The decision was made by the ABS-CBN Management not to continue the said project with Maricel Soriano and she will be replaced by another actress, Dawn Zulueta. This was made for Maricel Soriano after the unfortunate incident that involved her and Gerald Anderson, her co-star in the teleserye.
Meanwhile, ABS-CBN confirmed the incident via a statement on Monday night, January 21, saying Maricel will no longer be part of the cast:
Due to the unfortunate incident between Gerald Anderson and Maricel Soriano that transpired on the first taping day of “Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin,” the ABS-CBN management and the management of Maricel Soriano have agreed that Maricel will no longer be part of the cast. The teleserye starring Gerald Anderson will proceed as scheduled.
Bong R. Osorio
Head, Corporate Communications
ABS-CBN
