Though he is without a love team now and without a major TV show or movie project for some years now, actor Daniel Padilla remains a major personality in Pinoy entertainment. That is what his creator as a showbiz idol, leading media content creator ABS-CBN, practically takes pain to impress upon showbiz fans in the country with the forthcoming series Incognito.

In all the publicity yarn for the project, ABS-CBN explicitly or implicitly highlights the fact that Padilla is the series lead actor. He is the “incognito” and major actors Ian Veneracion, Richard Gutierrez, Baron Geisler and the currently beleaguered Anthony Jennings are supporting (satellites?) roles to the “incognito” character. The “incognito” shines and stands out (should one dare to mouth “eat your heart out, ex-girlfriend Kathryn Bernardo!”?)

And, oh, yes, there are two unignorable female actors in the lead cast: Kaila Estrada and Jenning’s ex-sweetheart on- and off-screen for now, Maris Racal.

As if to further prove its magnitude in the firmament of entertainment dazzlers, ABS-CBN has begun to publicize Incognito as a multi-platform show when it begins airing in January next year.

And to make sure Incognito penetrates public consciousness crowded with dazzling stars, the Incognito cast appears prominently in the ABS-CBN Christmas ID 2024 titled “Our Stories Shine This Christmas.” “Their presence offers a glimpse into their off-cam camaraderie — and let’s just say their chemistry is as sparkling as the holiday lights!” points out the publicity for the 2014 Christmas ID.

In behind-the-scenes clip, we see Padilla vibin’ with his co-stars Gutierrez and Veneracion in what feels like a fun and genuine display of friendship. And then there’s Geisler, known for his badass on-screen characters, but is all smiles during the Christmas ID shoot as he spreads Christmas cheer with his bros.

Racal and Jennings, aka MaThon, are, of course, the source of bubbly energy on set. This is MaThon’s second Christmas ID shoot together in the same frame, having also been featured last year with their Can’t Buy Me Love co-stars. Meanwhile, Estrada looks super invested as she listens intently to the stories shared by the scouts they’re filming with.

In the “Our Stories Shine This Christmas” music video, which beautifully honors the inspiring narratives of everyday Filipino heroes, the Incognito cast is seen sharing holiday warmth with members of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines. And together, they prepared heartfelt gifts for the Philippine Navy as a tribute to their bravery and service to the country.