A new phase begins for Aljon Mendoza as he officially parts ways with Star Magic after several years under the agency.
The 24-year-old actor confirmed that he is no longer managed by the ABS-CBN talent arm, marking a turning point in his showbiz journey.
“Yes po, wala na po ako sa Star Magic. Ang nangyari po ay last year, may offer sa akin ang Viva at humiling po ako sa Star Magic na magpa-release. Pero hindi po ako napagbigyan,” Mendoza shared.
He explained that while his contract was originally set to expire in November, he was eventually released earlier this year.
“Naiintindihan ko po yon at iginagalang ko ang kontrata na meron ako. Originally, November this year pa matatapos ang contract ko. Pero nitong March, ni-release po ako.”
Despite the transition, Mendoza expressed nothing but appreciation for the network and management that helped launch his career.
“Ganoon pa man po, nagpapasalamat ako sa ABS-CBN and Star Magic dahil sa kanila ako nagsimula at binigyan nila ako ng mga proyekto.”
He added: “Nakapag-provide din ako sa family ko because of them. Lahat po ng mga natutunan ko sa kanila, bibitbitin ko as I move forward to the next chapter of my life.”
Mendoza rose to prominence after joining ‘Pinoy Big Brother: Otso’ and went on to appear in several television dramas, including ‘Sandugo’, ‘Hoy Love You’, and ‘It’s Okay to Not Be Okay’. He also starred in films such as ‘Un/Happy For You’ and ‘The Last Resort’.
Following his release, Mendoza shared that veteran host Boy Abunda has been guiding him as a career adviser.
He is also prioritizing his studies and is currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration at Philippine Women’s University.
As he transitions into a more independent phase of his career, Mendoza is set to appear in the iWant original film ‘Young Blood’, alongside veteran actors.