'Running Man Philippines' tops viewing chart of Philippine

▲This photo, provided by SBS shows, scenes from 'Running Man Philippines.' (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

SEOUL September 7 (Yonhap) -- According to the South Korean broadcasting provider SBS TV on Wednesday, “Running Man Philippines” which premiered through Philippine’s broadcasting channel GMA topped the viewing rate among other TV shows which aired at the same time throughout different channels.

Based on the reports published by the Nielsen in the Philippines, first episode of “Running Man Philippines” recorded 14. 1 percent viewing rate and the second episode recorded 14.4 percent.

“Running Man Philippines” which is expected air total of 16 episode is a remake version of famous South Korean variety show airing through SBS TV “Running Man.” Throughout the first episode Mikael Daez, actor Ruru Madrid, actress Glazia de Castro, and more participated in series of games at Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon.

The show, “Running Man Philippines” will air through GMA every Saturday and Sunday.

(This article is translated from Korean to English by Joonha Yoo)

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