Ariel Aquino Muhlach"Aga Muchlach biography"
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actor. He has received numerous local and international accolades throughout his career, including

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, and

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. He was introduced to the entertainment industry using his real name "Ariel Muhlach" at the age of seven when he appeared in the 1975 film ''May Isang Tsuper ng Taksi'' and the 1976 film, ''Babaing Hiwalay Sa Asawa'',''Babaing Hiwalay Sa Asawa''. Dir. Ishmael Bernal. Perf. Amalia Fuentes, Vic Vargas, Marianne de la Riva, Eddie Garcia. 1976. Film. but he only became well known (under his new screen name "Aga Muhlach") with the success of the 1984 film ''

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'',"All grown up: 30 years after 'Bagets'"
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. As of October 2015, during the 60th birthday of

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President

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, Muhlach confirmed that he has returned to original home network

after more than three years with TV5.

Biography

Early life

Aga Muhlach was born at 2:30 PM on August 12, 1969, at Galang Maternity Clinic in Santa Cruz,

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to Álvaro Amador Muhlach (Jan. 16, 1944-May 12, 2018) and Anita Adis Aquino (May 26, 1949-Nov. 18, 2007). He is one of nine children: three sisters Arlene, Almira and Andrea; and five brothers AJ, Andrew, Anton, Aaron and Albert. He finished high school at

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in San Juan City, and entered

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to study Commerce. He discontinued studies when he focused on his acting career. Muhlach is from a prominent show business family. His father is a younger brother of former dramatic actress

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; his cousin,

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, was the leading child actor of the 1970s; his brother

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was a member of

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; his two sisters are also actresses. His family has

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( Asturian),

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, and

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roots. His paternal grandfather, Álvaro Muhlach Agüera, was born in

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, to Alejandro Muhlach Agüera and Enriqueta Agüera Iglesias, who were from

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and

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, respectively both in

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, but their ancestry originated from

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. His paternal grandmother, Concepción Borja Amador, was born in

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, to a Chinese father and a Bicolano mother from

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Acting career

1970s–1980s: Teenage years

He began his career as a child actor in the 1975 film, ''May Isang Tsuper ng Taksi'' and 1976 film, ''Babaing Hiwalay Sa Asawa''; his aunt Amalia Fuentes was the lead in the latter film. At this point he was still using his real name in the credits. He also appeared in the 1980 film ''

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'' which starred

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and

Christopher de Leon Christopher Strauss de León (born October 31, 1956) is a Philippine film actor and politician. He is recognized as the “''King of Philippine Drama''” has appeared in over 120 films since the early 1970s. Regarded as an "acting genius" and ...

. At age 14, Muhlach was cast as one of the male leads in

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's 1984 film, ''

''. The film, which is about typical teenage life in the 80s, also starred William Martinez,

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, JC Bonnin, and

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. As the majority of the target audience could relate to the story, the film was a success,"Aga recalls firsts as 'Bagets' star"
''ABS-CBN News''. Retrieved 2014-06-14. and Muhlach became a popular matinee idol. As a result of his popularity, he was cast in the title role in ''Miguelito, Ang Batang Rebelde'', in which he portrayed a rebellious teenager in conflict with his mother. He was nominated for "Best Supporting Actor" in the

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, and "Best Actor" in the

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. He was paired with Janice de Belen in the 1986 film, ''Super-Wan-Tu-Tri'', alongside

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, and

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. The next year, he received his first acting award at the 1987 Gawad Urian Awards for "Best Supporting Actor" for his performance in the 1986 film, ''Napakasakit, Kuya Eddie''.

1990s: Mature roles

With a younger generation of actors emerging, Muhlach took on the challenge of more mature roles, increasing his stock as one of the top matinee idols. Hiring publicist Ethel Ramos as his manager, he developed into one of the top dramatic actors of the 1990s."FIRST READ ON PEP: Manay Ethel Ramos officially out of Aga Muhlach's career"
''Pep.ph''. Retrieved 2014-06-14. He was the male lead in light-hearted

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films '' Bakit Labis Kitang Mahal'' (1992) and ''

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'' (1995) with leading lady Lea Salonga, ''Bakit Pa Kita Minahal'' (1994) with

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and

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, ''

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'' (1995) with

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, '' May Minamahal'' (1993) and ''Ikaw Pa Rin Ang Iibigin'' (1998) with

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, and ''Dahil May Isang Ikaw'' (1999) with

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, as well as starring in more serious dramas: ''Nag-Iisang Bituin'' (1994) with

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, ''Sinungaling Mong Puso'' (1992) with

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, ''Bayarang Puso'' (1996) with

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, and ''Sa Aking Mga Kamay'' (1996) with

among others. He also branched out into television

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s including his first as a lead in

's ''

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'' from 1993 to 2000. The series had a film spin-off entitled ''Oki Doki Doc: The Movie'' produced by

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in 1996.

2000s–present: A "leading man" of his generation

In the 2000s, Muhlach appeared in a number of television series such as ''Da Body En Da Guard'' (2001), ''Da Pilya En Da Pilot'' (2001), ''OK Fine Whatever'' (2003), and the continuation of ''Oki Doki Doc'', '' That's My Doc'' (2007). After 18 years at

, Muhlach transferred to TV5 in 2011 to focus more on hosting."Aga Muhlach leaves ABS-CBN"
''ABS-CBN News''. Retrieved 2014-06-14. His last project with ABS-CBN was '' M3: Malay Mo Ma-develop'' in 2010, and '' In the Name of Love'' with

. In 2013, there were discussions about Muhlach teaming up with his former leading actress, Lea Salonga for the third time.

Personal life

In the early days of his acting career, he was often turned down for roles. For example,

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, a

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producer turned him down many times after Douglas Quijano, talent manager, had introduced Muhlach and the film ''Bagets'' to her. Muchlach also had problems managing his finances and was often without money."The taming of Aga Muhlach"
''Philstar''. 2003-09-18. Retrieved 2014-06-14. in the early 90s he was given upbeat projects In 1992, Lily Monteverde produced ''Sinungaling Mong Puso'' with Vilma Santos which gained Aga Muhlach his Best Supporting Actor he gained notoriety for his on and off again relationship with Janice De Belen as they started in ''Pakasalan Mo Ako'' with co actors John Estrada and Gabby Concepcion. In 1990-1999 he was the most paid actor, he was paired with Aiko Melendez in ''May Minamahal'', (1994, 1997) Kris Aquino (1993, 1994),

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(1999),

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(1994, 1998)

, (1999, 2001, 2012) Lorna Tolentino, (1996) Carmina Villaroel, (1994, 1996) Maricel Laxa, (1994) Dawn Zulueta, (1993) beauty queen

(1995) Lea Salonga, (1992, 1995) Alice Dixson and Snooky Serna (1991). In the 2000s he worked with then controversial sex goddess Joyce Jimenez in 2001 on sitcom TV in ''Da Body en Da Guard'' and even in romantic com film in Narinig Mo Na Ba Ang Latest? In 2001 he starred in the box office hit ''Pangako Ikaw Lang'' with Velasquez In 2002 he starred with future box office actresses

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in ''Kailangan Kita'' in 2002, and Dubai 2005, Sharon Cuneta in ''Kung Ako Na Lang Sana'' (2003),

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in ''All My Life'' 2004, Maricel Soriano and Angelica Panganiban in ''A Love Story'' (2007), and 2008 with Anne Curtis in ''When Love Begins''. In the 2010s he starred in ''In The Name Of Love'' with Angel Locsin as well as ''Miracle in Cell No. 7'' with Bela Padilla.

Romantic relationships

In 1986, 17-year-old Muhlach decided to have a child with Janice de Belen after being paired up in the film, ''Super-Wan-Tu-Tri''. De Belen announced her pregnancy on a primetime television and said that Muhlach had asked her to marry him, but that she had refused as they were still young. Muhlach's father was also against the marriage because of their ages. De Belen gave birth to Luigi "Igi Boy" Muhlach, Muhlach's first child. In 1993, he was dating

during the shoot of their movie ''May Minamahal'' but after their relationship ended, he was linked romantically with Puerto Rican former

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and 1995 film ''Basta't Kasama Kita'' leading actress

. Reports said that Muhlach had been intending to follow Torres to Puerto Rico and marry her, but did not because he chose his acting career over personal matters. The couple dated for about three to four years.

Married life

Muhlach married Charlene Gonzalez in May 2001. They started dating only after he asked for her parents' permission to get engaged to her. They met through Gonzalez' cousin and his former co-star, J.C. Bonnin, when he was 16 years old. They met again during the 1994

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pageant in which he was the judge and she won as Binibing Pilipinas–Universe. She was also his co-star in ''Oki Doki Doc'', where they became friends. They got married on May 28, 2001, in St. Joseph the Worker Parish in Pacdal,

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, less than a year after their engagement. They have twins named Atasha and Andres.

Legacy

Muhlach is considered one of the most bankable actors in the Philippine entertainment industry. He is known for being one of the Philippine cinema's leading men of romantic dramas, being partnered up with well-known leading ladies such as Lea Salonga,

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and recently

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and

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. He is also claimed as a multi-media product endorser, a role model to Filipinos of all ages, a supporter of underprivileged children, a matinee idol, and multi-award winning actor.

Politics

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, Muhlach ran for a seat in the

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to represent

's 4th district under the then-ruling

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. However, he lost to

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, son of outgoing representative Arnulfo Fuentebella and a member of a

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, by almost 3,000 votes. He filed an electoral protest before the

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on June 4, 2013, alleging that there was massive vote buying, ballot tampering or errors on vote-counting machines in seven municipalities under the district. However, it was later dismissed as he and Fuentebella mutually agreed to drop the case.

Filmography

Film

Television

Endorsements

He is one of the male celebrities who are in-demand for advertising contracts. One of his advertisements is with

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, in which he is a longtime commercial endorser of the fast food chain. In addition, he is the founder of ''MaAga Ang Pasko'', an annual Christmas gift giving event of Jollibee starting in 1994, wherein people can donate things such as toys and clothes. The following is an incomplete list of his former and present commercials and product endorsements:

Awards and nominations

FAMAS Awards 2018 Nominated Best Supporting Actor FAMAS Award Seven Sundays (2017) 2012 Nominated Best Actor FAMAS Award In the Name of Love (2011) 2009 Nominated Best Actor FAMAS Award When Love Begins... (2008) 2008 Nominated Best Actor FAMAS Award A Love Story (2007) 2006 Nominated Best Actor FAMAS Award Dubai (2005) 2005 Nominated Best Actor FAMAS Award All My Life (2004) 2004 Nominated Best Actor FAMAS Award Kung ako na lang sana (2003) 2000 Nominated Best Actor FAMAS Award Dahil may isang ikaw (1999) 1997 Nominated Best Actor FAMAS Award Bayarang puso (1996) 1996 Nominated Best Actor FAMAS Award Sana maulit muli (1995) 1994 Nominated Best Actor FAMAS Award May minamahal (1993) ''1993 Won Best Actor'' FAMAS Award Sinungaling mong puso (1992) 1986 Nominated Best Supporting Actor FAMAS Award Miguelito: Batang rebelde (1985) FAP Awards, Philippines ''2018 Won Best Actor'' FAP Award Seven Sundays (2017) 2013 Nominated Best Actor FAP Award Of All the Things (2012) 2009 Nominated Best Actor FAP Award When Love Begins... (2008) 2008 Nominated Best Actor FAP Award A Love Story (2007) 1996 Nominated Best Actor FAP Award Sana maulit muli (1995) Gawad Urian Awards 2004 Nominated Best Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor) Gawad Urian Award Kung ako na lang sana (2003) 2003 Nominated Best Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor) Gawad Urian Award Kailangan kita (2002) ''1996 Won Best Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor)'' Gawad Urian Award Sana maulit muli (1995) 1994 Nominated Best Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor) Gawad Urian Award May minamahal (1993) 1993 Nominated Best Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor) Gawad Urian Award Bakit Labis Kitang Mahal (1992) 1992 Nominated Best Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor) Gawad Urian Award Akin ka magdusa man ako (1993) ''1987 Won Best Supporting Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangalawang Aktor)'' Gawad Urian Award Napakasakit, kuya Eddie (1986) 1986 Nominated Best Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor) Gawad Urian Award Miguelito: Batang rebelde (1985) Golden Screen Awards, Philippines ''2013 Won Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Musical or Comedy)'' Golden Screen Award Of All the Things (2012) Won Dekada Award ''2012 Won Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Drama)'' Golden Screen Award In the Name of Love (2011) 2006 Nominated Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Drama) Golden Screen Award Dubai (2005) ''2004 Won Best Performance by an Actor in a Lead Role (Musical or Comedy)'' Golden Screen Award Kung ako na lang sana (2003) Maria Clara Awards ''2006 Won Best Actor'' Maria Clara Award Dubai (2005) Metro Manila Film Festival ''2019 Nominated Best Actor'' Festival Prize Miracle in Cell No.7 ''1993 Won Best Actor'' Festival Prize May minamahal (1993) ''1992 Won Best Actor'' Festival Prize Bakit Labis Kitang Mahal (1992) Star Awards for Movies 2013 Nominated Movie Actor of the Year Star Award Of All the Things (2012) Nominated Darling of the Press Special Award ''2012 Won Movie Actor of the Year'' Star Award In the Name of Love (2011) Tied with Jorge Estregan for Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story (2011) 2009 Nominated Movie Actor of the Year Star Award When Love Begins... (2008) 2008 Nominated Movie Actor of the Year Star Award A Love Story (2007) ''2006 Won Movie Actor of the Year'' Star Award Dubai (2005) PMPC Star Awards For TV '' 2014 Won Best Travel Program Host'' Star Award Pinoy Explorer (TV5, 2014) Young Critics Circle, Philippines 1996 Nominated Best Performance by Male or Female, Adult or Child, Individual or Ensemble in Leading or Supporting Role YCC Award Sana maulit muli (1995) ''1994 Won Best Performance by Male or Female, Adult or Child, Individual or Ensemble in Leading or Supporting Role'' YCC Award Hindi kita malilimutan (1993) ''1992 Won Best Performance by Male or Female, Adult or Child, Individual or Ensemble in Leading or Supporting Role'' YCC Award Joey Boy Munti, 15 anyos ka sa Muntilupa (1991) Box-Office Entertainment Awards (Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation) ''2008 Won 38th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards Film Actor of the Year''"The 38th Box-Office Entertainment Awards (Part 2)"
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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Muhlach, Aga 1969 births Living people People from Santa Cruz, Manila Male actors from Manila Filipino male child actors Filipino male comedians Bicolano actors Filipino male television actors

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Bicolano people Filipino people of German descent Filipino people of Chinese descent Filipino people of Spanish descent Liberal Party (Philippines) politicians Filipino actor-politicians ABS-CBN personalities TV5 (Philippine TV network) personalities Viva Artists Agency Filipino male film actors

Biography

Early life

Acting career

1970s–1980s: Teenage years

1990s: Mature roles

2000s–present: A "leading man" of his generation

Personal life

Romantic relationships

Married life

Legacy

Politics

Filmography

Film

Television

Endorsements

Awards and nominations

Further reading

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