Andres Muhlach embraces “surreal” experience playing father’s iconic role in "Bagets the Musical"

• Andres Muhlach steps into his father Aga Muhlach’s legendary role as Adie in "Bagets The Musical"
• The young actor alternates the lead role with Mico Hendrix Chua
• Aga offered no specific advice but expressed full support for his son’s stage debut
• Andres says the biggest challenge is recreating the joy and impact of the 1980s classic for a live audience

For Andres Muhlach, taking on the role of Adie in "Bagets The Musical" is more than just an acting opportunity—it’s a legacy moment.

Meeting the press for the first time since his casting, the young actor admitted he’s still processing the idea of portraying the same character that launched his father, Aga Muhlach, to stardom in the 1984 classic film "Bagets."

“It’s a surreal feeling, honestly. It’s really a full circle moment for me because my dad started his career as Adie in "Bagets," and now I’m blessed I get the chance to play his character din Adie in "Bagets." So it’s surreal talaga,” Andres said during the show’s media conference.

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Andres will alternate the role with Mico Hendrix Chua.

When asked if Aga offered any advice, Andres shared, “Sa advice naman wala masyado but he’s just overall excited for me and he wants to see how all of us as a cast are gonna do this show together.”

He also discussed the difference between stage and screen acting.

“Coming from film or TV, the requirements really are a lot different now,” he said, noting the intensive workshops and preparations for the musical.

Reflecting on the film’s cultural impact, Andres said, “I think the biggest challenge … is trying to bring that reason why people enjoyed it back in the ’80s to the theatrical stage now.”

Aga Muhlach is a veteran actor and endorser from the Philippines. He rose to fame after he featured in the 1986 hit film, 'Bagets'. He also has lead roles in highly successful films like 'Sana Maulit Muli', 'Bakit Labis Kitang Mahal' and 'Miracle in Cell No. 7'. He married beauty queen Charlene Gonzalez on May 28, 2001. They have two children – twins Andres and Atasha. Both are already making it big in the showbiz industry.

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In a previous report by KAMI, Aga Muhlach called out his son, Andres, even when there were press people around. The premier actor asked his son to take out the chewing gum while talking to the press. Andres obediently obliged and placed the gum in a tissue, as could be seen in the video uploaded by PikaPika. Many netizens commended the act of Aga, praising him for disciplining his children.

Earlier, Atasha Muhlach expressed her love to her dad, Aga Muhlach, on his birthday with a heartfelt message. In her Instagram post, she shared throwback photos and screenshots of conversations showing their closeness. Her post is indeed filled with gratitude and love, gaining a response from Aga. Many netizens were also moved by Atasha's thoughtful and heartfelt message for her father.

Source: KAMI.com.gh