I Do (TV series)
I Do is a Philippine romantic reality show that previously aired on ABS-CBN.[1] It is hosted by Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo and Jayson Gainza.[2] The show premiered on August 30, 2014, replacing Pinoy Big Brother: All In. It aired 9:30 pm (PST) every Saturdays; and 8:45 p.m. (PST) every Sundays. From October 25, 2014 and onwards, the show only aired every Saturdays. Its Sunday timeslot was given to the second season of The Voice of the Philippines.
| I Do | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Genre | Reality competition, Romance |
| Directed by | Nico Hernandez |
| Presented by | Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo Jayson Gainza |
| Opening theme | "Baby, I Do" by Juris |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language(s) | Tagalog |
| No. of episodes | 20 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) | Alexis Jeffrey Asuncion, Charmaine Estrera |
| Production location(s) | Cavite, Philippines |
| Running time | 30-45 minutes |
| Release | |
| Original network | ABS-CBN |
| Picture format | 480i (SDTV) |
| Original release | August 30 – November 15, 2014 |
| External links | |
| ido.abs-cbn.com | |
It aired its last two episodes on November 8 to 15, 2014, showing the final ceremony and the coverage of the grand wedding of the winning couple of the show. In 2015, it was named as Best Reality Show by the 29th PMPC Star Awards For Television held in Manila, Philippines.
Overview
Development
The show first made known on January 2013. Later on, the production team conducted auditions in Davao City, Cebu City, and Manila.[3] Contestants must be couples who were 18 years old and above, and non-cohabiting or not in a live-in relationship.[4]
Concept
Nine couples were secluded in a special village constructed in Cavite. They will undergo love session and counseling conducted by experts and they have to face different challenges that will test their relationships.[4][5] During the show, aside from Santos-Agoncillo, several experts will guide them for the married life: Life coach Pia Acevedo, and Psychologist and Marriage Counselor Dr. Julian Montano.
Couples
The following are the nine couples that participated in the show
| Couple | Finish |
|---|---|
| Yong Jin Kim 30, Seoul, South Korea; Merchandise Department head Kring Elenzano 28, Quezon City; Marketing Manager |
Winner 56.80% of votes |
| Chad Fontanilla 25, Rizal; On-call waiter Sheela Beterbo 25, Rizal; Baker |
Runner-up 43.20% of votes |
| Chris Tan 44, Mandaluyong; Businessman Karen Bordador 25, Pasig City; Radio DJ, host, model |
Quit November 3 |
| Christian Busby 22, England, United Kingdom; Model Chelsea Robato 24, Guam, United States; Model, real-estate agent |
Eliminated October 25 |
| Emil Bautista 28, Baguio City; Businessman, grappling trainer Honey Avelino 27, Baguio City; Businesswoman |
Eliminated October 18 |
| Harry Morris 28, Negros Oriental; Athlete Princess Manzon 27, Cebu City; Project developer |
Eliminated October 5 |
| Kaiser Boado 24, Davao City; Real-estate agent Jzaenna Pantonial 24, Davao City; Make-up artist |
Eliminated September 27 |
| Carlo Medina 30, Quezon City; Photographer, model Kara Mendez 28, Quezon City; Singer, songwriter |
Eliminated September 20 |
| Miko Trinidad 20, Pasig City Marie Reyes 21, Pasig City |
Quit September 7 |
References
- Reyma Buan-Deveza (January 20, 2014). "Juday to host ABS-CBN reality show 'I Do'". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved August 7, 2014.
- Reyma Buan-Deveza (January 22, 2014). "Jason Gainza nervous about hosting debut". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved August 7, 2014.
- Kane Choa. "ABS-CBN looking for couples who want to exchange I do's". Lopez Link. Retrieved August 7, 2014.
- "Sneak peek: Real-life couples in 'I Do'". ABS-CBN News. August 1, 2014. Retrieved August 7, 2014.
- "A closer look at 'I Do' reality village". ABS-CBN News. January 20, 2014. Retrieved August 7, 2014.
- "Judy Ann Santos returns to hosting for I Do, ABS-CBN's reality show for couples". Philippine Entertainment Portal. August 4, 2014. Retrieved August 7, 2014.