The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition
A Philippine adaptation of the American weight-loss competition.
The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition is a Philippine television reality competition series broadcast by ABS-CBN, based on the American game show of the same title. It originally aired from May 30, 2011, to April 26, 2014, with Sharon Cuneta as the first host and Iza Calzado as the final host.
Quick Facts
- Creator
- Ben Silverman
- Mark Koops
- Dave Broome
- Genre
- Reality competition
- Starring
- Jim Saret (Season 1)
- Toni Saret (Season 2)
- Chinggay Andrada (Season 1)
- Opening theme
- "Sabay Tayo" by Mayonnaise
- Country
- Philippines
- Language
- Filipino
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 161
Facts from the source article.
Premise
Each season begins with a weigh-in to set contestants' starting weights, which serve as the baseline for determining the overall winner. Contestants are split into two teams of six, each wearing different colored T-shirts. Trainers, working with medical personnel, design workout and nutrition plans and teach them to the contestants, who are individually responsible for applying the principles. Episodes feature challenges and temptations; winners may receive a weight advantage for the next weigh-in or full immunity from elimination. Each week ends with a weigh-in to see which team lost the highest percentage of weight. The team with the lowest percentage falls below the yellow line, and one of its members is voted off, unless only one member remains. Once the contestant pool shrinks to a predetermined number, the teams dissolve and individuals compete against each other.
Overview
A pre-season primer titled Bigating Pinoy: The Biggest Loser Primer aired on May 15, 2011, featuring stories of obese Filipinos, including child personality Carl Camo, and discussing health risks and tips sponsored by St. Luke's Medical Center. A second primer, Bigating Simula: The Road to The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition, aired on May 29, 2011, covering the show's premise and rules ahead of the official premiere. The first season's finale brought back contestants sent home early to compete for a smaller prize, while those still on the show vied for a larger prize and the title of The Biggest Loser. The winner received ₱1,000,000, Artista Salon services worth ₱100,000, a fully furnished condominium unit from DMCI Homes, a lifetime membership with Fitness First, a Vespa scooter, a Sony Bravia television, and Whirlpool home appliances. Other finalists also won prizes: second place received ₱500,000, third place ₱300,000, and fourth place ₱200,000; the at-home winner won ₱200,000 and a one-year Fitness First membership. The contestants' camp was located at the former Eagle Ridge Golf and Country Club in General Trias, renovated for the show, with the gym courtesy of Fitness First and emergency health rooms courtesy of St. Luke's Medical Center.
Seasons
The first season premiered on May 30, 2011, hosted by Sharon Cuneta with Derek Ramsay hosting challenges. It ended on October 8, 2011, with Larry Martin, a former police officer, winning. The season ran 19 weeks with 16 contestants divided into two teams. A second season, following the Doubles format of the American version's fifth season, premiered in January 2014, hosted by Iza Calzado and Matteo Guidicelli, with Robi Domingo co-hosting. It ended on April 26, 2014, with Bryan Castillo winning. That season ran 12 weeks with 14 pairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who created The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition?
The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition was created by Ben Silverman, Mark Koops and Dave Broome.
Who stars in The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition?
The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition stars Jim Saret (Season 1), Toni Saret (Season 2), Chinggay Andrada (Season 1).
How many episodes of The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition are there?
The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition has 161 episodes across 2 seasons.
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