Teen stars headline family drama
Broadcast journalist Atom Araullo returns to GMA-7 to be part of the network’s News and Public Affairs group, which is widely regarded as the most credible and most internationally-awarded broadcast news organization in the country.
Atom, who used to be part of the Kapuso Network’s primetime newscast “24 Oras” via the segment ‘ATOMic Sports,’expressed his eagerness to be a Kapuso once again.
“I’m very excited. Ang dami kong gustong gawin, particularly in the realm of documentary production. I think this is a great place to do all of that,” he says.
GMA Network Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon welcomed Atom on his homecoming. “Dahil kilala ang GMA-7 sa paggawa ng world class at award-winning documentary and public affairs programs, kami ay nalulugod sa paglipat ni Atom Araullo para lalo siyang mahasa sa pagiging magaling na broadcast journalist at documentarist among others,” Atty. Gozon said.
A graduate of Applied Physics from the University of the Philippines-Diliman, Atom was exposed to broadcasting at an early age. In the past decade, he has earned the trust of the viewing public and the respect of his colleagues through the news stories and documentaries he has helped produce.
His documentary on climate change for his previous network earned Atom a Bronze World Medal at the 2017 NewYork Festivals “World’s Best TV and Films.” During this same competition, GMA made history for winning three
Gold World Medals and three finalist certificates.
Atom is currently an Advocate for the United Nations
High Commissioner for Refugees in the Philippines, a humanitarian organization mandated to lead the protection of refugees and internally displaced persons. Atom has also completed shooting legendary director Mike de Leon’s upcoming film “Citizen Jake,” where he plays the lead role.
With his return to GMA, Atom is looking forward to doing more documentaries with the network’s Public Affairs group. “Ano man ang mga gagawin ko rito will be the next stage of my career. Gusto kong mas marami pang mai-share sa mga tao tungkol sa aking mga paniniwala, at yung passion ko to do documentaries,” he shares.
“Excited po ako na makasama kayo sa mga susunod na mga taon. Asahan po ninyong hindi ko sasayangin ang inyong tiwala. At gagawin ko ang aking makakaya para mabigyan kayo ng mga documentaries at istorya na magiging makabuluhan, napapanahon, at tagos sa puso. I hope you join me on this new adventure,” adds Atom.
Witness the unusual case of love for family in ABSCBN’s family drama “The Good Son” where four sons fight for their right and seek justice.
“The Good Son” will surely stick with viewers’ minds as its story centers on four brothers who come from different families and are searching for the truth to prove their innocence in their father’s sudden death.
Rising teen star Joshua Garcia plays the role of Joseph, Racquel’s (Mylene Dizon) kind and responsible son, who does everything to give his family a good life. His brother Obet (McCoy De Leon) is his partner-in-crime and serves as their source of happiness.
They live a simple, happy life even if they are not with their father Victor (Albert Martinez). He keeps their identity a secret, even to his legitimate sons Enzo (Jerome Ponce) and Calvin (Nash Aguas), with the help of his legal wife Olivia (Eula Valdez) to maintain their good reputation.
However, just when they thought they can go on with their lives without knowing each other’s existence, their paths will cross when they receive the worst news of their lives – Victor dies after being poisoned, and his four sons are the primary suspects for the crime.
This marks the start of Joseph, Obet, Enzo, and Calvin’s battle to prove their innocence and testify their undying love for their father against people’s judgement and accusations.
Fresh from the success of his Star Cinema movie “Love You to the Stars and Back,” one of the series’ lead stars, Joshua, is thankful for the anticipation and support viewers have given the show even if it has not started airing yet.
Also part of the cast are teen actresses Loisa Andalio, Elisse Joson and Alexa Ilacad, with seasoned stars John Estrada, Ronnie Lazaro, Jeric Raval, Alex Medina, and Kathleen Hermoso.
Who killed Victor? What does the future hold for the families he left? Who among his sons is the real good son? Don’t miss “The Good Son,” starting this Monday, September 25.