CESAR MONTANO, CHRISTINE REYES, MARCO GUMABAO, NANGUNA SA DUMALO SA MMFF 2024 CELEBRITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

CESAR MONTANO, CHRISTINE REYES, MARCO GUMABAO, NANGUNA SA  DUMALO SA MMFF 2024 CELEBRITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

Matagumpay at masaya ang Celebrity Golf Tournament na idinaos ng Metro Manila Developmet Authority sa Wack Wack Golf & Country Club nung buong araw ng Lunes, Disyembre 3.

      Ang tournament ay bahagi ng pagdiriwang ng 50th anniversary ng Metro Manila Filmfest.

     The tournament teed off with a ceremonial drive led by MMDA Chairman Romando Artes and San Juan Mayor Francis Zamora. Players from the entertainment and business sectors participated in the tournament, including Cesar Montano, Christine Reyes, and Marco Gumabao.

Umabot sa halos alas nuwebe ng gabi ang pagdiriwang.  A grand banquet. of food was set up, and the  popular REO band entertained the crowd with oldies-but-goldies songs by the Beatles, BeeGees, and other well-loved bands.

     Nung gabing iyon ay nadiskubre ng madla na magaling at bibong host pala si Enchong Dee. Siya ang nagpakilala sa mga opisyal ng MMDA at ng mga syudad at bayan na sakop ng Metro Manila. Siya rin ang nangasiwa sa isang grand raffle kung saan ang major prize ay isang 2018 Fortuner van. Siya rin, siyempre pa, ang nag-announce ng mga nagwagi sa tournament at ang mga sumali.

Chairman Romando Artes delivered a heartfelt welcome speech, reflecting on the MMFF's journey over the past five decades and the immense contribution of the Filipino film industry to the nation's culture and identity.

Enchong extended special thanks to the event's generous sponsors including GSIS, PAGCOR, PCSO, ISWIMS, Phileco, Agyaman, Smoked Meats, Ang kasangga Partylist, Boysen, Cignal, CMB, Converge, CWC Partylist, Easy Life, Haws Health and Wellness Shop, InfiniVan, Infobahn, Insuplus, Leonel Waste Management, Manila Teachers Partylist, Maynilad, Mowelfund, Playtime, PowerUP, Remedi, Shantal's Beauty and Wellness Products, STX CleanLeaf, TV5, Woodfields Consultant Inc., and Yakult. 

      Naging bahagi ng programa nung gabing yon ang pagdu-donate ng MMFF na isang milyong piso sa Mowelfund at tinanggap yon nina Boots Anson Roa at Rez Cortez. Si Boots ang Chairman ng Mowelfund at si Rez ang President. Maraming miyembro ng The Entertainmenf and Arts Media (TEAM) ang miyembro na ng Mowelfund na nagkakaloob ng financial assistance sa movieworkers sa oras ng kagipitan nila dahil sa pagkakasakit.

Pero matagal na ring nag-o-offer ng edukasyon at training ang Mowelfund sa mga baguhang filmmakers. May professional post production facilities ang Mowelfund.

Inengganyo ni Enchong Dee nung gabing yon ang pagtangkilik sa sampung entries sa 2024 MMFF pero binigyan n'ya ng special mention ang Topakk dahil nasa cast siya ng pelikula at may cast members na sumali sa tournament at nakipagsaya sa mga dumalo sa banquet. 

December 04, 2024

MMFF50 Celebrity Golf Tournament

Member Celebrity Golf Tournament:  A Grand Celebration of Legacy and Excellence 

The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) continued its golden anniversary festivities with a spectacular Celebrity Golf Tournament held at he prestigious Wack Wack Golf & Country Club.  The event brought together an exciting blend of sportsmanship, entertainment, and celebration in honor of MMFF's 50 year milestone.

Mowelfund Pres Rex Cortes, Boots Anson Roa, MMDA Chairman Atty. Romando Artes

The tournament teed off with a ceremonial drive led by MMDA Chairman Romando Artes and San Juan Mayor Francis Zamora, marking the start of the afternoon game.  Players from all over the entertainment and business sectors participated, showcasing camaraderie and support for the MMFF's enduring legacy in Philippine cinema.

The celebration extended into the evening with a grand banquet, which opened for morning players followed by a dynamic lineup of entertainment.  Hosted by the ever charming Enchong Dee,  the event featured an electrifying performance by the REO Brothers band,  energizing the crowd with their timeless music.

Enchong Dee

Chairman Romando Artes delivered a heartfelt welcome speech, reflecting on the MMFF's journey over the past five decades and the immense contribution of the Filipino film industry to the nation's culture and identity.

Chairman Romando Artes and Cesar Montano

The program also included the much anticipated awarding ceremony for the tournament's top performers, who were recognised for their exceptional skills and sportmanship.  Excitement continued to build with the minor and major raffles, where lucky participants walked away with prizes, adding to the evening's celebratory atmosphere.

Special thanks were extended to the event's generous sponsors, whose unwavering support made the event a resounding success; GSIS, PAGCOR, PCSO, ISWIMS, Phileco, Agyaman, Smoked Meats, Ang kasangga Partylist, Boysen, Cignal, CMB, Converge, CWC Partylist, Easy Life, Haws Health and Wellness Shop, InfiniVan, Infobahn, Insuplus, Leonel Waste Management, Manila Teachers Partylist, Maynilad, Mowelfund, Playtime, PowerUP, Remedi, Shantal's Beauty and Wellness Products, STX CleanLeaf, TV5, Woodfields Consultant Inc., and Yakult.

As the night came to a close, participants were left inspired and eager for the upcoming MMFF50 events, with this spectacular gathering further solidifying the festival's role as a beacon of Philippine cinema and culture.  The Celebrity Gold Tournament was not just a celebration of sport but also a tribute to the enduring legacy of the MMFF, setting the stage for more unforgettable festivities in its golden year.

Wack Wack Gold & Country Club, December 3, 2024

MMDA Chairman Romando Artes

Marco Gumabao & Christine Reyes

Enchong Dee

MMDA Chairman Romando Artes with TEAM Officers and Member

TEAM VP Anne Venancio, MMDA Chairman Romando Artes & TEAM Member Nimfa Chua