Pasig couples are serenaded by Ben and Ben on Valentine’s Day in Kasalang Bayan

Their latest single Duyan, a song about everlasting commitment, welcomes 30 couples into the married life in a ceremony led by Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto

Today was the most unforgettable Valentine’s Day in the lives of thirty fortunate Pasigueño couples. On this day, they not only formally and legally became husband and wife, but they also had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be serenaded by the best folk-pop group in the nation, Ben&Ben.

The nine-piece band stunned the newlyweds and their guests with a moving performance of their latest single, Duyan, as a special treat for Pasigueño couples who got married today during Pasig City’s annual Kasalang Bayan.

It was a fitting song for the occasion, as it was originally the wedding vow of Ben&Ben frontman Miguel Benjamin, which he and the band decided to share with the world this year. In performing the song for today’s 30 newlywed Pasigueño couples, the band hoped to leave a lasting message of commitment, encouragement, and unconditional love.

“We’re entering a chapter of our lives where we feel like this is all uncharted territory: becoming full-fledged adults, being partners and spouses. Like the millions of people who are in this phase of their lives, there are many challenges. Things are never easy. We also get to discover many things about ourselves that we may not have really known before – our strengths, our weaknesses, and so much more,” Miguel shared.

“Every step that we take is made with unconditional love. That serves as our guide and our anchor in this journey, no matter how imperfect life is. This is the message we would like to impart with our song Duyan,” he added.

The Pasig City government holds the annual Kasalang Bayan for constituents who would like to experience a memorable wedding – including walking down the aisle and having a reception – without having to worry about expenses. The city government covers all expenses related to the event, including reception meals for six guests per couple. The ceremony is officiated by Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto.

This year’s Kasalang Bayan was made even more special with Ben&Ben’s special performance. Aside from Duyan, the band also performed the other songs in their Mahiwaga Trilogy – Araw-Araw and Pagtingin. The trilogy features the band’s thematic arc on love and romantic relationships, with Duyan as the culminating song.

Actors and real-life couple Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos, who previously starred in the other Mahiwaga Trilogy films, star in the music video for the song.

“Many thanks to Ben and Ben! Ang kinasal tuwang-tuwa. The couples were taken by surprise, which added to the specialness of the day”, said Pasig City Mayor Victor Ma. “Vico” Regis Sotto said.

Duyan by Ben&Ben is currently available on all digital music platforms across the globe through Sony Music Entertainment. Visit the Ben&Ben’s official YouTube channel to view the Duyan music video.