The first Asian Idol is happening this coming weekend in Jakarta, Indonesia. If the current internet voting translates into actual votes on that day itself, Philippines' Mau Marcelo is a sure winner garnering 50% of online voting as of now. However, only votes cast two hours after the show on Saturday night via texting will decide the winner. To make the voting fair so that those countries with large population will have no advantage, voters are required to vote two names from different countries. 
Fellow Pinoys in Asia, don't forget to vote on Dec 15 Saturday night and watch the results show on Dec 16 Sunday night. Check out the website of Asian Idol for the time slot in your respective countries.
