Every actor has a role that feels like a turning point and, for Donny Pangilinan, "Tayo Sa Wakas" may just be that chapter. But before stepping into the role of Cisco Serrano, he already played dreamers, lovers, fighters, and young men still figuring life out.
As Donny enters a more mature chapter alongside Belle Mariano in Cathy Garcia-Sampana’s newest romance drama, let’s revisit the roles that shaped his journey before “Tayo Sa Wakas”.
Leonardo in ‘Alamat ng Ano: F3’ (2018)
Early on in his career, Donny showcased his lighter and more comedic side in the online anthology series “Alamat ng Ano”. In the episode “F3”, he played Leonardo, one-third of a trio of campus heartthrobs whose antics revolve around intimidating female student Chunchai (Kira Balinger).
Dave in ‘James and Pat and Dave’ (2020)
Romance quickly took center stage when Donny joined the love triangle of “James and Pat and Dave”. As Dave, the ex-boyfriend of Pat (Loisa Andalio), he finds himself competing with James (Ronnie Alonte) for a second chance at love.
Deib in ‘He’s Into Her’ (2021-2022)
Everything shifted with the teen romcom series “He’s Into Her” where Donny first teamed up with Belle in what would become one of today’s most beloved screen pairings. As Deib, the basketball varsity captain of Benison International School, Donny embodied the campus heartthrob whose world gets unexpectedly shaken by Max (Belle), the outspoken new girl from the province.
Ino in ‘Love Is Color Blind’ (2021)
A more emotionally grounded Donny emerged in “Love Is Color Blind”. Playing Ino, a young man grappling with colorblindness and grief after a tragic accident takes his mother’s life, Donny leaned into a softer, more introspective performance.
With the help of his childhood friend Cara (Belle), Ino slowly rediscovers beauty, art, and healing.
Manny in ‘An Inconvenient Love’ (2022)
In “An Inconvenient Love”, Donny entered more mature territory as Manny, a man navigating an unconventional relationship with Ayef (Belle), knowing from the beginning that their love comes with an expiration date.
Bingo in ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ (2023–2024)
Donny expanded his range further in “Can’t Buy Me Love”, marking the first time he headlined a primetime teleserye. As Bingo, a hardworking and street-smart young man from Binondo, Donny balanced humor, heart, and emotional depth while helping Caroline (Belle) navigate long-buried family secrets.
Matt in ‘How to Spot a Red Flag’ (2024-2025)
Donny returned to romantic comedy in the series “How to Spot a Red Flag” — but with a playful twist! As the charming Matt, he finds himself caught in romantic chaos involving the barista Cha (Belle) and his best friend JR (Jameson Blake).
Liam Roja in ‘Roja’ (2025–2026)
Showing audiences another side of his range, Donny stepped into action-drama territory in “Roja”. As Liam Roja, head chef of the resort La Playa Roja, he joins forces with Olsen (Kyle Echarri) to protect guests and staff when armed men take over the island.
Cisco Serrano in ‘Tayo Sa Wakas’ (2026)
And then comes Cisco Serrano — a role that feels like the culmination of Donny’s evolution onscreen. In “Tayo Sa Wakas”, Donny steps into the shoes of a young creative whose ambition begins to pull him and long-time partner Cheska (Belle) toward different paths.
As Cisco and Cheska set out on a long-promised trip meant to decide the fate of their relationship, the two step into characters navigating love, sacrifice, and choosing whether there is still something left to fight for.
Witness Donny Pangilinan’s next chapter unfold as Cisco Serrano in “Tayo Sa Wakas”, arriving in cinemas on May 27, 2026.
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