Charo Santos is the epitome of a fierce, unstoppable woman in the series "FPJ's Batang Quiapo,” where she plays Tindeng, a character who stands her ground and never backs down. She once fiercely brandished her handy balisong against a thief, bravely confronted her son-in-law Rigor (John Estrada), and, in one of the most viewed episodes in the teleserye, ferociously dragged Rigor’s mistress, Lena (Mercedes Cabral), out of her room.
Tindeng is undeniably hardened by the streets of Quiapo. She rarely smiles even! But in real life, she’s a total contrast, known for her infectious laughter and playful spirit on set. Need proof? Scroll through these behind-the-scenes photos!
She truly is like a ray of sunshine on set! Her positive energy and radiant smile light up the room, bringing warmth and joy to everyone around her. Charo’s presence is a breath of fresh air, making her not just a remarkable actress but also a beloved and cherished colleague.
No matter how intense her on-screen adversaries are, Charo treats them as true friends behind the cameras. For instance, that dramatic physical confrontation with Mercedes might have seemed intense, but remember, it’s all just acting! As soon as the director called "cut," Charo immediately hugged Mercedes and made sure her co-actress was okay.
Based on these photos, it’s clear that Charo is such a mood-maker on set. She loves making the vibe lighter, even while filming dramatic sequences, and shares plenty of playful moments with John, despite their incessant on-screen ‘bangayan.’ Just as Tindeng’s fiery interactions with Rigor are extreme in the series, their off-cam laughter is just as spirited!
Even after their powerful scenes, Charo and Cherry Pie Picache, who plays her daughter Marites, still manage to share huge smiles when the cameras aren't rolling. In Charo’s caption, she wrote, “Kung saan nagtatagpo ang pag-ibig at sakripisyo. Isa sa mga paborito kong eksena ni Tindeng at Marites.” And we truly felt the love between them, whether in character or as their real selves!
Follow these fascinating personalities in "FPJ's Batang Quiapo," weeknights onKapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, TV5, and A2Z.
*Photos credit to Charo Santos IG