“FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” has mastered the art of blending intense drama with moments of comic relief, and Joel Lamangan’s character, Roda, is a key player in this balance. His quick wit and impeccable timing offer a refreshing break from the high-octane action, making him a fan favorite for many. Whether he's delivering a hilarious line or adding a touch of humor to a tense situation, Roda keeps the audience entertained.

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One particularly memorable scene features Marcing (Pen Medina) and Nita (Susan Africa) visiting Roda to ask for a loan for their daughter Mokang (Lovi Poe)’s debut party. When the maid offered just a glass of water, Roda dryly remarked about the expense, setting the tone for what was to come. When he learned they were struggling financially, he remarked, “Pa-debut-debut kayo, wala naman kayong pera.” It might have sounded harsh, but his straightforward humor provided a refreshing comedic break in the tense scene.

In another hilarious moment, Roda was in a heated exchange with Col. Suarez (King Gutierrez), insisting on investigating Tindeng (Charo Santos) and Tanggol (Coco Martin) for supposedly burning down his house. His disdain was palpable as he snapped, “Wala kayong ibang ginawa kundi magpalaki ng pwet n’yo.” The way he delivered this line added an extra layer of humor to the scene.

Roda’s comedic brilliance was further showcased when he found himself begging on the streets of Quiapo and ran into Marcing and Nita, who returned to Quiapo with their newfound wealth after their daughter married the affluent businessman, Ramon (Christopher de Leon). Faced with this change in circumstances, Roda understood the need to curry favor, addressing the couple as his "long-lost friends." His shift from a bitter foe to a feigned friendly acquaintance was both funny and skillful. When Marsing gave him money to shut him up, his sarcastic compliment, “Salamat, Marcing! Alam mo ang kinis-kinis ng kutis mo, Marcing,” was a perfect example of his humor and irony.

There came a point when Marcing and Nita, evicted from Ramon’s mansion, sought refuge in their former place and became housemates with Roda. Despite Marsing denying their financial downturn, Roda knew how to read between the lines, so, with a mocking laughter, he commented, “Kung ano ang bilis ng pag-angat n’yo, ‘yun din ang bilis ng pagbagsak n'yo. Ang tawag diyan – karma.”

When the roles reversed and Roda found himself in a tough spot after Marcing and Nita reclaimed the house they had loaned to him—only for Roda to realize there were no formal agreements—he hilariously turned to the barangay captain for help. His over-the-top claims, “Marami akong witnesses – plural – maraming-marami,” and his flattery, “Ang gwapo-gwapo mo, Chairman!” perfectly highlighted his knack for transforming any predicament into a comedic spectacle.

Roda’s response to Marcing’s greed are always comedy gold. After helping them find a buyer for their jewelry, he called them out for not paying the agreed referral fee. His retort, “Dapat hindi Dimaculangan ang apelyido n’yo. Dapat ang apelyido n’yo ‘kulang-kulangan’ kasi kulang kayo sa pagbabayad, kulang kayo sa isang salita,” was delivered with such intensity that it was impossible not to laugh.

Then he served up this deliciously sarcastic comment about Marcing and Nita’s son, Edwin (Ping Medina)’s court hearing. He prayed for Edwin’s release from jail, but as soon as he turned away, he whispered, “Sana makulong nang matagal si Edwin. Ayaw kong maging housemate pa rito ‘yan. Ano’ng akala niya dito sa bahay ko? Pinoy Big Brother ang peg!?” His humor and disdain were perfectly captured in this scene!