“FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” has a lot more surprises in store for viewers as Tanggol (Coco Martin) reaches a major turning point in his life to mark the series’ 500th episode on Jan. 16.

Reeling from the pain and heartbreak about the truth that Rigor (John Estrada) isn’t his father, Tanggol is determined to unravel his real identity and search for his biological father. But before he moves on from that chapter of his life, all hell will break loose when he vents out his anger on Rigor for the years of suffering he caused him. 

With no signs of slowing down as the series continues its celebration for its second anniversary, Coco shared that the story will soon take on an exciting new twist when it introduces fresh characters that Tanggol will meet along the way when he embarks on a new adventure.

“Ginalaw ko na ‘yung bawat character. Ito na ang lahat ng revelation kasi may papasok na mga bagong karakter at panibagong kwento. Gusto namin na parang ibang show na ang pinapanood ng viewers para hindi natatapos ang excitement gabi-gabi. (I’ve touched on every character. These are all the revelations because there are new characters and new stories coming in. We want viewers to feel like they’re watching a different show so the excitement doesn’t end every night)," said Coco in an interview with “TV Patrol.”said Coco in an interview with “TV Patrol.”

Coco also teased that the new cast members will be a welcome surprise for viewers since it will be a mix of veteran artists and some of the most sought-after stars of today. 

“Dream cast. Lagi kong nilu-look forward na makatrabaho ang mga mahuhusay na veteran actors at ‘yung mga artista na gustong-gustong mapanood ng mga bata. Tamang combination ito ng cast. (Dream cast. I always look forward to working with talented veteran actors and the artists that children love to watch. It's the right combination of cast)," he said.

Meanwhile, the cast of “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” will also be joining the fun with exciting performances at this year’s “Sinulog Kapamilya Karavan” that is scheduled for this Saturday (Jan. 18), 4PM at Ayala Center Cebu.

Don’t miss the action-packed scenes in “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo,” which is inspired by the original story of Regal Films, weeknights at 8 PM on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, TV5, iWantTFC, and Kapamilya Online Live. 

The latest episodes are available on-demand for up to 21 days after they are first streamed on Kapamilya Online Live on YouTube. 

For digital TV box users such as the TVplus box, rescan the device to be able to watch on TV5 and A2Z. Viewers outside of the Philippines can watch on The Filipino Channel (TFC) on cable and IPTV.