When Jeric Raval's name was proposed as one of the actors to portray Mayor Marcos Mamay in his biopic, 'Mamay: The Great Man of Nunungan,' Mayor Mamay didn't hesitate for a moment.

"Nasa top ng list si Jeric. Needless to say, he was the perfect choice. Marami tayong mahuhusay na aktor. Marami tayong pagpipilian, we all unanimously agreed that Jeric was the right actor for the movie," shared Mayor Mamay. He simply smiled when asked about the other actors considered for the role.

Mayor Mamay also personally selected Ara Mina to portray the role of his wife. "Paborito din siya ni Misis. But beyond that, Ara is undeniably one of our finest actresses. Nakipag-bonding din muna siya kay Misis to study yung nuisances niya," he explained.

Teejay Marquez takes on the role of portraying the young Mayor Mamay. "It was challenging to depict my younger self, kase walang paggagayahan si Teejay. We had discussions, and I shared with him what I was like when I was young. With the direction of Direk Neal (Tan), Teejay perfectly captured it," shared the honorable mayor. 

Mayor Mamay led the film crew on a tour of his hometown, visiting key locations relevant to the movie to capture its essence. The production team also enjoyed a lively and enjoyable shoot during their time there.

Reflecting on the experience, Mayor Mamay expressed his satisfaction with the casting process, praising the exceptional talent and professionalism of the entire team. "We have an outstanding cast. Lahat mahuhusay. Lahat ay very professional. The shoot was a breeze. Of course, I'm grateful to our director for his guidance," Mayor Mamay remarked.

While Mayor Mamay has shown interest in the entertainment industry, his dedication to public service remains his foremost priority.

Mayor Mamay recently embarked on a five-day foreign study mission in Thailand, sponsored by Senator Francis Tolentino. Recognizing the significance of this opportunity, Mayor Mamay eagerly delved into the mission's objectives.

The study mission aimed to broaden global perspectives and understanding, particularly in areas conducive to local economic development. Mayor Mamay sought to glean insights from successful governance approaches and practices, foster valuable networks, and explore potential collaboration opportunities.

During his visit, Mayor Mamay engaged in productive discussions with Bangkok's governor, Chadchart Sittipunt, exploring avenues for collaboration between the Philippines and Thailand to promote genuine and sustainable good governance.

At the recent General Assembly of the League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP), Mayor Mamay led the prayers and guided the proceedings as one of the national officers.

With the upcoming showing of 'Mamay: The Great Man of Nunungan' and the demands of his public office, Mayor Mamay happily admits that he's enjoying balancing both worlds.

"Both aspects of my life seem to be intertwined in some ways. Wala po tayong reklamo. I can serve both roles effectively," he said with a smile. 

Mayor Mamay has held prominent roles in various organizations, including as the Executive Adviser of the Actors Guild of the Philippines. 

Additionally, he serves as the National Vice President of the League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) and holds the position of President within the League of Municipalities of the Philippines in the Province of Lanao del Norte.