The variety show is bringing back the classic segment “Cash-Ya” alongside a special celebrity edition of the hit pageant “Ms. Q&A”.
The long-running noontime variety show It’s Showtime officially kicked off its 17th anniversary celebration on Monday, October 19, under the theme “Dis Is Ur Show Disisyete.” The milestone event launched with a massive, futuristic opening production featuring solo performances from Vice Ganda and the entire hosting roster. Co-hosts Vhong Navarro, Jhong Hilario, Karylle, Ogie Alcasid, Amy Perez, Darren Espanto, Jugs Jugueta, Teddy Corpuz, Ryan Bang, Jackie Gonzaga, Ion Perez, and Cianne Dominguez shared the stage with the Showtime Baby Dolls. During the opener, the hosts expressed their deep gratitude to the “Madlang People” for welcoming them into their homes and lives for nearly two decades.
A Mix of Nostalgia and Fierce Pageantry
The anniversary special treated viewers to a mix of classic nostalgia and high-energy segments:
• The Return of “Cash-Ya”: The physical team challenge made a triumphant comeback, pitting Team Vice against Team Vhong in a hilarious head-to-head battle.
• “Ms. Q&A: Celebrity Talakera”: A special celebrity edition of the hit pageant segment featured five stars adopting over-the-top personas.
Vince Maristela competed as Disney Vincess, Ralph Miaco as Ralph Mae Gento, River Joseph as Riverjeon Pha, Ryan Bang as Saranghe Ronimo, and Ralph de Leon as Masaralph de Leon.
Following a fierce “Beklamation” round, Ralph de Leon was crowned Reyna Talakera 2026. He took home ₱50,000 and the official winner’s sash from judges Nicole Cordoves, Robi Domingo, and Janice de Belen.
High-Stakes Games and Star-Studded Lineup Ahead
The multi-day anniversary celebration promises even higher stakes with the upcoming “Laro Laro Pick” segment, which boasts a massive ₱500,000 jackpot prize.
An extensive lineup of OPM icons, stars, and internet personalities are scheduled to join the festivities in the coming days, including:
• Apl.de.Ap, Billy Crawford, and Bamboo
• Skusta Clee, Flow G, and Rob Deniel
• Kyle Echarri, Xyriel Manabat, Zaijian Jaranilla, and Alexa Ilacad
• Pinoy Big Brother alumnus Fyang, Candy Pangilinan, and Ethel Booba
Catch “It’s Showtime” on Kapamilya Online Live via the ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube and Facebook pages, Kapamilya Channel, ABS-CBN sa ALLTV2, GMA, A2Z, iWant, and TFC. Viewers can also catch “Showtime Online Ü” on the ABS-CBN Entertainment and “It’s Showtime” YouTube channels and Facebook pages.
