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Vhong Navarro and Bea Alonzo to star in new Erik Matti film

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<p>Actor and TV host Vhong Navarro took to social media on Friday, June 21, to share exciting news about a new movie he&#x27;s set to do with actress Bea Alonzo. </p><p>The film reunites Vhong with director Erik Matti, who helmed his 2004 comedy film <em>Gagamboy</em>.</p><p>In an Instagram post, Vhong shared a snapshot featuring himself, Bea, and veteran actors Joey Marquez and Joel Torre, along with Erik Matti. </p><p>“Finally! Madi-direk ulit ni Direk Erik Matti since <em>Gagamboy.</em> Maraming salamat sa tiwala! Excited na ako, Direk!” Vhong captioned his post, expressing his excitement about working with the director again after nearly two decades.</p><div><br/></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C8eMsQNyLxO/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=524&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A517367.40000003576%2C%22ls%22%3A517245.10000002384%2C%22le%22%3A517246.40000003576%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="587" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Fans quickly took to the comments to share their enthusiasm for the upcoming project. </p><p>One fan wrote, “Congrats sir!!! Excited na kami. 😍”</p><p>Another commented, “Uyyyy! comeback! ❤️🙌🏻,”</p><p>while a third added, “Congrats Kuya Vhong! Exciting 😍❤️🙏”</p><p>Erik Matti also posted a similar photo on his social media accounts, saying, “Nagkita kita lang. Nagkuwentuhan. Nagkamustahan. Masaya! Next time ulit, Vhong, Tsong, Joel, and Bea!” </p><div><br/></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-1" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C8d2cfGyCS4/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=524&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A517375.60000002384%2C%22ls%22%3A517245.10000002384%2C%22le%22%3A517246.40000003576%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="706" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-1" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Vhong&#x27;s last film was <em>Mang Kepweng: Ang Lihim ng Bandanang Itim</em>, which was part of the Metro Manila Film Festival in 2020. The movie showcased his comedic talent and reaffirmed his status as a beloved figure in Philippine cinema.</p><p>Bea, meanwhile, continues to expand her impressive portfolio. She will be the lead star in a new show, <em>Widows&#x27; War</em>, alongside Carla Abellana.</p><p>Erik, known for his critically acclaimed films like <em>On the Job</em> (2013) and <em>Buy Bust</em> (2018), was recently selected to be part of the jury for this year&#x27;s International Emmy Awards. His involvement in such a prestigious role underscores his standing in the global film community. </p><div><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2024/6/9/erik-matti-joins-jury-for-2024-international-emmy-awards-1104"><strong>Read: Erik Matti joins jury for 2024 International Emmy Awards</strong></a><strong></strong></div><p>In February, Erik announced another collaboration with actress Anne Curtis for an upcoming film.</p><div><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2023/8/28/anne-curtis-kicks-off-training-season-for-upcoming-film-with-erik-matti-944"><strong>Read: Anne Curtis kicks off training season for upcoming film with Erik Matti</strong></a><strong></strong></div><p>— By Samantha Prats</p>

<p>Vhong Navarro makes his comeback to the big screen alongside Bea Alonzo for an Erik Matti film.</p>

Vhong Navarro makes his comeback to the big screen alongside Bea Alonzo for an Erik Matti film.