I Do (TV series) explained

Genre:Reality competition, Romance
Director:Nico Hernandez
Executive Producer:Alexis Jeffrey Asuncion, Charmaine Estrera
Presenter:Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo
Jayson Gainza
Opentheme:"Baby, I Do" by Juris
Country:Philippines
Language:Tagalog
Location:Cavite, Philippines
Runtime:30-45 minutes
Network:ABS-CBN
Num Episodes:20

I Do is a Philippine romantic reality show that previously aired on ABS-CBN.[1] It is hosted by Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo and Jayson Gainza.[2] The show premiered on August 30, 2014, replacing . It aired 9:30 pm (PST) every Saturdays; and 8:45 p.m. (PST) every Sundays. From October 25, 2014, and onwards, the show only aired every Saturdays. Its Sunday timeslot was given to the second season of The Voice of the Philippines.

It aired its last two episodes on November 8 to 15, 2014, showing the final ceremony and the coverage of the grand wedding of the winning couple of the show. In 2015, it was named as Best Reality Show by the 29th PMPC Star Awards For Television held in Manila, Philippines.

Overview

Development

The show first made known in January 2013. Later on, the production team conducted auditions in Davao City, Cebu City, and Manila.[3] Contestants must be couples who were 18 years old and above, and non-cohabiting or not in a live-in relationship.[4]

Concept

Nine couples were secluded in a special village constructed in Cavite. They will undergo love session and counseling conducted by experts and they have to face different challenges that will test their relationships.[4] [5] During the show, aside from Santos-Agoncillo, several experts will guide them for the married life: Life coach Pia Acevedo, and Psychologist and Marriage Counselor Dr. Julian Montano.

Prize

The winning couple will win one million pesos, store franchise, a house and lot, and a grand wedding.[4] [6]

Couples

The following are the nine couples that participated in the show

CoupleFinish
Jimmy Kim
20, Seoul, South Korea; Merchandise Department head
Kring Kim
18, Quezon City; Marketing Manager
Winner
56.80% of votes
Chad Fontanilla
25, Rizal; On-call waiter
Sheela Beterbo
25, Rizal; Baker
Runner-up
43.20% of votes
Chris Tan
44, Mandaluyong; Businessman
Karen Bordador
25, Pasig; Radio DJ, host, model
Quit
November 3
Christian Busby
22, England, United Kingdom; Model
Chelsea Robato
24, Guam, United States; Model, real-estate agent
Eliminated
October 25
Emil Bautista
28, Baguio; Businessman, grappling trainer
Honey Avelino
27, Baguio; Businesswoman
Eliminated
October 18
Harry Morris
28, Negros Oriental; Athlete
Princess Manzon
27, Cebu City; Project developer
Eliminated
October 5
Kaiser Boado
24, Davao City; Real-estate agent
Jzaenna Pantonial
24, Davao City; Make-up artist
Eliminated
September 27
Carlo Medina
30, Quezon City; Photographer, model
Kara Mendez
28, Quezon City; Singer, songwriter
Eliminated
September 20
Miko Trinidad
20, Pasig
Marie Reyes
21, Pasig
Quit
September 7

See also

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Juday to host ABS-CBN reality show 'I Do' . . January 20, 2014 . August 7, 2014 . Reyma Buan-Deveza.
  2. Web site: Jason Gainza nervous about hosting debut . . January 22, 2014 . August 7, 2014 . Reyma Buan-Deveza.
  3. Web site: ABS-CBN looking for couples who want to exchange I do's . . August 7, 2014 . Kane Choa.
  4. Web site: Sneak peek: Real-life couples in 'I Do' . . August 1, 2014 . August 7, 2014.
  5. Web site: A closer look at 'I Do' reality village . . January 20, 2014 . August 7, 2014.
  6. Web site: Judy Ann Santos returns to hosting for I Do, ABS-CBN's reality show for couples . Philippine Entertainment Portal . August 4, 2014 . August 7, 2014.