Michael V. Shares Real Emotions Filming w/ Vice Ganda
MICHAEL V – Even comedy legends get starstruck — Michael V. confessed that he actually felt nervous working with Vice Ganda for the first time in Bubble Gang’s 30th anniversary special.
Multi-awarded comedian Michael V. has opened up about his much-talked-about collaboration with Vice Ganda for the 30th anniversary special of Bubble Gang, calling it both nerve-wracking and exciting.
The special episode, which aired on Sunday, October 26, featured a highly anticipated comedy sketch that brought together two of the country’s biggest comedy icons — Meme Vice and Direk Bitoy’s well-loved character, Mr. Assimo. The result was a segment packed with laughter, wit, and unexpected chemistry that delighted fans of both entertainers.
In an interview with GMANetwork.com, Michael V. revealed that despite their extensive experience in the entertainment industry, both he and Vice Ganda felt nervous about working together for the first time.
“Pareho kaming kinakabahan,” Bitoy admitted. He further explained, “Pareho kaming ninenerbyos, siguro dahil nag-a-anticipate kami, hindi namin alam ‘yung how it is to work with each other. And siguro nung na-realize namin na pareho kami kinakabahan dun medyo lumuwag e nang konti na parang na-realize ko, ‘Oh! Tao lang pala siya’.”
Michael V. shared that realizing they both felt the same way helped ease the tension. “The same with na-realize niya ‘yun na tao lang din pala ako. Pareho kami ng emotions, pareho kami ng nararamdaman and mabuti na lang it turned out really-really well.”
Their genuine interaction and shared humility translated onscreen, making the sketch a standout part of the milestone celebration.
Actress and fellow cast member Chariz Solomon, who joined the duo in the special, also reflected on the inspiring moment of seeing two seasoned comedians still feeling the same jitters as newcomers.
“Ang ganda, it’s humbling kasi parang makita mo ang isang Vice Ganda at isang Michael V. na kinakabahan at nahihiya pa rin sa isa’t isa, ‘yung ganun. So, validating na kaba is always good and tao pa rin tayo at the end of the day,” Chariz said.
She added, “At lahat ay pinaghihirapan talaga nila, nakita n’yo naman hindi basta-basta ‘yung ginawa nila. Kung saan sila ngayon, ‘yung narating nila, pinaghirapan nila ‘yan. Tao sila.”
The collaboration marked a historic and heartfelt moment in Philippine comedy, reminding fans that even the biggest stars remain grounded and passionate about their craft.
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