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McCoy and Yukii on building their chemistry, working with veterans in FPJ’s Batang Quiapo

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Liezel dela Cruz

Unlike most young couples in teleseryes, the tandem of McCoy de Leon and Yukii Takahashi in <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo" target="_blank">FPJ’s Batang Quiapo</a> isn’t all about ‘kilig’ and all things mushy. Instead, they paint the harsh realities of a young romance soused in the consequences of tough decisions. This sounds a bit of a challenge for an experimental pair, but McCoy and Yukii are killing it.In this episode of Kapamilya Chat, they walk us through the process of building their chemistry. Plus, find out what they consider the most fulfilling part of working in <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo" target="_blank">FPJ’s Batang Quiapo</a>.Aware of netizens’ positive feedback about their portrayals, they love reading comments and re-watching their scenes on social media. Yukii often receives sweet words from viewers who see Camille’s worth, which David ignores. On the other hand, McCoy gets ill wishes, and even death threats, from viewers triggered by his perennially miffed on-screen persona. It’s bothering, yes, but he also takes it as validation of his effective portrayal. Besides, he believes that people’s feelings and opinions are beyond his control. “Mahal na mahal ko si David,” uttered McCoy, who considers David one of the most remarkable characters he’s done. Playing ‘kontrabida’ is new territory for McCoy. And in playing David, his main goal was to make the character as realistic as possible. After all, <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo" target="_blank">FPJ’s Batang Quiapo</a> is all about mirroring realities. McCoy and Yukii didn’t know their characters’ journey will unfold this way. Without a script, they are also curious as to what will come next for David and Camille. The good thing is they’re always ready for challenges.McCoy flashbacked, “No’ng pumasok ‘yung Batang Quiapo, nagkataon na gusto ko mag-portray ng ibang tao. Kaya in-apply ko lang ‘yun as David. Sabi ko, wala dapat ako ipapakita na nakita na dati.” He also listens to Coco Martin’s pointers, as he becomes more confident knowing that Coco trusts him well.Incredibly, Yukii was told at first that she’s only a guest star, an additional character in the campus setting. But then again, due to the positive feedback, Camille evolved into a bigger character, giving Yukii a regular stint in the series. The TikTok superstar said she’s proud to be part of the teleserye that sheds light on important and real social issues. In that way, she becomes a representation of girls who resonate with Camille’s experiences. She’s able to warn young people to be mindful of the consequences of their adulating decisions.Besides the opportunity to impart realizations, fulfillment also comes from being able to work with screen veterans. As McCoy puts it, acting opposite the likes of Charo Santos and Cherry Pie Picache is part of his core memory as an actor.He also finds fulfilment in expressing his real emotions through David’s character, “Kasi sa totoong buhay, tahimik lang at hindi naman talaga ako masabi na tao. Doon ko lang nailalabas.”On building their chemistry, they admitted that it was challenging at first, as they haven’t known each other before this project. Especially for the neophyte Yukii, shooting without a script is extra challenging. That being said, she credits McCoy for being a supportive co-actor.“Sobrang okay niya katrabaho. And as matagal na nga siya sa industry, as mas nakakatanda sa akin, nag-advice talaga siya sa akin kung ano ‘yung pwede kong ibigay,” she shared, prompting McCoy to react that he trusts her potential as well.He added, “Mahirap din sa part namin kasi kadalasan ‘pag pinartner ang babae sa isang lalaki, madalas loveteam, masaya, kilig. Ito kasi, kailangan namin ibato ‘yung sinasalamin ng isang toxic na relationship.”Asked what viewers should watch for in the coming episodes, they revealed that even they are clueless because they don’t follow a script, “Pagdating sa set, doon lang namin nalalaman ‘yung istorya.” But one thing is for sure: both David and Camille will trigger viewers with their unwise decisions.Catch <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo" target="_blank">FPJ’s Batang Quiapo</a>, weeknights, on <a href="http://kapamilyachannel.com/" target="_blank">Kapamilya Channel</a>, <a href="http://kapamilyaonlinelive.com" target="_blank">Kapamilya Online Live</a>, TV5, and A2Z.

McCoy de Leon and Yukii Takahashi share interesting stories about their work in FPJ’s Batang Quiapo. 