Bakit Labis Kitang Mahal (English: Why Do I Love You So Much?) is a 1992 Filipino romantic drama film written and directed by Jose Javier Reyes. Starring Lea Salonga, Aga Muhlach, and Ariel Rivera, the film revolves around a love triangle of a young woman, her fiancé, and his friend. It also features a supporting cast including Barbara Perez, Noel Trinidad, Sandy Andolong, and Mary Walter, with Chin-Chin Gutierrez in her introductory role.
Produced and distributed by OctoArts Films, the film was theatrically released on December 25, 1992, as one of the entries for the 18th Metro Manila Film Festival. It became a box-office success and received accolades from award-giving organizations.
Plot Sandy returns to the Philippines from the United States to see her family and fiancé, David. David's friend, Tommy Carbonel, who is unhappy with his relationship with his girlfriend, Cynthia, resigns from his job in the hotel lobby. David introduces Sandy to Tommy before leaving to help plan the upcoming wedding. After David departs, romance ensues between Sandy and Tommy.
Cast Main cast Lea Salonga as Sandy Aga Muhlach as Tomas "Tommy" Carbonel Ariel Rivera as David
Supporting cast Sandy Andolong as Marita Bimbo Bautista as Benjie Manny Castañeda as Didoy Eric Cayetano as Ronnie Chin-Chin Gutierrez as Cynthia, Tommy's girlfriend whom they have an unhappy relationship. Barbara Perez as Cita Noel Trinidad as Arturo Mary Walter as Lola Guelay
Reception Box office By June 16, 1993, the film had grossed more than ₱30 million at the box office from cinemas in Metro Manila.
Accolades + Year Award Category Recipient(s) Result 1992 Metro Manila Film Festival Best Picture Bakit Labis Kitang Mahal Best Actor Aga Muhlach Best Actress Lea Salonga Best Supporting Actor Ariel Rivera Best Supporting Actress Sandy Andolong Best Cinematography Jun Pereira Best Musical Score Dionisio "Nonong" Buencamino Best Original Theme Song Bakit Labis Kitang Mahal by Alex Malilin Best Sound Recording Rolly Ruta Best Original Story Jose Javier Reyes Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural Awards Bakit Labis Kitang Mahal Sources References
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