Jericho Rosales teases his look as filming begins for 'Quezon'

Production is officially underway for Quezon, the highly anticipated biopic that will bring to life the story of Manuel L. Quezon, the first President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines.

TBA Studios announced the start of filming on Tuesday night, 18 March, via a social media post:

"Just kicked off the Quezon film shoot today! Day 1 done, and we're already buzzing with excitement!"

Lead star Jericho Rosales, who plays Quezon, shared his excitement in a behind-the-scenes video, marveling at his personalized working tent filled with plants.

"This is our working tent, they know I love plants. May monstera ako. Oh, this is crazy! Oh, I love the Quezon team. Thank you, thank you," Rosales said.

The film will explore Quezon’s journey as a lawyer, soldier, and leader, highlighting his presidential campaign against Emilio Aguinaldo and his leadership during a crucial period in Philippine history.

Quezon is the latest addition to TBA Studios’ "Bayaniverse", a cinematic series of historical films that includes the critically acclaimed Heneral Luna and Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral. Acclaimed director Jerrold Tarog, who co-wrote and directed both Heneral Luna and Goyo, returns to helm the project.

The ensemble cast includes Mon Confiado as Emilio Aguinaldo, Benjamin Alves as young Quezon, Romnick Sarmenta as Sergio Osmeña, JC Santos as Manuel Roxas, Karylle as Aurora Quezon, and Cris Villanueva as Joven Hernando, the only fictional character in the film series.