Michael V. steps in as ‘Family Feud’ host

MANILA, Philippines, September 18------ Kapuso viewers will see a familiar face taking over the podium of GMA Network’s “Family Feud” as Michael V. temporarily assumes hosting duties while Dingdong Dantes attends to the tapings of “The Master Cutter.”

For Michael V., the opportunity also marks a welcome return to game show hosting, something he said he realized he had missed only after stepping in front of the “Family Feud” audience. “Naku, napakasaya, miss na miss ko na 'yung pagho-host. Matagal ko nang iniisip-isip 'to eh, na-miss ko nga ba o hindi? Pero nung sumalang na ako dito sa Family Feud, oo nga na-miss ko nga!” he said.

The comedian, actor, writer, director and longtime television host said he particularly enjoys the interaction that comes with the format, where contestants’ answers often reveal aspects of their personalities. “At gusto ko 'yung interaction, gusto ko 'yung meeting new people at saka 'yung mga sagot na binibigay nila para malaman mo 'yung personality nila.”

Michael V. is also putting his own spin on some of the show’s familiar mechanics, particularly the way contestants respond to certain hosting cues. “Nilaro lang natin ng konti. Madalas kasi kamay sa mesa 'yung binibigay ni Dong na request. Request lang pala 'yun, so parang puwede namang iba-ibahin.”

He said he has been experimenting with different ways contestants to respond, incorporating their professions and personalities into the game. “So saan-saan ko pinahawak lalo kapag mga beauty queen, gusto ko kamay sa korona. At saka iba-iba pang parte ng katawan. Paborito ko 'yung sa dancers. Kayang-kaya nilang mag-bend at mag-contort ng katawan nila, kaya pinahawak ko sila sa sahig. [laughs]”

Source: manilatimes.net