Actor Joshua Garcia. Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News
MANILA -- Joshua Garcia is thrilled to be part of another Star Cinema movie that tells the story of a family.
Star Cinema's newest family drama, "Meet, Greet, and Bye," sees Garcia join a powerhouse cast that includes Belle Mariano, Piolo Pascual, Juan Karlos and Maricel Soriano.
It looks to deliver heartfelt lessons about love, family, and self-worth.
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“Lahat ng family story na ginawa ko, lahat sila nagiging pamilya ko talaga My Greatest Love, The Good Son, at ito Meet, Greet, and Bye. Kung may naiba man, ’yun ’yung nadagdagan ako ng mapagkakatiwalaan, nadagdagan ako ng pamilya,” said Garcia, who plays the role of "Brad."
For Garcia, the film’s story carries valuable lessons that mirror real life.
“Magtira ka din para sa sarili mo. Mahalin ’yung mga magulang natin kailangan natin ibalik sa kanila ’yung pagmamahal sa atin,” he said.
During the press conference on Wednesday, Star Cinema also unveiled the film’s second official trailer, giving fans a first look at Maricel Soriano’s character, Mama Baby.
The emotional preview left Garcia feeling nostalgic.
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“Excited na ako mapanood ’yung pelikula and at the same time, nami-miss ko sila. This one, mas magaan,” he added.
"Meet, Greet, and Bye" opens in cinemas nationwide and worldwide starting November 12, under Star Cinema.