Showbiz scion Andres Muhlach is making his film debut in Minamahal: 100 Bulaklak Para Kay Luna. After the teaser trailer was shown at the movie’s media conference, he said the positive feedback has made him both excited and nervous.
“I’m very new in this industry, and yes, there’s pressure on me and my sister Atasha, given the track record of our parents,” he said, referring to Aga Muhlach and Charlene Gonzalez. “But at the end of the day, I’m just really eager to learn.”
Andres measures his progress by small steps, saying each day on set gives him a little more confidence.
“It’s like I’m getting one percent better each time. The jump from a year ago has been big, and I’ve learned so much,” he said.
He credits much of his comfort to screen partner Ashtine Olviga, who has helped him adjust to the demands of the industry.
“There were times I would do certain events solo, but whenever Ash is with me, I feel a lot more relaxed. She’s definitely a factor in my journey,” he said.
Pressure is part of the job, he admits, especially with this being his first film. But for Andres, that pressure is balanced with excitement.
“Even as a kid, I dreamed of one day being on the silver screen. Jumping from teleserye (Ang Mutya ng Section E) to film, I feel like I’m living one of my dreams,” he said. “The pressure is there, but I think you need it if you want to do a good job.”
For now, the young actor is focusing on the process.
“It’s all just a learning process, and I’m enjoying it because I really love this job,” he said.
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Following the success of P77 starring Barbie Forteza, GMA Pictures is teaming up with Mentorque Productions, Inc. for a new horror project, Huwag Kang Titingin.
The film will be directed by Frasco Mortiz and will feature Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition housemates Shuvee Etrata, Josh Ford, Michael Sager, and Charlie Fleming. They will be joined by Sofia Pablo, Allen Ansay, Anthony Constantino, Marco Masa, and Sean Lucas.
Mortiz said the story draws from the younger generation’s fascination with viral Internet challenges, woven with eerie elements from urban legends and folklore.
GMA Network Senior Vice President for Programming, Talent Management, Worldwide and Support Group Annette Gozon-Valdes said the collaboration with Mentorque marks a strong partnership.
“We have a great story, an exciting cast, and a very strong partner in Mentorque. This is our first venture together,” she said.
Mentorque has produced films such as Mallari, My Father, Myself, and Uninvited.
