“Kidlat” will be Derek’s first full series since he transferred to the Kapatid Network.
Derek plays the titular role of a man coming to terms with the responsibility of having strange superpowers. He will be partnered with Kapatid primetime princess Ritz Azul.
He last acted on television via ABS-CBN’s “Magkaribal” in 2010.
“Kidlat” according to its release is an all-original material that marries the elements of an action-packed superhero story with a soap opera format.
TV5 reportedly commissioned for “Kidlat,” the production team that worked in Hollywood movies such as “X-Men: First Class” and “The Bourne Legacy.”
Directed by Kapuso turned Kapatid director Mike Tuviera, other cast includes Wendell Ramos, Nadine Samonte, Baron Geisler, Jay Manalo and comedienne Joy Viado.
Aside from “Kidlat,” Derek will also be seen in TV5’s biggest reality show “The Amazing Race Philippines.”
