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Charo Santos looks back on first role as she reflects on acting journey

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E. Kristhoff Cagape

<p>Kapamilya actress and executive Charo Santos took a trip down memory lane and reminisced about her first acting role in the industry.</p><p>On her Instagram page, Charo shared snapshots from when she starred in her first acting project.  </p><p>&quot;Reflecting on my first role in <em>Itim</em> and now embracing the upfront spirit of <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo"><em><strong>Batang Quiapo</strong></em></a>, my career has been a tapestry of diverse and powerful stories,&quot; she posted on social media.</p><p>&quot;Always grateful for the opportunity to act and play these roles!&quot; the Kapamilya star added.</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C8vsrOQvJGi/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=506&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A175998.90000000037%2C%22ls%22%3A175947.09999999963%2C%22le%22%3A175947.09999999963%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="572" 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></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p><em>Itim</em> is a supernatural horror drama film in 1976 directed by Mike de Leon. The film follows the story of a young photographer named Jun (Tommy Abuel) who visits his father&#x27;s hometown where he encounters a mysterious woman named Teresa (Charo).</p><p>Charo is currently starring in the hit Kapamilya primetime series<em> </em><a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo"><em><strong>FPJ&#x27;s </strong></em><em><strong>Batang Quiapo</strong></em></a><em><strong></strong> </em>which she headlines alongside Coco Martin. In the series, Charo plays the role of Tindeng.</p><p>The June 26 episode of the television series drew over half a million concurrent views online which featured Charo&#x27;s intense confrontation scene with the character of Mercedes Cabral named Lena. Following the episode, Charo shared the behind-the-scenes on social media.</p><p>&quot;Ang sabunutan nina Tindeng at Lena na nauwi sa tawanan at yakapan sa <em>Batang Quiapo.</em> Swipe for proof!&quot; she posted.</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-1" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C8rbFJNvkpq/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=506&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A176010.5%2C%22ls%22%3A175947.09999999963%2C%22le%22%3A175947.09999999963%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="746" 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></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>Charo is also set to headline a movie with Dingdong Dantes. Filming of the project recently wrapped up as announced by film director Irene Villamor.</p><p>&quot;Making this movie is an unforgettable journey! After 6 years of waiting, the stars have aligned! Thank you Direk Irene @ayrin for your heartwarming gratitude, and for every moment shared,&quot; Charo said as she commented on an Instagram post by Irene who shared snapshots from their final day of shoot.</p><div><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2024/5/24/charo-santos-shares-photos-from-her-beauty-queen-days-1539"><strong>READ: Charo Santos shares photos from her beauty queen days<br/></strong></a></div><p>The Kapamilya star also expressed her gratitude to the cast and crew of the movie.</p><p>&quot;To my co-actors, staff, crew, and producers- your belief, hard work and dedication made this dream possible. And, to my leading man , @dongdantes , my deepest thanks for this beautiful film. Here’s to all the waiting, the odds, and the magic we created together!&quot; she stated.</p>

<p>Charo Santos takes to social media to reflect on her acting journey in the industry. </p>

Charo Santos takes to social media to reflect on her acting journey in the industry.

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Charo Santos looks back on first role as she reflects on acting journey

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Published June 29, 2024 10:14 AM PHT

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