Despite being one of the newest entertainment channels in the country, Sari-Sari is capping its pioneer year by providing viewers more of its unique and original content. It is fast becoming the channel of choice for those who appreciate refreshingly exceptional Filipino entertainment. Some of the original titles that captivated audiences in 2016 include: Class 3C Has A Secret, Barrio Kulimlim, Dalawang Gabi, Frenemies in Love, Mariposa, The Mysterious Case of Ana Madrigal, From the Beautiful Country, Wives of House No. 2, and Where is Franco?
Sari-Sari ‘s latest offering, 10 Signatures to Bargain with God, features young talents Shy Carlos and AJ Muhlach. The story revolves around Risa (Shy Carlos), a career-driven 21-year old Junior Account Executive in an Advertising Firm who was living her dream until she was diagnosed with stage 4 brain cancer. She makes an unusual bargain with God and in the process, reconnects with her loved ones and strives to secure their signatures as part of her bargain.
Proof of the audiences’ affirmation of Sari-Sari is the upward trend in its viewership. Kantar Urban & Rural Panels reports a hefty 72 percent increase in viewership from June to September this year.
In August it placed 27th on the pay TV channels rankings. In October, it ranked sixth in Filipino entertainment.
Sari-Sari viewership and original content are expected to continue its momentum with its offerings for 2017. Here are some of the engaging shows that are expected to captivate audiences in the New Year.
Ha-Pi House
A home away from home for five single half-Pinoys and -Pinays, born and raised overseas, who came to the Philippines to discover their Pinoy roots. Stars are Fabio Ide, Ali Khatibi, Prince Stefan, Empoy Marquez, Candy Pangilinan, Katarina Rodriguez, Phoebe Walker, and Karen Toyoshima.
Red Envelope
Seven persons, seemingly at random, receive a red envelope which contains a note with a Latin word referring to one of the seven deadly sins. Find out what connects them to the deadly sins, and why these would lead to their untimely demise. Stars are Meg imperial, Ping Medina and Alwyn Uytingco.
Class 3C Has A Secret 2
The dreadful game of death continues as the new school year opens. More secrets, more lies, and more deaths await YOU…Luna Levech enters Laketon Academy to exact revenge on her ex-bestfriend Denise Villaverde. Little does she know that she is about to be trapped into a deadly game by no other than the sole survivor Ash Flores.
With this, expect more thrilling and intriguing viewing experiences in the entertainment horizon with SARI-SARI in 2017.