Pokwang grateful for Toda Max

MANILA, Philippines - With her countless blessings this year, comedienne Pokwang (photo) is very grateful. Besides her bountiful showbiz career, she’s also happy with her family life.

It can be recalled that in May, Pokwang showed the public her newly built mansion in Antipolo City. It was also in the same period when she was welcomed as Happy Yipee Yehey’s newest member. She is also a proud cast member of the sitcom Toda Max.

But behind Pokwang’s jolly personality and innate hilarity is a mother and former overseas Filipino worker (OFW) who went through a lot of challenges like the tragic death of her son.

This side of Pokwang is seen in her portrayal of the role of Medy in the upcoming movie A Mother’s Story, which is produced by The Filipino Channel. The film’s story revolves around a make-up artist who decides to illegally stay in the United States to support her ill child. Also starring in the movie are Xyriel Manabat, Rayver Cruz, among others.

“The emotions I have shown in this film are real, because I know how it feels to be away from your beloved family while working hard abroad,” Pokwang said.

Robin Padilla, Vhong Navarro and Angel Locsin — Pokwang’s co-stars in Toda Max — expressed their support for the comedienne’s new showbiz stint as a dramatic actress.

Meanwhile, in the New Year’s Eve episode of Toda Max, Lady G (Pokwang) still shows care for her family despite being a strict doña. She will prepare for her foreigner in-laws who will visit her house. That’s why she might not be able to make it to the party if Tol (Robin), Justin (Vhong) and Isabel (Angel).

The invitees’ uncertainty to attend the party makes Tol sad, as this is for his fellow TADO (Tricycle Association of Drivers and Operators) members, done to dispel allegations that he wants Bruno’s (Jobert Austria) post as the organization’s president.

Will the New Year in Beverly Gil’s still be happy? Catch Toda Max after Maalaala Mo Kaya on ABS-CBN.