Kumander Bawang (2015 TV series)

Kuamder Bawang is a 2015 Philippine action-fantasy superhero comedy-drama television series produced by IBC and Viva Television, based on the 1988 film of the same title from Viva Films which was originally starring Herbert Bautista in the title role. Directed by Wenn V. Deramas and Mervyn B. Brondial, it is topbilled by Josh Padilla in his first lead role as Kumander Bawang, together with the powerhouse cast. The series premiered on IBC and worldwide on Global IBC on September 28, 2015, replacing Voltron Man.

It is produced by Vic del Rosario, Jr. and Ginny Monteagudo-Ocampo's GMO Unit. The series marks as the third primetime series produced by Viva Television for IBC after Esperanza and Hayate the Combat Butler.

Synopsis
Matang Bato is a small village which kept many dark mysteries in its past and they are starting to haunt them once again. Our unlikely hero, Tikboy (Josh Padilla) was a frail teenager seeking to make his grandfather proud by joining in his Moro-Moro stage play. But little did he know there was more to his life than just being a stage actor. Suddenly monsters were appearing left and right, revived and controlled by their leader, Conde Regalado (DJ Durano), they struck terror to the village. Acquiring the aid of old hermit, Tinyente Kulog, he learned about his past and how it will help save the villagers. Transformed into Kumander Bawang, armed with garlic bombs and superhuman strength, he ventured forth to end the battle that his father has started twenty years ago.

Main Cast

 * Josh Padilla as Tikboy Regaldo / Kumander Bawang
 * Michelle Vito as Julia dela Paz - Tikboy's love interest.
 * DJ Durano as Conde Regalado

Supporting Cast

 * Jobelle Salvador as Tess Regalado - Tikboy's mom
 * Phillip Salvador as Dennis Regalado - Tikboy's dad
 * Carlo Lacana as Kiko Esteban / Boy Bawang - Tikboy's best friend.
 * Cherie Gil as Cherry dela Paz - Julia's mom
 * Lito Pimentel as Rommel dela Paz - Julia's dad
 * Dianne dela Fuente as Carmen Santiago
 * Arkin del Rosario as Odie Rodriguez - Tikboy's best friend.
 * Gina Pareño as Aling Sebya - Tibkoy's grandmother.
 * Polo Ravales as Nestor Roberdo
 * Aubrey Caraan as Rose Ann Francisco - Julia's classmate
 * Eddie Garcia as Lolo Ambo
 * Lucy Quinto as Lucy Trinidad
 * Augusto Victa as Padre Sebastia

Superheroes

 * Carlo Lazerna as Kevyn Boy
 * Cliff Hogan as Tiknan
 * John James Uy as Ernesto
 * Imee Schweighart as Liwayway
 * Aiza Marquez as Wanda

Villains

 * Johan Lourens as Wang
 * Alessandra de Rossi as Ek-Ek
 * Kian Kazemi as Kulog
 * Coraleen Waddell as Vivia
 * Bernard Palanca as Dark Man
 * King Certeza as Hulk

Extended Cast

 * Issa Pressman as Luningning
 * Daniel Fernando as Ka Dario
 * LJ Moreno as Margarita
 * Dick Israel as Perfidia
 * Alexis Navarro as Maxima

Production staff

 * Directors: Wenn V. Deramas and Mervyn B. Brondial
 * Executive In-Charge Of Production: Ginny Monteagudo-Ocampo
 * Writers: Jose Javier Reyes, Jimuel dela Cruz and Dexter Hemedez
 * Executive Producer: Vic del Rosario, Jr.
 * Producers: Ruchel Covacha, Veronique del Rosario-Corpus and Ramon Salvador
 * Musical Score and Sound Design: Mon del Rosario
 * Editors: Ben Panaligan and Annabelle Macauba
 * Art Director:  Bert Habal
 * Cinematography: Neil Daza and Rody Lacap
 * Production Design: Randy Gamier
 * Costume Design: Steve de Leon
 * Associate Producer: Marilyn Tavora Consorte
 * Lighting Director: Monino Duque and Jay Linao
 * Make-Up Artist: Wheng Legaspi

Soundtrack

 * Kumander Bawang (composed and arranged by Mon del Rosario) - Josh Padilla