Showbiz scion Atasha Muhlach is set to headline the Philippine adaptation of the hit Thai series Bad Genius, her first lead role in a major project.
She shared that the news brought her to tears, describing the moment as surreal. Muhlach also expressed gratitude for the opportunity, calling it a great honor and saying she was thankful to be chosen for the role.
While she admits feeling nervous, she remains confident. “It’s inevitable, but I’m with a great team. When I first read about it, I knew I’d give it my all.”
Atasha is focused on doing her best rather than setting expectations. “I just want to give my 100 percent, and if I do that, I’ll be super happy.”
With her twin brother, Andres Muhlach, also making waves as the lead in Ang Mutya ng Section E, comparisons between the two have surfaced.
“There’s no competition between us. He’s my brother and best friend. In our family, it’s all love and support,” she said.
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Actress Ara Mina is venturing into politics, announcing her candidacy for Pasig City’s District II councilor in a recent press conference.
“This is a new path for me,” she said. “I believe entering politics is my destiny. It feels good to help people.”
Ara, known for her work in film and television, shared her deep ties to Pasig, revealing that her mother was born and raised in Santolan. “Ninety-nine percent of my relatives are from Pasig. We still have our house here, and it’s where I’m staying now,” she said.
Even before her political bid, Mina has been involved in helping those in need, including supporting colleagues in the entertainment industry. She recalled offering her vacant apartment to veteran actress Deborah Sun during a difficult time.
“I feel it’s my calling. I prayed for it,” she said of her decision to run. “Politics is stressful, but if your heart is in the right place and you genuinely want to help, you can be an agent of change.”
Mina is running alongside mayoral aspirant Sarah Discaya, whom she credits as a source of inspiration. “She has a big heart and continues to help people. Her vision is to improve Pasig’s healthcare services, including the establishment of free hospitals,” she said.
If elected, Mina plans to balance her duties with her acting career. “I’ll still accept movie projects, and my TV show Magandang Araw on Net 25 will continue. Showbiz is my passion—it’s just a matter of scheduling,” she said, citing Vilma Santos as a role model in managing both fields.