As the song says, there’s no one quite like a Filipina. Today, we will talk about well-known Filipino actresses.
Many Filipinos are proud of the film industry in the Philippines. It includes many skilled Filipino actresses who are known not only in the country but also in other places around the World. You can find many reaction videos about these actresses from people in different countries. It shows how Filipino actresses can play many roles and stand out.
Today, we will focus on Filipino actresses who help bring success to the local film industry. We will begin with younger actresses and move on to those with more experience. By the end of this blog, you will see how their skills and presence have made a strong impact.
List of Young and Well-Known Filipino Actresses
Filipinas have different looks, and some people even wonder if they are Asian based on their appearance. Today, many young Filipina actresses are part of major movies and TV shows in the Philippines. Here are a few of them.
Liza Soberano
Liza Soberano, a Filipina actress, is set to appear in her first Hollywood film, playing the role of Taffy in an upcoming American horror comedy. She became well-known after playing the lead role in the TV series Forevermore with her real-life partner, Enrique Gil. Before this, she had already appeared in many shows like Must Be Love, Wansapanataym, Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo, and She’s the One.
When it comes to popular Filipino actresses, Liza Soberano is often mentioned. Her looks are honored even outside the Philippines. She was the only Filipina in the top 10 of TC Candler’s 2019 list of the 100 Most Beautiful Women in the World. Recently, she surprised her fans in the Philippines by joining different shows in South Korea.
Kathryn Bernardo
Kathryn Bernardo is a well-known Filipina actress. She began acting as a child and played younger versions of other actresses, like Marian Rivera in the Filipino version of Endless Love.
She became very famous after playing Mara in the TV series Mara Clara. After that, she starred in many more shows and movies, often with her real-life partner, Daniel Padilla.
Kathryn has also won many awards. She is the only Filipina actress whose two movies—Hello, Love, Goodbye and The Hows of Us (2018)—earned more than ₱800 million each. The Hows of Us is now the highest-earning Filipino film. She received the PMPC Star Awards for Movies and the Box Office Queen Award for her work.
Nadine Lustre
Nadine Lustre, also known by fans as “The President,” is a Filipina singer and actress. She became popular after playing the lead role of Eya Rodriguez in the movie Diary ng Panget, where she starred with her former boyfriend, James Reid.
After that, Nadine took on more lead roles in shows and movies such as On the Wings of Love, Never Not Love You, Ulan, and Indak. She was also part of a Filipino girl group called Pop Girls.
When her love team with James Reid, known as JaDine, ended, many fans were sad. Still, Nadine continued her career. She keeps making music and recently appeared as a judge on Drag Race Philippines.
Julia Montes
Julia Montes is known for her strong acting skills and has become one of the most in-demand actresses in the Philippines.
She started acting as a kid, appearing in TV shows like Goin’ Bulilit. Her big break came when she played Clara del Valle, a spoiled and mean character, in the 2010–2011 remake of Mara Clara. This role helped her become more recognized. She later made her movie debut in the family drama Way Back Home (2011).
Today, Julia Montes is one of the most well-known young actresses in the country. One of her current trending appearances was in the last episode of FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano, where her character reunited with Coco Martin’s character.
Julia Barretto
Julia Barretto is a well-known Filipina actress and part of the famous Barretto family, which has a long background in show business.
She gained more attention after playing the lead role of Anna Calugdan in the TV show Kokey on ABS-CBN. In 2014, she starred in the romance drama series Mirabella, where she played the leading character.
Julia was also part of the popular love team “JoshLia” with her former partner, Joshua Garcia. After taking a break from television, she is now set to appear in a new movie called Expensive Candy, where she stars alongside well-known actor Carlo Aquino.
Janella Salvador
Janella Salvador played the role of Valentina in the Filipino superhero series Darna. Even though Valentina is a villain, many people praise Janella’s performance and say she is the right choice for the role. She took on this role while also being a mother, which impressed many fans.
She started acting in the family series Be Careful with My Heart and later appeared in shows like Oh My G! and So Connected. In The Killer Bride, she showed how much she had grown as an actress, and many viewers liked her performance.
Janella is also a singer. Her mother, Jenine Desiderio, is a known musical theater performer in the West End, and her father, Juan Miguel Salvador, is a songwriter who once led the Rage Band and won an Awit Award. Janella has also recorded songs, including a cover of How Far I’ll Go from Moana.
