Netizens showered Jillian Ward with praise after a behind-the-scenes clip from My Ilonggo Girl showcased her dedication to a challenging scene.
According to a report by 24 Oras, the clip revealed Jillian being held mid-air by the production staff while filming an intense confrontation scene. Fans were quick to commend her performance, with comments like, “Ang galing talaga ni Jillian Ward!” and “Galing! Congrats!” flooding social media.
Jillian expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support. “Masaya po ako kasi ibig sabihin nun, marami pong nanonood, maraming natutuwa sa show namin,” she shared, adding that she feels incredibly blessed.
Her co-star, Michael Sager, also acknowledged the viewers’ support and the show’s strong ratings.
More Surprises Ahead
Jillian teased that fans can expect more emotional moments, particularly in an upcoming scene that felt deeply personal. “Parang goodbye ‘yung eksena, tapos parang malapit siya sa real-life scenario namin,” she revealed, adding that she saw Michael’s genuine kindness during the shoot.
Michael echoed her sentiments, saying, “When we did the scene, I was looking into Jill’s eyes, and naramdaman ko talaga na I should cherish this moment. If this is our only project together, I really enjoyed it, and it’s my way of saying thank you.”
Star-Studded Cast & Airing Schedule
Aside from Jillian and Michael, My Ilonggo Girl features Myrtle Sarrosa, Arra San Agustin, Lianne Valentin, Empoy Marquez, Teresa Loyzaga, Arlene Muhlach, Richard Quan, Andrea Del Rosario, Vince Maristela, and Geo Mhanna.
The show airs Mondays to Thursdays at 9:35 PM on GMA Prime, following Mga Batang Riles.