Cesar Montano

Cesar Manhilot born August 1 1962 known professionally as Cesar Montano is a Filipino actor film producer and film director Montano started in show business as a commercial model He played roles in numerous B movies He then played major roles in several action movies and a brief television career playing the lead role in the television sitcom Kaya ni Mister Kaya ni Misis One of his bestknown roles is his portrayal of the titular patriot José Rizal in the film José Rizal 1998 He starred in the war film The Great Raid 2005 his first Hollywood film Montano has won numerous acting awards in Panaghoy sa Suba The Call of the River José Rizal Muro Ami Reef Hunters and Bagong Buwan New Moon Aside from acting Montano also embarked on a singing career with the release of his music album Subok lang or Just try in 2000 He has also ventured into film production as well as directing with Panaghoy sa Suba as his directorial film debut