Actress Yassi Pressman has successfully landed a significant role in the upcoming Korean-Filipino production, ‘The Guardian.’
Despite her established presence in the industry, Pressman, along with seven other Filipino actors, participated in auditions for the international film, set to be released later this year.
Among the Filipino cast members, Jeric Raval will take on a villainous role, while Wilbert Ross will portray a semi-antagonist character. The ensemble also includes Eric Ejercito, Joko Diaz, Ashley Ortega, and Heart Ryan. On the Korean side, the cast features Nam Woo Hyun, Park Eun Hye, and Han Jan Seok, under the direction of Jeong Jang Hwan.
Viva Artists Agency (VAA) president Vincent Del Rosario commended the professionalism of the Filipino actors during the audition process, emphasizing that each artist was chosen based on their suitability for their respective roles.
‘The Guardian’ revolves around the theme of love between a mother and her son, according to director Joeng. The film aims to seamlessly blend Korean and Filipino actors to portray the dynamics of a family. Despite not having started filming yet, Joeng expressed excitement about collaborating with Filipino actors and anticipates a heartwarming and impactful movie.
In ‘The Guardian,’ Yassi Pressman takes on the role of Sandara, a character aspiring to become a K-pop star. Pressman shared her audition experience, revealing that she showcased a range of emotions, including anger, happiness, and sadness, along with dancing and singing. While keeping specific details under wraps, she hinted at Sandara’s ambition to enter the K-pop scene.
What makes Pressman’s involvement noteworthy is her decision to undergo the audition process, despite being a contract star of Viva Artist Agency. Vincent Del Rosario praised her commendable effort in securing the role through auditions, highlighting her dedication to the craft.
Pressman expressed gratitude to the local producers—Parallax Studio, Viva Films, and Ovation Productions—for making ‘The Guardian’ a reality. She described the project as an immense honor, especially considering the admiration Filipinos have for Korean artists, films, and culture.
Filming for ‘The Guardian’ is scheduled for 17 days in the Philippines, with post-production, dubbing, and musical scoring set to take place in South Korea. Pressman noted the strict measures taken to ensure the safety and well-being of both the Korean and Filipino cast members on set.
Despite this exciting opportunity in a Korean-Filipino film, Pressman remains grounded, refusing to speculate about the potential launch of her international career. She emphasized taking things slowly and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with extraordinary actors from Korea.
“I’m very, very excited. I am thrilled to be working soon with them,” Pressman said, reflecting on the blessing of being part of this groundbreaking project.
