Iñigo Pascual clears the air on past with Maris Racal

Iñigo Pascual opened up about his past connection with fellow artist Maris Racal, addressing long-standing dating rumors that once surrounded the former love team “MarNigo.”

The heartfelt conversation with the King of Talk revisited a time when both Iñigo and Maris were just emerging as young stars. Their undeniable on-screen chemistry and close friendship quickly fueled speculations about a real-life romance. For fans who followed their journey, the interview served as both a dose of nostalgia and long-awaited clarity.

When asked directly if Maris was ever his girlfriend, Iñigo didn’t flinch. “Mayroon kaming pagkakaintindihan ni Maris noon na sa amin lamang,” he admitted. “Hindi man ’yun nabigyan ng label pero mayroon kaming pagkakaintindihan.”

While his answer didn’t confirm a traditional relationship, it acknowledged a meaningful connection—something deeper than friendship, but never officially defined.

Iñigo emphasized that there are no hard feelings between them. “Sobrang okay kami and that’s what matters to me,” he shared, proving that despite their paths diverging, mutual respect and friendship remain.

Now 26, Iñigo also spoke about his current priorities. “Ngayon, walang nagmamay-ari ng puso ko kundi ang mama, papa, at lolo ko,” he said, highlighting the importance of family in his life. He confirmed that he is single and not actively looking for a relationship at the moment.

“Wala akong hinahanap. Kung darating, darating. Pero ngayon, mas gusto ko munang mag-grow at mag-focus sa trabaho ko,” he explained, adding that he feels like he’s going through his “quarter life crisis” a little earlier than expected.

The episode not only offered fans a peek into Iñigo’s emotional maturity but also showcased his renewed focus on career growth. He is set to appear in the upcoming film Fatherland, directed by Joel Lamangan, and will star alongside Allen Dizon, Richard Yap, and Kazel Kinouchi.