The love story that convinced Catriona Gray to say ‘yes’ to acting

For Catriona, the decision to say “yes” to the project was deeply influenced by the opportunity to work under the direction of Irene Villamor, whose emotionally rich storytelling she has long admired. Known for acclaimed romantic films such as “Sid & Aya: Not a Love Story” and “Only We Know,” the director’s creative vision instantly resonated with her.

“I really love her energy, and siguro meron akong feeling that ‘you would really walk me through it,’ and she really did. And of course, when I heard who the other cast was, I was very flattered to be considered as a newbie. So, it was an incredible experience for me,” Catriona shared.

Stepping onto a film set for the first time could have been daunting, but Catriona described the experience as warm, encouraging, and unexpectedly comforting. From the production crew to her co-stars, she felt fully supported throughout the process, a gesture she says made a lasting impression.

“I’m very proud to be a part of this as my first acting stint. But it is a really beautiful story, and I guess that was the biggest reason nag-yes ako,” she added.

Working closely with Jericho and Anne, two of the most respected actors in the industry, made her debut even more meaningful. Catriona expressed deep admiration for their dedication and professionalism, noting how honored she felt to share scenes with them.

“I really respect them both equally in their craft,” she said.