During a recent fan interaction on X (formerly Twitter), Mika Salamanca revealed that if she ever got the chance to headline a K-drama adaptation, her top pick would be Fight For My Way.

The hugely popular 2017 rom-com is a fan favorite for its best-friends-to-lovers trope. It follows underdogs Ko Dong-man and Choi Ae-ra as they pursue their aspirations and unexpectedly fall in love.

While Mika could not specify her ideal leading guy, fans knew exactly who they wanted: Brent Manalo.

And honestly? It makes complete sense. Mika and Brent, with their real-life relationship, natural chemistry and common underdog-to-winner arc from Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition, feel like the ideal Pinoy version of Dong-man and Ae-ra.

Their journey checks all the boxes: housemates-turned-duo winners, besties with undeniable kilig, and now a fandom that’s begging to see them in a rom-com.

The trope: Best friends to lovers

Let's be honest, this cliche never gets old. Two people who have shared aspirations, struggles, and late-night banter ultimately realize they're meant to be together? Instant swoon.

In Fight For My Way, Dong-man and Ae-ra bring the slow-burn magic to life. When reinvented with Mika and Brent, it's easy to see Mika as the tenacious dreamer and Brent as the steadfast, supportive friend. Together, they'd struggle through setbacks, amusing misadventures, and quiet kilig moments until the inevitable confession scenario.

Mika and Brent have already exuded K-drama star flair outside of PBB. Their Couple of the Night moment at the GMA Gala 2025 — coordinated white attire, red roses from Brent, and a feeling straight out of a drama finale — felt like a preview of what's possible onscreen.

Inside the PBB house, Mika referred to Brent as her "support system." Outside, they've been photographed on "friendly" dates and sharing low-key kilig moments that fans can't get enough of. Fight For My Way depends on slow-burn friendships, with two dreamers slogging through life while their closeness steadily deepens into something more.

Whether it's a digital miniseries, a streaming exclusive, or a full-fledged teleserye, the BreKa fandom is ready. If the stars align — or if a network executive is lurking on stan Twitter — we may see Mika and Brent trading PBB confessionals for K-drama-worthy speeches.