Xian Lim says ‘it only took one phone call’ to accept Kapuso project

Xian Lim is super proud to be a Kapuso!

In an online interview with the press Tuesday, Xian said he did not hesitate on taking the “Love, Die, Repeat” project with Jennylyn Mercado.

“It only took one phone call and yung ngiti ko po ay abot tenga kaagad (I immediately smiled from ear to ear),” he told GMA News Online.

“Of course, I was really shocked and grateful nung natanggap ko yung tawag na ‘yon but instantly, I said yes kasi isang karangalan na mabigyan ng isang proyekto from a network especially GMA.”

[“Of course, I was really shocked and grateful when I got that call but instantly, I said yes because it is an honor to be given a project from a network, especially GMA.”]

The actor added that to be considered for the role is already a huge thing.

“To be considered for a project [this] special, how can you say no? It is so wonderful that this opportunity was given [to me]. I am very grateful,” he said.

According to Xian, he did not have to consult his girlfriend Kim Chiu about this new chapter of his career.

“We have come to realize at this point [in our] relationship that we grow as a couple and we grow as individuals,” he told GMA News Online. “I already know we support each other in that aspect.”

Xian officially became a Kapuso last week and has been receiving numerous messages of support from fans, much to his delight. 

“They’re warmly welcoming me sa Kapuso network. I’m just really happy and overwhelmed with joy sa lahat ng nangyayari. Nakakatuwa na positive ang feedback ng lahat,” he told the press.

[“I’m just really happy and overwhelmed with joy with everything happening. I feel happy that the feedback from people is positive.”]

Xian is set to star alongside Jennylyn Mercado in a new GMA series titled “Love, Die, Repeat.” He is currently in mandatory quarantine prior to their scheduled lock-in taping. — LA, GMA News