KARYLLE : Miss Dingdong Dantes

Ana Karylle Padilla Tatlonghari, or simply Karylle, is a multi-faceted artist/performer from the Philippines. She is a singer, songwriter, television and film actress, writer/columnist, commercial/celebrity endorser, dancer, and tv host. With her many appearances in network television, radio, concert, and the big screen, she is considered one of the most promising young talents today.



Karylle is the daughter of singer-actress Zsa Zsa Padilla and Dr. Modesto Tatlonghari. She was born on March 22, 1981 in Manila, Philippines. Known as The Enchanting Diva, she started later than most of her contemporaries in show business. She finished her studies before joining the entertainment industry. In 2002, she graduated from Ateneo de Manila University with a degree in Communications Technology Management (Comtech) and she was also a recipient of the Dean’s Award for the Arts.


Karylle played the role of Alena in Encantadia.


Real-life boyfriend Dingdong Dantes played Ybarro/Ybrahim, Alena's lover.


My sidenote: I am an avid follower of the TV series 'Encantadia' then followed by its second installment called 'Etheria' then followed by the third installmant 'Encantadia: Pagibig Hanggang Wakas'. Although the series has some flaws in terms of technicalities, it still continued to install the realm of fantasy in our mindset. I miss the show!

Year 2005 was a breakout year for Karylle. She landed one of the lead roles in GMA Network’s top rating fantasy series, Encantadia. She also guest-starred in several GMA Network shows including SIS, Eat Bulaga, Art Angel, Master Showman Presents, Bubble Gang, All Star K, Mobile Kusina, and Extra Challenge.
In 2006, Karylle appeared as a guest in the following GMA Network and QTV 11 shows such as Lagot Ka, Isusumbong Kita, Wag Kukurap, Nuts Entertainment, Liga ng Kababaihan, Popstar Kids, Mel & Joey, Kakabakaboo, Project 11, Moms, Mahiwagang Baul, and At Your Service: Star Power. Karylle also co-hosts the musical variety show SOP every Sundays.