New faces will grace your Sunday afternoon viewing as Pinoy Dream Academy Season two star dreamer Van Roxas and commercial model/councilor-turned-actor Alex Castro set on their first mini-series on ABS-CBN every Sunday, ‘Your Song presents Maling Akala.’

Both handpicked for their respective roles, Van and Alex share the same passion for music. As they embark on a new field, both are feeling blessed because of the opportunity given to them by the network.

“After Pinoy Dream Academy (season 2), I went back to the States to continue my studies. I took Clinical Nursing Assistance po. But when I learned about the opportunities lined up for me po dito, I asked permission from my mom to come back. Sayang rin po kasi kaya po I grabbed it,” Van shared.

Alex on the other hand expressed his gratitude for the attention given to him by ABS-CBN, “Nagulat po ako nung una. Noong tinawagan po ako hindi ako makapaniwala. First project ko po ito sa ABS-CBN and sobra po ako thankful. First project and si Kim Chiu and Ai-ai Delas Alas agad ang makakasama ko. Blessing po talaga.”

Though busy with show business for he is also part of ABS-CBN’s upcoming musical series, Van still plans to take further studies and eventually take the Licensed Practical Nurse curriculum. Alex on the other hand is busy doing public service as he continues his job as Marilao, Bulacan’s councilor. Alex has been the city’s councilor for 8 years.

Witness how Van and Alex pull it off in ‘Your Song presents Maling Akala,’ every Sunday on ABS-CBN after ASAP XV.

Alex Castro and Van Roxas on the Rise originally appeared on Starmometer on August 6, 2010.

No. 41 – Atom Araullo
(2008 ranking: 77)

No. 42 – John Prats
(2008 ranking: 63)

No. 43 – Xian Lim
(new entry)

No. 44 – Jason Abalos
(2008 ranking: 20)

No. 45 – Van Roxas
(new entry)

Photo Credits: John Prats – Bench; Xian Lim – Metro Magazine; Jason Abalos – Star Studio Magazine.

RP’s Sexiest Men of 2009 – Nos. 41 to 45 originally appeared on Starmometer on March 9, 2009.

11. Enchong Dee – 19 years old
(Young Actor, Young Model, Young Swimmer, Young Endorser)
349 votes

TV Shows:

* Your Song: My Only Hope (2008)
* My Girl (2008)
* Lastikman (2007)
* Star Magic Presents: Abt Ur Luv (2006-2007)
* Pedro Penduko at ang mga Engkantao
* Sineserye Presents: Palimos ng Pag-Ibig (2007)
* Let’s Go (2006)
* Astigs in Haay…School Life

12. Van Roxas – 18 years old
(Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2 5th Placer)
348 votes

TV Show:

* Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2 (2008)

13. Nicole Uysiuseng – 18 years old
(Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition Plus 3rd Teen Placer)
346 votes

TV Show:

* Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition Plus (2008)
* My Girl (2008)

14. Bugoy Drilon – 18 years old
(Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2 2nd Big Placer)
289 votes

TV Show:
* Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2 (2008)

15. Yasmien Kurdi – 19 years old
(Young Actress)
235 votes

TV Shows:

* Saan Darating Ang Umaga (2008)
* Tasya Fantasya (2008)
* Babangon Ako’t Dudurugin Kita (2008)
* Pasan Ko Ang Daigdig (2007)
* Pati Ba Pintig Ng Puso (2007)
* Bitoy’s Funniest Videos (2007)
* Bakekang (2006)
* Fans Kita (2005)
* Hokus Pokus (2005-2007)
* Now and Forever: Tinig (2005)
* Encantadia (2005)
* Love To Love (Season 6): Wish Upon A Jar (2005)
* Joyride (2004)
* Click: Barkada Hunt! (2004)
* SOP Gigsters (2004)
* SOP Rules (2004-present)
* Stage 1: Live! (2004)
* Stage 1: The StarStruck Playhouse (2004)
* Starstruck (2004)

Movies:

* Loving You (2008)
* Bahay Kubo (2007)
* Pitong Dalagita (2006)
* Shake, Rattle and Roll 2k5 (2005)
* Lovestruck (2005)
* Happily Ever After (2005)
* Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita (2004)
* So Happy Together (2004)

RP’s Hottest 20 Under 20 – 11th to 15th Ranking originally appeared on Starmometer on November 2, 2008.