Kahit Maputi Na ang Buhok Ko (film) explained

Kahit Maputi Na ang Buhok Ko: The Music of Rey Valera
Director:Joven Tan
Producer:Edith R. Fider
Greg Serrano
Starring:RK Bagatsing
Cinematography:Tejay Gonzales
Editing:Jason Cahapay
Music:Sherwin Castillo
Studio:Saranggola Media Productions
Country:Philippines
Language:Filipino

Kahit Maputi Na ang Buhok Ko: The Music of Rey Valera is a 2023 Filipino biographical musical film revolving around the life of Filipino musician Rey Valera. It is directed by Joven Tan under Saranggola Media Productions and stars RK Bagatsing.[1]

Cast

The film also features Aljur Abrenica, Rico Barrera, Gelli de Belen, Josh de Guzman, Christopher de Leon, Lotlot de Leon, Jenine Desiderio, Meg Imperial, Ronnie Lazaro, Gian Magdangal, Carlo Mendoza, Ara Mina, Arlene Muhlach, Pekto Nacua, Eric Nicolas, Dennis Padilla, Epy Quizon, Biboy Ramirez, Arman Reyes, Ariel Rivera, Ricky Revero, Rosanna Roces, Lloyd Samartino, Shira Tweg, Lou Veloso, and Gardo Versoza. Rivero portrayed the role of Ike Lozada.[3]

Production

Kahit Maputi Na ang Buhok Ko which serves as biopic for Filipino musician Rey Valera was produced under Saranggola Media Productions. It was directed by Joven Tan, who also wrote the script for the film.[1] [4] Valera himself played a role in the creation of the film. Valera relayed that the film was created to fulfill the request of comedian Ike Lozada, who has already died. Valera also informed Tan of an existence of a book which could be used as material for the film.[3]

Music

Kahit Maputi Na ang Buhok Ko uses various music by Rey Valera himself including the song of the same name. It also featured among others: "Walang Kapalit," "Maging Sino Ka Man," "Kung Kailangan Mo Ako," "Pangako," "Ako si Superman," "Mr. DJ," "Tayong Dalawa," and "Malayo Pa ang Umaga".[3]

Release

Kahit Maputi Na ang Buhok Ko screened in cinemas in the Philippines as one of the eight official entries of the 2023 Metro Manila Summer Film Festival which began on April 8, 2023.[5]

Accolades

AwardDate of ceremonyCategoryRecipient(s)Result
2023 Metro Manila Summer Film FestivalApril 11, 2023Best Supporting ActorAriel Rivera[6]
Best FloatKahit Maputi Na ang Buhok Ko

Notes and References

  1. News: Bukas . Leo . RK Bagatsing is Rey Valera in Summer MMFF movie 'Kahit Maputi Na Ang Buhok Ko' . 2 April 2023 . PUSH . ABS-CBN Corporation . 9 March 2023 . fil.
  2. News: Cruz . Marinel . Why RK Bagatsing didn't want to meet Rey Valera before filming screen musical . 2 April 2023 . Philippine Daily Inquirer . 31 March 2023 . en.
  3. News: Santiago . Ervin . OPM classic na 'Walang Kapalit' isinulat ni Rey Valera para sa mga beki; 'Kahit Maputi Na Ang Buhok Ko' hahataw na sa 1st Summer MMFF . 2 April 2023 . Bandera . Philippine Daily Inquirer . 26 March 2023 . en.
  4. News: Mercado. Josh. Life story of Rey Valera featured in Summer MMFF entry. April 2, 2023. March 26, 2023.
  5. News: Eight official entries of 2023 Summer Metro Manila Film Festival . 1 April 2023 . Manila Bulletin . 25 February 2023 . en.
  6. Web site: April 11, 2023. FULL LIST: Winners, Summer MMFF 2023 Gabi ng Parangal. September 25, 2023. Rappler.