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Nicasio "Asiong" Rodriguez Salonga (October 11, 1924 – October 7, 1951), nicknamed the "Hari ng Tondo" or Kingpin of Tondo, was an infamous Filipino gangster whose notorious life had been portrayed in several movie versions in 1961 (by Joseph Estrada), 1977 (by Rudy Fernandez), 1990 and 2011 (both played by George Estregan, Jr.).
Dec 8, 2023 · Nicasio Asiong Rodriguez Salonga (nicknamed the Hitler or Hito of Tondo) was an infamous Filipino gangster whose notorious life had been portrayed in several movie versions in 1961 (by Joseph Estrada), 1977 (by Rudy Fernandez), 1990 and 2011 (both played by George Estregan Jr.).
- Tondo , Manila , Philippine Islands
- October 11, 1924
Manila Kingpin is based on the story of the notorious Tondo, Manila, gang leader Nicasio "Asiong" Salonga whose true-to-life accounts had been portrayed in several movie versions since 1961 (starring Joseph Estrada). It is also the first Filipino major film produced in black-and-white in the 21st century as well as the returning action genre movie.
Award-giving BodyCategoryResultWonWon, (John Regala)Won, ("Gary dela Cruz")Won, (Jason Canapay and Ryan Orduña)Based on the true story of Asiong Salonga, who was hailed as “Hari ng Tondo” - a town in Manila known for its violent and gritty nature back in his days.
- 101 min
- 318.2K
- GMA Pictures
Nicasio "Asiong" Rodriguez Salonga, was an infamous Filipino gangster known as the "Hari ng Tondo" or "Kingpin of Tondo" whose life of crime and notoriety has been depicted in multiple film adaptations.
Dec 25, 2011 · A biopic of the notorious late-1940s Manila gangster Asiong Salonga, who rose from poverty to become a legend in Tondo. The film features action, drama, and thriller genres, and stars Jorge Estregan, Roi Vinzon, and Phillip Salvador.
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Dec 28, 2011 · “Manila Kingpin: The Story of Asiong Salonga” is all about Tondo’s notorious gang leader who lived by the gun and died by the gun from 1924 to 1951.
