Rocco Nacino is fully immersed in his new role as a villain in the GMA action-drama series 'Hari ng Tondo.' The actor recently revealed how this character has impacted his career choices.
A New Chapter as a Villain
Nacino's character in 'Hari ng Tondo' is the head of a syndicate, bringing challenges to co-stars Dennis Trillo and Ruru Madrid. He expressed his enjoyment of playing such a complex role, stating, "I'm enjoying the role."
Of course, I would like to go back to doing leads. But the freedom to play around with characters, just to explore and be outside of your comfort zone, yun ang nae-enjoy ko rito.
Rocco Nacino, Actor
He noted that his recent haircut is part of his character's transformation, indicating the lengths he is willing to go to for his roles.
- Nacino is set to star in the Cinemalaya International Film Festival entry 'Tirik' from August 6 to 18.
- He has turned down several projects to focus on his villain role in 'Hari ng Tondo.'
Despite the potential backlash from audiences towards villains, Nacino remains unfazed. He believes that memorable performances indicate he is doing his job well.
His commitment to exploring diverse roles marks a significant shift in his career, aligning with a broader trend in Philippine television where complex characters are increasingly embraced.