- Richard Gutierrez is the newest Kapuso big star to transfer to ABS-CBN.
- Richard is GMA Network’s most-sought after leading man for more than a decade.
- Portraying the role of a vampire is Richard’s dream role.
Richard Gutierrez is now officially a Kapamilya after inking a contract with ABS-CBN yesterday (June 31). After 12 years of being with GMA Network and staying for a while in TV5, the former Kapuso Primetime King is now facing a new challenge being a Kapamilya. For the first time, Richard will be playing the role of a villain, which according to him is a dream role.
His first project is a primetime fantaserye titled “La Luna Sangre” topbilled by Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla. Coincidentally, his first Kapamilya project will compete against the revival of his former fantaserye “Mulawin,” now being led by Heart Evangelista and Dennis Trillo.
When asked what does he feel about competing with his former network and its revival of “Mulawin,” which he and Angel Locsin started?
He answered, “I knew this question would somehow come along. I’m thankful for what GMA has done for me through the years. They shaped who I am. But as an individual, as an actor, I’m happy where I am today. I’m thankful, but I’m also looking ahead.”
For him, no matter what home network one serves, the important thing is to always do your best.
“I’m the position wherein I can entertain the audience. Sa dami ng problema ng Pilipinas, they can escape for 30 minutes to an hour watching. That’s my goal, that’s my purpose. Kung anuman ang pagtanggap, kung sino man ang competitors, I’m just going to give my best!”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8d9UzXmvBLM
Directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina, “La Luna Sangre” will air beginning June 19 on Primetime Bida.
