Wantawsan

Wantawsan is a Filipino comedy-drama centered on a father living in poverty. After receiving money from a mayor he helped get elected, the man attempts to buy birthday food for his son. This task leads to a series of humorous events that challenge his intelligence and personal principles.

Written and directed by Joseph Abello, this production follows his previous 2025 works, Liwaliw and Ari and Janna. The film stars Joross Gamboa as Chito and was produced by Ivy Zharisse Piedad, Chris Cahilig, and Ferdinand Lapuz. The movie has a runtime of 119 minutes and was a finalist at the 2026 Puregold CinePanalo film festival.