Walong Libong Piso (stylized as WALON8 LIBOnG PISO) () is a 2025 Philippine psychological drama film written and directed by Dante Balboa. The film is a film version of the theater play with the same title, writer, director and lead actor.
Synopsis The film tackles the hypersexuality disorder and mental health issues amongst the protagonist and antagonist of the story. Cast Paolo Gumabao as Dante Jhon Mark Marcia Drei Arias Juan Paulo Calma
Production After completing his master's degree Dante Balboa returned to show business to write and direct films. He proposed a project to Benjamin Austria. Director Dante Balboa starts directing and he starts with the film Graduation Day, followed by a live theater play titled Walong Libong Piso. All of the projects are under BenTria Productions. The film version of the production reflects the real time aspect by being shot in a single take, only moving around through zooms and pans. Music The film official theme song titled "Init ng Katawan" was written by Dante Balboa, arranged by Elmer Bancaflor, produced by BenTria Productions and interpreted by Aris Conception.
Release The film director Dante Balboa first announced on his social media the release date of the re-run of Walong Libong Piso play on November and December 2025 and posted the release date of the film version of it on October 22, 2025, under Bentria Production.
Reception + Award Date of ceremony Category Recipient(s) Result Philippine Glitter Awards 2025November 30, 2025Best Director of the YearDante Balboarowspan="3" Film Producer of the YearBenjamin AustriaBest Actor of the YearPaolo Gumabao
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