LOOK: Cherish Maningat's acting stints in South Korea
Filipina actress Cherish Maningat is making a name in South Korea as she gets the chance to act in some of the award-winning series and critically acclaimed movies.
Likewise, she was able to work with South Korean superstars, including Lee Sung-kyung, Ahn Hyo-seop, and Han Suk-kyu of 'The Romantic Doctor 2,' which airs on GMA Network every night.
In addition, Cherish, who is based in South Korea since 2006, is making rounds in social media representing the Philippines in South Korea's entertainment industry.
The theater/film/TV actress graduated with a BA Communication Arts degree at the University of Sto. Tomas. After getting a degree in the Philippines, she applied for a master's degree scholarship at the Korean National University of Arts, where she graduated with a Master of Fine Arts degree in Directing.
As an actress, Cherish started her career in musical theater. Later on, she became an acting coach and an English teacher.
In 2018, she debuted in the video blogging industry.
Take a look at some of the roles Cherish portrayed roles in K-dramas and movies in this gallery.
'The Romantic Doctor 2' (2020)
The multi-awarded series 'The Romantic Doctor 2' is a sequel to the 'The Romantic Doctor,' which was first aired on GMA Network in 2017. In the series, Cherish Maningat got the chance to work with Lee Sung-kyung and Han Suk-kyu, among others.
'Golden Holiday' (2020)
Action-comedy Korean film 'Golden Holiday' stars Kwak Do-won, Kim Dae-myung, Kim Hee-won.
'Mon Confiado'
Cherish Maningat is not the only Filipino actor in 'Golden Holidays' as versatile actor Mon Confiado starred in the film, too.
'Showdown' (2016)
She also became a part of the movie 'Showdown' that was top-billed by Lee Jung-jin and Son Eun-seo.
'Missing' (2016)
Cherish Maningat, who played Sarajin Yeoja, starred in movie 'Missing' alongside actress Gong Hyo-Jin.
'Romang' (2019)
Filipina actress Cherish Maningat also appeared in the film 'Romang', which was top-billed by Lee Soon-jae and Jung Young-sook.
'Stand By Me' (2018)
This film 'Stand By Me' was also bannered by well-known and respected veteran actor Lee Soon-jae. Cherish portrayed Vanessa's role, the mom of Lee Soon-jae's two grandkids, in the movie.
'A Wonderful Moment' (2013)
In 2013, Cherish played the role of Mai Riteul Hieoro, young-Gwang's mom, in the film the 'Wonderful Moment.'