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Dennis Trillo’s ‘No AI’ caption on Hari ng Tondo clip ignites online debate

A behind-the-scenes video posted by Dennis Trillo and its caption — “Hindi pa USO ang AI sa Tundo!!!” — prompted viewers to read the remark as a jab at rival series Sigabo, which faced allegations of using generative AI.

Dennis Trillo sparks buzz with ‘AI’ remark while filming new action series

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Dennis Trillo posted a behind-the-scenes video for Hari ng Tondo on Sept. 21 with the caption “Hindi pa USO ang AI sa Tundo!!!,” drawing attention online.

Some viewers interpreted the caption as a dig at Coco Martin’s Sigabo, which has been the subject of public speculation about generative AI use.

Hari ng Tondo’s production features practical action sequences and a cast including Ruru Madrid, Ryza Cenon, Ysabel Ortega, Victor Neri, Nonie Buencamino, and a special participation by Manila Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso.

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The actor on Monday, September 21 uploaded a video showing him filming for " Hari ng Tondo," his latest television series, which he will headline alongside Ruru Madrid. Music: 'Freedom' by SHERNAN," Dennis wrote in a Facebook post, referring to artificial intelligence. CCM Film Productions #CocoMartinSiagbo," a Facebook user wrote, referring to Coco's production company.

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  • Which is totoo naman ang sinabi ni Dennis," another Facebook user commented.
  • Others, however, said the series was "better" than using "ugly CGI" effects.
  • The actor's caption became a topic of discussion among Filipinos in the comments section, with some interpreting it as a dig at allegations of AI use in " Sigabo," an action-drama series on rival network...
  • Alleged AI scenes in Coco Martin's 'Sigabo' spark online debate Meanwhile, "Hari ng Tondo" is said to follow individuals shaped by the beauty and violence of Tondo, a large and populous district in Manila...
  • "MAS MAGANDA 'TO KESA DOON SA FEELING FPJ NA PARE-PAREHAS ANG STORYA AT CAST.

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"Sigabo" previously faced allegations of generative AI use after some Filipinos speculated that some of its scenes were created using the technology. Cenon, Ysabel Ortega, Victor Neri and Nonie Buencamino, with the special participation of Manila Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso.

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"Hindi pa USO ang AI sa Tundo.' Parang may pinapatamaan sa Tundo. AABUTIN PA [NG] 10 TAON, MAGKAPERA LANG, HAHA," another Pinoy wrote.

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