Local showbiz has always been rife with celebrity pairings. Vilma Santos and Christopher de Leon were unbeatable at the box office. Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes’ television soaps spell commercial success. But Nicole Hyala and Chris Tsuper have dominated the airwaves with their raucous laughter and witty commentary.
Nicole and Chris have contributed a lot to 90.7 Love Radio’s No. 1 status for six straight years. Not only has the station increased its market share and advertising revenue, but the duo has also been a sure draw at mall shows and television appearances.
Starting off as an unplanned traffic commentary that developed into a hit repartee on anything under the sun, their Tambalang Balahura at Balasubas has become a habit for listeners wishing to imbibe their infectious merriment. The two have also turned catchy phrases into street jargon. Even celebrities like Kris Aquino, Wilma Doesnt, and Jennylyn Mercado have become addicted to their program.
Ivory Records offered Nicole and Chris a recording deal. Their debut album generated good sales. The duo is now set to release their second outing Hey, Tambalan Na — The Mas Nakakalerkei Album.