Marc Cruzin Temporarily takes over Director's seat for VIBE

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The landscape of Philippine television variety shows is entering an exciting new phase as TV5’s hit OPM Countdown show, Vibe, officially welcomes Marc Cruzin as its new director. This leadership transition promises to inject fresh creative energy into the fan-powered OPM countdown series.

The director brings a polished and professional aesthetic to the role. His appointment is a strategic move for the program, which has solidified its status as a home for music lovers and champions of Original Pilipino Music (OPM). OPM/PPOP Fans can expect Cruzin to leverage his deep industry background to enhance the viewer experience, particularly regarding the integration of new talent and the show’s dynamic segments like "Main Vibe," "Uprising," and the "OG Experience."

A Proven Track Record Behind the Scenes

Marc Cruzin is no stranger to the demands of high-energy television production. His extensive career is built on years of experience across some of the Philippines' most popular reality and variety franchises.

His professional background includes:

 * Production Expertise: Cruzin has served as a producer and associate producer for major series, including I Dare You (2013) and the Pinoy Big Brother franchise, including its 2011–2012 run and the Teen Edition (2012).

 * Diverse Production Roles: His versatility is evident in his past roles as a task producer for Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited (2011) and as an associate producer for The Biggest Loser: Pinoy Edition (2011).

 * Directorial Portfolio: Building on his production success, Cruzin transitioned into directorial roles, most notably with Net25's Road to Starkada (2023).

Cruzin’s career trajectory from reality TV production to directing variety shows uniquely positions him to lead the future of Vibe.

FACT CHECK: Mr. M, Focus na sa mga Alaga nya sa STAR WORX; Marc Cruzin, Opisyal nang bagong Direktor ng ‘Vibe’

Matapos kumalat ang mga bali-balita noong Lunes na sinibak na ang legendary starmaker na si Johnny "Mr. M" Manahan bilang direktor ng Vibe sa TV5 dahil sa umano’y mataas na talent fee, mabilis na nagbigay ng paglilinaw ang network. Ayon sa datos, si Marc Cruzin na ang nakatalagang direktor ng naturang variety show.

Ayon sa mga kinatawan ng TV5, nananatiling hepe at kapitan ng Star Worx—ang talent management arm ng network—si Mr. M. Nilinaw din nila na hindi totoo ang mga ulat na tinanggal siya dahil sa isyu ng talent fee.

Paliwanag ng management, nagkaroon lamang ng pansamantalang pagbabago sa direksyon ng programa. Si Mr. M ay abala sa mga workshop para sa "Star Worx Block 1" artists bilang paghahanda sa kanilang mga magiging role sa mga susunod na programa ng TV5. Nakita rin siyang nakipag-taping kasama ang aktres na si Shaina Magdayao para sa My Bespren Emman.

Bukod pa rito, mariin ding pinabulaanan ng TV5 ang mga kumakalat na balita tungkol sa umano’y partnership sa pagitan ng TV5 at ABS-CBN. Tinawag ng mga source ang paggamit sa pangalan ng TV5 at ni Mr. M bilang isang "publicity stunt" para sa ibang programa.