Star Worx artists join ASAP XP in Pampanga

MANILA — “ASAP XP” kicked off its Pampanga show on Sunday with a bigger family of performers, welcoming artists from Star Worx alongside Kapamilya stars for an unforgettable concert party experience. 

Held at Lapid Arena in Angeles, Pampanga, the show brought together some of the biggest names in Philippine entertainment, including Ogie Alcasid, Piolo Pascual, Bamboo, Erik Santos, Darren, Belle Mariano, and Alexa Ilacad, alongside Star Worx artists Dylan Menor, Celyn David, and Carmela Lorzano.

The event also marked a new milestone in the partnership between ABS-CBN and TV5, with both networks formalizing their co-production agreement for “ASAP XP” during a ceremonial signing.

The program, which has entertained Filipinos for more than three decades, will begin airing on TV5 on October 18. 

“We are stronger together, together forever. True to its meaning for all of us, mga Kapatid at Kapamilya,” Alcasid, an ASAP pillar, said.

Star Worx artist Dylan Menor also expressed excitement over the collaboration.

“Excited kaming lahat, mga Kapatid. It’s an honor. It feels so good [that] networks nag-collab ulit. It’s very nice,” Menor said. 

ABS-CBN Chairman Mark Lopez, President and CEO Carlo Katigbak, and Chief Partnership Officer Bobby Barreiro joined TV5 Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan and TV5 Officer-in-Charge Chaye Cabal-Revilla in formalizing the partnership.

Pangilinan described the collaboration as a promising move for both networks and the entertainment industry.

“It was a compelling proposition for both ABS and TV5. The result this afternoon was a wonderful show. What a dynamite combo. It goes to show what we can do if we work together as an industry,” he said. 

Cabal-Revilla likewise emphasized the importance of collaboration in showcasing Filipino talent.

“The industry needs to work together, to collaborate, for us to showcase more talent and really great shows globally,” she said. 

Viewers can also look forward to watching the performances in the coming weeks, including dance numbers featuring the Streetboys, Robi Domingo, AC Bonifacio, Jane de Leon, and Gela Atayde.

The show will also feature powerhouse vocal performances from “ASAP New Gen,” “Tawag ng Tanghalan” (TNT) performers, and TV5 divas, as well as champions. 

Episodes will also have kilig-filled numbers featuring Kapamilya heartthrobs like Donny Pangilinan, love teams, and special performances—including a duet by “Always Yours, Never Mine” co-stars Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto.

The program will also showcase guest performances from OPM Icons like Pops Fernandez and Aegis members.

“ASAP XP” airs every Sunday on TV5, simultaneously with its broadcasts on ALLTV, A2Z and Kapamilya Channel. It is also available via Kapamilya Online Live on YouTube and Facebook, as well as on iWant and TFC.