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Before the cameras roll: How the “Miss Behave” stars get ready for taping day

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Kyla Dennise Magbanua

<p>While the teen mystery-drama series &ldquo;<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/7/27/miss-behave-strong-impression-with-exceptional-cast-gripping-narrative-academic-approach-on-romance-0036" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Miss Behave</strong></a>&rdquo; has gripped viewers with its mystery surrounding the leaked images of five female students at State Omni-Standard High School (S.O.S.H.), it&rsquo;s the cast&rsquo;s compelling performances that truly make the <a href="https://app.iwanttfc.com/dFR6MWHAcVb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>iWant Original series</strong></a> a must-watch.</p><p>In this ABS-CBN Studios exclusive, we move beyond the on-screen drama and into the behind-the-scenes world of &ldquo;Miss Behave,&rdquo; as its stars reveal their pre-shoot rituals, from quirky tips and personal routines to the little things they do to stay focused and fully in character.</p><div><br></div><div><iframe width="913" height="543" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jM9r8rmb6mo" title="The pre-shoot rituals of the “Miss Behave&quot; stars | Exclusive" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br></div><p>Lead star Alexa Ilacad (Marla) admitted that she doesn&rsquo;t follow a strict routine before filming&mdash;aside from keeping up with her skincare and staying hydrated. Her main preparation is studying the script. &ldquo;Kada bago umapak sa set, kailangan refreshed &lsquo;yung lines sa isip ko,&rdquo; she said.</p><p>Meanwhile, Andi Abaya (April) swears by her daily caffeine fix, making sure to grab a cup of coffee before taping to keep her energy up. On her way to set, she listens to music that matches her character&rsquo;s vibe before running through her dialogues. She also reminds herself not to overthink and simply enjoy the day.</p><p>Rans Rifol (Daphne), meanwhile, shared her own pre-shoot routine. She gets into character by memorizing her lines, often starting the night before a scheduled shoot. Music also helps her sink deeper into her character, and once on set, she stays quiet to fully internalize her role.</p><p>For LA Santos (Migo), it&rsquo;s also about having the right soundtrack before the cameras roll. &ldquo;I really try to live in my character&rsquo;s shoes&hellip; Kung gusto kong kilalanin &lsquo;yung character ko kung paano siya mag-isip, sa mga emotions niya, I listen to the songs that I made for my character,&rdquo; he explained, noting that the practice helps make his portrayal more authentic.</p><p>Keeping his habits simple, Raven Rigor (Ant) kickstarts his morning with coffee or matcha to get energized, then reviews his scenes after memorizing them the night before. &ldquo;Habang papunta ako sa taping, nagbabasa ako ulit,&rdquo; he shared, admitting that he can be forgetful when nerves set in. He has also ditched the habit of staying up late before taping days so he can arrive on set feeling refreshed.</p><p>For Zach Guerrero (Earl), isolation is the best way to prepare as filming begins. &ldquo;In order for me na ma-absorb &lsquo;yung script, dapat alam ko kung saan ako manggagaling, para alam ko kung paano &lsquo;yung pagbato ko ng lines,&rdquo; he shared, explaining that understanding where his character is coming from helps him deliver his lines more effectively.</p><p>Taking a different route, Akira Morishita (Warren) follows a ritual shaped by the weight of each scene. &ldquo;Kapag mabigat &lsquo;yung eksena, tumatahimik ako sa isang gilid. Besides reviewing my lines sa utak ko, mas nire-review ko kung anong emosyon &lsquo;yung dapat ibigay,&rdquo; the BGYO member shared.</p><p>Drawing from his life as a P-pop idol, Akira also shared how he prepares before stepping on stage as a performer. His routine starts with prayer, followed by stretching and a few reminders&mdash;a practice he has maintained with his fellow BGYO members for years.</p><p>All episodes of &quot;Miss Behave&quot; are now streaming exclusively on <a href="https://app.iwanttfc.com/dFR6MWHAcVb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>iWant</strong></a>, the Home of Filipino Feels. Viewers can stream all its episodes through iWant subscription plans starting at P35 per month in the Philippines, and USD 4.99 per month in the United States* (*promo price until October 31, 2026) and for the rest of the world.</p><p>Enjoy all the feels you want, only on <a href="https://app.iwanttfc.com/dFR6MWHAcVb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>iWant</strong></a>, the largest library of Filipino feels. 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<p>“Miss Behave” stars reveal their pre-shoot rituals, complete with quirky tips and personal routines that keep them locked into character.</p>

“Miss Behave” stars reveal their pre-shoot rituals, complete with quirky tips and personal routines that keep them locked into character.