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In a recent media conference attended by KrisshRome for their contract signing with Viva, the dynamic love team consisting of Jerome Ponce and Krissha Viaje openly addressed questions about their experiences and challenges, providing a candid look into their journey.

One of the many projects in their pipeline is Viva One’s first-ever horror series, ‘Sem Break,’ featuring beloved pairings from the UniverKada (the cast from ‘The Rain in España’ and ‘Safe Skies, Archer’). This new Viva One Original Series is scheduled to premiere in May 2024.

But before diving into their next project, CinemaBravo, among the invited media, posed questions that delved into the intricacies of their working relationship and how they handle both success and criticism from the get-go of SSA.

Jerome on navigating his role

Jerome, reflecting on the unveiling of the first cast of the Gino M. Santos-directed series ‘Safe Skies, Archer (SSA)’ in October 2023, honestly addressed the challenges he faced in accepting his role despite initial disappointments.

“Ngayon ko lang ishi-share… no’ng first cast reveal, medyo hindi naman ako gano’n ka-energetic—walang energy—and tanggap ko kasi na before that may idea na yung mga tao [kung sino ang gaganap bilang Hiro].

“Pero kailangan nating bumangon, kailangan nating ipagpatuloy, binigay sa ‘yo yung chance e! Ang alam ko lang is sumagot nang honest and gawin yung trabaho ko, at all the way na hanggang sa matapos, minahal ko na lang yung trabaho ko lalo, minahal ko yung istorya kasi natuwa talaga ako sa script, sa book. Yun ang sinabi ko sa kanila.”

(“Only now am I sharing this… during the first cast reveal, I wasn’t that energetic—lacked energy—and I accepted it because before that, people already had an idea [of who would play Hiro].

(But we need to rise, we need to continue, as the chance was given to you! All I knew was to answer honestly and do my job, and all the way until it ends, I just loved my work even more, loved the story because I was genuinely delighted with the script and the book. That’s what I told them.”)

He continued, expressing his resilience despite negative comments, “Little by little, nandoon pa rin yung mga comment na hindi naman talaga ako yung inaasahan nila, hindi ako yung gusto nila. Actually, lahat na [ay] nasabi. [Ang] kailangan ko lang gawin ay gawin ko yung trabaho ko.

“Hindi naman ako pwedeng umatras e! Inisip ko na lang na, [at] the end of the day naman, ako naman pa rin yung magtatapos nitong story na ‘to at ako yung gaganap. Kailangan ko lang talagang maghanap ng ipangkakain sa sarili ko and sa pamilya ko. Kasi trabaho yon [in the] first place.”

(“Little by little, those comments that I’m not really who they expected, not the one they wanted, are still there. Actually, everything has been said. All I need to do is to focus on doing my job.

“I can’t step back! I just thought, at the end of the day, I will be the one to finish this story, and I will be the one portraying it. I just need to find something to eat for myself and my family. Because, after all, it’s my job in the first place.”)

Krissha on embracing feedback

Krissha, on the other hand, revealed her approach to handling criticism: “Tao lang ako so may feelings ako. Sometimes when I read bad comments about me, nalulungkot ako, but I reflect on it if totoo ba. Kumbaga, is it really something that I have to work on.

(“I’m just human, so I have feelings. Sometimes when I read negative comments about me, I get sad, but I reflect on whether it’s true. Like, is it really something I need to work on?

“Pero pag halimbawa yung bashing ay… to make you feel bad, para lang may masabi sila na masama, yon yung mga ini-ignore ko. Pero from people who have concern, kahit mukha siyang bashing, I take it, and then I make sure na I get better.”

“But if it’s bashing, intended to make you feel bad just for the sake of saying something negative, those are the ones I ignore. But when it comes from people who genuinely care, even if it looks like bashing, I take it, and then I make sure to improve.”)

KrisshRome’s promise for each other

The rest of the mediacon offered a unique glimpse into the personal and professional dynamics of KrisshRome as they renew their contract with Viva Artist Agency.

When asked by CinemaBravo what they can guarantee each other moving forward in their careers with Viva, Jerome briefly noted, “Maipapangako ko sa kanya: yung buong-buo, ibibigay ko sa lahat.”

(“This is what I can promise her: My whole, I will give everything.”)

On the other hand, Krissha expressed her unwavering support and constancy in their relationship, affirming, “Kahit ano’ng mangyayari, hindi ako magbabago sa ‘yo. I’ll stay the same. I’ll always be happy for you. Kung sino ako ngayon, hindi ako magbabago.”

(“No matter what happens, I won’t change for you. I’ll remain the same. I’ll always be happy for you. Who I am now, I won’t change.”)

Despite the challenges, the duo remains resilient, driven, and focused on delivering quality work. Their openness in addressing these aspects of their journey showcases their commitment to growth and authenticity.

Beyond their love team

As KrisshRome navigates the intricacies of the entertainment industry, their remarkable journey unfolds. The love team, baptized by fans as KrisshRome, gained immense popularity during the run of SSA, solidifying their commitment with Viva Artists Agency (VAA) in a recent dual signing event. Fans eagerly anticipate seeing more of this dynamic duo in future seasons and new projects.

Jerome, who officially joined VAA in 2023, has swiftly become a sought-after leading man. From portraying the young Ninoy Aquino in Martyr or Murderer (2023) to various TV series like For the Love (2023) and Kung hindi lang tayo sumuko (2023), Jerome’s versatility shines. His upcoming movie, “A Glimpse of Forever,” starring alongside Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Diego Loyzaga, is set to hit theaters on March 6.

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Krissha’s role as Yanna in SSA not only showcased her acting prowess but also revealed her musical talents, with her rendition of one of the series’ OSTs, “Payapang Alapaap.” Before SSA, Krissha impressed audiences in projects like For the Love, Mary Cherry Chua (2023), Greed (2022), and The Rain in España (2023), the first season of The University Series.

Beyond The University Series, KrisshRome enthusiasts can anticipate their upcoming horror series, “Sem Break,” exclusively on Viva One. Scheduled for release in May 2024, this new venture promises to further highlight the duo’s chemistry, bringing a fresh twist to the horror genre.

Despite the success, KrisshRome remains grounded, emphasizing authenticity and growth. The love team of KrisshRome invites fans to stay tuned for more exciting projects, promising a continued rise in their careers with Viva.