Dingdong Dantes returns as Pepe De Jesus in Alyas Robin Hood Season 2. The Kapamilya actor talks about what fans are to expect in the upcoming season that airs on Monday, August 14, on GMA.
It has been almost a year since Alyas Robin Hood premiered on Sept. 19, 2016 via GMA Telebabad primetime block. It became such a controversy because of its similarity with the hit CW show, “Arrow,” starring Stephen Amell. Stephen himself even tweeted about it attaching a video of the trailer and a blushing emoji. This, of course, caught the attention of fans all over. Ding Dong spoke about the issue saying he is confident about the roles GMA gives him. He also said he respected Stephen Amell and thanked him for sharing the show’s trailer.
After running the first few episodes, the series became a hit. The plot was actually different from “Arrow.” The only thing was that Pepe de Jesus wore green like Stephen Amell’s character which bothered fans a bit. A review says they should’ve advertised his green attire with the brown hooded vest and gray satchel from the start. Then it would’ve not been such an issue. Alyas Robin Hood ran until Feb 24, 2017 and just a few months after, GMA announced book two was already a go.
Alyas Robin Hood 2, Ding Dong Dantes promises much more exciting season
Much has been said about Alyas Robin Hood 2. Here’s a quick recap of what fans are to expect as it airs its first episode on Aug 14 after GMA’s 24 Oras.
1. New cast members. Now although it has been announced a month ago, it would be nice to refresh one’s memory. Andrea Torress still play Venus Torralba, and Jaclyn Jose is still Judy de Jesus. A report by GMA confirms the addition of new cast members Solenn Heussaff and Ruru Madrid. Solenn plays the role of Iris Lizeralde who falls in love with Robin Hood. This creates conflict between Pepe de Jesus and Venus. Ruru Madrid, on the other hand, plays the role of Andres Silang as The Marbleman. Edu Manzano, also a new addition to the cast, plays the role of Andres’ foster father.
Other cast members include Gary Estrada, Paolo Contis, Jay Manalo, Rey Abellana, Gio Alvarez, KC Montero, Lindsay de Vera, Dave Bornea, Rob Moya, Antonette Garcia and Luri Nalus.
2. Dingdong Dantes says it’s a “much more exciting season.” A report by the Business Mirror shares an interview with Alyas Robin H0od himself. The 37-year-old actor says they are doubling the effort and promises to give a more exciting season. Double on the action, comedy, look, and production value. The plot
3. Alyas Robin Hood 2, a more intense plot. Towards the end of season 1, Alyas Robin Hood buried his identity. He returns as a full-fledged lawyer and takes on pro bono cases, of course. The report says book two has a more intense plot with the unexpected kidnap of his mother to dark revelations of his past which will force him to revive his alter ego. Relationships will also be something that will be challenged in this season.
Catch Ding Dong Dantes as Pepe De Jesus on Alyas Robin Hood weeknights starting Monday, Aug 14, via GMA after 24 Oras.