Gerald Anderson and Kim Chiu on "Ikaw Lang ang Iibigin"

ABS-CBN’s new PrimeTanghali spread love and good vibes to many viewers nationwide as its newest series “Ikaw Lang ang Iibigin” and “It’s Showtime” scored high in national TV ratings last Monday (May 1).

The reunion of Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson in “Ikaw Lang ang Iibigin” instantly captivated viewers as the show’s pilot episode on May 1 garnered a national TV rating of 17%, compared to its rival program “Trops” that got only 10.2%, according to data from Kantar Media.

The pilot provided a glimpse into the simple lives of childhood friends Bianca and Gabriel (Kim and Gerald). However, little do they know that their lives are already connected because their mothers Maila (Bing Loyzaga) and Victoria (Ayen Laurel) used to be best friends.

Meanwhile, “It’s Showtime” brought laughter and good vibes to viewers nationwide as it scored a national TV rating of 16.3%, keeping its lead over “Eat Bulaga” (12.7%).

“It’s Showtime” also ushered in the new month with the segment “Weight Lang,” where selected “mad- lang people” guess the exact weight of everyday objects.  e winning contestant takes home P20,000.

Don’t miss the series that will show how people can  ght for their love and their dreams, “Ikaw Lang ang Iibigin,” on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN HD (SKYcable Ch. 167). (Story/Photos by: Kane Ochoa)