Euwenn Mikaell on staying forever young: 'Hindi po ako makakapag mall mag-isa'


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  • Euwenn will portray the role of Rambo Agapito, a 25-year-old man trapped in a 10-year-old body due to his rare condition called panhypopituitarism.


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Euwenn Mikaell (Images courtesy of GMA Sparkle) 

Bringing his charisma and talent to both the TV and film scenes, Kapuso child star Euwenn Mikaell is just getting started.

After receiving awards and recognition for his performance in the GMA film "Firefly," Euwenn is set to star in his first leading role in the upcoming teleserye "Forever Young," premiering on Oct. 21.

During the grand media conference on Oct. 15 at GMA Studio 7 in Quezon City, Euwenn expressed his gratitude for landing his first lead role."Grateful po ako kasi binigyan po ako ng maraming projects, dahil dito," he said.

(I am grateful because I was given many projects because of this)

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The cast of 'Forever Young' 

Euwenn will portray the role of Rambo Agapito, a 25-year-old man trapped in a 10-year-old body due to his rare condition called panhypopituitarism. His growth hormone slows down while his childlike appearance remains.

Despite the circumstances, Rambo remains a devoted son and brother to his adoptive family. He discovers his calling in assisting others and aspires to become a public servant.

When Euwenn was asked whether it was okay for him to stay forever young, the child jokingly said that he wouldn't do anything if he stayed young forever.

"Kung forever young ako, wala akong magagawa. Meron akong curfew, hindi rin po ako makakapagmall mag-isa, kaya gusto ko yung saktong age, mga 20s ganon," Euwenn said.

(If I'm forever young, I can't do anything. I have a curfew, I can't even go to the mall alone, so I want the right age like 20s)

How can Rambo fulfill his goals when he is still young and tiny in the eyes of society? Will he still pursue public service if it can put his loved ones in danger?

“Forever Young” is produced by the GMA Entertainment Group, headed by Senior Vice President Lilybeth G. Rasonable, Vice President for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, Assistant Vice President for Drama Ali Nokom-Dedicatoria, Program Manager Arnel T. Nacario, and Executive Producer Mavic O. Tagbo.

Joining him in the show are Alfred Vargas as Gregory Agapito, Nadine Samonte as Judy Ann Agapito, Rafael Rosell as Albert Vergara, James Blanco as Rigor Peralta.

Adding more depth to the story are two of the country's most respected artists in film and television, Michael De Mesa as Eduardo Malague and Eula Valdes as Esmeralda Vergara.

Also starring in "Forever Young" are Lucho Ayala as Julio Geronimo, Althea Ablan as Raine Agapito, Abdul Raman as Joryl Vergara, Matt Lozano as Orlando Ignacio, Bryce Eusebio as Cliff Mercado, Princess Aliyah as Riley Agapito.

"Forever Young" is produced by the GMA Entertainment Group. The show's creative team comprises Creative Director Aloy Adlawan, Creative Head of Afternoon Prime Des Severino, Creative Consultant Kit Villanueva-Zapata, and Head Writer Renato Custodio Jr.

Writers Tina Samson Velasco and John Roque, Concept Creator Loi Argel Nova, and Brainstormer Jai Shane Cañete.

This extraordinary series is under the helm of esteemed director Gil Tejada Jr. with associate director Rechie Del Carmen.

Catch "Forever Young" from Mondays to Fridays at 4 p.m. on GMA Afternoon Prime.