Kim Molina sparks ‘Zsazsa Zaturnnah’ comeback buzz after reunion with creative team

“Zsazsa Zaturnnah Ze Muzikal” 20th anniversary revival heats up as Kim Molina-Napoles meets Chris Cahilig and Vincent de Jesus, fueling casting speculation.

Actress-singer Kim Molina-Napoles has sparked speculation among theater fans after sharing a photo with Wishbone Collective president Chris Cahilig and composer-musical director Vincent de Jesus, fueling rumors that she may be reprising the title role in the upcoming 20th anniversary staging of “Zsazsa Zaturnnah Ze Muzikal.”

The post comes shortly after auditions for the landmark production concluded, prompting fans to wonder if casting decisions are already being finalized behind the scenes.

Neither Wishbone Collective nor the production team has announced any casting choices, but the timing of the meeting has not gone unnoticed by theater enthusiasts. Molina-Napoles famously played Zsazsa Zaturnnah in the musical’s 2023 revival, earning praise for her vocal performance, comedic timing, and heartfelt portrayal of the iconic superheroine.

Her possible return would be a major development for fans of the cult musical, which is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary with a new production directed by Chris Millado.

Originally created by Carlo Vergara as a graphic novel and adapted for the stage by Chris Martinez, “Zsazsa Zaturnnah Ze Muzikal” has become one of the most beloved original Filipino musicals ever staged. The production is known for its blend of camp comedy, fantasy, spectacle, and groundbreaking queer representation.

The musical follows Ada, a timid gay beautician who transforms into the superheroine Zsazsa Zaturnnah after swallowing a mysterious stone. Along the way, audiences encounter alien queens, Amazonista warriors, romance, and a journey of self-discovery that has resonated with generations of theatergoers.

The anniversary production marks the return of Martinez as playwright and Vincent de Jesus as composer, lyricist, and musical director. Auditions for principal and ensemble roles were held earlier this month and attracted a large number of aspiring performers.

For now, Molina-Napoles’ reunion with members of the creative team remains open to interpretation. But with auditions already wrapped and excitement for the anniversary production continuing to build, fans are eagerly awaiting official casting announcements.

Until then, one question continues to linger: Is Kim Molina-Napoles preparing to become Zsazsa Zaturnnah once again?