Ben&Ben Reveals Story Behind Marian Rivera’s Dance Video Challenge
BEN&BEN – Original Pilipino Music (OPM) band Ben&Ben disclosed why they invited Marian Rivera to participate in a dance video challenge.
Ben&Ben is a Filipino indie folk band known for their heartfelt lyrics, melodic tunes, and soulful performances. They were formed in 2015 by twin brothers Paolo Benjamin and Miguel Benjamin Guico. The band originally started as a duo before expanding into a nine-piece ensemble.
Their music is characterized by a blend of indie folk, pop, and alternative rock, often incorporating Filipino elements and instruments. Ben&Ben gained widespread popularity with songs like “Kathang Isip,” “Leaves,” “Maybe the Night,” and “Pagtingin,” which resonate with audiences for their emotional depth and relatable themes.
Ben&Ben shared the rationale behind inviting actress Marian Rivera to participate in a dance video challenge featuring one of their tracks.
Marian recently posted a video on her TikTok account showcasing her dance moves to Ben&Ben’s “Could Be Something.”
In an interview with Philstar.com, Paolo Benjamin explained that they perceived their song had the potential to be a dance track.
“Katuwaan lang din. Kasi na-feel namin na yung ‘Could Be Something’ na kantang nilabas namin last year masaya siyang sayawin pero hindi naman po kami sumasayaw. Tapos bukod sa pagsayaw, iba pa ‘yung paggawa sa steps,” Paolo said.
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Marian, a well-known figure on TikTok renowned for her dance challenges, was deemed a fitting recipient for the challenge by the band.
“E si Ate Marian, sumasayaw siya gumagawa din ng steps. E nagkataon na naging kaibigan nga namin siya nag-mula no’ng ‘Rewind’ kaya naisip namin na ‘i-challenge nga natin si Ate. E pumayag tapos ang bilis lang gawa na agad,” Paolo said.
Ben&Ben contributed their hit song “Sa Susunod na Habang Buhay” as one of the featured tracks in the successful 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival movie “Rewind,” where Marian co-stars alongside her husband, Dingdong Dantes.
“Ang nangyari lang, nabalik sa amin ‘yung challenge kasi sabi niya gawin din namin. Ayon po, nagpa-practice pa lang kami,” he added.