Zaijian Jaranilla sits down with Gary Ann Lastrilla to revisit his acting journey — from the challenging characters he grew up playing to the dream roles he still hopes to take on someday. In this episode of PUSH Bets, he opens up about stepping into more mature roles and how this shift has changed the way he prepares for each project.
Starring in the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival entry I’m Perfect, Zaijian shares his experience working with its lead stars Krystel Go and Earl Amaba. He also reflects on what it was like acting alongside industry veterans Sylvia Sanchez, Tonton Gutierrez, Lorna Tolentino, and Janice de Belen in the film.
On a more personal note, Zaijan shares how his longtime friendship with fellow actress Xyriel Manabat began and how they’ve continued to support each other through the years. He also talks about being his family's breadwinner and how he balances responsibility with gratitude. He shares how his loved ones remain his trusted support system through every step of his journey. How does he enjoy the rewards of his hard work?
Tune in to this episode of PUSH Bets, hosted by Gary Ann Lastrilla. Watch new episodes every Friday at 7:30 PM on ABS-CBN.com and on the PUSH YouTube channel, and catch them every Sunday at 11:05 PM on Kapamilya Online Live.