Anne Curtis’ “It’s Okay Not To Be Okay” teaser sparks fan frenzy; “Mia Hernandez” character arrives

• Anne Curtis stars as Mia Hernandez in the Filipino adaptation of "It's Okay Not To Be Okay," marking her much-awaited return to teleserye acting

• The series will premiere on Netflix this Friday, July 18, 2025, with subsequent releases on iWantTFC, Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, A2Z, and TV5

• The adaptation, also starring Joshua Garcia and Carlo Aquino, aims to infuse a distinct Filipino sensibility into the original's themes of healing and trauma, with Anne Curtis even curating her character's wardrobe to reflect a "Filipino soul"

• Social media reactions to the teaser were largely positive, expressing immense anticipation for the show, praising Anne Curtis's portrayal and the chemistry with Joshua Garcia, and highlighting the emotional depth of the upcoming series

Star Creatives has unveiled a compelling teaser featuring Anne Curtis as Mia Hernandez in the much-anticipated Filipino adaptation of the acclaimed South Korean drama, "It's Okay Not To Be Okay."

The brief yet impactful clip, shared across social media platforms, has ignited a wave of anticipation as the series prepares for its advance premiere on Netflix this Friday, July 18, 2025.

The teaser offers a glimpse into Anne’s portrayal of Mia Hernandez, the adaptation's counterpart to the original's complex children's book author, Ko Mun-yeong.

Known for her distinct and often emotionally detached demeanor, Mia's character is central to the narrative, delving into themes of healing, trauma, and unconventional love.

This role marks Anne's much-awaited return to the teleserye format, a comeback that fans have eagerly anticipated.

The Philippine adaptation centers on Mia Hernandez's intertwined journey with Patrick Gonzales, a dedicated caregiver in a psychiatric ward played by Joshua Garcia, and his older brother, Matthew Gonzales, portrayed by Carlo Aquino, who is on the autism spectrum.

The series promises to explore how these three individuals confront their deep-seated emotional wounds and navigate a path toward healing and self-discovery.

Beyond its Netflix debut, the series is also slated for release on other local platforms, including iWantTFC on July 19, and will air on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, A2Z, and TV5 starting July 21.

This multi-platform release strategy aims to make the adaptation widely accessible to Filipino audiences.

The production, spearheaded by director Mae Cruz-Alviar, reportedly seeks to infuse a distinctly Filipino sensibility into the beloved narrative while honoring the original's core essence.

Reports indicate that Anne herself played a role in curating her character's wardrobe, aiming to blend the original's high-fashion aesthetic with a "Filipino soul."

Carlo Aquino also reportedly immersed himself in learning about his character's condition, choosing not to watch the original to ensure a unique interpretation.

The social media posts introducing Anne as Mia Hernandez quickly became a focal point for public discussion.

A significant portion of the comments expressed overwhelming excitement and praise. Viewers articulated their anticipation, with many stating, "SO EXCITED!!!!!", "Queen is back 😍", and "Caaaaaan't waaaait huhu."

The emotional depth hinted at in the teaser resonated with many, prompting remarks such as "omg feel ko na ung iyakan na manyayari!!" and affirming the adaptation's potential to evoke similar emotions to the original: "Ms @annecurtissmith take on Ko Mun-yeong doesn’t just mimic, it transforms. It may be a different version, but the emotions still hit the heart of the original."

The chemistry between Anne and Joshua also became a trending topic, with numerous comments affirming their pairing: "Galing ni Joshua and Anne!!!! Sino nagsabi na wala chemistry eh kinikilig na nga ako noooow ❤️❤️❤️" and "JoshAnne malakas Chemistry 😍😍😍."

Some comments also reflected anticipation for the series to top streaming charts, such as "Alam nila number 1 to sa Netflix."

The overall sentiment suggests a high level of engagement and an eager audience ready to embrace this new iteration of a globally cherished story.

As "It's Okay Not To Be Okay" prepares to launch, the public's reaction indicates significant interest in how this Filipino adaptation will reinterpret a narrative celebrated for its exploration of mental health and unconventional relationships.

Anne Curtis-Smith is a Filipino-Australian actress and television host. She began her career at a young age and has since become one of the most influential figures in the Philippine entertainment industry. She gained prominence through various television roles, including appearances in "Hiram," "Maging Sino Ka Man," and "Dyosa." Since 2009, she has been a mainstay host of ABS-CBN's noontime variety show, "It's Showtime."

Recently, the actress paid tribute to the iconic ABS-CBN Tower. In a post on Saturday, July 12, Anne shared a carousel of photos, some of which show her and her fellow “It’s Showtime” hosts posing before the tower. Along with the snaps, Anne bid goodbye to the Millennium Transmitter. The prominent actress, however, underscored that the memories it created from its broadcast will stay.

It can be recalled that recently, it was announced that Anne and Joshua's upcoming series, “It's Okay to Not be Okay,” will soon be available on Netflix. Star Creatives then dropped a poster of the highly-anticipated local adaptation of the hit Korean drama. In the comments section of Star Creatives’ post, a netizen seemed to have questioned Anne and Joshua’s pairing. The actress and celebrity mommy later wrote a calm response.

Source: KAMI.com.gh