OGIE DIAZ (real name: Roger Pandaan) started as an assistant and entertainment writer in Cristy Fermin’s fan magazines for Mariposa Publications in the late 80s.
He then branched out into acting as a comedian in the hit sitcom, “Palibhasa Lalake”, and later did movies for Director Joey Reyes like “Hiling”, “Radio Romance”, “Pare Ko” and “Rollerboys”.
Later on, he became a talent manager and two of his wards were Vice Ganda and Liza Soberano, who both became very successful.
He also appeared in teleseryes like “Walang Hanggan”, “May Bukas Pa” and “Bituin”.
Ogie later gained fame as a vlogger and influencer, and now, he is hosting the show “Kung Saka-Sakali” for the Pie Channel.
This is a reality show that presents true stories of what if’s in the lives of its guests.
At the first anniversary of Pie Channel, Ogie was interviewed by the press and he shared some tips to his co-vloggers and influencers in the hit interactive channel.
“Una sa lahat, respect other people,” he says. “Always be humble. E, ang mga bata ngayon sa social media, nakakaloka.
"Kada comment na lang sa kanila, kailangang meron na silang reply. Nagre-react na agad sila. My God! Inubos mo na lahat ng oras mo sa nagko-komento sayo.’
He says he himself looks at bashing positively.
“I-enjoy ninyo lang yung bashing. Huwag kayong iiyak. Kasi kapag wala ng namba-bash sa inyo, ibig lang sabihin, hindi na kayo relevant.
"Di bale sana kung bawa't post ninyo pinapansin. You look at the brighter side nung bashing sa inyo. Ibig sabihin n'yan, nakaka-apekto kayo sa buhay ng ibang tao.
"Pero huwag naman kayong lalampas sa guhit ha. Huwag kayong magpapapansin. May ibang influencer na basta nagpapapansin lang. Huwag ganon.”
And he stresses that when they join showbiz, they should be respectful to their seniors.
"Lagi ninyong tatandaan, kung sino yung mga senior stars na nakakasalubong ninyo, babatiin ninyo at magpapakilala kayo sa kanila.
"Para hindi rin nila kayo makalimutan. Hindi yung hihintayin nyong kayo ang lalapitan dahil feeling nyo, kayo ang sikat.
"Nauna sila rito sa industry, kaya dapat lang na kayo ang magbigay-pugay.”
He says hosting a show like “Kung Saka-Sakali” that helps people to strengthen their lives and correct any mistakes is very helpful for him.
“Para na rin ito sa aking mental health. Nakakatulong rin ito sa atin, lalo na pagtumatanda na tayo kailangang mabigyan ng tamang direction ang ating buhay.
"Candidate na yung mental health mo kapag di mo inalagaan, kaya ang laking tulong sa akin nitong Pie Channel at 'Kung Saka-Sakali' sa aking mental health to help me and other people to sort things out in our lives.”
Pinoy Interactive Entertainment or PIE celebrates its first anniversary with a brand new season of exciting programs, more face-to-face experiences, and new ways of winning that will capture the hearts of KaTroPIEs around the country.
Originally positioned as a TraDigital platform—an intersection of traditional and digital—when it was launched last year, PIE now enters its second year as an interactive and rewarding platform where people can increase their chances of winning while having fun by simply clicking on their mobile phones or engaging via the website.
With every click or pindot, our KaTroPIEs can earn points, win instant cash prizes, premium items, and gain meaningful connections and experiences.
