The Clash (TV program)

The Clash is a Philippine television reality talent competition show broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Louie Ignacio, it was originally hosted by Regine Velasquez, Andre Paras and Joyce Pring. It premiered on July 7, 2018 on the network's Sabado Star Power sa Gabi and on Sunday Grande sa Gabi line-up replacing Celebrity Bluff and Lip Sync Battle Philippines in their respective timeslot. Rayver Cruz and Julie Anne San Jose currently serve as the hosts.

The Clash
An image of two microphones, over a background filled with lights. Spotlights are displayed on the lower side of the image. The show title is displayed on the center of the image. The text "2024" is displayed below the title.
Season 6 title card
GenreReality competition
Directed byLouie Ignacio
Presented by
Judges
Theme music composerQuest
Opening theme"Mangarap Ka, Laban Pa" by Quest
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageTagalog
No. of seasons6
No. of episodes133 3 specials
Production
Executive producerMaria Luisa Cadag
Camera setupMultiple-camera setup
Running time60 minutes
Production companyGMA Entertainment Group
Original release
NetworkGMA Network
ReleaseJuly 7, 2018 (2018-07-07) –
present

Premise

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The Clash begins with 62 competitors known as "Clashers" which are paired in two, and the winner to take a seat in the 32-seat semi-finalists who qualify for the second round. A wild card contender from a pair of two is electronically selected from among previous losers in the first elimination round. The semi-finalists battle it out among themselves in pairs in the second round. The final winner receives an exclusive management contract from GMA Network, a brand new car, 1 million Philippine pesos and a house and lot.[1]

Hosts

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Hosts
Regine Velasquez
Rayver Cruz
Julie Anne San Jose
Clash masters
Clashmates / Journey hosts

Judges

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Judges
Ai-Ai delas Alas
Christian Bautista
Pops Fernandez

Seasons

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SeasonEpisodesOriginally aired
First airedLast aired
126July 7, 2018 (2018-07-07)September 30, 2018 (2018-09-30)
226September 21, 2019 (2019-09-21)December 15, 2019 (2019-12-15)
324October 3, 2020 (2020-10-03)December 20, 2020 (2020-12-20)
424October 2, 2021 (2021-10-02)[9]December 19, 2021 (2021-12-19)
519January 22, 2023 (2023-01-22)[10]May 28, 2023 (2023-05-28)
614September 14, 2024 (2024-09-14)[11]December 14, 2024 (2024-12-14)

Ratings

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According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in Television Homes, the season five premiere of The Clash earned a 12.4% rating. The season six premiere scored a 10.6% rating.[12] The season six finale achieved an 11.9% rating.[13]

Accolades

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Accolades received by The Clash
Year Awards Category Recipient Result Ref.
2019 33rd PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Talent Search Program The Clash Won [14]
Best Talent Search Program Host Regine Velasquez Nominated
2021 34th PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Talent Search Program The Clash Won [15]
Best Talent Search Program Host Julie Anne San Jose
Rayver Cruz
Nominated
2023 35th PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Talent Search Program The Clash Won [16]
Best Talent Search Program Host Julie Anne San Jose
Rayver Cruz
Won

References

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  1. ^ "Jeremiah Tiangco is your new The Clash Grand Champion!". GMA Network. December 16, 2019. Retrieved September 28, 2020.
  2. ^ Rule, Karla (February 19, 2018). "Regine kicks off The Clash auditions in Cebu". The Philippine Star. Retrieved October 19, 2024.
  3. ^ "Rayver Cruz renews commitment with GMA". Manila Bulletin. September 11, 2021. Retrieved September 28, 2021.
  4. ^ a b c Lo, Ricky (September 24, 2019). "What the hosts expect from 'Clashers'". The Philippine Star. Retrieved October 19, 2024.
  5. ^ Policarpio, Allan (November 2, 2020). "The Clash champ refuses to let pandemic foil career-boosting plans". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved September 28, 2021.
  6. ^ Policarpio, Allan (July 8, 2021). "Christian Bautista says contract renewal with GMA a 'gift' to his family". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved September 29, 2021.
  7. ^ Lo, Ricky (January 14, 2021). "Ai-Ai: I live by the day". The Philippine Star. Retrieved September 28, 2021.
  8. ^ Gabinete, Jojo (November 6, 2020). "Lani Misalucha, pansamantalang pinalitan ni Pops Fernandez sa The Clash". PEP. Retrieved September 29, 2021.
  9. ^ Gabinete, Jojo (September 28, 2021). "The Clash, malaking tulong para sa lahat ng may kinalaman sa programa". PEP. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  10. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (June 22, 2022). "GMA-7 to launch The Clash season 5 and newly acquired talent show". PEP. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  11. ^ Basina, Carby (January 2, 2024). "Ai-Ai Delas Alas excited to be part of The Clash Season 6, new GMA series". GMA Network. Retrieved January 27, 2024.
  12. ^ Mia, Ron (September 30, 2024). "The Clash, The Voice Kids pilot soar to the top of the ratings chart". LionhearTV. Retrieved September 30, 2024.
  13. ^ "The Clash and The Voice Kids dominate weekend ratings with thrilling season finales". LionhearTV. December 19, 2024. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
  14. ^ Dimaculangan, Jocelyn (September 22, 2019). "33rd Star Awards for Television names TV Queens; PMPC bares nominees". PEP. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  15. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (July 20, 2021). "34th Star Awards for Television nominees bared". PEP. Retrieved July 22, 2021.
  16. ^ Mallorca, Hannah (January 29, 2023). "35th PMPC Star Awards for Television unveils list of winners". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved January 29, 2023.
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