“Mamu; And Another Mother Too” star Iyah Mina made history in Philippine cinema after she was hailed as Best Actress at the 2018 Cinema One Original Awards Night— the first trans woman to win the said award.
Cinema One Originals said in an Instagram post that Iyah’s victory is also a celebration of equality apart from the celebration of original Philippine movies.
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The caption says: “More than just celebrating #IAmOriginal, we also celebrate equality! Today, we made history as Iyah Mina is the first transgender woman to win Best Actress in Philippine Cinema.
In her heart-warming speech, she declares, “Babae akooo!!! True?!” #IyahMinaBestActress #C1Originals”
Actor Alwyn Uytingco meanwhile won as Best Actor for the movie “Asuang”.
(Photo source: Instagram – @c1originals)
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