Jodi Sta. Maria, may hindi inaasahang sinabi tungkol kay Sanya Lopez
- Jodi Sta. Maria openly praised Sanya Lopez for her talent and professionalism in their film “Midnight Girls”
- Sanya admitted she felt shy after hearing rumors that Jodi personally chose her for the movie
- Jodi said many people recognize Sanya’s abilities except Sanya herself
- The Kapamilya actress thanked Sanya for bringing positivity and happiness to their workplace
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Jodi Sta. Maria openly expressed her admiration for fellow actress Sanya Lopez during their appearance in Rec.Create’s Lie Detector Game on YouTube, where the two stars talked about working together in the upcoming film “Midnight Girls.”
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The movie is directed by Irene Villamor, who is known for acclaimed projects such as The Loved One and Sid & Aya.
During the interview, Sanya became candid about hearing rumors that Jodi personally chose her to become part of the film. The Kapuso actress admitted that she even messaged Jodi because she was unsure whether the story was true.
“Sa totoo lang nag-message ako kay Ate Jodi, kasi hindi ko alam kung totoo ito or hindi, si Ate Jodi raw 'yung pumili sa akin para makasama dito sa pelikulang na 'to,” Sanya shared.
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“And, sasabihin ko ba kay Ate Jodi? Magti-thank you na ba ako agad e, nahihiya ako,” she added.
Sanya also expressed how honored she felt after learning that she had been chosen for the project despite coming from another television network.
“Medyo huling-huli na 'to. Nakakatuwa na of course si Miss Jodi Sta. Maria 'yung napili ako from other network pa. May kakayahan pa siya pumili ng mas higit pa sa akin,” Sanya said.
Jodi quickly interrupted her co-star and immediately disagreed with what Sanya said about herself.
“Ano ka ba? Alam mo kasi, sorry, ika-cut kita,” Jodi responded.
The Kapamilya actress then explained that many people already recognize Sanya’s talent, except Sanya herself.
“Kasi si Sans, magaling siya. Lahat nakikita 'yun puwera 'yung sarili niya. So, kailangan mo siya laging i-affirm, laging mong kailangan i-remind siya,” Jodi said.
Jodi clarified that her intention was not to make Sanya conceited but to help remind her of her abilities and value as an actress.
“Hindi dahil sa gusto [ko] palakihin 'yung ulo niya, but, kailangan lang niya ma-remember 'yung ano 'yung kaya mong gawin. Kung ano 'yung value mo, na magaling ka!” she explained.
Aside from praising Sanya’s talent, Jodi also thanked her co-star for bringing positivity to the set of “Midnight Girls.”
“Thank you for making the workplace a happy place. Salamat. And of course, I would love to work with you again,” Jodi added.
Their heartfelt exchange quickly gained attention online, with many netizens praising the sincerity, humility, and supportive friendship shared by the two actresses despite coming from different networks.
Jodi Sta. Maria is a Filipino actress known for her versatility and long-standing success in the entertainment industry. She first rose to fame through the teen drama Tabing Ilog and later became one of the country’s most respected actresses. Among her most notable projects are Be Careful With My Heart and The Broken Marriage Vow. Beyond acting, Jodi also balances her studies, career, and responsibilities as a devoted mother to her son, Thirdy, earning admiration from many fans and supporters throughout the years.
In another report, Jodi Sta. Maria opened up during her guest appearance on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda about the emotional depth of the film Midnight Girls, which follows the lives of four women trying to survive in Japan. The cast reportedly underwent immersion at a bar in Nagoya to better understand their roles and the realities faced by their characters. Jodi described the experience as emotionally challenging and demanding. She also praised co-star Sanya Lopez for her talent and kindness behind the scenes.
Meanwhile, Jodi Sta. Maria also revealed that the cast of Midnight Girls worked at an actual Japanese omise as part of their immersion for the movie. Together with co-stars Sanya Lopez, Jane Oineza, and Loisa Andalio, they experienced firsthand what it was like to interact with real customers who had no idea they were famous actresses. Jodi admitted the situation was nerve-racking but shared that the experience helped them better understand the emotions and realities faced by women working in that environment.
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