Toni Gonzaga, who is now pregnant with her child with Paul Soriano, was one of the stars present at the premiere night of Dukot.
This independent film is helmed by award-winning filmmaker, Direk Paul, who helped conceptualize this crime drama.
It is produced by Star Cinema and Direk Paul's own production company, Ten17 Productions.
Dukot is an action-suspense thriller featuring Enrique Gil, Shaina Magdayao, Christopher de Leon, Ricky Davao, Bing Pimentel, Alex Medina, Ping Medina, Bangs Garcia, and Dino Pastrano.
Based on true events, Dukot is graded B by the Cinema Evaluation Board.
It tells the story of Carlo Sandoval (Enrique) who was abducted and held at an abandoned place while his kidnappers demanded ransom from his parents.
The movie had a red carpet screening last July 12 at the Dolphy Theatre located in the ABS-CBN compound.
The red carpet guests included the main cast members of Dukot, which is currently being screened in cinemas nationwide.
Toni Gonzaga and Direk Paul's family members were also spotted at the premiere.
Toni Gonzaga-Soriano showed her full support for husband Direk Paul Soriano.
Soon to be parents to a baby boy, Direk Paul Soriano and Toni Gonzaga were all smiles for photographers.
Paul Soriano earned awards for his film Thelma (2012) and produced the eight-hour-long historical epic Hele sa Hiwagang Hapis directed by Lav Diaz
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Paul Soriano is known for directing Kid Kulafu (2015) and producing the critically acclaimed Hele sa Hiwagang Hapis.
He was accompanied by his wife, Toni Gonzaga-Soriano, who was all smiles and stayed by her hubby’s side.
Toni's sister, Alex Gonzaga, was also present at the red-carpet screening to show her support for her brother-in-law.
Toni Gonzaga hiding her baby bump with a loose white top.
Paul Soriano's siblings were also in attendance.
Of course we wouldn't miss out the main star of Dukot, Enrique Gil.
According to Enrique, this film was one of his most difficult roles to date.
Enrique explained that the film Dukot is very timely since it tackles crime and keeping one's family safe.
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Enrique Gil is cast as Carlo Sandoval, a guy who is abducted and kept in an abandoned place for ransom.
Alex Medina, Ping Medina, and Bangs Garcia were spotted at the premiere of Dukot at the Dolphy Theater. They are cast as kontrabidas in the film.
The stars who play the Sandoval family were also present in the screening.
Shaina Magdayao brings life to Cathy Sandoval, Carlo Sandoval's sister who was supposed to be the original kidnapping victim.
Ricky Davao plays the distraught father of Carlo Sandoval.
During the premiere night, many up and coming actors and actresses came to support the film.
Rumored couple Sofia Andres and Diego Loyzaga were among the ABS-CBN stars present at the screening.
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Screen partners Sofia Andres and Diego Loyzaga.
But, Sofia Andres clarified that they are not in a romantic relationship but rather more of a friendly relationship.
Sofia Andres told the media at her interview with ABS-CBN last July 12 that they are just close friends that enjoy each other's company.
Sofia said that she just sees Diego as one of her closest guy friend as of the moment.
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Diego Loyzaga shares the same sentiments as he says that he and Sofia are just really close friends.
The young love team that is quickly gaining much popularity, Bailona, was also in attendance for the screening.
The other half of the loveteam "Bailona", Ylona Garcia was in attendance for the film. She is a rising star and currently present in the show "We Love OPM: The Celebrity Sing Offs."
Filipino-British TV personality and actor Bailey May is the other half of the famous loveteam "Bailona." He is also currently present at the show "We Love OPM: The Celebrity Sing Offs" alongside JK Labajo and Kyle Echarri.
Enrique Gil's co-stars in "Dolce Amore" were also present during the red carpet showing their support for him.
Kean Cipriano and Ruben Maria Soriquez were present and attended the premiere night.
The lead vocalist of Callalily, Kean Cipriano attended and was one of the first people to arrive for the premiere night.
Newcomers Loisa Andalio and Markus Paterson also graced the red carpet and were in attendance for the screening.
Unfortunately, Liza Soberano couldn’t make it but we know that she supports Enrique Gil with all her heart for his new movie that is totally different from all his other movies.
Dukot is currently screening in selected theatres nationwide starting July 13.