Maja Salvador Explained

Maja Salvador
Birth Name:Maja Ross Andres Salvador
Birth Date:1988 10, mf=yes[1]
Birth Place:Aparri, Cagayan, Philippines
Years Active:2003–present
Children:1
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Background:solo_singer
Genre:Pop
Instrument:Vocals
Label:Ivory Music and Video

Maja Ross Andres Salvador-Ortega (born October 5, 1988) is a Filipino actress and television personality. Known for portraying strong female leads in revenge dramas in film and television, she has been described as one of the best actresses of her generation.[2] Her accolades include an Asia Contents Award, a FAMAS Award, a Gawad Urian Award, a Luna Award and a PMPC Star Awards for Movies, including nominations from Asian Television Awards and Asian Academy Creative Awards.

Dubbed as the "Majestic Superstar" by the media, Salvador made her acting debut at age 14 on television in a minor role for It Might Be You (2003), earning her a nomination for Best New TV Personality at the PMPC Star Awards for Television. After playing supporting roles in various films and television shows, she got her first leading role in Nagsimula sa Puso (2009). She gained wider recognition for her roles in Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (2011) and Ina, Kapatid, Anak (2012). She has since garnered subsequent success and awards for her lead roles in The Legal Wife (2014), Bridges of Love (2015) and FPJ's Ang Probinsyano (2016). She cemented a superstardom status after playing the lead in the revenge drama Wildflower (2017), followed by the acclaimed gothic horror The Killer Bride (2019).

Salvador's first big screen appearance was in a supporting role for the film Sukob (2006), which earned her acting awards from the Box Office Entertainment Awards and Star Awards for Movies, including nominations from the FAMAS Awards and Gawad Pasado Awards. Her other notable films include One More Chance (2007), Thelma (2011) for which she won Best Actress at the Gawad Urian and Luna Awards, 24/7 in Love (2012) and I'm Drunk, I Love You (2017) for which she earned Best Actress nominations from the FAMAS Awards and Star Awards for Movies. As a recording artist, she has released two studio albums Believe (2014) and Maja in Love (2015), both were certified Platinum by PARI. Salvador launched her own management company, Crown Artist Management, in 2021, home to artists such as John Lloyd Cruz, Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Miles Ocampo.[3]

Early life

Maja Ross Andres Salvador was born in Aparri, Cagayan, Philippines, on October 5, 1988.[4] Her father, Ross Rival, is of Spanish German ancestry. Salvador is a member of a family of actors which includes her father, uncle Phillip Salvador,[5] and half-brother Jon Hernandez.

Acting career

2003–2009: Beginnings and breakthrough

Salvador started her career in show business lightly. She played a minor role in It Might Be You (2003–2004), a series starring John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo. For the series Salvador garnered her first nomination for Best New Female TV Personality. After It Might Be You, Salvador then started appearing in ASAP (2003–2020). She then started pairing up with other teen actors such as Rayver Cruz, John Wayne Sace, and Hero Angeles for the now defunct teenage television series Nginiig (2004–2006). Salvador, along with Cruz, Sace and Angeles, were all hosts of the series.

She then reunited with co-stars Rayver Cruz and John Wayne Sace for another teen-oriented television series. Salvador became part of the cast of Spirits (2004–2005), portraying the role of Gabby, an overachiever kid whose sunny ways ensures she is liked by everyone she meets. Salvador starred in several episodes of Maalaala Mo Kaya, a drama anthology series, and gained a nomination for Best Single Performance by an Actress for an episode entitled Regalo (2006). In 2006, Salvador made her film debut in the horror themed movie Sukob. She was nominated and won several awards for the movie, including Best Supporting Actress award. The film is considered one of the most scariest horror Filipino films made of all times. It topbilled actress Kris Aquino and Claudine Barretto.

After the success of her first film, Sukob, Salvador then starred in the Philippine comedy film First Day High (2006), opposite Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson, Geoff Eigenmann and Jason Abalos.[6] Shortly afterwards, she then became part of the cast of Sa Piling Mo (2006) playing the role of Marisa. Salvador gained even more fame after starring in the prime time series Pangarap na Bituin (2007).[7] [8] The series is the 2nd highest Musical Prime Time series after Sharon Cuneta's Bituing Walang Ningning. She then gained even more popularity after starring in One More Chance (2007), reuniting with It Might Be You co-stars John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo. Salvador received a nomination for Movie Supporting Actress of the Year. Salvador then starred in Susan Roces's Pataying Sa Sindak Si Barbara (2008), alongside Kris Aquino, Jodi Sta. Maria and veteran actress, Susan Roces.

After portraying several supporting roles in movies and television series, Salvador got her first leading role in Nagsimula sa Puso (2009–2010).[8] The series revolves around a teacher named Celina who falls in love with her own student. This is the first partnership of love-team Maja Salvador and Coco Martin. Salvador stars opposite Nikki Gil, Jason Abalos and Jaclyn Jose. While also doing this series, she was also, at the time, also starring in the child-themed series May Bukas Pa (2009–2010), with child actor Zaijian Jaranilla. Salvador became a well known name after playing the roles of "Celina Fernandez" and "Stella Rodrigo".

2009–2014: Rising star

Salvador experienced career expansion after playing several minor and supporting roles. She became the leading lady of Sam Milby during the 11th installment of the Precious Hearts Romances series. She, along with Milby, starred in the series entitled Impostor (2010). Shortly after, Salvador got another leading role in the miniseries of Wansapanataym entitled Inday sa Balitaw (2010).[9] Salvador played the title role in the inspirational family drama film, Thelma (2011). She received 2 awards for the category of Best Actress for the film. Besides that, Salvador was also nominated twice.

She then became part of the cast in Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (2011). Reuniting with her Nagsimula sa Puso leading man, Coco Martin, Salvador also starred with Andi Eigenmann, Martin del Rosario and veteran actress Lorna Tolentino. The series made Salvador's profile grow even more. After the successful finale of Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin, Salvador joined the cast of My Binondo Girl (2011–2012) as an antagonist, reuniting for her First Day High co-star Kim Chiu. She played the role of Amber Dionisio, a rival of Jade (Chiu). Salvador then starred in the film My Cactus Heart (2012) with Xian Lim and Matteo Guidicelli, who she once starred with in the comedy-romance television series My Binondo Girl.

Shortly after My Cactus Heart, Salvador then became part of the cast in the anthology comedy film 24/7 in Love (2012). For her part in the film, Salvador was paired up with actor, Diether Ocampo. Their part in the film is about an officer worker (Salvador) and her boss (Ocampo) who then fall in love. The film involved showing some nude scenes including Diether Ocampo's posterior showing with Salvador in the room. She then returned to television and starred in another installment of the Precious Hearts Romances series. Salvador was once again the starring role and the series was entitled Lumayo Ka Man Sa Akin (2012). She starred alongside Jason Abalos and Patrick Garcia.

Salvador then paired up with Kim Chiu, Xian Lim and Enchong Dee in the critically acclaimed prime time television series Ina, Kapatid, Anak (2012–2013).[10] Portraying the role of Margaux Marasigan, she plays the main anti-heroine of the series. The series scored a great beginner rating of 25.8%, while the finale episode showed great appreciation from viewers garnering a 42.9% final episode. Following her successful portrayal in the series, Salvador received two nominations for Best Drama Actress for her role as Margaux. After Ina, Kapatid, Anak, Salvador did another comedy film and collaborated with Paulo Avelino and Jake Cuenca in (2013), a remake of the 1979 comedy Salawahan.

In 2014, Salvador became part of the highly controversial prime time television series, The Legal Wife, starring alongside veteran actress Angel Locsin, Jericho Rosales and JC de Vera. She plays main antagonist of the series being the mistress of Adrian (Rosales) and rival to Monica (Locsin).[11] For her involvement in The Legal Wife, Salvador got nominated for Best Drama Actress. Towards the end of the year, Salvador starred in the daytime television series, Give Love on Christmas (2014–2015). She did the second installment of the series and it was titled The Gift of Life.

2014–2019: Critical success and recognition

After Give Love on Christmas, Salvador's first project of 2015 was the critically acclaimed drama Bridges of Love, which showed in Latin countries including Peru. Salvador plays the lead role, Mia, who is torn between two lovers, Gael and Carlos, who are fighting for her love and are unknowingly biological brothers. She stars with Jericho Rosales, Paulo Avelino, Carmina Villarroel and veteran actor Edu Manzano. The series started off with a great beginning with a 21.9% in ratings and ended off with a 26.9% finale. For her portrayal as Mia, she got nominated once for Best Drama Actress, while winning the award three times in 2015–2016. While filming Bridges of Love, Salvador also starred in the movie You're Still the One (2015), opposite Richard Yap, Ellen Adarna and Dennis Trillo. The story focuses on the life of Elisse (Salvador) and how she is torn by choosing the right man who came at the wrong time or the wrong man who came at the right time.

Salvador then reunited with her Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin on-screen partner Coco Martin for a new project. She starred in FPJ's Ang Probinsyano (2015–2016) opposite Susan Roces, Bela Padilla, John Prats, Arjo Atayde, Jaime Fabregas, Albert Martinez, Eddie Garcia and Agot Isidro. The series is one of the most highly rated television series ever produced by ABS-CBN by getting a 41.6% on its pilot episode. Salvador portrayed the role of SPO1 Glen Corpuz who is Cardo's (Martin) childhood best friend and police partner who secretly admires him. However, in August 2016, Salvador departed from the series with her contract ending. Her character was replaced by Yassi Pressman. She reprises her role for the comedy television series Home Sweetie Home (2016) as Glen Corpuz.

After her character's departure from Ang Probinsyano, Salvador plays the lead protagonist of the series in Wildflower (2017 – February 2018). In the series, she portrays the strong willed and vengeful Lily Cruz. The series occupied the pre-primetime slot, which is before ABS-CBN's flagship news show TV Patrol from February 2017 – February 2018. The series enjoys high ratings with 20.1% for its pilot episode[12] and peaking at 35.2%.[13] The series, specifically the confrontation scenes of her character and Emilia Ardiente (played by her co-actress Aiko Melendez) is popular in social media and had been a subject of several memes.[14]

In 2017, Salvador played the role of Caridad Sonia "Carson" Herrera in JP Habac's critically acclaimed independent film I'm Drunk, I Love You.[15] Salvador's nuanced performance as the film's hopeless-romantic female lead led to nominations at the 2018 FAMAS Awards and the 34th PMPC Star Awards for Movies, and won her the best actress award at the 5th Urduja Film Festival Heritage Films Awards.

In 2019, Salvador returned to TV with two projects, first was being a judge in World of Dance Philippines, before returning to teleserye via The Killer Bride, where she portrayed Camila Dela Torre and co-starred with her niece Janella Salvador. The tale stems from a woman named Camila dela Torre, who in 1999—right before her wedding day, "killed" their mayor and was found by her fiancé in a matching bloody wedding dress and veil. During her murder trial, Camila begs to the court that she is wrongfully accused, but is eventually shunned by her own rich, prominent family and fiancé Vito dela Cuesta who testifies against her. Resulting in Camila's life imprisonment, she eventually gives birth to a beautiful baby girl in prison. Days later, a sudden freak fire encompasses the entire prison facility. Crying, desperate and unable to locate her newborn daughter, her last words exact revenge on every person who falsely accused her, all whilst her body burned in the flames. Also, she was occasionally a guest co-host on It's Showtime when many of the hosts of the show are absent.

2020–present: Professional expansion

In 2020, after ABS-CBN was shut down on free TV, along with its franchise being denied by 70 congressmen, Salvador joined the Brightlight Productions/Cornerstone Studios-produced show Sunday Noontime Live!, which is aired on TV5 via a blocktime agreement. However, after three months, the show aired its final episode.

In 2021, after 18 years under Star Magic, Salvador left Star Magic to establish her own talent agency called Crown Artist Management.[16] She starred as Niña in Niña Niño. On the first story, Niña was a girl who do not believe in miracles. She thrived somebody's essentials to benefit her and her Lola Belen (Ruby Ruiz) whom born by her mother named Gloria (Lilet) then leaved for a reason due to poor living. After eight years, she returned to Brgy. Consolacion along with his second child Niño (Noel Comia Jr.). Gloria revealed she was beaten by her own husband and she is trying to get away. After sunset, Lola Belen went missing after a long hunting despite that she had died on collision. Meanwhile in Belen's demise in the family, they are convince to start acted as con-artist for their potential income to the siblings, after that when Niño had a stomachache, Niña had caught by the tanods of the stealing property and both were run out quickly and they jump on a truck which brings them to Sitio Santa Ynez where they live a new life until an unexpected event changes everything.[17] While Niña and Niño escaped through the remote area of Sta. Ynez, they had to find ways in receiving true faith for themselves and connected to healing rituals while they found Ka Iking, they had discovered happy thought for earning big income and return on basic act. This little town was ruled by Kapitana Pinang (Dudz Teraña) who was very strict and interested on making more and more money. Later on they met Isay (Moi Bien). It premiered on April 5, 2021 on TV5's Todo Max Primetime Singko line up replacing Paano ang Pangako?.

On October 2, she officially joined the Eat Bulaga! to host the new segment DC 2021.[18] She returned to ABS-CBN in the action TV series The Iron Heart starring Richard Gutierrez.

Other ventures

Music career

In December 2013, it was announced that Salvador had signed a recording contract with Ivory Music & Video. While recording the album, Salvador worked with award-winning arranger and producer, Jonathan Ong. By March 2014, she revealed through her Instagram account that the title will be Believe along with its track listing which contains mainly original composition and two cover songs.[19] The carrier single, "Dahan-Dahan", was released on March 6 while the album was released nationwide on March 25. The album also features collaborations with rapper Abra and Project Pinas. Salvador also co-wrote a song titled "Buong Gabi".[20] She released her first single from the said album, also titled "Dahan Dahan".

In June 2014, the album was eventually certified gold for selling over 7,500 copies nationwide and Salvador appeared on ASAP to receive a Gold Record award. She also staged her first major sold-out concert entitled "MAJ: The Legal Performer" on July 12 at the Music Museum.[21] On September 14, 2014 she released her second single called "Halikana" featuring Abra. The same month, the music reached at no. 7 in the Top 10 Philippine pop music chart.

On March 15, 2015, during an interview with Myx, she revealed details on her second album and that its carrier single will be released by the end of the month.[22] On April 9, 2015, a photo was uploaded on Salvador's Facebook page showing herself on set to film a music video for the carrier single titled, "Bakit Ganito Ang Pag Ibig", with actor JC De Vera.[23] The single was digitally released on April 17.[24] Her second album, titled Maja in Love, was released on April 30. It features collaborations with Sam Milby and Rayver Cruz.[25] In November, she staged her second major concert at the Mall of Asia Arena, dubbed as Majasty. She then again staged her third concert at the Music Museum, dubbed as #OnlyMaja.

In 2017, it was announced that Salvador will team up with Thai popstar with Tor+Saksit for a new single.[26] The song, Falling into You, was released on February 9, 2018.

Personal life

In April 2022, Salvador got engaged to her non-celebrity boyfriend, Rambo Nuñez Ortega.[27]

The couple married on July 31, 2023 in Apurva Kempinski, Bali, Indonesia.[28] On December 1, 2023, the couple announced that they were expecting their first child. On June 1, 2024, Salvador announced the birth of her first child, a daughter named Maria, in Canada on an Instagram post.[29] [30]

Advocacy and issues

In 2013, Salvador joined the PETA campaign to free Mali the Elephant from captivity in Manila Zoo and have her transferred to Boon Lott's Elephant Sanctuary where she can be given better treatment and care. Until her death in 2023, Mali was the only captive elephant in the Philippines and the zoo was considered by celebrities and netizens to not have adequate knowledge or resources to properly care for her.[31]

Filmography

Film

Year Title Role Producer Notes
2006SukobJoyaStar CinemaGolden Screen Award for Breakthrough Performance by an Actress
Star Award for Movies for New Movie Actress of the Year
Nominated — FAMAS Award for Best Supporting Actress
Nominated – Gawad PASADO Award for Best Supporting Actress
First Day High[32] Precious Princess Jewel "Pré" Samartino
2007My Kuya's Wedding[33] KatRegal Films
One More Chance[34] TrishaStar CinemaNominated – Star Award for Movies for Movie Supporting Actress of the Year
2008Kelly! Kelly(Ang Hit na Musical)Kelly
2009Villa Estrella[35] Giselle/Andrea
Shake, Rattle & Roll XI[36] ClaireRegal FilmsSegment: "Diablo"
2010Cinco[37] RoseStar CinemaSegment: "Mata"
Father Jejemon[38] IsabelRVQ Productions
2011Thelma[39] ThelmaTime Horizon Pictures
Abracadabra
Underground Logic
Star Cinema
Also producer
Film Academy of the Philippines Award for Best Actress[40] [41] [42]
Gawad Urian Award for Best Actress[43]
Nominated – Golden Screen Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role (Drama)
Nominated – Star Award for Movies for Movie Actress of the Year[44]
2012My Cactus Heart[45] SandySkylight Films
24/7 in Love[46] Barbara AlcarazStar Cinema
2013[47] RinaRegal Films
2015You're Still The OneEliseStar Cinema, Regal Films
2016Tatay Kong SexyMonetteLargavista Entertainment
2017I'm Drunk, I Love You[48] Caridad Sonia "Carson" HerreraTuko Film Productions, Buchi Boy Entertainment
2018To Love Some BuddyFaith BuanBlack Sheep Productions[49]
2019The Mall, The MerrierCameo role onlyStar Cinema, Viva Films[50]
2021ArisakaMarianoTEN17P

Television

Year Title Role Notes Source
2003 It Might Be You Cara Victorino [51]
2003–2020, 2024–presentASAPHerself Host / Performer
2004 Spirits Gabby [52]
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Miriam Defensor-Santiago Story Teen Miriam Defensor
2004–2010 Maalaala Mo Kaya Various roles 13 episodes
Nominated – Star Award for Television for Best Single Performance by an Actress
2005 Nginiig Herself/host
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Diary (Amnesia) Nayni Versoza
2006 Your Song Presents: Akin Ka Na LangKate
Sa Piling Mo Marisa
Your Song Presents: Sayang Ang Lahat Charmaine
Komiks Presents: Momay Momay
Love Spell Presents: Home Switch Home Shine
Star Magic Presents: Sabihin Mo Lang Celine
Komiks Presents

Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko

Merrydith Ambing
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Regalo April
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Cap (Tanan) Lyn
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Posas (Sapatos) Angel
2007 Love Spell Presents: Shoes Ko Po, Shoes Ko 'Day! Dianne
Komiks Presents

Pedro Penduko at ang mga Engkantao

Marie
Pangarap na Bituin Kimmy Bautista/Ruby Gomez [53]
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Pocketbook
2008Sineserye Presents

Patayin Sa Sindak Si Barbara

Agnes [54]
Your Song Presents: Kapag Ako ay NagmahalAndrea Rivera5 episodes
Melody[55]
Maalaala Mo Kaya: JournalJasmine
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Boardgame (Six Days)Myra
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Runaway (Leather Shoes)Liza
2009Komiks Presents

Nasaan Ka Maruja?

Leila[56]
Nagsimula sa PusoCelina Fernandez[57]
Maalaala Mo Kaya: WheelchairBernadeth
Maalaala Mo Kaya: StorybookJudy
2009–2010May Bukas PaStella Rodrigo[58]
2010Your Song Presents: Love Me, Love YouTeacher Glenda Corpuz2 episodes
Precious Hearts Romances Presents: ImpostorMariz Florencio / Devin Ventura[59] [60]
WansapanataymIndayEpisode: "Inday sa Balitaw"[61]
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Dancing ShoesElena
Maalaala Mo Kaya: RosasBing
2011Your Song Presents: KimRomelynEpisode: "Best Friends Forever"
Minsan Lang Kita IibiginKaye "Krista" Villanueva[62]
2011–2012My Binondo GirlAmber Dionisio[63]
2012Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Lumayo Ka Man Sa AkinJanine Del Castillo
Toda MaxDarlingEpisode: "Darling"
2012–2013Ina, Kapatid, AnakMargaux Marasigan[64]
2014–2015The Legal WifeNicole Esquivel[65]
Give Love on Christmas: The Gift of LifeMelissa Francisco10 episodes
2015Bridges of LoveMia Sandoval[66]
2015–2016FPJ's Ang ProbinsyanoSP01 Glenda "Glen" Corpuz
2016Home Sweetie HomeGlenda "Glen" CorpuzCrossover character – 2 episodes
2017–2018 Wildflower Lily Cruz / Ivy Aguas[67]
2019World of Dance Philippines Herself/Judge
Hinahanap-Hanap KitaHelen
2019–2020The Killer BrideCamila Dela Torre / Alba Almeda
2020–2021Sunday Noontime Live! HerselfMain host / Performer[68]
2021–2022Niña Niño Niña
2021POPinoyJudge
Eat Bulaga!Herself[69]
2022Oh My Korona!Lavinia
The Iron HeartCassandraSpecial participation (Guest Cast)
2023–2024Open 24/7Mikaela/Mike
2023EmojinationHerselfHost

Discography

YearAlbum titleRecording labelCertification
2014BelieveIvory Music and VideoPlatinum
2015Maja in Love
Single
YearSong titleAlbumRecording label
2014Dahan-DahanBelieveIvory Music and Video
Halika Na
2015Bakit Ganito Ang Pag-IbigMaja in Love
Love Me, Kill Me
2017Huling GabiI'm Drunk, I Love You Official Soundtrack
2018Falling into You (with Tor+Saksit)Ivory Music and Video
2024Sugal

Believe soundtracks

[70]

Maja in Love soundtracks

[71]

Awards and nominations

Awards and nominations
Year Award giving body Category Nominated work Results Source
2004 Best New Female TV Personality It Might Be You
2006 Best Single Performance by an Actress Maalaala Mo Kaya: Regalo
YES! Magazine Reader's Choice AwardNext Big Female Star
37th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment AwardsMost Promising Female StarSukob
2007German Moreno Youth Achievement Award
Best Supporting Actress
Gawad PASADO Awards 2007 Best Supporting Actress
23rd PMPC Star Awards for Movies New Movie Actress of the Year
4th ENPRESS Golden Screen Awards Breakthrough Performance by an Actress
GoogleGoogle's Most Searched Female Actress
2008 24th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Movie Supporting Actress of the Year One More Chance
Celebrity Fab of the Night
2009Anak TV Seal AwardsMost Admired Female TV Personality
Star Magic Ball 2009Best Dressed Couple with Rayver CruzHerself[72]
2012 Best Actress Thelma
[73]
Movie Actress of the Year
9th ENPRESS Golden Screen Awards Best Actress in a Leading Role (Drama) [74]
O+ Star of the Night Award with Enchong DeeHerself[75]
2013Star Magic Ball 2013Best Dressed Female Star of the Night Herself[76]
Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Drama Series Ina Kapatid Anak
Best Drama Actress
2014 The Legal Wife
Pop Song "Dahan-Dahan"
Pop Music Video
Pop Female Artist "Believe"
6th PMPC Star Awards for MusicDance Album of the Year
201546th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment AwardsPromising Female Singer
Promising Performer of the Year
Favorite New Artist
Favorite Myx Celebrity VJ
Golden Screen TV AwardsOutstanding Performance by an Actress in a Drama ProgramBridges of Love
29th PMPC Star Awards for TVBest Drama Actress
201647th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment AwardsMost Promising Female Concert PerformerMajasty
Female Face of the Night
HAU's Paragala Central Luzon Media AwardsBest Actress in a TV SeriesBridges of Love
20177th EdukCircle AwardsBest Actress – TV SeriesWildflower
31st PMPC Star Awards for TVBest Drama Actress
3rd RAWR Awards 2017Actress of the Year [77]
Ultimate Bida
8th TV Series Craze Awards 2017Lead Actress of the Year [78]
3rd Illumine Innovation Awards for Television[79] Most Innovative TV Actress[80]
2007–2010 2012–2018YES! Magazine100 Most Beautiful Stars
201834th PMPC Star Awards for MoviesBest ActressI'm Drunk I Love You
66th FAMAS AwardsBest Actress
Metro SocietyMetro Society Most Influential People on Social Media
2nd GEMS Awards (Guild Of Educators, Mentors And Students)Best Actress in a TV SeriesWildflower[81]
1st Batarisan Media Awards (Bulacan State University)Best Female TV Personality[82] [83]
3rd Golden Laurel Awards 2018 (LPU Batangas)Best TV Actress[84]
4th Platinum Stallion Media Awards (Trinity University of Asia)Best TV Actress[85]
49th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment AwardsTV Actress of the Year[86]
16th Gawad Tanglaw AwardsBest Actress in a Drama Series[87]
5th LPU Manila UmalohokJuan Media Awards 2018TV Actress of the Year
17th Kabantugan Awards (Mindanao State University)Best TV Actress[88]
4th Alta Media Icon Awards (University of Perpetual Help System- Dalta)Best Actress for TV[89]
5th Urduja Film Festival Heritage Films AwardsBest Actress I'm Drunk I Love You[90]
Asian Academy Creative Awards[91] (AAA's 2018)National Winner (Philippines): Best Actress in a Leading Role Wildflower[92] [93]
Best Actress in a Leading Role [94]
23rd Asian Television Awards 2018Best Actress in a Leading Role[95] [96]
2019Push Awards 2018Push Female TV Performance of the Year[97]
1st Asia Contents AwardsBest Actress[98]
2020Film Development Council of the Philippines - Ambassadors Night 2020Honoree - Best Actress Awardee for 1st Asia Contents Awards[99]
20212021 Asian Academy Creative AwardsNational Winner (Philippines): Best Actress in a Leading Role Niña Niño[100]
Best Actress in a Leading Role
Adobo Video Fest by Facebook WatchBest Dance Cover by Independent Creators Category AwardsMaja x D'Grind (J.LO's Super Bowl Halftime Show Dance Cover)[101]
Best Entertainment Lifestyle Video by Independent Creators Category Community EngagementSpeaking Ilocana Only Challenge
7th RAWR AwardsActress of the YearNiña Niño[102]
Favorite Bida

FHM Philippines 100 Sexiest Women

YearRank
2017No. 15
2016No. 23
2015No. 18
2014No. 21
2013No. 14
2012No. 58
2011No. 36
2010No. 15
2009No. 18
2008No. 21
2007No. 17
2006No. 47

Notes and References

  1. News: Maja Salvador quips 'last year as single lady' at pink birthday bash . . Llemit, Kathleen A. . October 11, 2022 . February 21, 2024.
  2. Web site: 2012-06-15 . Maja Salvador wins Urian best actress . 2023-10-30 . The Manila Times . en.
  3. Web site: Cruz . Marinel . 2022-05-04 . What's it like for Maja Salvador to manage the careers of John Lloyd Cruz, 16 others . 2023-10-30 . INQUIRER.net . en.
  4. Web site: Maja Salvador: Real talent, Real gem . Siazon, Rachelle . Pep.ph . March 29, 2021 . February 21, 2024.
  5. Web site: Alip. Nap. Salvador family: Is Maja indifferent towards her clan?. Balita.ca. October 25, 2013.
  6. News: Avante. Wells. Maja in high spirits. Philippine Entertainment Portal. October 5, 2017.
  7. News: Garcia. Rose. Maja Salvador tries singing in 'Pangarap Na Bituin'. Philippine Entertainment Portal. October 5, 2017.
  8. Web site: Corpuz. David. Maja Salvador's Top Five. Cosmo.ph. October 25, 2013.
  9. Web site: Franco. Bernie. Maja Salvador hopes to give justice to her role in Inday Sa Balitaw. Philippines' Ultimate Showbiz Hub (PUSH). October 5, 2017.
  10. News: Cruz. Marinel. What Maja has learned in 10 years in show biz. Philippine Daily Inquirer. October 5, 2017.
  11. Web site: Angel Locsin returns to primetime TV via 'The Legal Wife'. ABS-CBN Entertainment. October 5, 2017.
  12. News: WILDFLOWER TV RATINGS (February 13, 2017) . https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/s/instagram/BQeq4UhhE35 . 2021-12-23 . subscription. February 14, 2017 . instagram.com/wildflowerabscbn . February 16, 2017.
  13. News: WILDFLOWER TV RATINGS (October 10, 2017) . https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/s/instagram/BaGFbGBgc2K . 2021-12-23 . subscription. October 11, 2017 . instagram.com/wildflowerabscbn . October 11, 2017.
  14. News: These funny Maja Salvador-Aiko Melendez Wildflower memes will make your day. Philippine Entertainment Portal.
  15. News: Cruz. Oggs. I'm Drunk, I Love You Review: An ode to all things intoxicating. 22 February 2017. Rappler. 18 February 2017.
  16. Web site: Maja leaves Star Magic after 18 years . https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/s/instagram/CMefwu4LxPr . 2021-12-23 . subscription.
  17. Web site: Maja Salvador joins TV5 in new teleserye. BusinessMirror. March 30, 2021. April 3, 2021.
  18. Web site: Maja Salvador debuts on Eat Bulaga!; recalls being an avid viewer as a child . Anarcon, James Patrick . October 2, 2021 . October 2, 2021.
  19. Web site: Maja Salvador Will Be Releasing An Album Soon!. March 2014. MYX Philippines. April 10, 2014.
  20. News: The Manila Times. Maja Salvador: 'Believe and it will happen'. 29 March 2014. April 10, 2014.
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