Kamsami! “Ma’am Chief: Shakedown In Seoul” is now in Philippine cinemas!
The film mainly stars actresses Melai Cantiveros-Francisco, Karylle Tatlonghari, Jennica Garcia, and Alora Sasam, among others—promising 2 hours of comedy and pure entertainment.
Here are 7 reasons why you might want to watch “Ma’am Chief: Shakedown In Seoul”:
1.) The Comedic Scenes Amplified By Melai Cantiveros-Francisco’s Portrayal
“Ma’am Chief: Shakedown In Seoul” showcases comedian and 2009 Pinoy Big Brother Big Winner Melai Cantiveros-Francisco’s innate talent in making people laugh out loud. The film is simply funny and quirky, just like the actress.
2.) Several Korean Drama Filming Locations Debut In Philippine Cinemas
The drama includes a visual tour to many well-known Korean drama locations including the places in “Vincenzo,” a lot of famous tourist attractions, and other iconic spots.
3.) The Ma’am Chief Squad
This squad is really equally fun behind-the-scenes, as seen during their mall tours. It’s also nice to note just how close-knit their group became, which is evident when they talked about each other during their press conference and interviews. The artists and production crew also have a good relationship, as the stars have given heartfelt thanks to Pulp Studios. Hence, such good chemistry reflects on-screen.
As part of the squad, the film also stars Bernadette Allyson-Estrada, Enzo Almario, Sela Guia, Manel Sevidal, Dustine Mayores, Louella Gomez, Al Tantay, Pepe Herrera, Moon Kyung, and Gabrielle Choi.
4.) Fun OSTs Supporting Talented Artists
The film features both local and Korean artists for the movie’s theme songs. Rolling Quartz really gave the film a bop-worthy track. While Melai’s theme song, as Mumshie Criselda, was also sang by its composers—making way for Filipino talent to really shine through.
5.) Korean Stars And Their Cameo Appearances
The movie features cameo appearances from Lee Seung Gi (from “Vagabond”), Do Ji Han (from “Hwarang”), and Yuju, to name a few.
6.) The Fangirl Plot Without Compromising The Character’s Sense Of Duty
“Ma’am Chief” Criselda is a fangirl with a sense of duty and justice. Just because she’s in Seoul, living her fangirl dreams, doesn’t mean she forgot about what she needed to do—to catch that crook. Her character showcases how fangirls are also professionals, and their passion is evident in different areas of their life.
7.) The First Film Of Pulp Studios
A collaboration between Pulp Live World COO Inang Reyna Happee Sy-Go as the Executuve Producer and host Kring Kim as the Director, “Ma’am Chief: Shakedown In Seoul” is their debut film via Pulp Studios. It’s important to note that the two also started as fangirls who eventually pursued their professional pursuits—an ongoing relatable theme of “Ma’am Chief.”
“Ma’am Chief: Shakedown In Seoul” is extended in Philippine cinemas until November 28.
Gia Allana 