John Lloyd Cruz, Anne Curtis and being a Superbods

I've always been a fan of John Lloyd Cruz movies. Of course, I've not watched all of his movies but the few ones I've seen - One More Chance, All of My Life - were enough to convince me that if it's a film that stars the matinee idol, it would be worth watching. Like most of his fans, we can easily identify with the down-to-earth characters he's played. Plus, he's relatable, like your good-looking next-door neighbor and to my mind, he's never the hunk. He can be sensitive, temperamental and a bit dramatic but never the hunky fellow girls drool over.

That's why it was such a big and pleasant surprise when Century Tuna revealed a better version of the star in the recent Superbods Super Challenge 2014 in Boracay. It was still John Lloyd but in a whole new light! His arms were toned, his body looked firmer, fitter and healthier. The guy didn't take off his shirt, but it was evident he was a brand-new., better version of himself. 

The event truly sizzled. Before JLC was called onstage, Anne Curtis worked her charm and hyped up the crowd. As a glorious night of fitness and transformation, the event saw the big reveal of John Lloyd Cruz’s leaner body after losing 18 pounds in six weeks!

Of course, the reveal of JLC wasn't the only highlight of the show. The event, hosted by Joey Mead-King in her ethereal orange resort dress drew in VIPs, including the Po Family, Century Tuna Pacific Food, Inc. executives led by its general manager Greg Banzon, and group product manager of Century Tuna Gela Gamboa. Special guests were Superbods 2012 grand winners Monika Sta. Maria and John Spainhour.

There were  20 stunning male and female finalists competing for the Superbods title, and at the end of the show, Sara Polverini and Mauro Lumba were hailed as the Mr. &. Ms. Superbods 2014, followed by Alaiza Malinao and Marneil Lim as first runners-up, while Catherine Almirante and Laurens Tolenaars ranked as second runners-up.

Century Tuna Superbods 2014 grand winners Sara and Mauro (third and fourth from left) were crowned by (from left) Century Pacific Food Inc. general manager Greg Banzon, Century Tuna endorsers Anne and John Lloyd, and Century Tuna group product manager Gela Gamboa.

The finalists in this year's Century Tuna Superbods SuperChallenge

Century Superbods 2014 Mauro Lumba

Century Superbods 2014 Sarah Polverini

Judging them based on body and beauty, mind, and race challenge were Tessa Prieto- Valdes, Tim Yap, Doris Dumlao, Dennis Lustico, Ariel Comia, Patty Betita, and Greg Banzon.

Other special awards include the Superbods Photogenic award won by Alaiza Malinao and Miguel Lasala, Superbods Transformation award won by Darlene Anderson and Miguel Lasala, and People’s Choice award won by Diane Tan and Mauro Lumba.

To celebrate the success of the Superbods Super Challenge 2014, the night capped off with an after party at The District, joined by some of the celebrities like Gretchen Fulido, Antoinette Taus, Tom Taus, Chynna Cojuangco, and Maricel and Anthony Pangilinan.

The Boys Night Out - Slick Rick, Sam YG and Tony Toni

Century Tuna's Greg Banzon and Gela Gamboa

Century Tuna Superbods 2012 John Spainhour and Monika Sta Maria

Karen Pamintuan and Gelli Victor

Patty Betita

Tessa Valdes

Days after the event, a video of JLC, this time without a shirt, was released. Truly impressive!!

Truly, Century Tuna once again raised the standards with the sexiest and hottest summer event, The Superbods Super Challenge 2014. The event was made possible by Air Asia Zest, Carbtrim, Pearl of the Pacific, San Mig Zero, Solaire Resort & Casino, Belo Sun Protect, Gardenia, Medicard, Smart, The District, Zen Wellness Spa, Azur, Bite Me, Gardenia, Black Market, Nereku, Pink Salmon Colthing, SM Supermalls & SM Mall of Asia, Tony Galvez Salon, and Victor Ortega Salon.