Arjo Atayde continues to dominate with ContentAsia Awardswin.
The acclaimed Filipino actor scores a second international win for his standout performance on the crime-thriller series Cattleya Killer
ACTOR-public servant Arjo Atayde has solidified his status as an internationally-acclaimed artist, following his big win at the 2024 ContentAsia Awards. He was named Best Male Lead in a TV Program/Series for his portrayal of Anton dela Rosa, the complex and intense central character of Cattleya Killer.
Cattleya Killer is a Filipino crime-thriller series from ABS-CBN and Nathan Studios. It premiered globally on Prime Video on June 1, 2023. Directed by Dan Villegas and written by Dodo Dayao, it revolves around a murder investigation linked to an old case involving a notorious serial killer. The show blends suspense, mystery, and psychological drama, delving into the dark secrets of the characters and their connections to the murders.
The show has gained worldwide acclaim for its gripping plot, high production value, and strong performances, especially Arjo’s, positioning it as one of the most significant Filipino crime dramas in recent years.
At the awards ceremony held in Taipei, Arjo expressed his heartfelt gratitude to everyone who helped make his victory possible. “Thank you to everyone. I'm forever indebted to all the actors that I work with, to the people behind the camera, to everyone who's helped me be here, gather all this power to actually pull through this good series.”
Arjo continued by expressing appreciation for his family’s support, especially his wife, Maine Mendoza. “It's my first time in Taipei, this is such a reward for a first time here,” he gushed. “Last but not the least, my family. Thank you so much to my family for supporting so much, to my wife who understands so much of the hard work that we have to pull through to be able to do this.”
He also acknowledged the support his ABS-CBN family gave him as he worked on the show. “To ABS-CBN, Tita Cory Vidanes, Sir Carlo Katigbak, and of course, to Sir Ruel Bayani, thank you so much for this opportunity. To the Filipinos, to ABS-CBN, maraming, maraming salamat po,” Arjo said.
Arjo's performance in Cattleya Killer beat out five other finalists for the 2024 ContentAsia Awards trophy. Arjo’s portrayal captivated both audiences and critics, with his nuanced take on Anton dela Rosa ultimately securing him the prestigious award.
This win is just the latest in a string of international accolades for Arjo. It follows his 2020 Best Actor win at the Asian Academy Creative Awards for his role in Bagman, where he portrayed a barber entangled in the dangerous world of politics. That award made him the first Filipino to win at the region’s most prestigious platform for creative excellence.
In addition to his thriving acting career, Arjo is currently serving as Representative of the First District of Quezon City, a position he won by a landslide in the 2022 elections. His commitment to both his craft and public service showcases his multifaceted contributions to Philippine society.
With his unwavering passion and dedication, Arjo continues to inspire and uplift the Filipino film and television industry on the global stage.
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HEAD: Arjo Atayde, tuloy-tuloy ang pamamayagpag sa pagkakapanalo sa ContentAsia Awards SUBHEAD: Napanalunan ng acclaimed Pinoy actor ang ikalawanginternational award para sa kanyang standout performance sa crime-thriller series na Cattleya Killer
MULI nanamang ipinamalas ng actor-public servant na si Arjo Atayde ang kanyang status bilang internationally-acclaimed artist, matapos ang kanyang big win sa 2024 ContentAsia Awards. Itinanghal siya bilang Best Male Lead in a TV Program/Series para sa kanyang paganap sa papel ni Anton dela Rosa, ang complex at intense central character ng Cattleya Killer.
Ang Cattleya Killer ay isang Filipino crime-thriller series mula saABS-CBN at Nathan Studios. Nag-premiere ito globally sa Prime Video nuong June 1, 2023. Sa direksyon ni Dan Villegas at panulat niDodo Dayao, umiikot ito sa murder investigation na kunektado sa lumang kaso sangkot ang isang notorious serial killer. Pinagsasama ngshow ang suspense, mystery, at psychological drama, habang pinapasok ang madidilim na lihim ng mga karakter at ang kuneksyon nila sa mga pagpatay.
Nakakuha ang show ng worldwide acclaim for its gripping plot, high production value, and strong performances, lalo na si Arjo, kaya naman naka-posisyon ang Cattleya Killer bilang isa sa mga most significant Filipino crime dramas in recent years.
Sa awards ceremony sa Taipei, sinabi ni Arjo ang kanyang heartfelt gratitude sa lahat ng tumulong upang makamit niya ang victory na ito. “Thank you to everyone. I'm forever indebted to all the actors that I work with, to the people behind the camera, to everyone who's helped me be here, gather all this power to actually pull through this good series.”
Patuloy na pinasalamatan ni Arjo ang kanyang pamilya, lalo na ang kanyang asawa na si Maine Mendoza. “It's my first time in Taipei, this is such a reward for a first time here,” he gushed. “Last but not the least, my family. Thank you so much to my family for supporting so much, to my wife who understands so much of the hard work that we have to pull through to be able to do this.”
Pinasalamatan din niya ang ABS-CBN sa suporta nito. “To ABS-CBN, Tita Cory Vidanes, Sir Carlo Katigbak, and of course, to Sir Ruel Bayani, thank you so much for this opportunity. To the Filipinos, to ABS-CBN, maraming, maraming salamat po,” sabi ni Arjo.
Ang performance ni Arjo sa Cattleya Killer ang tumalo sa lima pang mga nominado para sa tropeo ng 2024. Arjo’s portrayal captivated both audiences and critics, with his nuanced take on Anton dela Rosa ultimately securing him the prestigious award.
Ito ang latest sa string of international accolades para kay Arjo. It follows his 2020 Best Actor win at the Asian Academy Creative Awards for his role in Bagman, kung saan ginampanan niya ang papel ng isang barbero na sangkot sa mapanganib na mundo ng pulitika. At si Arjo ang unang Pilipino na napangaralan ng pinaka-prestihiyosong platform para sa creative excellence ng rehiyon.
Maliban sa kanyang thriving acting career, nagsisilbi din si Arjo bilang Representative ng Unang Distrito ng Quezon City, isangposition na na kanyang napanalunan by a landslide nuong 2022 elections. His commitment to both his craft and public service showcases his multifaceted contributions to Philippine society.
Sa kanyang unwavering passion at dedication, patuloy na naiinspire at inauplift ni Arjo continues ang Filipino film and television industry saglobal stage.
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