John Prats, as Tiny Tony in “Komiks Presents”

After signing a contract with the Kapamilya Network, John Prats now appears as the newest superhero in “Komiks Presents Mars Ravelo’s Tiny Tony”.

John’s role as the small but powerful superhero suits him perfectly.

The cast recently had acting workshops and pictorials for the mini-series. John wore his orange costume and will don blue hair.

Tony (John Prats) is a nerd who dreams of making a difference in society. One day he meets an accident which literally causes him to become small.

Will Tony ever return to his normal size? Or will he forever be Tiny Tony?

John Prats has had many projects lined up, such as his mini-series with Aiko Melendez in “Your Song”, a special appearance in “I Love Betty La Fea” and his job as mainstay host and performer in “ASAP ’08”.

Watch out for other updates of the newest superhero in “Komiks Presents Mars Ravelo’s Tiny Tony”, soon on ABS-CBN.

Source: abs-cbnNEWS.com

Mariel Rodriguez plays superhero in 'Varga'

Source: ABS-CBN news

Actress and TV host Mariel Rodriguez flies high as Varga, the latest boob tube superheroine--gifted with superpowers, beauty and a great body--to be featured in "Mars Ravelo's Komiks Presents" series.

The Father of Pinoy Superheroes, Mars Ravelo created Varga in 1947. Varga first appeared in Bulaklak magazine. It was Varga whom Ravelo would later evolve into the ultimate Pinoy superhero icon, "Darna" in 1949, when the comics creator joined Pilipino Komiks.

As Varga, Rodriguez' fans and supporters will really enjoy seeing their idol flying high in the sky and defeating villains.

The host-actress is now preparing for the challenge of playing Varga, a powerful being from outer space. She lands on earth and becomes destined to protect the mankind from the forces of evil with the help a kind-hearted girl.

As an alien superheroine who comes to love and protect humanity, Varga will undergo challenges that will really test her character.

"Varga" is the second part of the Mars Ravelo’s Komiks Presents series. The first Komiks series presented "Kapitan Boom!" top-billed with model-turned-actor Jon Avila. "Kapitan Boom!" is a huge success, enjoying high ratings for its Saturday time-slot.

Maria Erlinda Termulo in real life, Rodriguez started her career as a commercial model before she went into hosting. Presently, she is one of the regular hosts of hit noontime show "Wowowee."

She was also one of the hosts of the recently concluded reality show "Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition Plus."

Rodriguez also appears in several drama and comedy shows on ABS-CBN.

She had a special role in "Kung Fu Kids" as the mother of the lead ninja kid.