: Toto faces the reality that loving Candy is "expensive"—not just financially, but emotionally and socially.
: The film stars Julia Barretto as Candy, a sex worker, and Carlo Aquino as Toto, a humble high school teacher who falls deeply in love with her.
: In the dream, the narrator has total control over events. They can give their loved one everything they desire, even "wings to fly". : Toto faces the reality that loving Candy
The song "" by the P-pop group ALAMAT serves as the official theme for the Viva Film Expensive Candy . The narrative of both the song and the film explores the theme of unattainable love and the desire to escape into a perfect, dream-like reality. The Story Behind the Song
The song's story mirrors the plot of the film, which follows the "most expensive love story of the year". They can give their loved one everything they
The lyrics of "Sa Panaginip Na Lang" (which translates to "Only in a Dream") depict a protagonist who chooses to live in a dream world because, in reality, their love is not reciprocated or is impossible to achieve.
Watch the official music video, featuring clips from the film that highlight this yearning story: The Story Behind the Song The song's story
: The dream is a sanctuary where the narrator is accepted despite their imperfections, and the "stars align" in their favor.