Kathryn Bernardo Doesn't Want to Assume That She is a Big Star Already

Parehong naging emosyunal sina Kathryn Bernardo at Julia Montes, ang mga bida ng pelikula ng Star Cinema na Way Back Home nang ganapin noong Martes, August 16, ang premiere night. Nawala daw ang kaba nila nang makita kung gaano kadami ang nagpakita ng suporta sa kanilang launching movie. Puro good reviews din ang nakuha ng pelikula mula sa mga nanonood.



“Masaya kasi nakita namin sa mga scenes kinikilig din sila, naiiyak din sila,” kuwento ni Kathryn nang ma-interview after the screening. “So natutuwa kami kasi effective. So sana ‘yung mga ‘di pa nakakapanood sana magustuhan din nila.”



Dahil sa magandang review sa pelikula, inaasahang lalong kikilalanin ang dalawa bilang promising young actresses. Confident na ba sila ngayon na lalo pa silang sisikat? “Hindi pa rin po ganun ka-confident,” sagot ni Kathryn. “Siguro na-lessen din po [ang kaba] pero hindi mo pa rin masasabi ‘yon. Ayoko pong mag-assume so sana ‘yung mga tao willing silang magbayad [para mapanood ang pelikula]. Wag bibili ng fake DVDs ganyan. ‘Yun ang talagang wino-worry ko. Tingnan natin ang week na ito kung susuportahan nila.”



Dahil sa phenomenal success ng kanilang pinagbidahang remake ng Mara Clara, marami ang nagsasabing sina Kathryn at Julia na ang next big stars. Dahil din sa magandang launching movie, sinasabing hindi raw ito malayong mangyari.



Pero para kay Kathryn, masyado pang maaga para mabansagan silang young superstars. “Hindi ko rin nilalagay sa ulo ko na young superstars kasi hindi naman parating kami lang. May darating [na bago]. ‘Yung sa akin po ibinibigay ko lang po ‘yung best ko sa lahat. Ayoko namang mag-expect na ako lang kasi maraming kakompitensya din. So ngayon ine-enjoy ko lang po ang blessings.”



Sa nasabing premiere night, sa lahat daw ng papuring narinig ni Kathryn, pinakagusto raw niya ang pagbati sa kanya ng ABS-CBN executives na sina Star Cinema Managing Director Malou N. Santos at ABS-CBN Entertainment Productions Head Cory Vidanes. “’Yung makita ko lang na happy po ‘yung mga boss, sina Tita Malou, Tita Cory, makita ko lang na kino-congratulate kami at umiiyak sila, ‘yun eh. Sobrang magandang prize na ‘yon. Makita ko lang ang Mara Clara family, ‘yung Growing Up family na proud na proud sila sa akin, para sa akin okay na ‘yun eh.” Ang Growing Up ay ang upcoming teen-oriented teleserye na pagbibidahan nina Kathryn at Julia soon.



Bukod din sa dalawang dalaga, umani rin ng magagandang reviews ang kanilang mga leading men sa pelikula na sina Sam Concepcion at Enrique Gil na nagpadagdag kilig sa mga manonood. “Kasi sina Enrique at Sam talaga tinutulungan ako para kiligin ang audience. Kahit na first time naming magka-love team natutuwa ako kasi kinilikig ang mga tao sa mga scenes namin, sa fish jokes namin [ni Enrique] so salamat kasi effective actors sila.”

"Way Back Home" Combines a Touching Story with Powerful Cast

The movie Way Back Home tells the story of how a family was torn apart because the mother (Agot Isidro) stopped caring about anything else except for her missing daughter Joanna (Kathryn Bernardo). As a result, Jessica (Julia) grew up embittered by the fact that her accomplishments in school are not enough to bring back her mom’s zest for life. Until one day, they unexpectedly cross paths with Joanna and their family becomes complete again. But instead of being happy about it, Jessica’s insecurities get the best of her as Joanna wins over not only their mother’s love but even the affection of their schoolmates’ as well. How long will the rivalry between the two last? When will Jessica stop punishing Joanna for her miserable childhood?



It’s a simple enough storyline and one that is used many times before in Philippine movies and soaps. Nevertheless, the dramatic prowess and mass appeal of both Kathryn and Julia prove to be a refreshing treat to moviegoers. Those who have watched the movie can’t help but shed tears every time their characters go through heart-rending circumstances. Aside from the big confrontation scene between the two during a school retreat, Kathryn particularly shines when she has a heart-to-heart talk with Agot, asking permission for her to go back to her family in the province. She is endearing all throughout the film and shows great promise as a certified dramatic actress. Julia, on the other hand, wows audience with how easily she transforms from a rebellious teenager to a loving daughter and sister in the movie. One of her notable scenes is the part where she finally voices out her long-buried resentments to her mother.



Although Julia and Kathryn don’t necessarily need a love team to make the movie work, viewers who are looking for a romantic angle won’t be disappointed at all. Enrique Gil and Sam Concepcion proved to be great additions to the cast since they established on screen chemistry with Kathryn and Julia, respectively. The two pairs even complement each other with Kathryn and Enrique's cheesy but sweet encounters together with Julia and Sam’s love-hate relationship in the film.



All in all, Way Back Home is a must-see film that’s not only value for money but is also good entertainment for viewers of any age.



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Enrique Gil Didn't Expect to be Part of Way Back Home

Enrique Gil didn’t expect to land a role in the movie Way Back Home, much less be paired with its lead star Kathryn Bernardo. As it is, his character was supposed to be played by Albie Casiño, who used to be Kathryn’s love team in the teleserye Mara Clara. “Hindi ko talaga inasahan na mapupunta sa akin yung role kasi ginagawa ko yung Mula Sa Puso that time at alam kong may parating akong bagong soap (Budoy). Tapos may tumawag sa akin, ang sabi, ‘Magsyu-shooting ka na in two days for the movie.’ Kaya may konting kaba kasi first time kami magkakaparehas ni Kathryn. Sana pumatok sa mga fans, sana ma-enjoy nila yung mga scenes namin together,” said Enrique in a recent interview with Push.com.ph.



The 19-year-old cutie further shared that he owes a lot to director Wenn Deramas who gave him his first major break on TV. “Magandang experience for me yung naging role ko sa Mula Sa Puso kasi hindi na siya pang-tweetums. In-encourage kasi kami ni Direk Wenn na mas mature yung ipakita naming acting sa viewers. Nag-step up na yung role, pero it doesn’t mean na hindi na ako pwede sa mga pang-tweetums na role. Siyempre happy naman ako kung ano mang projects na ipagkakatiwala sa akin ng Kapamilya network.”



As for his love life, Enrique insisted that he’s not pursuing anyone at the moment. He also refuted previous reports linking him to Erich Gonzales. “Siyempre masasabi kong crush ko siya dahil mabait at maganda naman talaga si Erich. Naging close lang kami kasi hosts kami dati ng Shoutout. Tapos lumabas kami as a group ng iba naming kasamahan nung patapos na yung show. Pero hindi naman ako nanligaw [sa kanya], kasi trabaho lang talaga. Wala yun sa isip ko ngayon. Tsaka maraming nali-link sa kanya, ’di lang naman ako.”



Unlike other celebrity couples, Enrique claimed that he wouldn’t keep his relationship a secret if he truly has a girlfriend. “Kapag nagkaroon ako ng girlfriend at the right time, hindi ko ide-deny. Paano kung wrong time? Depende po eh. Kung totoo talaga, ayoko ng dine-deny ang girlfriend. Gusto ko kapag meron akong girfriend paninindigan ko. I want to be proud of it.”



Is he affected by the fact that Erich is projecting a sexier image in her latest soap, Maria La Del Barrio? “Ewan ko, I’m not in the right position para magselos. At siguro hindi naman din masyadong daring yung role niya. It's the management’s choice, so okay lang. Hindi naman siya nagpaalam sa akin. Hindi naman kailangan. Tsaka lately, wala na talaga kaming communication,” he added.



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Way Back Home Stars on Us Girls

Get intimate with the lead stars of “Way Back Home” Julia Montes, Kathryn Bernardo, Sam Concepcion and Enrique Gil as they share their secrets on fashion, diet, beauty and fitness in “Us Girls” this Thursday (August 18).



Iya Villania, Chesca Garcia-Kramer, and Angel Aquino will hunt for hangout spots and inexpensive dining places with good food and great value, while radio’s popular DJs like Jasmin of Tambayan 101.9 and Papa Jack will offer their warm advice for our Kabarkadas’ romance and relationship problems.



All these and more in “Us Girls” this Thursday (August 17), 9:30pm on Studio 23. If you miss it, you can watch it online on Studio 23′s Catch Up TV via www.studio23.tv.

Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes, Nervous Over 'Way Back Home'

Young actresses Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes admitted that they are feeling nervous over the red carpet premiere of their first film together, "Way Back Home."



In an interview with ABS-CBN's "Showbiz News Ngayon," Bernardo said that they are not sure if the people they invited can make it to the premiere, which will be held at SM Megamall on Tuesday night.



"Kinakabahan kami siyempre kung makakapunta ang mga taong makakapunta sa aming [premiere] at kung ano ang reaksyon nila kapag nakita nila ang movie," she said.



"Sana po makita namin kayo sa August 16, sa SM Megamall na po 'yan."



Montes, for her part, said, "And sa August 17 na po ang family drama of the year ng Star Cinema, 'Way Back Home.' Sana po ay suportahan niyo po kami ni Kathryn."



"Way Back Home," directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng, tells the story of family members who learn to accept and forgive one another despite their differences.



The film also stars Enrique Gil, Lotlot de Leon, Tonton Gutierrez and Agot Isidro.



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Angeline Quinto Sings Way Back Home Theme Song

“Star Power” champion Angeline Quinto believes it is an honor to sing the theme song of Star Cinema’s latest movie offering, “Way Back Home.”



Quinto told “Showbiz News Ngayon” on Tuesday that she found it extremely challenging to belt out her own rendition of Lea Salonga’s “You’re My Home.”



“Medyo mahirap po yung kanta para sa akin kasi medyo syempre hindi po ako masyadong kumakanta ng English, kumbaga mas ano [forte] ko po kasi ang Tagalog talaga. Pero, maganda yung kanta e kaya kahit papaano po e nabigyan naman ng magandang feelings yung kanta,” she said.



Meanwhile, Quinto admitted that she has never taken off the necklace given to her by her long-time showbiz crush, Coco Martin.



She explained, “Simula noon talaga hindi ko siya tinanggal kasi sa totoo po gusto ko po talaga bumili para sa sarili ko ng kwintas na may cross. Naghahanap ako ng medyo mura kasi ang mamahal nung mga napagtanungan ko.”



To return the favor, Quintos revealed that she plans to buy Martin a present for his upcoming birthday.



“Tinatanong ko nga kung kelan yung birthday niya (Martin) e. November din pala siya. Ayun po, siguro sa birthday na lang niya ako magreregalo, kumbaga kapalit po nito,” she said.

Julia Montes Admits Getting Backlash for Playing Kontrabida

After portraying the role of the scheming Clara in the popular remake of the afternoon series Mara Clara, Julia Montes takes on another meaty role as Jessica Santiago, one of the lead characters in the upcoming drama flick Way Back Home. “Excited ako sa movie namin with Star Cinema and yung teen show namin na Growing Up,” she shared.



After the success of Mara Clara, Julia said she has adopted a more enthusiastic attitude towards working in the limelight. “Siguro naging mas excited na ako magtrabaho sa mga next projects ko kasi na-e-excite ako na pagkatapos ng Mara Clara, ano kaya susunod na ibibigay sa akin or anong challenge naman ipapagawa sa akin, more on sa ganun ang naiisip ko,” she admitted.



The 16-year-old actress also admitted she will never let the instant fame get to her. “Siguro kasi ang dami ko ring pinagdaanan before. Galing rin ako sa ilalim, sa auditions, so nafi-feel ko rin yung nafi-feel ng iba. Hindi ko naman gusto na porke’t nagkaroon lang ng show or sumikat lang ako eh mag-iiba na porke’t napunta na ako dun. Parang siyempre iisipin mo kung ikaw yung nandun dati, ayaw mo ring ganunin ka so huwag kang manggaganun,” she explained to Push.com.ph



Because of her anti-hero role in Mara Clara, Julia revealed that some people mistook her onscreen persona for her character in real life. “Meron akong natatanggap na ganung feedback. Feeling nila ganun na rin yung ugali ko, parang yung kay Clara pa rin. Pero sinasabi ko naman na iba talaga eh at hindi naman talaga ako ganun, role lang yun. Siguro minsan nadadala lang. Pero wala, malayong malayo talaga yung character ko sa show namin at sa ugali ko,” she stressed.



The Fil-German beauty also said that people close to her would never assume she is like Clara in real life. “Sinasabi ko na iba talaga ako kay Clara. Kung makikilala lang nila ako sa totoo, malalaman nila yung totoong ugali ko. Kung puwede lang yun para malaman nila. Basta, okay lang naman sa akin kasi typical naman sa tao yung magkaroon ng opinion. Basta ako sinasabi ko lang na hindi ako ganun,” she told Push.com.ph.



Despite the backlash, Julia said it will not deter her from accepting more kontrabida roles in the future. “Kung yun naman yung sa tingin ng ABS-CBN na maganda para sa akin, tatanggapin ko naman. Pero kung may ibibigay naman na chances na iba, why not?” she said matter-of-factly.



Julia admitted that it’s actually a challenge for her to play a villainous role. “Para sa akin mahirap in a way maging kontrabida kasi mahirap mang-away kasi kahit alam mong role lang siya, mahirap pa rin mang-away. Sa totoong buhay kasi siguro makikipag-away lang ako pag inaway ako. Pero as long as wala naman masyadong rason para mag-away, hindi naman ako nang-aaway ng basta-basta,” she added.



The young actress admitted she also wants to get the chance to play a heroine role in the future. “Siguro kung mabibigyan ng pagkakataon gusto ko naman ma-try mag-bida naman. Yung ako naman yung kino-kontrabidahan,” she said.



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Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes, Like Sisters in Real Life

Currently busy promoting her latest project, the Star Cinema drama Way Back Home, Kathryn Bernado admitted that she is excited to be back in the limelight along with former Mara Clara co-star Julia Montes. “I’m busy talaga dun sa movie and sa Growing Up. Siyempre aabangan nung fans sana kasi matagal na din yung pagkawala namin sa TV sa Mara Clara so dito mapapanuod nila kami ulit ni Julia tapos ibang Kathryn din ang makikita nila. Talagang pinaghirapan namin ito ng sobra kaya sana maagustohan nila,” she said.



The 15-year-old actress admitted that she and Julia have gotten even closer than before, even off-cam. “Close na naman talaga kami ni Julia. From Goin Bulilit and Mara Clara, lalong na-develop yung friendship namin and hindi ko lang siya kaibigan pero tinuturing ko na siyang kaipatid eh. Parati kami lumalabas or tatambay siya sa bahay ko, ganyan. Supportive din siya sa akin. Close na din ang families namin. Si Lola pati si mama sobrang gusto rin siya,” she shared.



Kathryn revealed that one of their favorite bonding activities is going to the mall during days when they don’t have work. It also doesn’t hurt that they both share a passion for shopping and have even gotten matching outfits together. “Mahilig kami mag-malling tapos bibili kami ng magkapareho na damit. Marami na kaming nabili na mga gamit na pareho. Tapos nagpapa-foot spa kami, ganyan. Tapos tambay lang sa bahay,” she said.



Kathryn shared that although she enjoys hanging out with friends at home, she really enjoys being out and about. “I really like malling and shopping. Ayokong nasa bahay parati, guso ko nagmo-mall ako. Ikot-ikot lang sa mall, Masaya na ako dun,” she added.



After the almost overnight popularity she got with the success of Mara Clara, Kathryn said she has not allowed fame to get to her. “I try to stay the same. Ayoko talaga magbago. At saka feeling ko ayaw rin ng family ko ng ganun, pag may nakikita sila sa akin, pagsasabihan nila ako agad para ma-correct. Pero so far, wala pa naman yatang ganun. Bawal maging ganun,” she stressed.



The Way Back Home actress said that the only difference now is that she is more ready to face the crowd after becoming more recognizable in public. But other than that, she is still the same down-to-earth person that she has always been. “Pareho lang ako ngayon. Siguro lang naging confident ako, kasi ngayon medyo kilala na ako ng mga tao kahit saan ako magpunta. Hindi katulad ng dati na hindi ka nila papansinin. Ngayon kailangan may image ka na aalgaan kasi bawat labas mo may makakakilala sa ‘yo,” she admitted to Push.com.ph.



The Star Magic talent also admitted that she would rather focus on her career than boys at this moment. “Hanggang admirers lang sila. Wala muna ngayon. Open ako sa manliligaw pero hanggang dun lang. Wala munang commitment,” she shared.



Kathryn said she hopes to be able to do a different kind of project someday where she can play a lighter kind of character. “Siguro yung malayo naman sa character ni Mara. Yung hindi paawa. Siguro yung medyo love story na comedy, yung malayo sa drama para iba naman. Parang yung roles ni Sarah Geronimo, mga My Girl na type of role ni Kim Chiu. Or like yung Thai movie na Crazy Little Thing Called Love. Mga pa-tweetums na makaka-relate yung mga teenagers,” she said.



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Kathryn Bernardo Doesn't Mind Being Compared With Julia Montes

After being catapulted to star status by their hit teleserye Mara Clara, Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes will clash once again, this time on the big screen via Star Cinema’s upcoming offering Way Back Home. Those who got hooked on the rivalry between Kathryn and Julia’s characters in their TV series are in for a new treat in Way Back Home. Kathryn shared, “Iba po itong movie, hindi tulad ng Mara Clara na maraming sampalan and sabunutan. Walang masyadong sakitan, more on the dialogue.”



Kathryn confessed that she is feeling the pressure to follow up the success of Mara Clara by making their launching movie a box office hit. “Nararamdaman talaga namin ‘yung kaba kasi iba na ang pelikula. Sa TV isang click lang makakapanood na ang mga tao. Pero sa movie kailangan nang magbayad. Iba rin ang acting sa movie kaya mas challenging.”



In the movie, Kathryn will play Joanna who after years of living with amnesia comes home to her real family. But the lost time has alienated Joanna from everyone, most especially to her elder sister Jessica, played by Julia. Kathryn explained that she doesn’t mind being typecast playing goodie-oppressed roles on screen. “Hindi ako natatakot na ma-typecast na api-apihan lagi. Pero sana mabigyan din ako ng chance na gumawa ng bago para maiba naman. Nasa management po ‘yun kung anong roles ang bagay sa akin.”



For her impressive acting talent, Kathryn is now being tagged as Judy Ann Santos’s successor. But the teen actress said she prefers establishing her own name in the industry. “Sobrang thankful kasi sobrang laking artista ni Ms. Juday. Malaking compliment na maikumpara sa kanya. Pero sabi na sa akin ni Ate Juday noon na ayaw naman niyang pati ‘yung pag-arte niya e gayahin ko. Gusto niya gumawa ako ng sarili kong name. Kaya ngayon happy siya sa nagiging takbo ng career ko.”



Both Kathryn and Julia are predicted to be on their way to superstardom. That’s why aside from playing rivals onscreen, they are also being pitted against each other as to who is more talented and popular. However, Kathryn said that despite the intrigues, she and Julia remain good friends. “Hindi talaga maiiwasan ang comparison sa artista lalo na sa aming dalawa ni Julia. Pero alam namin pareho na hindi kami dapat magpaapekto. For as long as alam naming dalawa kung ano ang totoo friends pa rin kami. Kapag work, work lang. Wala namang personalan sa amin ni Julia. Effective si Julia kapag eksena kaya makaka-react ka talaga nang tama.”



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Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes Regarded as Next Superstars

Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes are now regarded as the newest breakthrough stars, having starred in the top-rating teleserye Mara Clara and now in the upcoming movie Way Back Home. During the press conference for the film opening August 17, the two young stars talked about their experience making the jump from teleserye to movie. They described Way Back Home as the fulfillment of their dream to see themselves play lead roles on the big screen.



Director Jerry Sineneng attested to the observations of fans and critics alike that Kathryn and Julia both have the makings superstars and have even been likened to Judy Ann Santos and Claudine Barretto. Direk Jerry shared, “Deep in my heart nararamdaman ko na si Kathryn ay sumusunod sa yapak ni Judy Ann Santos and si Julia naman sumusunod sa yapak ni Claudine Barretto. Pareho silang magaling, very professional, passionate at committed sa kanilang trabaho. Ginu-groom talaga sila as parehong bida. Pareho silang bida material. Baka siguro maging future rivals sila in terms of popularity, talent, number of fans. They are future superstars.”



The veteran director had some advice for the two young stars so they can stay long in the business. “Always keep your feet on the ground. The more you go up the ladder kasi the more responsibility you have. Mas malaki ang ine-expect sa iyo ng mga tao. You have to learn to embrace those things na kasabay ng pagsikat. ‘Wag lumaki ang ulo at laging lumingon sa pinanggalingan. I’ve been a director for 16 years. Marami na akong na handle na sumikat, pero nasaan na ngayon. Ang nagtatagal kasi talaga aside from talent is ‘yung tingin sa iyo ng mga katrabaho mo. Once trust ang nasira mahirap nang makuha uli.”



Agot Isidro, who plays their mother in Way Back Home, talked about the positive traits she saw in the two stars while shooting the movie. “Nararamdaman ko ‘yung kanilang determination at hard work. They really do the best that they can in every scene. Kapag take na or kapag nagri-rehearse na, yun talagang parang sinasaniban. Ang nakatrabaho nila ay ang kaibigan kong si Mylene (Dizon) sa Mara Clara and I've heard good feedbacks from her.”



Agot added that with the talent and hard work, if Kathryn and Julia will also have the right attitude, they are more likely to become superstars like Judy Ann Santos and Claudine Barretto. “As long as they play their part. I mean, the talent is there, the looks are there, the attitude. As long as they stay that way. Kasi yung dalawang stars (Judy Ann and Claudine), especially Juday, talagang until now she's hardworking. Sana maging ganun din sina Kathryn at Julia.”



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Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes Named as the Next Judy Ann Santos and Claudine Barretto

During the presscon for the upcoming Star Cinema movie “Way Back Home,” its lead stars Julia Montes and Kathryn Bernardo are being tagged by the entertainment press as the next Claudine Barretto and Judy Ann Santos.



This is simply because both Julia and Kathryn show a lot of promise in their budding career since their last project, “Mara Clara,” has been a nationwide top-rater.



And since both of them have already established solid followers in different parts of the country, ABS-CBN is giving them another TV project (Growing Up) and the network’s film outfit, Star Cinema, is launching them on the big screen via the coming-of-age drama “Way Back Home.”



With the way their careers are moving, there’s no doubt that both Julia and Kathryn will follow the footsteps of their idols.

Kathryn Bernardo Hopes Fans Will Support Her Pairing With Enrique Gil

Fresh from the success of their primetime teleserye Mara Clara, Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes are now headlining a movie. The two young actresses star in the new Star Cinema offering entitled Way Back Home. The film is scheduled for nationwide release on August 17, but as early as now fans of Kathryn and Julia are very much excited to head to the theaters.

But there are also rumors that there are some fans who got very disappointed when it was confirmed Kathryn would be paired with Enrique Gil in the movie rather than her original leading man in Mara Clara, Albie Casiño.

Albie was originally part of Way Back Home as Kathryn’s leading man together with the late AJ Perez who was to be paired with Julia. When AJ died, Sam Concepcion was chosen to take over the role. As to why Albie was replaced by Enrique, Star Cinema management explained that they just want to experiment with different combinations for Kathryn and Julia. There was no mention if it had anything to do with controversies hounding Albie at the moment involving now pregnant ex-girlfriend Andi Eigenmann.

During the press conference for Way Back Home, Kathryn admitted that she felt a bit nervous thinking if fans will still support the movie even with a new leading man. She said, “Ang totoo po kinakabahan din ako, kung susuportahan pa rin ba ako ng fans kahit wala si Albie. Pine-pray ko pa rin na sana ‘yung mga fans namin ni Albie suportahan pa rin kami ni Enrique kasi ‘yung love team naman namin ni Enrique dito sa movie ibang iba dun sa nakita ng mga tao sa amin ni Albie sa Mara Clara.”

Kathryn lost touch with Albie when Mara Clara wrapped up, until last July 31 when they ran into each other at the Star Magic Games. “Sobrang na-miss ko si Albie kasi siya ‘yung parang kuya na namin. Siya 'yung nagbibigay ng advice.”

For Kathryn, doing Way Back Home could’ve been easier if she had Albie with her. “Siyempre po, si Albie, gamay na namin kasi po matagal kaming nagsama sa Mara Clara,” she reasoned.

She further confessed that at first she felt shy towards Enrique, but eventually they easily became good friends and both found it comfortable doing scenes together. “At first po, naiilang po ako kay Enrique. Pero noong tumagal kasi, dahil sobrang bait naman niya, parang masaya rin talaga na kasama sila ni Sam. So, kapag nagte-take na, okay na kami. Sa mga takes, ibinigay na namin ang best namin kasi, okay na, comfortable na kami sa isa't isa.”

According to director Jerry Sineneng, Kathryn and Enrique were able to forge a palpable onscreen chemistry in Way Back Home. “Sobrang kilig silang dalawa. Unang eskena pa lang nila nakitaan ko na agad ng chemistry. Dun ko nasabi na bagay talaga si Kathryn and Enrique.”

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'Way Back Home' a Tribute to AJ Perez

Star Cinema's latest offering, "Way Back Home," is a tribute to the late young actor AJ Perez, one of the film's cast members said.

Young singer-actor Sam Concepcion said the name of his character, AJ, is a way of remembering Perez, who was killed in a highway accident in Tarlac last April.

Concepcion hopes to make Perez proud through his performance in the film.

"Ang pangalan ko in the movie is AJ, as a tribute to AJ [Perez]. Si AJ kasi he's very hardworking, kaya niyang gawin kahit ano na he sets his mind to," he said in an interview during a press conference for "Way Back Home."

"I wanted to do the same for this movie, ibibigay ko din ang lahat ng pwede kong gawin for this movie, kung paano niya din sana gagawin itong movie na ito.

"Just trying to do my best to make him proud in a way. Siyempre, naging kaibigan ko siya at siyempre, not to let him down this time."

Concepcion replaced Perez as one of the leading men in "Way Back Home" following the latter's death. The 2 young actors first worked together as members of dance group Giggerboys.

"Way Back Home" is directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng and will hit theaters on August 17. The film also stars Kathryn Bernardo, Julia Montes, Enrique Gil, Lotlot de Leon, Tonton Gutierrez and Agot Isidro.

Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Enrique Gil and Sam Concepcion Don't Mind Being Second Choice

Young actors Enrique Gil and Sam Concepcion said they are grateful to be a part of Star Cinema's newest film, "Way Back Home."

Gil and Concepcion replaced Albie Casiño and the late AJ Perez, respectively, as the leading men of Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes.

The 2 young actors said they do not mind being second choice for the film.

"[I am] Very grateful and thankful for this project, siyempre [kasi] first time kong makatrabaho sina Julia at Kathryn. We did 'Shout Out!' before pero acting-wise, ngayon lang kami nagkatrabaho so it's a very different and wonderful experience," Concepcion said.

"It's a big role 'yung pino-portray namin ni Enrique so we just give our all and best in the movie and hopefully magustuhan ng tao."

For his part, Gil said, "Super happy po at super thankful [ako] sa Star Cinema na kami ang pinili, kasi wala talaga akong alam sa previous leading men. I just got a call na 'hey, I want you to do this movie,' so 'yun po, very grateful po."

Jerry Lopez Sineneng, director of "Way Back Home," said it was management's decision to replace Casiño, who was rumored to be the father of Andi Eigenmann's baby.

"I think I'm not in a position to talk about it, management decision po. Pero sasabihin ko po na good replacement po itong dalawang gwapong ito. Good replacement po talaga, kung replacement na matatawag," Sineneng said.

"Way Back Home" will hit theaters on August 17.

Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Way Back Home Publicity Photos

Here are the publicity photos of Star Cinema's latest teen-oriented film Way Back Home starring Kathryn Bernardo, Julia Montes, Sam Concepcion and Enrique Gil. The movie is directed by Jerry Lopez-Sineneng.

Way Back Home opens in cinemas nationwide on August 17, 2011.

Photos courtesy of Star Cinema.