BANGKOK, Thailand — Marking a major international milestone for Philippine sapphic cinema precisely a decade after its leads first challenged traditional broadcast norms, a prominent local Girls’ Love (GL) feature is taking to the global stage. The romantic comedy “I Fell, It’s Fine” has been officially selected as a featured entry for the 2026 Thailand International LGBTQ+ Film & TV Festival.
The film’s domestic production house, Wide International Film & Entertainment, confirmed that the Glaiza de Castro and Rhian Ramos-led movie will be screened on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the prestigious Paragon Cineplex inside Siam Paragon, Bangkok.
The film represents a long-awaited artistic reunion for the beloved “RaStro” onscreen pairing. The duo first made television history in 2015 when they headlined GMA Network’s premium drama The Rich Man’s Daughter, a groundbreaking project that debuted at a time when domestic network television rarely portrayed queer female relationships:
[ 2015 Legacy Base: The Rich Man's Daughter ] ──► Historic Kapuso drama introduces the "RaStro" sapphic tandem. │ ▼ (The 11-Year Gap) [ Late 2024: The GL Fan Meet Spark ] ──► Screaming fan response at an opening act triggers movie demand. │ ▼ [ April 2026 Nationwide Premiere: "I Fell, It's Fine" ] │ ┌──────────────────────────────────────────────┴──────────────────────────────────────────────┐ ▼ ▼ [ THE ROM-COM PREMISE ] [ THE ADVOCACY VALUE ] • **The Plot Loop:** Follows Anne (de Castro), a guarded, legally • **The Narrative Drive:** De Castro explicitly noted that the married wellness resort owner whose controlled life unravels project reminds the LGBTQIA+ community that their unique when she meets an otherworldly woman named Chicks (Ramos). stories and life challenges matter. • **The Aesthetic Touch:** Directed by box-office filmmaker Sigrid • **The Representation Core:** Fills a massive gap in local mainstream Andrea Bernardo, blending quirky humor with emotional healing blocks. media by treating queer romance with dignity instead of a niche trend.
The romantic comedy evolved from an original concept pitched by producers April Martin and Pauline Mae Publico. To secure complete creative independence and protect the story’s core themes, both actresses took on extensive backend operational roles to help bring the film to life.
[ BEHIND-THE-SCENES PRODUCTION MESH ]
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[ GLAIZA DE CASTRO: INDIE PRODUCER ] [ RHIAN RAMOS: SUPERVISING LOGISTICS ]
• **The Creative Anchor:** Stepped up as a direct co-producer, • **The Structural Oversight:** Managed cross-channel talent
coordinating with Bernardo to ensure the script accurately captured coordination and monitored production values during tight,
genuine sapphic relationship dynamics. on-site location shoots.
• **The Market Focus:** Spearheaded promotional advocacy nights to • **The Ensemble Support:** Backed a stellar supporting cast including
personally connect with the local LGBTQIA+ community before release. Rafael Rosell, Elizabeth Oropesa, and Queenay Mercado.
The film’s selection at the Thailand International LGBTQ+ Film & TV Festival places it at the center of the world’s fastest-growing hub for queer content creation. Thailand has established itself as an entertainment superpower for BL (Boys’ Love) and GL series, making this screening a highly strategic play for the Filipino indie film market.
| Film Timeline Milestones | Released Output & Media Presence | Primary Market Expansion Strategy |
| March 2026 | Red Carpet Premiere at Sinag Maynila | Generated early critical buzz within the domestic independent film circuit. |
| April 4, 2026 | Commercial Nationwide Cinema Run | Expanded reach across major commercial grids, pulling in mainstream audiences through a wide theatrical release. |
| June 6, 2026 | International Screening (Siam Paragon) | Taps into the broader Southeast Asian market. Both Ramos and de Castro will fly out to lead a live audience Q&A session. |
The move marks a major win for director Sigrid Andrea Bernardo, coming right off the heels of her critical success with the drama I’m Perfect, which bagged Best Picture at the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). By shifting gears from heavy drama to a lighthearted, deeply authentic romantic comedy, Bernardo and her lead stars are proving that Philippine cinema can produce diverse, high-value queer narratives capable of captivating international audiences, showing the region that local sapphic stories deserve a permanent spot on the global stage.