After a very long preparation for “Darna,” Angel Locsin will no longer do the “Darna” movie due to health reasons.
Angel Locsin’s announcement as the new “Darna” in upcoming Star Cinema movie was first confirmed by Star Cinema managing director Malou Santos in October 2013. We have seen Angel worked hard for more than a year to achieve the most perfect body for “Darna” but then, her body can no longer do so much for the physical needs of the role.
Angel first played this iconic superheroine for television when she was on GMA Network way back 2005.
PRESS STATEMENT ON THE “DARNA” MOVIE WITH ANGEL LOCSIN
It is with deep regret that we announce that ABS-CBN, Star Cinema, and Angel Locsin have mutually agreed that Angel will no longer do the “Darna” movie due to health reasons. Because of her passion, dedication, and commitment to the project, she underwent various rigorous training regimens for two years. Unfortunately, this led her to developing a disc bulge in her spine. This then limits her from doing strenuous activities such as stunts, liftings, and the usage of harness, all of which will be required of her for the action scenes in the film. Aside from that, she will need to undergo rehabilitation and treatment.
And so while we have envisioned her to do the iconic Filipino heroine, Angel’s health and safety are both our primary concern. Hence, the decision.
Fans need not worry. They can still look forward to seeing her in a movie that she is currently shooting with Vilma Santos. Angel’s physical condition does not prevent her from finishing the said project.
Again, we sincerely thank Angel for her hard work and pray for her recovery.
— Kane Errol Choa
Head, Corporate Communications
