Zephanie Dimaranan

Zephanie Odhene Liwag Dimaranan (born February 14, 2003), also known by her stage name "Zephanie", is a Filipino singer-songwriter from Biñan, Laguna,[1] and the winner of the first season of Idol Philippines.

Zephanie Dimaranan
Born
Zephanie Odhene Liwag Dimaranan

(2003-02-14) February 14, 2003
Other namesZephanie
OccupationSinger-songwriter
Years active2015–present
AgentCornerstone Entertainment Inc. (2016–present)
Musical career
GenresPop Ballad
Instruments
  • Vocals
Labels
Associated actsJ.E.Z.
Ultimate Vocal Showdown

Zephanie has been a part of two segments in the noontime variety shows, J.E.Z. on ASAP together with Elha Nympha and Janine Berdin, and Ultimate Vocal Showdown in Sunday Noontime Live!.

Early life

Dimaranan was born and raised in Biñan, Laguna, third of five kids. She described her parents (her father is a pastor) as strict but according to her, she and her siblings learned so much from them. Before joining Idol Philippines, Dimaranan also joined The Voice Kids (season 2) in 2015 where she was eliminated in the Live Rounds and Tawag ng Tanghalan (season 2) in 2017 where she lost against the eventual champion Janine Berdin.[2][3]

Career

Prior to Idol Philippines

In 2015, The Voice Kids Season 2 released their album, composed of twelve songs sung by the Semi-finalists including Zephanie with the songs Flashlight and Saan Darating Ang Umaga.[4]

Few years after, she started to do some cover songs on her YouTube Channel, one of which is 'Till I Met You, which had garnered more than a million hits since it was uploaded.

In 2018, she participated in Tawag ng Tanghalan (season 2) where she lost to Janine Berdin.

Idol Philippines

In May 2019, her audition on Idol Philippines was aired and immediately hit a million views on YouTube. Since then, her performances in the said TV Show was one of the most viewed performances, until she was hailed as the First Idol Philippines. During the last part of the Final Showdown, the 3 finalists sung their original songs, which were also released on Spotify including her song Pangarap Kong Pangarap Mo composed by record producer Jonathan Manalo.[5]

2019

In August 2019, Zephanie was launched as new regular performer of ASAP Natin 'To and eventually being part of a new segment named The New Gen Champs "J.E.Z", together with Janine Berdin and Elha Nympha.[6][7] However, J.E.Z. has been on a hiatus since March 2020.

On September 3, 2019, Zephanie's rendition of Ebe Dancel’s “Bawat Daan” in the TV series ‘The Killer Bride,’ was heard on the teaser trailer for the September 4 episode.[8] The song was released on September 27 in all digital music platforms together with the duet version with Ebe Dancel.[9]

On November 16 & 17, Zephanie joined former Westlife member Brian McFadden on his First Major Solo Concert in the Philippines called "Romantic Intimate Concert" at Waterfront Cebu and New Frontier Theater.[10]

Few days after, Zephanie held her first solo concert, November 28, 2019 at the New Frontier Theater with Sarah Geronimo, Elha Nympha, Idol Philippines Top 4 - Lance, Lucas, Dan and Miguel, Erik Santos and Regine Velasquez (Moira Dela Torre and Janine Berdin were originally supposed to be part of the concert's special guests, but pulled out due to health issues.[11]) as her special guests.[12] and "Pangako Ko", was also released on Youtube as her newest single and it was digitally released on January 24, 2020.[13]

2020

On February 7, 2020. She released her first movie theme song titled "Simpleng Tao" originally sung by Gloc-9 for the movie "James and Pat and Dave".

Zephanie demonstrates her maturity as a singer through her newest single under Star Music “Sabihin Mo Na Lang Kasi,” released last July 24, 2020.[14]

On July 29, 2020, Zephanie debuted as the host together with Kyle Echarri as they launched their online music variety show entitled "CSTV Presents: Artist Lab", appearing on Cornerstone Entertainment Faceboook Page with simultaneous streaming on their Official Facebook pages. The show was originally set to last for 4 consecutive weeks every Wednesday.[15] However, the online show was suspended from August 4, 2020 after Metro Manila was placed under a modified Enhanced Community Quarantine for 2 weeks. The show returned on October 16, 2020, with a new timeslot every Fridays instead of Wednesdays.[16] The resumed season lasted until November 6, 2020.

October 2020, Zephanie joins the new show every Sunday on TV5 entitled "Sunday Noontime Live!" the musical variety show produced by Brightlight Productions and Cornerstone Entertainment Studios. she's part of the segment entitled "Ultimate Vocal Showdown" with Fatima Louise Lagueras a.k.a Fana, Sassa Dagdag, Sam Mangubat and Niel Murillo of BoybandPH.[17]

She was launched as one of the 12 interpreters of Himig Handog 11th Edition with a song of SJ Gandia from USA entitled "Tinadhana Sa'yo".[18] Its associated music video was released on January 2, 2021.

Before October ended, she released her latest single entitled "Pasensya Na". an exclusive released under Cornerstone Music.[19]

On November 6, 2020, Zephanie held her virtual concert titled Zuperstar on Kumu, she was the first streamer that held a concert on the said online platform. She was also awarded as the Kumu Superstar Streamer.

TV performances

The Voice Kids Philippines Season 2 Performances and Results
Week Theme Song Original Artist Date Result
Blind Audition N/A "Till I Met You" Kuh Ledesma June 7, 2015 Sarah and Bamboo turned
Joined Team Sarah
Battle Rounds N/A "I Can"

(vs. Ken Jhon Mebrano vs. Joshua Turino)

Donna Cruz, Regine Velasquez and Mikee Cojuangco August 1, 2015 Saved by Coach
Sing-offs N/A "Problem" Ariana Grande featuring Iggy Azalea August 16, 2015 Saved by Coach
Semi-finals Solo song "Flashlight" Jessie J August 22, 2015 Eliminated
Three-way ala Battle song "Fame"/"What a Feeling"

(vs. Esang de Torres vs. Elha Nympha)

Irene Cara August 23, 2015
Tawag ng Tanghalan sa Showtime Season 2 Performances and Results
Week Theme Song Original Artist Date Result
Season 2 Week 34 n/a "The Long and Winding Road" The Beatles February 5, 2018 Daily Winner
"Patuloy ang Pangarap"

(vs. Janine Berdin)

Angeline Quinto Eliminated
Season 2 Week 43 "Bang Bang" Jessie J, Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj April 14, 2018 Daily Winner
"Can't Take That Away"

v(s. Hannah Jane Natinga)

Mariah Carey Defending Champion
Season 2 Week 44 "Who You Are"

(vs. Rommel Pantino)

Jessie J April 16, 2018
"All I Ask"

(vs. Lea Niebla Alborme)

Adele April 17, 2018
"Stand Up for Love"

(vs. Preshel Joy Lumaghan)

Destiny's Child April 18, 2018 Eliminated
Idol Philippines Performances and Results
Week Theme Song Original Artist Date Result
Audition N/A "Forever's Not Enough" Sarah Geronimo May 19, 2019 Got 4 Yes from the Judges Advanced to Idol City
Group Round Pop Song "Born This Way"

(vs. Ana May Delos Reyes, Yarah Estrella, Luvluo Ulanday and Dea Formilleza)

Lady Gaga June 15, 2019 Saved by the judges with Yarah Estrella Advanced to Next Round
Do or Die Round OPM Rock Bands "Ang Huling El Bimbo"

(vs. Denize Castillo, Diane Vergoza, Elle Ocampo, Angie Kristine Gorbulev, Jeremiah Torayno, and Jehramae Trangia)

Eraserheads June 16, 2019 Saved by the judges Advanced to Top 20
Solo Round Solo Song "I Believe" Fantasia June 22, 2019 Saved by the judges Advanced to Top 12
Live Round Week 1: Top 12 Songs of Ryan Cayabyab "Paraiso" Smokey Mountain June 29 & 30, 2019 99.75% Safe
Live Round Week 2: Top 10 The Champions "Salamat" Yeng Constantino July 6 & 7, 2019 92.18% Safe
Live Round Week 3: Top 8 Philippines’ Most Streamed Hits "Isa Pang Araw" Sarah Geronimo July 13 & 14, 2019 99.88% Safe
Live Round Week 4: Top 6 Songs of Gary Valenciano "Huwag Ka Nang Umiyak" Gary Valenciano July 20 & 21, 2019 96.08% Safe
Final Week The Final Showdown "Lipad ng Pangarap" Dessa July 27, 2019 99.88% Safe
The Grand Finale "Maghintay Ka Lamang" Ted Ito July 28, 2019 100% Winner
"Pangarap Kong Pangarap Mo" Herself

Filmography

Television

Year Title Role Network Notes
2013Wansapanataym: Give Gloves on Christmas DayCarollerABS-CBN-
2015The Voice Kids (season 2)HerselfContestant
Umagang Kay GandaGuest
2018Tawag ng Tanghalan (season 2)Contender
2019Idol PhilippinesContestant/Grand winner
Umagang Kay GandaGuest
Magandang Buhay
It's Showtime
Tonight with Boy Abunda
Pinoy Big Brother: Otso Big NightGuest performer
Gandang Gabi, Vice!Guest
Minute to Win It: Last Tandem StandingGuest player
I Can See Your VoiceGuest
2019–presentASAP Natin 'ToPerformer (J.E.Z.)
2020Umagang Kay GandaGuest
Sunday Noontime Live!TV5Performer (Ultimate Vocal Showdown)

Commercials

YearBrand NameRoleNotes
2020 Palmolive Naturals Shampoo Herself Together with Maine Mendoza

Discography

Singles

Year Song Title Album Composer Company
2015FlashlightThe Voice Kids Season 2 The Album-MCA Music
Saan Darating Ang Umaga-
God Rest Ye Merry GentlemenMy Christmas Album All Stars (Deluxe)-
2019Pangarap Kong Pangarap MoIdol Philippines OriginalsJonathan ManaloStar Music
Bawat DaanThe Killer Bride SoundtrackEbe Dancel
Bawat Daan duet with Ebe Dancel
2020Pangako Ko-Rex Torremoro
Simpleng TaoJames & Pat & Dave OSTGloc-9
Sabihin Mo Na Lang Kasi-Mandy Maderal
Pasensya Na-TBACornerstone Music
Tinadhana Sa'yoHimig 11th EditionSJ GandiaStar Music

EPs

Year Album Composer Company
2019ZephanieJonathan ManaloStar Music

Chart performance

Year Title Peak (iTunes PH Top 100) Peak (MOR 101.9 Chart) Peak (Philippines Viral 50)
2019Pangarap Kong Pangarap Mo2122
Bawat Daan (Solo Version)4214
Bawat Daan with Ebe Dancel12--
2020Pangako Ko81-
Simpleng Tao678-

Concerts

Date Title Venue Description Reference
September 13, 2019 Braver Smart Araneta Coliseum supporting act for Moira Dela Torre [20]
October 18–19, 2019 Regine Velasquez & Sharon Cuneta: Iconic Smart Araneta Coliseum supporting act/special guest with Jeremy Glinoga [21]
November 16–17, 2019 Brian McFadden Waterfront Hotel Cebu, New Frontier Theater supporting act for Brian McFadden
November 28, 2019 Zephanie at the New Frontier Theater New Frontier Theater First major concert [22]
February 14, 2020 Rachelle Ann Go: The Homecoming Marriott Grand Ballroom Supporting act/Special Guest for Rachelle Ann Go

Awards and nominations

Awards/Recognitions
YearAward-giving Body / CriticsAwardResult
2019 Idol Philippines I-Poll I-Vlog Idol Won
Most Iconic Idol Won
Most Relatable Idol Won
LSS Idol Won
Idol Philippines Grand Winner Won
Magandang Buhay Anakshiekat! Won
PPOP Awards for Young Artists 2019 Most Favorite Pop Young Performer of the Year Won
Push Awards Year 5 Push Original Song of the Year (Pangarap Kong Pangarap Mo) Nominated
2020 MYX Awards 2020 New Artist of the Year Nominated
33rd Awit Awards Best Inspirational Recording (Pangarap Kong Pangarap Mo) Nominated
33rd Aliw Awards Best New Female Artist Nominated
33rd Aliw Awards Best Pop Artist (Female) Nominated
33rd Aliw Awards Best Female Performance In A Concert (Zephanie At The New Frontier) Won
2021 Kumu Livestreaming Awards Singer of the Year Won

References

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  2. "Who is Zephanie Dimaranan? The 16-year-old talent show veteran who won the first 'Idol Philippines'". The National. 29 July 2019. Archived from the original on 30 July 2019. Retrieved 6 November 2019.
  3. Bardinas, Mary Ann (25 July 2019). "How the young, delicate Zephanie Dimaranan's past rejections turn her into a fierce contender on Idol Philippines". ABS-CBN Entertainment. ABS-CBN Corporation. Archived from the original on 28 July 2019. Retrieved 6 November 2019.
  4. "MYXclusive: THE VOICE KIDS Season 2 Finalists Sing Songs From Their Album!". myx.abs-cbn.com. Archived from the original on 30 September 2019. Retrieved 6 November 2019.
  5. "Zephanie Dimaranan named 'Idol Philippines' grand winner".
  6. Policarpio, Allan (25 October 2019). "Sarah, Regine, other stars to guest in 'Idol PH' champ's 1st solo show". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on 28 October 2019. Retrieved 6 November 2019.
  7. "PANOORIN: Elha, Janine at Zephanie, nagbiritan sa 'ASAP'". ABS-CBN News (in Filipino). Archived from the original on 25 August 2019. Retrieved 6 November 2019.
  8. Banaag, James (4 September 2019). "EXCLUSIVE: 'IdolPH' winner Zephanie sings 'Killer Bride' new theme song". One Music PH. Archived from the original on 6 November 2019. Retrieved 6 November 2019.
  9. Banaag, James (25 September 2019). "Star Music to release Zephanie's rendition of "Bawat Daan"". One Music PH. Archived from the original on 6 November 2019. Retrieved 6 November 2019.
  10. "ZEPHANIE WILL JOIN BRIAN MCFADDEN IN HIS FIRST MANILA SOLO CONCERT".
  11. "Moira and Janine cancel their guest appearance".
  12. "'Idol PH' winner Zephanie to hold first concert".
  13. "Zephanie releases new single "Pangako Ko"".
  14. "Zephanie drops new single "Sabihin Mo Na Lang Kasi"".
  15. "WATCH:Kyle Echarri, Zephanie play fun exciting down to the wire bring me game on Hotspot".
  16. "CSTV Artist Lab suspended due to MECQ in Metro Manila".
  17. "LOOK: 'Sunday Noontime Live' debuts on TV5".
  18. "Himig Handog 2020: Who's singing which entry".
  19. "Zephanie releases new single 'Pasensya Na'".
  20. "Moira's Braver Concert to be held on September 13". One Music PH. August 13, 2019.
  21. "Concert recap: Sharon, Regine shine in 'Iconic' trip down memory lane". October 19, 2019.
  22. "Zephanie to hold a major concert". One Music PH. September 18, 2019.
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