Jericho Rosales to play 'Quezon', Karylle as his First Lady

Actor Jericho Rosales has been named by TBA Productions to play the titular role in the much-awaited Quezon film.

On their official Facebook page, TBA Productions announced the news with a 20-second video featuring the actor in character.

Recently, several other stars also confirmed their involvement in the film, including Mon Confiado, who will return as the late President Emilio Aguinaldo. In addition, actress and TV host Karylle announced on social media that she will be part of the project.

“What an honor to be playing First Lady Aurora Quezon in @tbastudiosph’s Quezon,” Karylle captioned her post on Tuesday.

As the announcement was made official, Karylle also revealed her character’s role as Doña Aurora, the wife of Quezon.

“Thank you for this amazing opportunity, TBA Studios. I’m so excited to be working with all of you,” she said.

In her post, the actress and TV host shared some of her research while visiting a library in Singapore.

“Sharing my library day in Singapore as I did my initial research. Can you imagine my surprise when I found photos of Doña Aurora in my favorite photo spot at White Cross Children’s Home, where she served as honorary president? I have been a volunteer in the community since my bestie @mzhappy258’s debut at the home when we were 18. Another photo, coincidentally, was taken where we shot spiels for my White Cross podcast episode for K’s Drama,” she explained.

“I also found my old Red Cross pin, gifted to me many years ago after volunteering. It seemed meant to be, as Doña Aurora also served in the Red Cross,” she added.

The film will chronicle the life of Manuel L. Quezon, a lawyer, soldier, and the first President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines (1935-1944). It will delve into his tumultuous presidential campaign against former President Emilio Aguinaldo and his leadership during a pivotal time in Philippine history.

TBA Studios continues to expand its Bayaniverse with Quezon, following the box office successes of Heneral Luna and Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral.

Filming is scheduled to begin in March 2025, with an all-star cast and powerhouse director Jerrold Tarog—who co-wrote and directed both Heneral Luna and Goyo—returning to helm Quezon.