Highly-acclaimed Filipino indie film princess Mercedes Cabral’s starring role in the hit TV show in the Middle East, Saq Al Bamboo, has truly put Filipinos in mainstream media. Her portrayal of a Filipino maid in Kuwait earned her countless praises, from critics, as well as Gulf-based OFW’s. Read about this beautiful, young ingénue with exceptional acting abilities, in Illustrado’s 100 Most Influential Filipinos in the Gulf.

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Filipino Dubai: The First Terno Ball in the UAE Photos by Eros Goze   Filipino Culture showcased at prestigious Terno Ball in Dubai Illustrado, under the patronage of the Diplomatic Ladies of the Philippine Consulate General together with the Ladies of the Filipino Community in the UAE hosted a unique and prestigious showcase of Filipino …

Aside from wanting world peace, we at Team Illustrado desire other things too. Here’s what we have in mind for Christmas. Well hello there, secret Santa.. you know what’s what.

Guess what? After sending out thousands of my CV thru the internet, signing up with more than a dozen headhunters and going thru never-ending interviews…… I FINALLY HAVE A JOB!!! Mabrook to me! Dizzizit!!!!