Barbie Forteza, tinawag si Khalil Ramos na ‘ideal leading man’

• Barbie Forteza praised Khalil Ramos and called him the “ideal leading man” during the media conference for their upcoming film “Saving Cherry”
• The actress admired her co-star’s talent and described him as a brilliant performer who takes his craft seriously
• She also commended Khalil for being professional and gentlemanly while working with his fellow actors
• During the conversation, the star also mentioned Gabbi Garcia and described her relationship with Khalil as “goals”

Barbie Forteza had plenty of good things to say about her “Saving Cherry” leading man, Khalil Ramos.

During the film’s media conference, the actress openly praised Khalil not only for his acting skills but also for the way he carries himself while working.

In a Facebook Reel from the event, Barbie described her co-star in simple but meaningful words.

“Si Khalil is the ideal leading man,” she said.

The actress also jokingly expressed her happiness over having a good leading man. However, she did not single out or criticize any of her previous co-stars in the provided excerpt.

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Barbie then shifted her attention to Khalil’s ability as an actor. She described him as a “brilliant actor” and said she particularly enjoys working with performers who genuinely love what they do.

For the actress, that passion for the craft is an important quality in a co-star.

“He is also an actor’s actor,” Barbie said.

She explained that she appreciates performers who understand their work and remain eager to deliver a good performance. Her remarks showed that she values dedication and a strong work ethic when collaborating on a project.

Aside from Khalil’s talent, Barbie also highlighted how he behaves behind the scenes.

“Yung napaka-professional, napaka-gentleman,” she said.

The actress further described her co-star as a decent and respectable person.

Her comments came as she and Khalil promote their upcoming Regal Entertainment movie “Saving Cherry.” The two play opposite each other in the film. Their involvement in the project had already been confirmed when the movie was announced, while GMA News previously reported that the pair filmed a wedding scene for the project.

The conversation also turned to Khalil’s longtime girlfriend, Gabbi Garcia. Barbie had kind words for the couple and expressed her appreciation for their relationship.

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“Goals talaga sila!” she remarked.

Gabbi and Khalil have been together for several years. As recently as January 2026, GMA Network still referred to Gabbi as the actor’s longtime girlfriend when reporting on her birthday message for him.

Barbie Forteza (born Barbara Ambas Forteza) is a highly acclaimed Filipina actress, host, and commercial model widely recognized as GMA Network's "Kapuso Primetime Princess." She has earned widespread acclaim and numerous local and international accolades for her compelling leading roles in major television series, including The Half Sisters, Maria Clara at Ibarra, and Pulang Araw.

In another report, Barbie Forteza said she has no intention of leaving the entertainment industry despite spending nearly two decades in showbiz. The Kapuso actress shared that she is now embracing more mature roles while continuing to refine her image and career direction. Although she considers the success of Maria Clara at Ibarra as one of the highlights of her career, she remains focused on long-term stability and personal growth. Barbie also revealed that acting has always been her dream, and quitting has never been an option for her.

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Meanwhile, Barbie Forteza also looked back on an incident in which she walked out of a guest appearance after allegedly experiencing unprofessional treatment from a production team. The actress recalled feeling disappointed after another guest was reportedly given priority despite her earlier call time and lack of sleep due to taping commitments. She emphasized the importance of respecting schedules and avoiding favoritism in the workplace. Barbie added that the host and members of the production staff later apologized for what had happened.

Source: KAMI.com.gh