David Licauco and Ashtine Olviga find chemistry in ‘Fight for My Way’ adaptation

November 3 ------ David Licauco and Ashtine Olviga are bringing their brand of acting to the Filipino adaptation of the hit 2017 Korean series “Fight for My Way.” Working together on the Viva One project for the first time, the actors said they have developed a natural onscreen chemistry through growing familiarity and mutual respect.

Directed by Crisanto B. Aquino, the series follows Aira (Olviga) and Hanz (Licauco), childhood best friends for more than two decades, as they support each other while navigating adulthood and pursuing dreams they put on hold. McCoy de Leon and Aubrey Caraan complete the main cast as Manny and Sally.

With fans expressing excitement over their pairing before the premiere, Licauco and Olviga are determined to meet expectations.

“I’m grateful and thankful for the love that we are receiving from people, especially because our pairing for this project was so unexpected. The love we’ve received motivates us to push ourselves further and do better in our work. We’re also very thankful to our supporters because they continue to show their support not only for us individually but for the show itself,” Olviga said during the series’ press conference.

“There’s pressure, in a sense, because even before the release of the show, there are already supporters, and that’s because your fans are very engaging. Our responsibility is to do well in the show, so we’re really giving our best,” Licauco said.

The actors also praised each other’s professionalism. Olviga described Licauco as a considerate co-star who gives her room to work through challenging scenes. “I really appreciate David because I’ve noticed that he’s very patient and understanding. Sometimes I struggle, but he never makes me feel like I’m taking too much time or holding him back. He doesn’t make me feel pressured, and I appreciate that about him,” she said.

Licauco, in turn, spoke highly of Olviga’s preparation and attitude toward work. “She comes on set prepared, memorizes her lines and is kind to everyone. She’s a nice person and a good actress. You don’t feel like she’s an actress because of how she treats the people around her,” Licauco said of Olviga. Although Aquino initially wondered how their contrasting acting styles would work together, their first scene eased his concerns. “I immediately felt that it would work,” he said.

Source: manilatimes.net