According to Coco Martin, he will not serve as director to the project he will star opposite Vic Sotto which is intended for the forthcoming Metro Manila Film Festival. The movie titled Popoy En Jack: The Puliscredibles will be under the helm of Mike Tuviera instead.
“Unlike last year when I directed my MMFF entry Panday, this time, it’s not possible since I’m directing my currently airing soap Ang Probinsyano on ABS-CBN. I believe Mike will do a great job considering his impressive track record. But I will be involved in the creative side,” Coco says.
This early, the popular actor is very excited with the project which is a co-production among M-Zet, APT Entertainment and CCM Films.
“Who wouldn’t be? It will be my first time to work with Bosing and it’s a big honor. I’ve been very vocal in saying that I’m a huge fan of TVJ ever since. I’m grateful that he accepted my offer for a collaboration. I really conceptualized the project for the two of us. I’m simply happy that we were chosen.”
Reports have been circulating that Maine Mendoza will also be part of the film as his love interest.
“To be honest, we’re still finalizing things right now. But I’m very much open to the idea. Maine is one of those female stars whom I want to work with even before. I feel we both appeal to the masses. I just hope her camp will consider once we make the offer.”
Many ask when he’ll do a film again with good friend Vice Ganda. It can be remembered that their two previous MMFF entries in recent years were certified top-grossers.
“There’s no offer yet for us to do a film. I think he has also an entry this year and the plot is exciting, too. Regarding a possible team-up with him again in the coming days, who knows? We might be able to come up with a good concept.”
Is the misunderstanding between him and Vice already settled?
“I admit that we had a little tiff last year. I guess it’s normal between friends. But we’ve buried the hatchet already. Last year, when we saw each other during the MMFF parade, we hugged like nothing really happened. After that, we’re okay once again,” ends Coco.
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Regine Velasquez’s latest show titled The Clash could possibly be pitted with husband Ogie Alcasid’s program over at the rival station called Your Face Sounds Familiar but the Songbird is just cool about it.
“There’s no problem with that. Ogie and I are used to this kind of scenario. It’s beyond our control since the decision comes from our respective home studios,” she avers.
Doesn’t it become a conflict in their household?
“As in we’re going to fight because of the whole thing? Of course not! We’re perfectly aware that it’s part of our job. We just don’t take it personally.”
Does she still feel nervous when she has a new show being launched like the singing competition The Clash?
“Well, I guess it’s inevitable to feel scared despite your longevity in the business. For me, that’s always the case. It’s not a guarantee that because you’ve been in the ‘biz for a considerable length of time already, your show will become successful. It would depend on the viewers’ over-all reception. Especially in this age of social media, you’ll face bashings from detractors and that’s one thing you should handle quite well.”
The talented singer-actress-host is proud with the show’s roster of judges.
“I’m proud that our judges are Ai Ai delas Alas, Christian Bautista and Lani Misalucha. For sure, it will be an exciting showcase of vocal prowess. I hope that the viewing public will support our new offering,” states Regine.
