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TNT Champions ‘Tropang Malakasan’ in new campaign

PoPinoy winners join KZ Tandingan and Darren Espanto for upsized saya from TNT

Value mobile brand TNT is gearing up for more positivity and inspiration for Kabataang Pinoys as it launches its ‘Tropang Malakasan’ campaign that highlights ‘pangmalakasang saya’ and connection that a reliable and well-bonded tropa brings.

TNT introduced the campaign with an upbeat ‘Tropang Malakasan’ music video led by TNT endorsers KZ Tandingan and Darren Espanto and featuring PoPinoy winners Versus and Yara, who are the latest ambassadors to join the growing TNT tropa.

With ‘Tropang Malakasan,’ TNT captures the upsized saya of being in a bonded group, which serves as a much-needed source of motivation and inspiration to power through life’s triumphs and challenges.

“TNT has always promoted pangmalakasang saya and always encouraged Kabataang Pinoys to take on life’s daily challenges and achieve their dreams, but this wouldn’t be possible without a fun and reliable tropa behind you. Our Tropang Malakasan campaign is a tribute to every tropa that is a positive force in the lives of our subscribers to achieve their dreams,” said Jane J. Basas, SVP and Head of Consumer Wireless Business at Smart.

“What better way to do this than with our growing TNT tropa, who now include PoPinoy winners Versus and Yara? These two promising Pinoy Pop groups rose to the challenge and proved that Kabataang Pinoys can achieve their dream if they put their heart and soul into it.,” she added.

Tropang Malakasan

Versus and Yara shared that they are all pumped up to be part of the TNT tropa and thankful to have their groups to enjoy the ride with.

“It feels surreal because we just used to dream about it but now, we are living it. We are grateful and excited to have this opportunity to become the newest ka-tropa and experience an amazing adventure with our TNT family” said Ken Huroichi of Versus, whose members also include Kheene Salas, Josh Van Gozo, Joerell San Juan, and Gabriel Luis Pascual.

Asked about how her group has been helping here, Yara member Christa Leiechano said, “I always see Yara strive to bring out the best in everyone. Like a true Tropang Malakasan, we inspire and motivate each other to keep leveling up our skills as performers.” Christa is joined by Gelou Villanueva, Kim Natividad, and Rocher Joyce Villa to complete Yara.

Inspiring words for Kabataang Pinoys

Asked about their advice for Versus, Yara, and the rest of Kabataang Pinoys carving their path toward their dreams, TNT endorser and Asia’s Soul Supreme KZ Tandingan shared: “Have ambitious dreams, but make sure you’re working towards that goal. One day at a time! Be patient with yourself, and you will get there someday.”

TNT endorser and Filipino-Canadian singer and actor Darren Espanto added, “Trust in God’s timing. If something is meant for you, it’ll happen eventually. Don’t try to rush it and don’t be disappointed if things don’t go your way. Don’t give up, even when it feels like nothing’s happening. Stay confident and be yourself, always.”

Upsized saya with SurfSaya 30

To make sure Kabataang Pinoys can enjoy an upsized saya while reaching for their dreams, TNT recently boosted SurfSaya 30, which now comes with 1.25 GB (up from the previous 1 GB) plus Unlimited All-Net Call and Text for the same price of P30!

With SurfSaya 30, TNT subscribers can enjoy 450 MB for all sites for three days, plus 250MB per day for Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, TikTok, and other social media apps to bond more with their tropa and cultivate their dreams online.

TNT subscribers can register to SurfSaya promos via the GigaLife App, or by dialing *123# and choosing SurfSaya.

TNT is powered by Smart, the Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband intelligence.

To know more about TNT’s Tropang Malakasan and SurfSaya offers, visit https://tntph.com/Pages/surfsaya and follow TNT’s official accounts on Facebook and Twitter. #

Q: Kumusta ang experience mo with TNT, so far?

It has been a fantastic experience na maging parte ng napaka-gandang family na naniniwala at naaappreciate kung sino ka as an artist.

Q: Paano nagpe-play ng role ang strong internet sa lifestyle mo bilang isang go-getter?

Let me answer this with an example:

Nanuod ako ng surprise IG live session ng isang iconic love team na kinalakihan natin. Dahil sa sobrang pagka-inspire ko sa reunion nila, nag-decide akong magsulat ng kanta at i-record ito. Pina-mix and master ko rin, bago kami nag-shoot ng music video para ma-release ito 24 hours after ng IG live nung loveteam. Kung wala akong malakas na internet connection, siguradong hindi ko ‘yon maaachieve!

Q: Ano ang advice na maibibigy mo sa kabataan na merong kanya-kanyang pangarap?

Mabuti ang maging ambitious sa mga pangarap mo kasi ibig sabihin nun malaki ang dream mo para sa sarili mo – nag-decide kang sumubok abutin ‘yon at nag-step out ka sa comfort zone mo. Pero tandaan na yung pangarap mo, kahit gaano pa kalaki or kaliit yan, ay mananatiling pangarap if hindi mo aksyunan. Patuloy kang mangarap, pero make sure na tinatrabaho mo ang pagkamit doon. ONE DAY AT A TIME! Maging patient ka rin sa sarili mong pace, at matutupad lahat ng dream mo.

Q: Anong experience ang nagpa-realize sa’yo na bumaliktad ang life mo? Or yung tipong na-upsize ang buhay mo?

May time na muntik ko nang talikuran ang music industry, dahil sa kundisyon ng vocal cords ko nung mas bata pa ako. Ang iniisip ko at the time was that if hindi ko na kayang maabot yung mga highnotes, never na akong magiging good enough. Pero sa tulong ng mga tao na patuloy na naniwala sa akin, I took back my power sa pag-aral kung pano ko mare-rearrange yung mga kanta vocally. Ito yung nagbigay ng advantage sa akin. Yung vocal cord condition ko turned out to be a blessing.

Q: Ano sa tingin mo ang pinakamalakas mong talent?

Yung kakayanan kong i-express ang identity at mga saloobin ko through music!

Q: Kumusta ang experience mo with TNT, so far?

Sobrang happy ko with my TNT Family and sa (network) service ko when using TNT! Masaya ako na part ako ng fam.

Q: Paano nagpe-play ng role ang strong internet sa lifestyle mo bilang isang go-getter?

Despite the pandemic, masasabi kong sobrang lucky ko na busy parin ako. Dahil sa lifestyle ko, kailangan ko lagi ng mabilis na internet kahit saan ako magpunta, at naaasahan ko lagi ang TNT! Dahil sa 5G internet service ko, walang hassle akong nakakapag send ng files, emails, and messages. Pati pag upload ng photos and videos, mabilis lang rin!

Q: Ano ang advice na maibibigy mo sa kabataan na merong kanya-kanyang pangarap?

Tiwala lang sa timing ni God. Kung para sayo ang isang bagay, mapapasayo ‘yon eventually. ‘Wag mong madaliin and ‘wag kang madisappoint if things don’t go your way. Don’t give up, kahit na feel mong wala pang nangyayari. Stay confident and be yourself lagi.

Q: Anong experience ang nagpa-realize sa’yo na bumaliktad ang life mo? Or yung tipong na-upsize ang buhay mo?

Bumaliktad yung life ko nung sumali ako ng “The Voice Kids” back in 2012. Naging public figure ako, and I’ve been able to live my dreams na maging professional singer ever since. (Dahil doon) nakapag-travel ako around the world, do shoots, nakapag-release ng albums, at marami ring nakuhang endorsements, tulad ng TNT!

Q: Ano sa tingin mo ang pinakamalakas mong talent?

Singing, siyempre!

Q: How does it feel na maging first-ever PoPinoy grand winners at ang newest na TNT brand ambassadors?

We are very grateful na kami ang natanghal as first-ever PoPinoy grand winners. At the same time, napakalaki ng pressure at responsibility na mapatunayang deserve namin ang pagkapanalo. Alam naman nating napakarami ng mga mahuhusay sa industriya, kaya naman kailangan talaga naming magtrabaho ng extra para maging successful.

Napaka-swerte talaga namin na kami ang natanghal bilang bagong TNT ambassadors at grabe ang pag-look forward namin sa lahat ng exciting ganap with TNT.

Q: Paano na-upsize ang life niyo after joining PoPinoy?

After joining PoPinoy, napaka-rami nung naging realizations pati life teachings na nag-improve sa pagtanaw namin sa industriya at life as a whole. ‘yung mga naging major takeaways namin during the competition ang mismong tumutulong saamin ngayon with our self-esteem at confidence.

Q: Ano yung pinakamalaking challenge na hinarap niyo sa inyong PoPinoy journey? At paano niyo ito nalampasan?

Ang pinakamalaking challenge namin during PoPinoy was yung vocal skills namin. Naapektuhan yung confidence namin in general, kasi kailangan naming sumayaw at kumanta at the same time. Pero dahil napaka-passionate namin with what we do, siniguro naming natututo kami from all the criticism in a healthy way.

Q: Paano ka naiinspire ng teammates mo to improve yourself?

Rocher: Personally, naniniwala ako na ako yung weakest sa amin in terms of skills kumpara sa mga teammates ko. So doon palang, they serve as my inspiration na to improve more.

Christa: Kitang-kita lagi na nagsa-strive talaga yung members na ma-bring out yung best namin. They motivate me in a sense na ‘di ako dapat basta makuntento, and I should keep trying. Ang mindset ko is that ‘pag nakita ko ang YARA, mapa-proud talaga ako.

Kim: Ramdam ko lagi ang pagka-passionate nila sa gusto nilang gawin in life. Kapag naririnig ko yung mga personal stories nila, pati narin ang mga sakripisyo nila sa buhay, ‘yun ang reminder ko na napakahaba pa ng tatahakin ko, ang that I should push myself more para mag-improve at maging better version pa ng sarili ko.

Gelou: Nai-inspire ako ng members ko na maging strong and capable na leader para sa group namin. Sobrang proud ako sa mga individual improvements nila throughout our journey, and yun mismo ang nagmo-motivate sa aking mag-improve.

Q: Ano ang advice na maibibigy mo sa kabataan na merong kanya-kanyang pangarap?

Kung may hinahangad ang puso mo, dapat kang mag-focus sa proseso more than yung outcome. May tendency kasing ma-frustrate ka if hindi mo ma-meet yung expectations ng mga tao sa paligid mo, or kahit yung expectations mo sa sarili mo. ‘Yun ang pipigil sa pag-grow mo, at pipigil sa possibility na ma-achieve mo yung pangarap mo. Pero ang pinaka-importante is to hold on to yourself, hindi sa pangarap. You can have as many dreams na gustuhin mo, pero you should never lose yourself.

Q: Pano nakapag-dala ng Saya ang TNT sa buhay mo?

With TNT, our life is so much better, lalo na ‘pag kailangan naming i-stream nang walang lag yung dance videos and music ng mga favourite naming idols. Pati ang pag-connect sa mga loved ones namin during our tapings and guestings outside, hassle-free dahil sa wide coverage ng TNT. Mga Zoom training naming laging smooth and easy rin. To our surprise, lahat nung benefits na yun, mura lang ang inaabot.

Q: How does strong internet play a role in your go-getter lifestyle?

Rocher: Personally, kapag may nae-encounter ako na hindi ako familiar with, gusto kong i-search ito sa internet kaagad. Same rin ito sa ibang techniques or anything na related sa ginagawa namin, pwedeng pwede akong manuod ng mga tutorials online.

Gelou: May ability ka na makuha yung information na kailangan mo easily, kaya mong ma-reach yung mga tao sa buhay mo anytime, at mas lalong kaya mong i-share ang lahat ng ito sa gitna ng mundo na puro delay. So with a strong internet connection, feel ko powerful and productive ako.

Christa: Sa araw-araw, napaka-importante ng communication. ‘Yung pagkakaroon ng strong internet, nakakatulong ‘yan sa pag connect namin sa mga tao efficiently. Kahit for school or work pa ‘yan, we can learn so much online, at ang best way na makuha ‘yan is through a fast connection.

Kim: Laging merong pros and cons ‘yan, pero di natin made-deny yung fact na ang internet patuloy na pinapadali ang buhay at nagiging mas convenient ang lahat.

Mula sa pag-connect sa mga tao regardless of the distance, hanggang sa lahat ng pwede mong matutunan for free. Personally, dahil sa pandemic, kailangan nating harapin ang new normal, and ang new normal is staying online –ang pag-attend ng mga online training and meetings hanggang sa simpleng pag-update ng sarili natin sa mga nangyayari.

Q: What do you think is your pinakamalakas na talent?

Rocher: Flexibility.

Kim: Yes, I do the cooking. Yes, I do the cleaning.

Christa: My pinakamalakas na talent is... da kembot-kembot of da hips.

Gelou: Execution of dance steps.

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