Casey or Belle? Iñigo Pascual says career come first

Actor-singer Iñigo Pascual is keeping dating rumors at bay as he shifts his attention to rebuilding his career in the Philippines following his return from pursuing opportunities abroad.

After being spotted with Belle Mariano at the New Nocturnals Halloween Ball 2026 in late October, Iñigo once again found himself at the center of romance speculation. His apparent closeness with the actress, along with previous rumors linking him to Cassy Legaspi, has fueled curiosity about his relationship status.

However, the actor appears more interested in getting his career back on track than addressing speculation about his love life.

During TV5’s “Tara Sa Paskong Kapatid” Thanksgiving Party in Taguig City on November 9, Iñigo made it clear that work remains his immediate priority following his return to the country earlier this year.

“Career po muna talaga. Kababalik ko lang din sa Philippines this year. So I really have to focus and make sure I’m doing everything properly,” he said.

Career comes first

Iñigo’s renewed focus comes as he prepares for another major acting project: the Philippine adaptation of the internationally acclaimed television series “The Good Doctor,” which is expected to mark an important milestone in his career.

While his personal life continues to attract attention, Iñigo has previously described Cassy as a “very, very special friend of mine” amid speculation about their closeness. Neither has publicly confirmed being in a romantic relationship.

No pressure on Piolo

Beyond questions about his own love life, Iñigo was also asked about his father, actor Piolo Pascual, and whether he hopes to see him find a new partner.

Rather than encouraging his father to pursue another relationship, Iñigo said the decision should be left entirely to Piolo.

“That’s his life. That’s his heart. My dad is a super sweet person. In God’s perfect timing he may find someone. I think I’m not going to be the one to put pressure on him. For me, no one should be doing that [pressure] to anyone,” he shared.

Piolo, who has generally kept his romantic affairs private, previously admitted that he remains open to the possibility of getting married and having another child.

With a new acting project ahead, Iñigo is focused on rebuilding his career in the Philippines, leaving romance and dating rumors aside as he lets love happen in its own time.