Rising actor Rabin Angeles, known for his breakout role as Yuri Hanamitchi in the hit rom-com series Ang Mutya ng Section E, is making it clear that he’s not waiting on a love team to move his career forward.
The 20-year-old actor, who recently landed an endorsement deal as the face of The Green Flavonoid skincare line by The Lab by Blanc Doux, said he’s been deeply focused on building his craft through acting workshops—not chasing overnight stardom.
“I’m doing a lot of workshops to improve my acting skills. I want to learn more, so I can really show what I’m capable of,” Rabin said during the product’s launch event.
While many rising stars in Philippine entertainment often thrive within the comfort and fan appeal of a love team, Rabin is determined to carve out his own path independently.
When asked if he’s open to being paired on-screen, he answered, “It depends. But I want to show people that I can do it alone.”
Citing Leonardo DiCaprio’s gritty performance in the 1995 drama The Basketball Diaries as his dream role, the young actor hinted at the intense, dramatic performances he hopes to tackle—far removed from the usual romantic fare that dominates local screens.
“I want to do it solo. I want to show people that I don’t have to be in a love team,” added Rabin.
Known among his peers and fans for his quiet, grounded demeanor, Rabin said he deliberately avoids focusing too much on social media attention—or negativity.
Unlike many of his contemporaries, he chooses not to dwell on digital buzz, preferring instead to immerse himself in real-life learning experiences.
“I don’t really think about it. The more I don’t give attention on what other people say, the more I can focus on what I do,” he continued.
Rabin is refreshingly humble about fame. Despite his growing popularity, he admitted fame isn’t something he actively chases.
“I don’t feel like I’m famous. I don’t want to think that I’m famous because I’m still far from my goal,” explained Rabin.
His career path has certainly not been without obstacles. Before finally landing his pivotal role in Ang Mutya ng Section E, Rabin shared that he spent long hours commuting from his hometown in Pampanga to Metro Manila for auditions and training.
The work was tough—going through workshops, facing many rejections, and even going a whole year without any projects.
He then described the experience as exhausting and frustrating at times, but emphasized that he learned valuable lessons about persistence and not giving up.
Now that he has a dedicated fanbase and numerous projects in the works, Rabin is finally witnessing the rewards of his hard work.
However, he remains modest, constantly reminding himself of his journey and the people who supported him along the way.
“This is what God chose for me. What I think about is how I can make the people who support me happy,” Rabin stated.