Paolo Contis play gay wrestler in upcoming film with John Arcilla

Paolo Contis is set to play a gay wrestler in "Fuschia Libre," his upcoming film with John Arcilla.

According to a report on PEP.ph, Paolo and John will star as father and son in the film, which will be directed by RC de los Reyes and produced by Mavx Productions.

Paolo said the story will follow his character's journey towards earning the acceptance of his father.

"I think this is really very relevant especially these days. Kasi, 'yung isyu tungkol sa LGBTQ, napag-uusapan na nang mas detalyado kesa dati," John said.

"Dati, napakasimple lang siya. O, bading ka, tapos," he added. "Ngayon, 'yung mga confusion ng ibang mga tao, 'yung mga actually pain at dilemma na pinagdadaanan ng parents saka nung family, ano naman 'yung side na 'yun?"

Paolo added that the film has some humor aside from drama, but they will be sensitive about it.

"Kasi siyempre, habang pinag-uusapan mo ang isang napakabigat na topic, minsan mas madaling makinig ang mga tao pag may humor. Pero we'll make sure na hindi offensive, of course," he said.

The Sparkle actor, who has played gay roles before, said he is excited to play a deeper character this time.

"Actually I've been playing that character before na medyo caricature and everything," he said. "So, kaya ko gusto ang character na ito, it’s a more serious take on the LGBTQ na role."

"Na kumbaga kung makakatulong ako sa mas malawak na pagtanggap sa kanila, e, at least medyo malaking challenge siya sa akin," he added.

Paolo has starred in several Mavx-produced films, such as "Through Night and Day," "A Faraway Land," and "Ang Pangarap Kong Holdap."

He is also one of the mainstays of "Bubble Gang," which airs on Sundays at 6:15 p.m. after "24 Oras Weekend."

Meanwhile, John previously starred in "Ten Little Mistresses" and "A Hard Day."

—MGP, GMA Integrated News