'Nicki Minaj' Wins Kalokalike Face 2; It's Showtime to Launch 'That's My Tomboy'

Impersonator Jennifer Catuyong was hailed as the second Ultimate Kalokalike in ABS-CBN’s noontime show “It’s Showtime” after impressing the madlang people and the judges with her resemblance and flawless impression of the international recording artist’s antics.

As the Ultimate Kalokalike, Jennifer won P300,000 and a special artista package. Her win quickly made a massive buzz on social networking site Twitter and became one of its trending topics in the country and worldwide.

Placing as first runner-up and winning P200,000 is the Kalokalike of Apl de Ap, who also bagged the Picture Frame Award and won an additional P20,000 for being the most photogenic among the finalists.

Meanwhile, the Kalokalike of iconic comedy character Mr. Bean was named the second runner-up and received the Texters’ Choice Award for garnering the highest percentage of text votes from viewers. He brought home a total of P120,000.

The Kalokalikes of rapper Abra and singer Bamboo were also selected as runners-up, both winning P50,000 each. Abra Kalokalike took the Trending Award for the thousands of “likes” and positive feedback he’s been receiving online ever since joining the look-alike competition, while Bamboo Kalokalike got the BFF Award after being voted as the friendliest by his co-finalists.

The Kalokalike of “Twilight” hunk Taylor Lautner, meanwhile, failed to enter the Top 5 but still bagged the Kumarir Award for being the most improved contestant in terms of physique, appearance, and demeanor.

After Kalokalike, “It’s Showtime” will be launching a new segment that will showcase the talent and wits of lesbians in “That's My Tomboy.” 

Stay tuned to “It’s Showtime” at 12:30 PM and on Saturdays at 12NN on ABS-CBN for more updates about the new segment. Follow @ItsShowtimena on Twitter or like   www.facebook.com/itsShowtimena.

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It's Showtime Kalokalike Face 2 Grand Finals Winner | 'Nicki Minaj' is Ultimate Kalokalike

It's Showtime Kalokalike Face 2 grand finals happened Saturday, September 28 in the most awaited Kalokalike Ultimate Showdown and the kalokalike of Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Catayong was hailed as the winner.

From Monday until Friday (Sept 23-27), 34 kalokalike grand finalists battle each other from among the contenders, the Top 15 grand finalists were selected made to clash for the Ultimate Kalokalike title.

The kalokalike of Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Catayong received P300,000. The first runner-up, Apl de Ap kalokalike, Reginald Abrio and second runner-up Mr. Bean kalokalike, Michael Angelo Lasac, received P200,000 and P100,000, respectively. 

Rounding up the top 5 finalists were Abra kalokalike, Mark Anthony Sanchez and Bamboo kalokalike, Raymond John Alternado who each received P50,000. 

Special awards were also given, each winner bringing home P20,000. Here they are:

• Kumarir Award (most improved) - Taylor Lautner kalokalike, Christopher Diwata
• Trending Award (online star) - Abra kalokalike, Mark Anthony Sanchez
• BFF Award (congeniality) - Bamboo kalokalike, Raymond John Alternado 
• Picture Frame Award (photogenic) - Apl de Ap kalokalike, Reginald Abrio
• Texters’ Choice Award - Mr. Bean kalokalike, Michael Angelo Lasac 

Completing the Top 15 finalists were the Kalokalikes of Marian Rivera, Taylor Lautner, Noli De Castro, Billy Crawford, PNoy, Alfie Lorenzo, Jake Cuenca, Wiz Khalifa, Michael Jackson, and Jed Madela.

The look-alike contest of It’s Showtime became so popular among viewers and netizens that “Kalokalike Face 2” was launched immediately after its first run, which hailed Christopher De Leon look-alike Jonathan Garcia as the Ultimate Kalokalike last June.

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It's Showtime 'Kalokalike Face 2' Grand Finals Winner Revealed on September 28

The road to the “Kalokalike Face 2” grand finals has begun as 34 Kalokalike grand finalists battle each other from Monday until Friday (Sept 23-27) in ABS-CBN’s noontime program “It’s Showtime.” Check out the winners of Kalokalike Face 2 grand finals here.

UPDATE: 'Nicki Minaj' is Ultimate Kalokalike, Wins Kalokalike Face 2

From the 34 contenders, the Top 15 grand finalists will be selected and will be made to clash for the Ultimate Kalokalike title in the grand finals this Saturday (Sept 28). Tune in this week to get to know the stories behind the look-alikes and their inspiration to imitate their idols.

Who will emerge as the Ultimate Kalokalike and will win the P300,000 cash prize?

Meanwhile, “It’s Showtime” also invites groups that can render refreshing musical arrangements and tunes to compete in its newest segment “Jambunganga.”

Just create a group of five to 12 members and audition at the ABS-CBN Audience Entrance along Sgt. Esguerra St in Quezon City from Mondays to Fridays, 3-5PM and look for Heide Villanueva and Jonathan Maximo.

Auditionees should bring a valid ID and a copy of his or her birth certificate is he or she is younger than 14 years old.

“Kalokalike Face 2 Grand Finals” is part of ABS-CBN’s jam-packed treat for its viewers this weekend, along with the grand finale of “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal,” one of the most successful game show adaptations on Philippine television. Veteran broadcast journalist Korina Sanchez will dare to bargain with the Banker and experience the tension of opening briefcases in hopes of winning the P2 million jackpot for her chosen beneficiary.

At 8:15 PM, tune in to the the final and much-anticipated showdown of the Final Four artists Janice Javier, Klarisse de Guzman, Myk Perez, and Mitoy, and see who will be crowned as the first ever “The Voice of the Philippines.” Don’t miss the second part of the finale this Sunday (Sept 29) with performances from Taboo of the group Back Eyed Peas and Shane Filan, a member of former boyband Westlife.

Don’t miss “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN, 12:30 PM on weekdays and 12NN on Saturdays. Get updates on the program by following @ItsShowtimeNa on Twitter.

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It's Showtime Bida Kabarkada Grand Finals (September 14): Which group will win?

An epic battle of hiphop moves and stunts is set this Saturday (Sept 14) in “It’s Showtime” as the three finalists of “Bida Kabarkada” face off in a bid to bring home the P1 million cash prize.

After ten weeks of breathtaking performances from groups hailing from different parts of the country, the top three groups, J. Crisis of Sampaloc, Maynila, X-Force Dance Company of Marikina, and Rizal Underground of Cainta, Rizal will have to impress the madlang people for one last time.

Which dance group will prove superior on the dance floor?

On Saturday, also watch out for the “It’s Showtime” hosts’ performance that will introduce the new segment that will replace “Bida Kabarkada.”

Meanwhile, the battle of celebrity look-alikes continues in “Kalokalike Level Up Face 2” until the much-awaited grand finals on September 28 where the second Ultimate Kalokalike will be crowned.

Don’t miss “It’s Showtime” with hosts Anne Curtis, Vice Ganda, Vhong Navarro, Billy Crawford, Karylle, Kuya Kim Atienza, Teddy Corpuz, Jugs Jugueta, Jhong Hilario, Ryan Bang, Coleen Garcia, and Eric ‘Eruption’ Tai this Saturday (Sept 14), 12 NN on ABS-CBN. Get updates on the program by following @ItsShowtimeNa on Twitter.

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72 Kalokalikes Battle for It's Showtime Kalokalike Face 2 Grand Finals Slots

Seventy-two look-alikes of local and international celebrities will come together and battle in the grandest and brightest tournament of Kalokalikes in ABS-CBN’s noontime show “It’s Showtime” beginning Monday (August 26).

“Kalokalike Level Up Face 2” features the contestants at their best, wildest, and most improved impersonation of stars, and will be held over a course of four weeks from August 26 to September 20.

Each day, a group of Kalokalikes will face off to get a slot in the much-awaited grand finals on September 28 and will have the chance to be crowned as the Ultimate Kalokalike to win P300,000.

The first runner-up and second runner-up will bring home P200,000 and P100,000, respectively, while two additional runners-up will also be given cash prizes. Other stand-out contestants will also be given special awards.

The look-alike contest of “It’s Showtime” became so popular among viewers and netizens that “Kalokalike Face 2” was launched immediately after its first run, which hailed Christopher De Leon look-alike Jonathan Garcia as the Ultimate Kalokalike last May.

Stay tuned to “It’s Showtime,” hosted by Anne Curtis, Vice Ganda, Vhong Navarro, Billy Crawford, Karylle, Kuya Kim Atienza, Teddy Corpuz, Jugs Jugueta, Jhong Hilario, Ryan Bang, Coleen Garcia, at Eric ‘Eruption’ Tai, at 12:30 PM and on Saturdays at 12NN on ABS-CBN. For updates on the program, follow @ItsShowtimena on Twitter or like   www.facebook.com/itsShowtimena. To watch previous “Kalokalike” episodes, visit showtime.abs-cbn.com.

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It's Showtime Now No. 1 in Noontime, Launches Kalokalike Face 2

ABS-CBN’s “It’s Showtime” is now the most watched noontime show in the country as it zoomed to the top in May with an average national TV rating of 15.2%, compared to GMA’s “Eat Bulaga” with only 12.9%, based on the latest data from Kantar Media.

The performance of “It’s Showtime” was boosted by its hit segment “Kalokalike,” which held its semi-finals for two weeks before its much-anticipated grand finals last Saturday (June 1).

The “Kalokalike” grand finals earned a notably high 26.8% national TV rating, while “Eat Bulaga” only managed 13.2%.

Fresh from its success, the Twitter-trending segment kicked off its new season called “Kalokalike Face 2” yesterday as it continues to search for the wackiest impersonators and look-alikes of local and international celebrities.

Interested madlang people may nominate or e-mail their own photos or videos, plus the name of the Kalokalike, name of the celebrity, and contact number to kalokalike.itsshowtime@gmail.com.

Stay tuned to “It’s Showtime,” hosted by Anne Curtis, Vice Ganda, Vhong Navarro, Billy Crawford, Karylle, Kuya Kim Atienza, Teddy Corpuz, Jugs Jugueta, Jhong Hilario, Ryan Bang, Coleen Garcia, at Eric ‘Eruption’ Tai, at 12:30 PM and on Saturdays at 12NN on ABS-CBN. For updates on the program, follow @ItsShowtimena on Twitter or like  www.facebook.com/itsShowtimena.

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