Balik Taya

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Balik Taya
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Theatrical release poster
Directed byRoman Perez, Jr
Starring
Production
company
Distributed by Viva Films
Release date
  • March 31, 2023 (2023-03-31)
Running time
96 minutes
CountryPhilippines
LanguageFilipino

Balik Taya is a 2023 Filipino action thriller film released on March 31, 2023, on Vivamax. Produced and distributed by Viva Films, [1] it is the second installment film by Roman Perez, Jr after Taya that was released in 2021. [2] [3] The film features Angeli Khang and Jela Cuenca along with several cast members; Azi Acosta, Kiko Estrada, Chesca Paredes, Amor Lapus, Aiko Garcia, Benz Sanggalang, Nor Domingo, Gilleth Sandico and Lou Veloso. [4] [5] Mario Bautista for journalnews.com.ph reviewed the film. [6]

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Plot

In the popular Vivamax production "Taya," featuring Angeli Khang, Kiko Estrada, Jela Cuenca, and Azi Acosta, the story unfolds as Pip encounters Jessy during his time in Thailand. However, when Jessy goes missing, Pip embarks on a search to locate her. Along the way, he crosses paths with Kate, a woman associated with a gambling site operated by Nina. This encounter brings Pip one step closer to finding Jessy.

Cast

Production

The film was announced by Viva Films. [9] Khang and Cuenca was cast to appear in new roles. [10] The principal photography of the film started in 2022 in Thailand. [11]

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References

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  2. ↑ "AJ Raval, Sean de Guzman get steamy in 'Taya'". The Manila Times . August 24, 2021. Archived from the original on April 1, 2023. Retrieved April 1, 2023.
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