Christian Bautista and Mark Bautista may not have won the top titles in their respective reality singing competitions, but both have built lasting and successful careers in showbiz.
Christian finished as the last contestant eliminated before the grand finals of Search for a Star in a Million, where Erik Santos eventually won. Mark, on the other hand, placed third in Star for a Night, the competition that launched Sarah Geronimo to stardom.
Despite starting out as runners-up, the two singers proved that longevity matters more than trophies. Over the years, they expanded their careers beyond music, venturing into TV and stage acting, hosting, and other entertainment projects. Their friendship also remained intact, with both now serving as mainstays of the Kapuso variety show All-Out Sundays and contract artists of GMA Network for over a decade.
During a media conference on February 19 in Quezon City for their upcoming concert titled Bautista x Bautista, Christian and Mark shared how seriously they are preparing for the show.
“Kailangang i-build yung stamina namin [through] exercise,” Christian said. (We need to build our stamina through exercise.)
“As usual, you have to take care of your body, take care of your voice, and really curate the songs with your band. Nakikita mo yan habang nagre-rehearse kayo: what to improve, what to add, what to take out. So it’s a beautiful experience.” (You see that while you’re rehearsing: what to improve, what to add, what to take out.)
Christian also teased Mark about his bodybuilding routine during the press conference. When asked whether fans could expect him to show some skin at the concert, Mark jokingly responded, “May ‘show your skin’! Arms!” (There’s some ‘show your skin’! Arms!)
They also shared their views on the rise of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in OPM and music in general:
Billed as a celebration of their shared passion for music and years of performing together on various stages, Bautista x Bautista highlights not just their vocal strengths but also the bond they have formed throughout their careers.
The concert will take place on March 6, 2026, Friday, at 8:00 PM at the New Frontier Theater in Quezon City. It is directed by Paolo Valenciano, presented in media partnership with GMA Network, and produced by NA Management.
For longtime fans, the concert offers more than just a nostalgic reunion — it promises a night of powerful vocals, camaraderie, and stories shaped by two decades in the industry.
Tickets are available via TicketNet or by calling 09957365768.
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