Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress is an award presented annually by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority ( MMDA ) . It was first awarded at the 1st Metro Manila Film Festival ceremony , held in 1975 ; Charito Solis received the award for her role in '' Araw-Araw , Gabi-Gabi '' and it is given in honor of an actress who has delivered an outstanding performance in a leading role while working within the film industry . Currently , nominees and winners are determined by Executive Committees , headed by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority Chairman and key members of the film industry
1st Metro Manila Film Festival
1975 Metro Manila Film Festival
Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actress