iBilib

iBilib is a Philippine television informative show broadcast by GMA Network. Hosted by Chris Tiu and Moymoy Palaboy, it premiered on January 29, 2012.

iBilib
Title card
GenreInformative
Written by
  • Ferdie Aguas
  • Joseph Balboa
  • Mike Rivera
Directed byRico Gutierrez
Presented by
Country of originPhilippines
Original language(s)Tagalog
No. of episodes420
Production
Executive producer(s)Agnes T. Suriaga
Production location(s)Studio 4, GMA Network Center, Quezon City, Philippines
Editor(s)Den Valenzuela
Camera setupMultiple-camera setup
Running time30 minutes
Production company(s)GMA Entertainment Group
Release
Original networkGMA Network
Picture format
Original releaseJanuary 29, 2012 (2012-01-29) –
present
External links
Website

The show features scientific experiments and explores different scientific facts and theories surrounding everyday events presented in magical manner as seen on Japan's popular science show Wonders of Horus.[1][2] The second season of the show is now called "Is It Possible" featuring things & experiments that are impossible to do. The third season of the show is now called "Curious" featuring the discoveries in the field of Sciences.

Overview

The program will unravel many bizarre and interesting trivia in the world of science. The four hosts are also set to perform and participate in actual experiments on the show - with no camera tricks involved, making way for more enjoyable and fun learning experience. But the learning doesn't stop as the show will also encourage the viewers to try the experiment at home as the step-by-step instruction following each episode will also be posted in the show's webpage.[3] It has also segments with Moymoy Palaboy and their challenges. All female hosts displayed cosplays, like Heart Evangelista wearing Lucy Heartfillia, Miku Hatsune and others.

Hosts
Chris Tiu serves as a host.
Heart Evangelista serves as a recurring host.
Recurring hosts
Former host

Production

Principal photography was halted in March 2020 due to the enhanced community quarantine in Luzon caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.[8]

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of iBilib earned a 19% rating.[9]

Accolades
Accolades received by iBilib
Year Awards Category Recipient Result Ref.
2012 Anak TV Seal Makabata Awards Most Well-Liked Program iBilib Won
26th PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Educational/Children's Program Host Chris Tiu Nominated [10]
2013 US International Film and Video Festival Certificate for Creative Excellence, Children's Entertainment category iBilib Won [11]
2014 28th PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Educational Program Host Chris Tiu
Moymoy Palaboy		 Nominated [12]
2015 29th PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Educational Program Host Chris Tiu
Moymoy Palaboy		 Nominated [13]
2016 30th PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Educational Program Host Chris Tiu Nominated [14]
2017 31st PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Educational Program iBilib Nominated [15]
Best Educational Program Host Chris Tiu Nominated
2019 Anak TV Seal Awards iBilib Won [16]

References
  1. "Explore the wonders of science in new GMA infotainment program, "iBILIB"". www.gmanetwork.com.
  2. Portal, Philippine Entertainment (November 24, 2007). "Eric Quizon refuses to take sides in Lolit-Piolo-Sam controversy". PEP.ph. Retrieved July 14, 2020.
  3. "Just Because We Can't See It, Doesn't Mean It's Not There". www.gmanetwork.com.
  4. "Basketball star Chris Tiu hosts science experiment show". PEP.ph. January 20, 2012. Retrieved July 14, 2020.
  5. "Moymoy Palaboy dreams of making lipsynch video with Manny Pacquiao". GMA News Online.
  6. "Comedy duo Moymoy Palaboy dreams of making lipsynch video with Congressman Manny Pacquiao". PEP.ph. January 20, 2012. Retrieved July 14, 2020.
  7. "'i-Bilib: Wonders of Horus' Pictorial". www.gmanetwork.com.
  8. Adel, Rosette (March 17, 2020). "Top-rating ABS-CBN, GMA shows make TV comeback as quarantine halts regular programs". Retrieved May 6, 2020.
  9. Santiago, Erwin (February 2, 2012). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila People & Household Ratings (Jan. 27-31): A mad scramble to the finish line". Retrieved March 9, 2018.
  10. "PMPC bares nominees for 26th Star Awards for TV". September 26, 2012. Retrieved May 1, 2020.
  11. "GMA Network wins in 2013 US film/video fest". philstar.com.
  12. "28th Star Awards for Television nominees revealed". November 5, 2014. Retrieved April 26, 2020.
  13. "FULL LIST: Winners, 2015 PMPC Star Awards for TV". December 4, 2015. Retrieved April 26, 2020.
  14. "LIST: Winners, PMPC Star Awards 2016 – television". Rappler. October 10, 2016. Retrieved April 26, 2020.
  15. Soriano, Gia Allana. "IN PHOTOS: Kapuso winners at the 31st PMPC Star Awards for Television". Retrieved April 27, 2020.
  16. "GMA Network dominates 2019 Anak TV Awards". December 11, 2019. Retrieved April 27, 2020.
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