Coco Martin turns down K-drama remakes, says he wants to tell original Filipino stories
- Coco Martin revealed he declined offers to star in local adaptations of Korean dramas
- The actor said he prefers to create original Filipino stories that highlight local talent
- He emphasized the importance of preserving Philippine history and culture
- Coco is set to portray Andres Bonifacio in an upcoming 2027 film
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Kapamilya star Coco Martin has chosen to focus on creating original Filipino stories instead of joining the trend of local adaptations of Korean dramas.
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In a recent announcement about his collaboration with director Erik Matti and producer Dondon Monteverde, Coco shared that while he respects Korean works, he prefers projects rooted in Filipino experiences and identity.
"Ang nasa isip namin ay buhayin ang pelikulang Pilipino… alam niyo po ba merong projects na ino-offer sa'kin na bakit hindi ka mag-remake ng Korean, sabi ko, hindi ko sinasabi na, hindi lang ako fan. Nanghihinayang kasi ako sa talento ng mga Pilipino," the actor explained.
Coco added that he wants to develop stories that truly represent the creativity and spirit of the Filipino people.
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“Kung gagawa akong proyekto, dapat gawang akin, ‘yung orihinal, ‘yung ipagmamalaki. Kasi kung sakaling sumikat ang teleserye, alam nating gawang atin ‘yun,” he said.
The actor-director, who is set to portray national hero Andres Bonifacio in a 2027 film, also expressed admiration for the success of the historical movie "Quezon."
He emphasized the need for younger generations to reconnect with their roots.
“Dapat natin ginugunita ito. Dapat lahat ng mga bata, pinag-aaralan ang history at kultura natin. Minsan nakakaligtaan na ito, kung paano na tayo bilang Pilipino,” he shared.
He concluded by saying, “Kailangan natin malaman ang ating history at kung paano tayo nagsimula, sino ang mga bayani natin, lalo na sa nangyayari ngayon, sa politics natin ngayon.”
Coco is currently in a relationship with Julia Montes.
Julia Montes is a famous Filipino actress best known for portraying the role of Clara Del Valle in the remake of the ABS-CBN TV series Mara Clara. In May 2023, Julia and Coco Martin finally admitted they are indeed a couple after years of avoiding the topic.
In the same interview with Karen Davila, Julia said that the strength of her relationship with Coco Martin stems from their shared values, especially their mutual dedication to family and their grandmothers. The actress described Martin as her “knight in shining armor” and “compass” during a personally challenging period, stating he provided essential support when she felt lost and prayed for someone to care for her. She shared that Coco’s unexpected arrival and consistent support were an answer to her prayers, even though she didn't initially realize she was praying for a partner. The interview offers a rare look into the famously private relationship of Julia and Coco, whose 12-year partnership was publicly confirmed by Martin in May 2023.
The actress also shared with Karen Davila that she panicked when Coco Martin first showed interest in her, which caused their early romance to falter. Coco got hurt by Julia’s initial reactions as she often tried to bluff him. Their relationship developed later when they worked together again on another project. The actress described Coco as sweet and thoughtful, even surprising her with a pet dog after she complimented other dogs they saw.
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