Pekto

Mike Nacua (born June 14, 1973), known professionally as Pekto, is a Filipino actor, comedian and television host. He rose to prominence in Nuts Entertainment, as the original host of Day Off (2005), and as Bobong in the sitcom Ismol Family (2014).

Career In 1998, Pekto entered the entertainment industry as a props man, drawing on his background in Fine Arts. Although he was unable to complete his studies due to financial constraints, he advanced to become an art director. He later shared that production crew members were sometimes asked to appear as extras, leading to his unexpected on-screen roles. Beginning with brief appearances and one-line lines, he eventually became a regular cast member in several shows and was later given his own segment.

That same year, he co-hosted the television comedy show Wow Mali with Joey De Leon. In 2003, he joined the cast of the sketch comedy show Nuts Entertainment, where he played the comedy character Cookie alongside John Feir. In 2005, he hosted the reality show Day Off with Carmina Villaroel. From 2005 to 2006, he appeared in the Encantadia franchise, portraying the character Banak.

In 2006, Pekto returned to host the sketch comedy show Teka Mona! alongside Joey De Leon. In 2011, he played Adonis Penyaratot in the sitcom series Andres de Saya. In 2014, he appeared as Bamborito in the docudrama horror anthology series Elemento episode "Apoy ni Bamborito". That same year, he gained further prominence as Roberto "Bobong" Laqui in the sitcom series Ismol Family. He joined the cast of variety show Sunday Pinasaya in 2016, followed by All-Out Sundays in 2021. He also appeared in several other television programs broadcast by GMA Network.

Filmography Film Year Title Role 2005 Okey Ka, Pare Ko: Soon to Be a Legend Clavio Sablay Ka Na, Pasaway Ka Pa Anton Hari ng Sablay: Isang Tama, Sampung Mali Bok 2006 Till I Met You Tikyo 2008 Shake, Rattle & Roll X Adonis 2009 Ang Panday Yaya and Angelina: The Spoiled Brat Movie Bernard 2016 Enteng Kabisote 10 and the Abangers Security guard #2 2018 Jack Em Popoy: The Puliscredibles PO2 Piolo Pasakal 2019 Cara x Jagger Andrew 2023 Kahit Maputi Na ang Buhok Ko Tricycle Driver, Kasangga Mo Nagalit ang Patay sa Haba ng Lamay: Da Resbak 2025 Kontrabida

Television Year Title Role Notes 1999–2004 Ispup Himself / Ispupnik 1998–2008 Wow Mali Himself (co-host) 2003–2008 Nuts Entertainment Cookie 2004 Te Amo, Maging Sino Ka Man Nomi 2004–2007 Bahay Mo Ba 'To? Jonathan David Benoit 2005–2009 Day Off Himself (host) 2005–2006 Etheria: Ang Ikalimang Kaharian ng Encantadia Banak 2006Encantadia: Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas 2006–2007 Teka Mona! 2007–2008 Carlo J. Caparas' Kamandag Doro 2009 Darna Jerry 2011 Spooky Nights Mad-akoEpisode: "The Ringtone" Andres de Saya Adonis "Tsong" Penyaratot Spooky Nights AlmaEpisode: "Short Time of My Life" 2011–2012 Daldalita Kirat the Mouse 2012 My Daddy Dearest Marco 2013 Indio Pedro Dormitoryo Ador Silva 2014 Adarna Hugho My BFF Old man Elemento: Apoy ni Bambolito Bambolito 2014–2016 Ismol Family Roberto "Bobong" Laqui 2015–2016 MariMar Eliong 2015 Once Upon a Kiss Badong Alamat Kuneho / Diego (voice)Episode: "Mariang Sinukuan" 2016 KalyeSerye Cookie Magkaibang Mundo Bombi Naku, Boss Ko! Mr. C 2016–2019 Sunday PinaSaya Himself (co-host) 2016 Superstar Duets Himself (contestant) 2016–2017 Hahamakin ang Lahat Johnny 2017 Meant to Be Topeks Mulawin vs. Ravena Simeon 2018 Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka Tantoy Cruz Kambal, Karibal Olsec (Maricar's Driver) Victor Magtanggol Ringgo Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko MinggoyEpisode: "Dobol, Tripol" Onanay Hector Sarap, 'Di Ba? Himself (guest) 2020 Anak ni Waray vs. Anak ni Biday Randy Descendants of the Sun Peryante 2021 Owe My Love Oryo Guipit 2021–2023 All-Out Sundays Himself (co-host) 2021–2022 Pepito Manaloto: Ang Unang Kuwento Senyong 2022 Panalo o Talo It's You Victor Pinagpala Running Man Philippines Himself (guest) 2022–2024 Jose & Maria's Bonggang Villa Solomon "Sol" Banayad 2023 Abot-Kamay na Pangarap Elmer Royal Blood MagicianOpen 24/7Pablo 2024MakilingEstong 2025 Cruz vs CruzAbel 2026Miss BehaveErnesto Baldemor