THOUSANDS of messages of support immediately flooded in on the first episode of Banateros on SMNI featuring Banat By, Coach Oli, and Boss Dada.
The peak viewership reached 12-K live viewers during the pilot episode.
Some netizens commented that one hour wasn’t enough and hoped the program would be extended.
Right from its first day, the program was packed with bold and heavy topics currently affecting the country.
How could it not be, with Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte and former Bureau of Corrections BuCor Chief Gerald Bantag as the first guests on the show?
The discussion centered around the campaign against illegal drugs -and the recent war on drugs declared by Mayor Baste in Davao City.
Meanwhile, amid the controversy, Bantag boldly expressed his thoughts on the current situation in the country. He also commended Mayor Baste’s steps in the war on drugs.
“Because we know what’s happening. Who wouldn’t be afraid to walk on Recto without fear? If he runs for president, I would vote for him immediately,” said Gerald Bantag, Former BuCor Chief.
There was also heated banter about the ongoing discussion about the document operation released by political vlogger Maharlika on social media regarding the alleged use of illegal drugs by President Bongbong Marcos in a certain area in Makati City.
Filipino personalities extend greetings for Banateros on SMNI
Meanwhile, some well-known personalities in the country extended greetings and support to the latest program on SMNI, the Banateros Brothers.
The Banateros brothers on SMNI is aired live every Tuesday and Thursday night—and a replay every Wednesday and Friday, 8:00 pm.
