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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
From Manny Jacinto to Tom Rodriguez: Filipino actors redefining charm, talent, and star power
While Korean and Thai actors have been gaining prominence over the globe, there are also many talented stars from the Philippines. From powerful performances to unforgettable charm, these actors, singers, and media personalities have become icons in their own right. Here are some of the most charming and talented Filipino male stars who continue to steal the spotlight. Manny Jacinto The Filipino-Canadian actor, born August 19, 1987, first captured widespread attention with his breakout performance as Jason Mendoza in the critically acclaimed NBC comedy The Good Place (2016–2020). Before that, he built his career through small television roles that steadily showcased his range and charisma. His success on the small screen led to appearances in major films, including Bad Times at the El Royale (2018) and Top Gun: Maverick (2022). In 2024, Jacinto stepped into the Star Wars universe as the mysterious Stranger, also known as Qimir and in the Disney+ series The Acolyte, earning praise for his darker, more complex portrayal. Beyond live-action, Jacinto brought his voice talents to animation, playing Scott Denoga in Disney Channel's Hailey's On It! (2023–2024). Dennis Trillo Born on May 12, 1981, he is a multi-awarded Filipino actor known for his bold and versatile roles. He gained widespread recognition for playing Eric del Mundo in My Husband's Lover, the first gay-themed primetime series on Philippine TV. His critically acclaimed performances include Simoun in Maria Clara at Ibarra and Colonel Yuta Saitoh in Pulang Araw, both aired on GMA and streamed on Netflix. Trillo's breakout came in 2004 with Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita, earning him his first acting award. With over two decades at GMA Network, he's earned the title of "Drama King," proving his staying power in both drama and romance. Coco Martin Born Rodel Pacheco Nacianceno Jr. on November 1, 1981, he began his career in independent cinema before breaking into mainstream television - bringing an intensity and realism that set him apart. Known for his versatility, he has built a powerhouse career as an actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. From gritty action to emotional romantic dramas, his work has earned both critical and popular acclaim. His impressive list of accolades includes two FAMAS Awards, two Gawad Urian Awards, ten PMPC Star Awards for Television, eight Box Office Entertainment Awards, and recognition from the ASEAN International Film Festival. He is also among the highest-grossing Filipino stars of all time and his cultural impact extends far beyond the screen. Inigo Dominic Pascual He has proven he's more than just the son of Piolo Pascual. Born on September 14, 1997, he has steadily built a name of his own as a singer, songwriter, and actor in both local and international scenes. His breakthrough came in 2016 with the hit single Dahil Sa'yo - the first song to top Billboard Philippines' Top 20 chart and winner of "Song of the Year" at the Awit Awards. The track marked the start of his ascent as one of OPM's modern voices. On screen, Iñigo has taken on diverse roles in films like Relaks, It's Just Pag-ibig, Crazy Beautiful You, and For the Hopeless Romantic. In 2020, he starred in the coming-of-age film Boyette: Not a Girl Yet, and in 2022, expanded to Hollywood through the Fox musical drama series Monarch, showcasing his talent to a global audience. Tom Rodriguez Born Bartolome Alberto Mott on October 1, 1987, stepped into the spotlight after joining Pinoy Big Brother: Double Up. What began as a reality TV debut quickly turned into a full-fledged acting career. Over the years, he has taken on a wide range of roles - from romantic leads to complex characters. Some of his most notable performances include My Husband's Lover, where he portrayed one half of a groundbreaking same-sex love story, as well as key roles in Mulawin vs Ravena, Someone to Watch Over Me, and I Heart Davao. He also appeared in the hit comedy film Here Comes the Bride. As of 2025, he remains an exclusive talent under GMA Network and GMA Pictures, continuing to thrive as one of the network's most recognizable stars. Billy Crawford The Filipino actor and singer, born May 16, 1982, is known for his early success as a child performer on That's Entertainment and in films like Lost Command and Sandakot Na Bala. At 12, he moved to the U.S. to study performing arts and soon performed as a backup dancer for Michael Jackson at the 1995 MTV VMAs. Crawford has since earned accolades including a FAMAS Award, an NRJ Music Award, and the Ani ng Dangal Award from the NCCA, marking him as a standout talent in both local and international entertainment. Paulo Avelino The Filipino actor, singer, model, and film producer, born on May 13, 1988, rose to prominence through hit television dramas such as Walang Hanggan (2012), Bridges of Love (2015), and The General's Daughter (2019). On the big screen, Avelino is best known for portraying General Gregorio del Pilar in the acclaimed historical films Heneral Luna (2015) and its sequel Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral (2018), where he played the title role. His film credits also include the horror-thriller Pagpag: Siyam na Buhay, further showcasing his versatility as an actor. Joshua Garcia Born October 7, 1997, the actor first caught public attention as a contestant on Pinoy Big Brother: All In in 2015. Since then, he has steadily built a name for himself as a talented actor, dancer, and commercial model. He rose to fame with his breakout role in the 2016 MMFF box-office hit Vince and Kath and James, followed by his standout performance in the primetime drama The Good Son. Known for his emotional range, Garcia has become a staple in teleseryes like The Greatest Love, Ngayon at Kailanman, The Killer Bride, and Unbreak My Heart. On the big screen, he has taken on a variety of roles in films such as Love You to the Stars and Back (2017), I Love You, Hater (2018), the thriller Ang Mga Kaibigan Ni Mama Susan (2023), and the romantic drama Un/Happy For You (2024), showcasing his growth as one of his generation's most promising leading men. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Trending.
Geek Tyrant
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Manny Jacinto Reveals a 'Brutal' Deleted Scene From THE ACOLYTE That Showed His Sith's True Darkness — GeekTyrant
At Denver Fan Expo, The Acolyte star Manny Jacinto revealed that one particularly intense moment showcasing his character's viciousness didn't make the final cut. Jacinto played Qimir, a seemingly chill, wine-sipping rogue who's ultimately revealed to be a deadly Sith assassin known as The Stranger. While he already gets his hands bloody in Episode 5, there was originally a scene that pushed his brutality even further. Jacinto said, via Screen Rant: 'Star Wars has always been PG, but you want to find some brutal aspects of these fights… There was one moment, I think, where I just take one Jedi and keep slamming his head on to a rock, because we wanted to show how brutal this guy could be, without any remorse,' That's a level of violence we've rarely see in Star Wars . The moment likely would've been part of the episode where he cuts down a squad of Jedi who corner him in the jungle. Even without the extra head-smashing, that lightsaber brawl was already one of the most vicious in the frnachise. While The Acolyte drew plenty of conversation online, it ultimately struggled with viewership, despite being Disney+'s second most-watched series of the year. The show was canceled after just one season, which pissed a lot of fans off. The cast included Amandla Stenberg in a dual role as Osha and Mae, Dafne Keen as Padawan Jecki, Charlie Barnett as Jedi Yord, Carrie-Anne Moss as Master Indara, and Lee Jung-jae as Master Sol. Rebecca Henderson and Jodie Turner-Smith also played key roles, with Leslye Headland ( Russian Doll ) creating the series. According to cinematographer Chris Teague, the team stayed grounded in Lucas's vision during production: "Leslye would always say, 'What would George do? What would George think?' And that was our guiding principle." As for what's next in the galaxy far, far away, The Mandalorian & Grogu is heading to theaters next May, and Ahsoka Season 2 is also expected to drop sometime in 2026.
Grazia USA
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Grazia USA
The Reason Simone Ashley's Role in the ‘F1' Film Was Cut Down
Simone Ashley's casting in the upcoming F1 movie made headlines recently, amidst reports from early screenings suggesting her role had been significantly cut. The Formula 1 racing film, starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris, has been in the works since 2021, with Ashley's casting being announced in June 2024. In March this year, she revealed to Who What Wear that she had been meeting for the role since before the release of her Bridgerton season. The actress has been involved in early promotions for the film, and just as recently as three weeks ago, she spoke to Elle about the role. 'I have a very small part, but I'm grateful to be in that movie', she told the outlet. 'I don't think I'll ever do anything like that again.' Which is why it came as a surprise to many when early viewers of F1 revealed her role had been cut to seconds, with no speaking moments. The director of the film, Joseph Kosinski, has now confirmed this in a talk with People. 'It happens on every film, where you have to shoot more than you can use,' he explained. 'But Simone, she's an incredible talent, incredible actress, incredible singer, and I would love to work with her again.' Despite his flattering words, many fans have condemned the treatment of the actress, especially as it mirrors the experience of Manny Jacinto (The Good Place and Star Wars: The Acolyte), who was set to star in Top Gun: Maverick, another of Kosinski's films. Jacinto's role, which required arduous fitness training, was also sizably reduced to a non-speaking role. On this, Kosinski commented similarly, telling IndieWire, 'You just don't have room to fit everything in.' However, many fans see these moments as symptomatic of a larger issue, where actors of colour are sidelined, unconsciously cutting down representation. Jacinto spoke on this and his experience last year, revealing to GQ that it was disappointing yet, 'it kind of fuels you.' He explained, 'If we [people of colour] want bigger stories out there, we have to make them for ourselves.' Ashley has yet to comment on the F1 cuts; nonetheless, we're sure we will see the talented actress in many more projects.
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
After Simone Ashley's Erasure From The 'F1' Movie Sparked A Conversation About Hollywood's Treatment Of Actors Of Color, The Director Has Spoken Out
If you're planning to watch F1: The Movie in hopes of seeing Simone Ashley, then I have some bad news for you. For context, it was announced in July 2024 that Simone had been cast in the highly anticipated Formula 1 movie, which is set in the real-life F1 world and stars Brad Pitt as a veteran driver who comes out of retirement to race alongside a fresh-faced rookie, played by Damson Idris. Simone was seen filming with Damson on numerous occasions, sparking excitement and intrigue as to how their characters might be linked in the film. She's also talked super excitedly about her involvement in the buzzy blockbuster, telling Who What Wear in March that her role had been in the works for a 'long time' and that she felt 'so grateful' to be a part of the project. Related: From Florence Pugh To Zoë Kravitz, Here's All The Celebrities Who Rocked Sheer Or Naked Dresses In fact, as recently as last month, Simone made an appearance in Miami to promote the movie. So, imagine fans' surprise when, just a few weeks later, reports from early screenings suggested that her role was reduced to a seconds-long cameo with no dialogue. Related: Here Are 10 Celebs Who've Publicly Admitted The Reasons Why They Regret Ending Their Marriages The whole thing stirred up a lot of backlash online, sparking discussions about the ways that actors of color have been sidelined in the past. Many fans brought up how all Manny Jacinto's dialogue was cut from Top Gun: Maverick, or how Ambika Mod talked about her post-One Day career versus that of her white costar, Leo Woodall. One widely shared article from Feminegra read: 'This isn't just a disappointment for [Simone's] fans. It's part of a larger, unsettling pattern in Hollywood: casting actors of color with fanfare, then quietly removing them from the spotlight… Simone Ashley's speculated brief appearance in F1 may be brushed off as a creative decision, but it fits too neatly into a wider pattern to ignore.' Amid all this, Simone was noticeably absent from the F1 world premiere in New York last night. But one person who was in attendance was the film's director, Joseph Kosinski, who, as it happens, also made Top Gun: Maverick. When asked by People about Simone's limited role, Joseph confirmed that her storyline was cut from the final edit. 'It happens on every film, where you have to shoot more than you can use. There were two or three storylines that ultimately didn't make into the final cut,' he said. 'But Simone, she's an incredible talent, incredible actress, incredible singer, and I would love to work with her again.' Elsewhere at the premiere, Joseph told Entertainment Tonight that he broke the news to Simone himself and confirmed that her storyline was closely linked to Damson's character. The movie doesn't hit theaters in the US until June 27; however, People confirmed that Simone's part is limited to a brief onscreen appearance with 'no lines of dialogue.' Simone has yet to publicly comment on being cut from the film, although during an interview with Elle earlier this month, she did hint that her role was 'very small.' 'I'm grateful to be in that movie,' she told the outlet. 'I got to experience many Grand Prix. I don't think I'll ever do anything like that again.' What do you make of all this? I have a feeling that fans will have a lot to say… More on this 'Bridgerton' Fans Are Calling Out The Show's Alleged Mistreatment Of Simone Ashley, And It's So ImportantLeyla Mohammed · Feb. 19, 2025 People Are Sharing Their Thoughts On Simone Ashley's "Picture This" And They're DividedAngeline Barion · March 7, 2025 "Bridgerton" Star Simone Ashley Defended Nicola Coughlan Against Body-Shaming In The Most Perfect WayLarry Fitzmaurice · June 22, 2024 Also in Celebrity: If You Get 20/30 On This Difficult '90s Music Quiz, Then You Honestly Know Your Stuff!!! Also in Celebrity: 17 Actors Who Said "No" To Nudity And Sex Scenes Out Of Respect For Their Partners, Families, Religion, And More Also in Celebrity: 22 Absolutely Bonkers Things I've Learned About Old Hollywood Celebs That Made My Jaw Hit The Floor
