Following the success of his first series Love at First Spike on iWant, Emilio Daez is set to take on a new role as Ziggy in the upcoming film Bar Boys: After School.
In a post on Bar Boys’ official Facebook page, it was revealed that Emilio will portray a wealthy young business owner who has a soft spot for his workers.
“Introducing Emilio Daez as Ziggy in Bar Boys: After School
After a months-long audition process of over 70 people, Emilio Daez will be playing Ziggy in the upcoming sequel to Bar Boys.
Ziggy is a wealthy young business owner. While he struggles with reading emotions and expressing his feelings, he has a soft spot for his workers,” they wrote in a caption.
It also said that Emilio started his acting workshop for the role, adding, “Emilio's workshops started in early July and continued today with multi-award winning actress Sue Prado.”
Fans expressed excitement over Emilio’s new project following his Pinoy Big Brother stint.
“It's finally out!yehey!!! Congrats, Emiliooo!!!! 😍😍,” a fan commented.
Another one said, “Huge congratulations! You totally deserved that spot. I’m super proud of you m, Myloves Emilio Daez 🩵🩵🩵🩵
Emilio is the newest addition to the much-anticipated sequel of the 2017 legal drama film Bar Boys. Previously, his fellow PBB Celebrity Collab Edition housemates Will Ashley and Klarisse De Guzman were also announced as new cast members.
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Netizens also expressed excitement at having the chance to see Will and Emilio in one movie project.
“WILL AND EMILIO IN ONE SCREEN OMG CAN’T WAIT,” a netizen commented.
Will takes on the role of Arvin, a struggling law student balancing the demands of law school, a day job, and supporting his extended family while Klarisse plays Mae, the breadwinner sister of a law student and the president of a fan club dedicated to Josh Zuniga — a former teleserye leading man turned law student, portrayed once again by Kean Cipriano.
In an exclusive interview with PUSH ABS-CBN, Will shared his excitement about reuniting with Klarisse in her film debut.
“Nakakatuwa nga po kasi bago kami magshoot ‘yung first shoot ni Ate Klang, nagmemessage kami na kinakabahan sya na sabi nya ako na raw bahala sa kanya,” Will recalled fondly.
He praised Klarisse’s openness and eagerness to learn the craft of acting.
“Nakakatuwa naman kasi Ate Klang very open din talaga, willing siya matuto sa pag-acting, sa pag-arte. Kaya noong ginawa namin ‘yung mga eksena na nandoon sa Bar Boys, talagang smooth lang talaga,” Will expressed.
Will also commended director Kip Oebanda for being hands-on and guiding them throughout the filming process.
“Also, with the help of our director din, si Direk (Kip Oebanda) talagang hands on siya. ‘Di kami pinapabayaan sa mga eksenang ginagawa namin kaya maganda, sobrang ganda po. Excited na po akong mapanood ninyo itong film na ito,” he added.
The official release date of Bar Boys: After School has yet to be announced.
Meanwhile, Emilio, Will, Klarisse, and their fellow PBB Celebrity Collab Edition housemates recently staged their sold-out The Big ColLove fan concert last Sunday, August 10, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.