Stars on the Floor
| Stars on the Floor | |
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Title card | |
| Genre | Reality competition |
| Created by |
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| Directed by |
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| Presented by | Alden Richards |
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| Country of origin | Philippines |
| No. of episodes | 16 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Flora Mae Lagman |
| Production locations | GMA Network Center, Quezon City, Philippines |
| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Production company | GMA Entertainment Group |
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| Network | GMA Network |
| Release | June 28 – October 18, 2025 |
Stars on the Floor is a 2025 Philippines dance reality competition show broadcast by GMA Network. Hosted by Alden Richards, it premiered on June 28, 2025. The show concluded on October 18, 2025, with a total of 16 episodes.
Premise
The format of the show consists of 10 contestants paired-up in two. A celebrity dancer and digital dancer will form a team as dance partner on the floor. The dance duo's performance is mentored by a professional dance choreographer.[1]
Each team will have to perform a predetermined dance challenges and compete against each other for judges votes and win the hearts of the audience. The top two teams of the week will battle out in a dance showdown to earn points and reach the top spot of the weekly leaderboard that will lead them to grand finals competition.[2]
The dance performances range in a variety of dance genre including hip-hop, ballroom, jazz, Latin styles, contemporary, choreo, lyrical, krump, jive-tastic, locking, Burlesque, femme dance, viral dance trends and theatrical dance infused to the chosen, dance theme of the week.[3][4]
Cast
Alden Richards served as the main host, with Lexi Gonzales and Shan Vesagas as backstage livestream hosts.[5][6]
The winners were decided by a panel of judges labeled as the "Dance Authorities", included actress Marian Rivera, comedian Pokwang and choreographer Jay Joseph Roncesvalles.[7][1] The judges evaluated each team based on their dance performance, emotions, entertainment value, dance techniques, coordination, synchronicity and creativity.[8]
Contestants
The dance competition features 10 contestants paired as the dance duo in a weekly, dance competition which was announced on May 30, 2025.[9] The grand champion will receive a cash prizes of 1.5 million pesos, with a portion of 500,000 pesos which will be donated to their chosen charity institution.[10][11]
| Celebrity | Occupation(s) | Grand final episode |
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| Glaiza de Castro | Actress-dancer | Runner-up |
| Thea Astley | Singer-dancer | |
| Faith de Silva | Actress-dancer | |
| Rodjun Cruz | Actor-dancer | Winner |
| Patrick Rocamora | VXON Boyband member, singer-dancer | |
| Dasuri Choi | TV personality-dancer | Winner |
| Zeus Collins | Actor-dancer | |
| Joshua Decena | Internet personality-dancer | |
| JM Yvrrevere | Lead choreographer of dance crew A-team | Runner-up |
| Kakai Almeda | Internet personality-dancer |
- - Winner
- - Runner-up
- - Finalist
Coach choreographers
Production
Principal photography commenced on April 23, 2025.[13] The series released online content, such as behind the scenes footage and rehearsals.[14] The pilot episode aired on June 28, 2025, and concluded its last episode on October 18, 2025.[15][16] The set was laid out in a 360 degree arena, styled studio with a wide space for dancing and the studio audiences were seated on all sides. The central stage was walled by giants LED lights.[17] A rectangular table with three chairs were facing across the main stage, which were reserved for the judges. The show was primarily filmed in GMA Network Studio Annex.[18]
Ratings
According to AGB Nielsen Mega household television ratings, the pilot episode of Stars on the Floor earned 9.5% rating.[19] The final episode scored a 8.7% rating.[20]
Accolades
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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| 2025 | Asian Academy Creative Awards | Best Music and Dance Programme Award | Stars on the Floor | Won | [21] |
References
- ^ a b c "Stars on the Floor: Ang pinakamalaking dance competition ng taon, Magsisimula na sa GMA!". GMA Network. June 27, 2025. Retrieved December 14, 2025.
- ^ Fernando, Jefferson (June 18, 2025). "GMA launches Stars on the Floor, the biggest Philippines dance showdown". Daily Tribune. Retrieved December 14, 2025.
- ^ "GMA launches new dance reality competition 'Stars on the Floor'". Malaya. June 24, 2025. Retrieved November 12, 2025.
- ^ "Celebrities and creators collide in the biggest dance showdown in Stars on the Floor". LionsheartTV. Retrieved November 12, 2025.
- ^ "Alden Richards takes the stage as host of Stars On The Floor". Business Mirror. May 1, 2025. Retrieved November 12, 2025.
- ^ Crucillo, Karen Juliane (August 6, 2025). "Lexi Gonzales at Shan Vesagas, bilib sa dance stars sa Stars on the Floor". GMA Network. Retrieved December 14, 2025.
- ^ "GMA unveils Stars on the Floor judges". The Philippine Star. June 2, 2025. Retrieved November 1, 2025.
- ^ "GMA launches new dance reality competition Stars on the Floor". Malaya. June 24, 2025. Retrieved December 13, 2025.
- ^ Crucillo, Karen Juliane (May 30, 2025). "Stars on the Floor: Meet the celebrity and digital dance stars". GMA Network. Retrieved December 14, 2025.
- ^ Tunac, Hermes Joy (October 19, 2019). "Rodjun Cruz, Dasuri Choi crowned winning duo of Stars On The Floor". GMA Network. Retrieved December 14, 2025.
- ^ "Stars on the Floor: The final dance battle begins!". GMA Network. October 15, 2025. Retrieved November 12, 2025.
- ^ Crucillo, Karen Juliane (October 16, 2025). "'Stars on the Floor' choreographers reveal how they bring dance to life". GMA Network. Retrieved December 14, 2025.
- ^ "Alden Richards, host ng bagong dance show ng GMA-7". PEP. April 25, 2025. Retrieved November 12, 2025.
- ^ "GMA launches new dance reality competition Stars on the Floor". Malaya. June 24, 2025. Retrieved November 12, 2025.
- ^ Crucillo, Karen Juliane (July 10, 2025). "Stars on the Floor returns July 19 after Beyond 75: The GMA Anniversary Special". GMA Network. Retrieved December 14, 2025.
- ^ "Stars on the Floor: The Final Dance Battle begins". BusinessMirror. October 16, 2025. Retrieved November 12, 2025.
- ^ Basina, Carby Rose (May 16, 2025). "Alden Richards gives glimpse of dance arena for Stars on the Floor". GMA Network. Retrieved December 14, 2025.
- ^ Crucillo, Karen Juliane (June 25, 2025). "All eyes on the Stars on the Floor cast on star-studded storycon". GMA Network. Retrieved December 14, 2025.
- ^ Crucillo, Karen Juliane (August 22, 2025). "Stars on the Floor, wagi sa ratings matapos ang 1st phase". GMA Network. Retrieved December 14, 2025.
- ^ "TV Ratings: Stars on the Floor, IOTNBO finale; BBG 30th anniv". PEP. October 20, 2025. Retrieved November 1, 2025.
- ^ Crucillo, Karen Juliane (October 1, 2025). "Stars on the Floor bags Best Music and Dance Programme at the 2025 Asian Academy of Creative Arts". GMA Network. Retrieved December 14, 2025.