are bound to a resort, spa or a hotel accomodation. But apparently they got a better deal - to immerse, mingle and interact with the local villagers. The Pinoys presented to the Thais local food and they shared a feast. Rob introduces the three to a local woman. JC, Kiko and Zita could not help but express their delight with the hospitality that they have experienced - and of course the authentic food. Kiko gave a bracelet to a Thai boy and the latter gave them fresh buko juice that Kiko thought had an instant sweetener on it. Surprises, on the other hand, are not as pleasant back at Chalam. Kaye expresses to Cha her irritation to Marlon about the gapangan issue. "Eh bakit Kaye, wag mong sabihin na hindi sinabi sayo ni JC na ginagapang siya ni Jace... Sinabi nya ang mga sikreto niya. Parang tanga. Ayoko nang magsalita... Naiinis na ako. baka mag-away lang kami.. bakit mo sinasabi yan diba? Kung may strategy ka bakit mo sinasabi. eh tanga pala sya eh.." (Apparently, it's Kaye who is throwing the punches tonight... whew!) Cha meanwhile is confused as to why Marlon wants to come out or project an image na "kinaaasaran ng lahat... a bad guy." But undoubtedly, Marlon was able to stir things up to Kaye and Cris... Ayoko na ng alliance Back at the island, Marlon keeps himself busy again - getting food and firewood - but he is most busy trying to sway Cris and Kaye. "Syempre nagpakademonyo na naman ako. Alam mo yang si Zita, hindi ko na tinatawag na Mommy Zita.. siempre ginamit ko ang strategy nya, nagpapaapi siya... Cris is adamant that he would be just thankful no matter how long he stays in the island if he would stick with his alliance with ex-Naak. Meanwhile, Kaye's consistent response to Marlon is "Ayoko na ng alliance." She realizes that she should only be playing for herself not for any alliance - declaring some memorable lines..."Ayoko nang isipin na gusto kong manalo si Nanay Zita. Pero bakit ba ako nandito sa Survivor, hindi para kay Nanay Zita. Si Nanay Zita ay isa sa mga kakompetensya ko. Lahat kami dito ay magkakalaban." Kaye even praises Marlon's diskarte to getting food... "Pareho silang masipag, pero si Marlon mas marami syang alam sa mga food source dito sa island." Vern and Marlon try to convince Kaye and Cris that the four currently on trip are very powerful competitors when it boils down to the final days of competition. Kaye would have a stronger chance winning against the underdogs (ex Jarakays) Here are some quotable exchanges: "Kasi dati pa may gumugulo na sa isip ko, kung kami ang natira sa alliance, anim na lang kami at naubos ang jarakay. Biglang pumasok sa isip ko na tatanggalin din nila ako.. " - Kaye "Mag-isip-isip ka..." Marlon "Yung mga sinasabi ni Marlon, pwedeng tama, pwedeng mali. Pero nasa isip ko, sinasarili ko na lang ang diskarte. Hindi ko na sinishare, nakikiride on ako." - Cris "Ang pagtatraydor, hindi masama sa larong to.. Kasama na yon.. " - Marlon "Eh kung sasama ako sa inyo, di ba ilalaglag nyo rin ako?" - Cris "Sa akin iba ang nasa isip ko. Be positive. Eh kasi, wala pa ako sa point na ako ang tsutsugihin..." - Cris "Eh pano kung dumating na yun. Di mo naman alam kung ano ang plano ng apat" - Marlon "Salamat... Anong gusto kong gawin ko? Dadalhin ko kayo. Eh kalaban ko rin kayong dalawa eh. Yung tsansa ko nasa isip at nasa puso! Tandaan mo yan!" - Cris "Napakabad boy ko para sabihin ko ang mga yun. Pero ang mga strategy ko, wag nyong mamasamain dahil pagkatapos ng larong to, makikilala nyo rin ako bandang huli e. Sa larong to, walang rules, walang masama.. this is a game." - Marlon