Actor David Licauco has expressed his gratitude for the positive feedback he received for his Hiroshi Tanaka role in the GMA prime-time series Pulang Araw.
David said he is pleased that viewers now see him as a serious actor, a shift from earlier perceptions that he entered the industry for fun.
He also credited the show with changing his outlook on acting. “The show made me realize I can pursue acting long-term. Before, I viewed it as business, but now, with ‘Pulang Araw,’ I put my all into bringing the character to life,” he said.
Many have noted that David Licauco holds his own alongside co-stars Alden Richards, Barbie Forteza, Sanya Lopez, and Dennis Trillo, all of whom deliver standout performances in the war drama series.
David diligently prepares for his role before every taping, including mastering the Japanese language required for his character, which takes significant effort and time. Memorizing lines is a challenging task, often taking him two to three days to fully grasp.
Beyond memorization, he carefully internalizes his character to ensure a convincing performance. Surrounded by highly competent actors, he strives to bring his best to every scene.
“Of course, studying acting is key. It’s a never-ending learning process with lots of trial and error. I’m happy that viewers are noticing my improvements as an actor. Before Pulang Araw, I set a goal to eventually win an acting award, so the positive feedback is a great start,” David concluded.
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In a recent interview, James Reid revealed that while he plans to return to movies and TV series, he won’t accept projects that would pair him with his former love team partner and ex-girlfriend, Nadine Lustre.
“It was always my plan to go back to acting,” he shared. “I just wanted to focus on music first. At the time, being in a love team made me feel like I was losing my identity. I think it’s something everyone goes through at some point in their lives. You need a drastic change, and for me, switching from acting to music was the change I needed.”
Despite the continued support from fans, which he deeply appreciates, he has chosen to focus on his music career. Out of respect for his girlfriend, Issa Pressman, James has decided not to pursue another love team.
“I think a lot of audiences can tell the difference between reality and showbiz when it comes to love teams. So, it’s all about respecting my current relationship. I don’t think I’d do that again. But acting? Definitely!” he said.
