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Legendary kontrabida trio returns in iWant’s new action-comedy “Kontrabida”

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<p>Three of Philippine cinema’s most iconic on-screen villains, Rez Cortez, Bembol Roco, and Dindo Arroyo, join forces and step into the spotlight as heroes in the new action-comedy-drama “Kontrabida,” premiering worldwide on iWant this Tuesday (August 19) at 8 p.m. (PHT).</p><p>The film flips their notorious on-screen personas on their head, as the trio—once feared for their convincing portrayals of ruthless henchmen, crime lords, and kidnappers—are thrust into a story where they must become real-life heroes. </p><p>Rez plays a “zaddy-lolo” ex-action star eager to impress his grandson, Bembol is a former movie syndicate boss turned plantito and wellness advocate, while Dindo portrays a one-time villain who becomes a public servant-turned-baker inspiring the youth.</p><p>The three kontrabidas are kidnapped by rebels who idolize them and forced to train criminals, but end up facing a bigger mission—saving a town from real-life terrorists and proving they can be heroes on and off the screen.</p><div><iframe width="914" height="514" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/gEh7x1faEOA" title="Kontrabida Full Trailer | Streaming this August 19 on iWant!" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p>Joining Rez, Bembol, and Dindo in this riotous comeback are Pekto, Tito Abdul, Tito Marsy, Andrew Bongat, Denise Joaquin, Buchoy Ubaldo, Richmond Geraldo, Imy Bantog, and Papa Ahwel.</p><p>Directed by JR Reyes and produced by iWant and MAVX Productions, the film offers a thrilling and humorous twist on the action genre, blending nostalgia, wit, and heartfelt moments.</p><p>Watch the country’s most iconic screen villains turn into unexpected heroes in “Kontrabida,” premiering worldwide this August 19 at 8 p.m. (PHT), exclusively on iWant.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17553518887041755351826801.png" style="width:600px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/> </div><p>Unlock iWant Originals and exclusive content for just ₱35 per month in the Philippines (prices may vary in other countries based on local currency and rates).</p><p>Stream all the feels only on <a href="https://app.iwanttfc.com/dFR6MWHAcVb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>iWant</u></strong></a>. Download the app and hit subscribe on Google Play or the Apple Store.</p>

<p>Rez Cortez, Bembol Roco, and Dindo Arroyo join forces and step into the spotlight as heroes in the new action-comedy-drama “Kontrabida.”</p>

Rez Cortez, Bembol Roco, and Dindo Arroyo join forces and step into the spotlight as heroes in the new action-comedy-drama “Kontrabida.”