The people have spoken!
Last August 8, CHiNOY TV premiered its latest documentary series CHiNOY TV Presents: Chinese by Blood, Filipino by Heart on CNN Philippines, garnering more than 1.3 million views on its pilot episode. Directed by the Emmy Award-winning Mike Carandang, the show, which seeks to define the modern Chinoy heritage with generations of Chinoy stories to be told, has touched the hearts of viewers all around the country.
As of this writing, Chinese by Blood, Filipino by Heart has aired its first two episodes, kickstarting the series with an exploration of Binondo accompanied by dialogue coming from multiple Chinoy personalities such as Stan Sy, Janeena Chan, Doreen Yu, and more. The second episode, aired on August 15, featured social activist and Kaisa Para sa Kaunlaran founder Teresita Ang See.
Had a quick cameo in this week's episode of "Chinese By Blood, Filipino By Heart" to talk to @janeenachan about how the kidnapping issues of the 90s/00s felt real for me growing up.
Catch the replay on the @chinoytv Facebook page this week! #1Ch1noy https://t.co/AhZsd46xgK
— Stan Sy (@_StanSy) August 15, 2021
With thought-provoking dialogue sparking memories of childhood, family, and tradition, the series embraces nostalgia with a decisive affirmation of what it means to grow up as a Chinoy.
Here is what viewers have to say about the series so far:
“Love this series! As a third-generation Chinoy myself, I can relate to some of the stories shared, but some are also unfamiliar to me. But watching this series, I’m learning a lot,” commented YouTube viewer rmichaeltann.
Supportive YouTube viewer Jet Aniki also wrote: “One big warm hug to our Chinese Filipinos. You have the best of both worlds. Be proud of your heritage.”
“Ang ganda nito. Xie xie, @cnnphilippines, for #1CH1NOY,” tweeted user AbiYuson.
“Love it. Love it. Love it. Brilliant. Can’t wait for the next episode.”
“Proud Chinoy.”
“Nakaka-touch naman.”
“Thanks to the production team. This is truly inspiring. Nothing short of nostalgia.”
For those who have yet to catch up on the series, Chinese by Blood, Filipino by Heart is available for viewing on CHiNOY TV’s official Facebook page and YouTube channel.
The series’ third episode featuring Pinky Tobiano is set to air on August 22, Sunday, at 8:00 PM on CNN Philippines.
