Angel Locsin will not be playing Darna anymore. After much anticipation from the fans who waited for her to don the bright red superheroine costume, her real life health issues got in the way. There are no magic stones she can swallow in real life and the risk is just hard to ignore.
But there is no bitterness, Instead, she left a heartwarming message for all her fans and to all of those who anticipated her return as the powerful heroine.
In her message, she acknowledged everyone who hoped that she will be playing the character. She also stressed out the traits that the character embodies. She then went on to good luck the new girl who will be playing the role. Lastly, she thanked everyone who supported her.
"Though it did not go as planned, it was still an amazing journey. Darna embodies the heart, resilience and hope of a Filipina and it was a pleasure to have played her. I now entrust the reins to the next lucky lady who will have the time of her life portraying the role. Maraming salamat." she captioned in her Instagram post together with a drawing of Darna.
Angel first played the role in 2006 when she was still under the Kapuso network. She was so good in playing the character that she brought the rating game to a whole new level. it also catapulted her name in the showbiz industry. After all, only premier actresses were offered the honor to play the coveted role, like Congresswoman and Star for all Seasons Vilma Santos.
Darna was written by Mars Ravelo and is warmly received as one of the first Filipino superheroines.
What can you say about Angel not being able to play the role?
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