MANILA (Azat TV) – The scheduled premiere of the upcoming drama series Sigabo, starring real-life celebrity couple Coco Martin and Julia Montes, has been officially moved to a later date. ABS-CBN confirmed the decision in a statement issued to Inquirer Entertainment, citing a need for additional preparations to ensure the series meets quality expectations for a new viewing experience.
Production Adjustments for Sigabo
The network did not provide specific details regarding the nature of the adjustments or the specific scenes requiring further refinement. The postponement follows the conclusion of Martin’s long-running primetime series FPJ’s Batang Quiapo, which is set to air its final episode on March 13 after a successful three-year run. ABS-CBN expressed gratitude to the audience for their support of the series, which consistently broke viewership records during its tenure.
Shifting Primetime Landscape
With Sigabo removed from its original March 16 premiere slot, the network has adjusted its primetime programming. The Alibi: Ang Buong Katotohanan, headlined by Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino, is confirmed to take over the time slot previously occupied by FPJ’s Batang Quiapo. Following this transition, the schedule includes the mystery drama What Lies Beneath, alongside international offerings such as Love Scout and Forbidden Flower.
A Long-Awaited On-Screen Reunion
Sigabo represents a significant milestone for fans, as it marks the first project featuring Martin and Montes together in four years. The duo has a long history of collaborative success, having previously starred together in notable projects such as Walang Hanggan, Ikaw Lamang, and A Moment in Time. Their last major joint appearance followed the conclusion of FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano, where their characters were featured in a final, narrative-concluding sequence.
- The premiere of Sigabo is delayed to accommodate final production enhancements and quality control.
- The Alibi will occupy the primetime vacancy left by the finale of FPJ’s Batang Quiapo.
- This series marks the first joint project for Coco Martin and Julia Montes in four years.
The decision to prioritize production quality over a fixed launch date suggests that ABS-CBN is positioning the Martin-Montes reunion as a high-stakes flagship project, aiming to maintain the record-breaking momentum established by previous prime-time successes.