Coco Martin gives heartfelt message to ‘Batang Quiapo’ family and fans

Coco Martin, the director and lead star of FPJ’s Batang Quiapo shared a message that resonated far beyond the reach of television antennas. It wasn’t a speech about ratings or box-office success; it was a raw, tearful acknowledgment of the “real” heroes who walk the cobbled streets of Manila.

Coco emphasized that the success of the show belongs to the veteran actors who have become mentors, the stuntmen who risk their safety for every chase scene, and most importantly—the residents who treat the production team like long-lost relatives.

The core of Coco’s message was a direct address to the fans—the “Batang Quiapo” in spirit, regardless of where they live. He spoke to the street vendors, the jeepney drivers, and the families who see their own struggles reflected in Tanggol’s fight for justice.

During ASAP, Coco said:

“Tatlong taon. Gabi-gabi po sinamahan niyo kami sa inyong mga tahanan. Punong-puno ng pagmamahal at suporta po ang binigay niyo sa’min. Kahit san man po kaming istasyon mapadpad, nandiyan pa rin po kayo at hindi niyo kami binitawan.” said Coco.

Among those he thanked were ABS-CBN executives for their continued trust and support, as well as the late Deo Endrinal, whose production arm, Dreamscape Entertainment, produced the action drama. Coco also gave his sincere appreciation to Cory Vidanes and to Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano.

“Kahit wala na po kayo dito, kayo po ang aming inspirasyon, kayo po ang nag-guide sa’min para mapabuti namin ang aming mga trabaho,” he said.

“Gusto kong pasalamatan ang lahat ng aking directors na talagang nag-buwis ng buhay, pagod, dugo para mapaganda po ang show. Sa lahat ng mga actors na nagpapakahirap at pinagbubuti po talaga ang kanilang mga trabaho,” added Coco.

“Hindi lang siya teleserye na pinanonood niya sa gabi-gabi, talagang ginawa namin siyang pamilya, ginawa po namin siyang buhay na po namin,” Coco continues.

“Ginagawa po namin ‘yong pinaka-best namin para mapaglingkuran kayo, mapasaya kayo,” Coco said.

Coco’s message serves as a reminder that television can be a powerful bridge. By honoring the “least, the last, and the lost,” he has turned a primetime drama into a cultural movement.

Coco Martin didn’t just give a message. He gave a piece of himself back to the people who made him a king.

(Photo source: Facebook – ABS CBN)