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Julia, Joshua give it their all in exclusive ‘Un/Happy For You’ behind-the-scenes

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By Humility Javier

<p>Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia have been making waves — both locally and <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/unhappy-for-you-to-screen-internationally-in-australia-new-zealand-us-canada-and-more-23107">internationally</a> — since the premiere of their reunion film “Un/Happy For You” which has reaped <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/unhappy-for-you-breaks-records-with-p205-million-on-opening-day-23055">box office success</a> and warmly embraced by fans.</p><p>In their highly anticipated movie, Julia and Joshua play ex-lovers Zy and Juancho, who are brought back to each other’s orbits years after a messy breakup. While Julia and Joshua have kept a fun and light dynamic since their <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/julia-barretto-joshua-garcia-to-star-as-real-to-reel-life-exes-in-comeback-movie-unhappy-for-you-22172">first look test</a> and <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/joshua-garcia-julia-barretto-laugh-their-hearts-out-in-unhappy-for-you-first-script-reading-22555">script read</a>, their on-screen personas are embroiled in a much more turbulent relationship.</p><p>Curious about how they pulled off such raw and powerful performances? We’ve got the inside scoop! Check out our behind-the-scenes compilation where we spotlight our top five favorite moments of Julia and Joshua really <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/joshua-garcia-julia-barretto-reunite-with-a-spicy-twist-as-exes-in-unhappy-for-you-trailer-22783">pouring their hearts</a> into their roles.</p><p>From emotional confrontations to personal growth, these clips show just how dedicated they were to bringing Zy and Juancho to life.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>1. Julia kept the emotional intensity high while actively seeking clarification on script continuity from the crew.</strong></div><div><br/><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BgsG1MzkmDM?si=OKTEnvkfWSAR-Xb1" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>2. Joshua was still in tears even after Director Petersen Vargas yelled “Cut!” during that gut-wrenching rain scene with Ketchup Eusebio and veteran actor Nonie Buencamino.</strong></div><div><br/><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XQSrQtZQ1Bs?si=H_g91Fce9j3uKLse" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>3. In a drinking scene with Aljon Mendoza and Ketchup, Joshua downed that bottle of beer like a pro, not missing a beat.</strong></div><div><br/><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KvbUgpQ8tCk?si=SuK5zvGdXfUyKmKj" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>4. Julia totally nailed the youthful vibe of a younger Zy by bringing a fresh and lively energy to her character that was hard to miss.</strong></div><div><br/><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/njl1CxoCV3Y?si=ehTIt6msjW3WdQVS" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>5. This powerful moment when Julia and Joshua reminisce about their past... err, we mean their characters’ past!</strong></div><div><br/><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/HT05ZLKOg9o?si=l5syYufFlMieAEDa" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>All these behind-the-scenes moments of Joshua and Julia just make us appreciate their performance in the film even more. Catch “<a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/unhappy-for-you-23158">Un/Happy For You</a>” in cinemas now, still showing on its fourth week!</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>RELATED VIDEOS:</strong></div><div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bFC9sSIk_cc?si=9CFNTWF82O4IfSOr" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe><br/><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jJiBYuHjd3o?si=kn7zJynw7jyeeb3w" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>RELATED STORIES:</strong></div><div><a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/fans-cheer-for-joshua-garcia-julia-barretto-on-unhappy-for-you-premiere-night-23045">Fans cheer for Joshua Garcia, Julia Barretto on &#x27;Un/Happy For You’ premiere night</a></div><div><a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/starcinema/articles-news/joshua-garcia-julia-barretto-praised-by-celebs-viewers-for-heart-wrenching-performances-in-unhappy-for-you-23180">Joshua Garcia, Julia Barretto praised by celebs, viewers for heart-wrenching performances in ‘Un/Happy For You’</a></div>