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Kim Domingo recounts her first day on the “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” set

Kim Domingo recounts her first day on the “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” set

Liezel dela Cruz

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Updated Sep 03, 2024 03:03 PM PHT

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Sexy and sassy, Kim Domingo has truly captured the hearts of viewers in "FPJ’s Batang Quiapo" with her portrayal of Madonna. The surprise announcement of her joining the series, marking her debut collaboration with ABS-CBN, left fans in awe. How did Kim secure this tough and edgy new role? In this episode of “Kapamilya Chat,” she reveals the journey that led her to it.

Kim, trading her black leather outfits and bold red lipstick in the series with her usual sweet demeanor and a soft pink dress, recounts that her journey as the badass Madonna started when she performed at an event, where several ABS-CBN creatives were in attendance. They immediately saw her potential for “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo.” Out of respect for her home network, Kim needed to get permission and discuss things thoroughly to ensure a smooth transition to the Kapamilya series without stepping on anyone’s toe.

The idea of working on Coco Martin’s teleserye thrilled her, as it was a long-time dream. However, playing Madonna has been more than just excitement and thrills; it has come with its share of challenges. Although Kim has tackled action scenes before, this role is much more intense. Her new character requires her to master various fight techniques, including hand-to-hand combat and using weapons like knives and guns.

“Halos araw-araw akong nagte-training. Tapos meron din akong firing para alam ko kung paano humawak ng totoong baril,” she reveals. “Siyempre, hindi maiiwasan ‘yung masusugatan, magkakapasa ka. Hindi siya madali pero at the same time sobrang na-e-enjoy ko siya kasi gusto ko ‘yung nacha-challenge ko.”

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Kim always stays hungry for new learning and growth, and even with her vast experience, she still gets the jitters on her first day of filming—especially since it's her first time working with Kapamilyas. She’s super thankful for all the support and guidance she got, including from Direk Coco, who was a huge help with her earliest action scenes in the teleserye.

When an actress immerses herself in a role, there is an inherent need to connect with and understand the character on a personal level. Although Kim's naturally pleasant personality is quite different from the fierce, intimidating Madonna she portrays, she finds a familiar element in Madonna's character – her heart. Kim believes that beneath Madonna's tough exterior lies a genuine emotional depth, a quality that viewers might soon discover.

When Kim steps onto the set, she brings her bubbly self with her, but once the cameras start rolling, she shifts into serious mode. She explains that this is the usual vibe on set: focused during work but relaxed and social during breaks, when everyone gathers for stories and food. She enjoys bonding with her co-stars. With that, she also shares that she looks forward to working with more Kapamilya stars, like Anne Curtis, and is keen to take on more diverse roles, especially those with a psycho twist.

You won’t find any negativity in Kim. Her eyes shine with genuine joy and humility whenever she talks, which only makes us admire her more. When asked how she stays positive and recharged after a long day of intense work, she smiles and talks about her ten dogs. Coming home to her loving pets is like her personal therapy helping her shake off the exhaustion.

She also makes sure not to skip on self-care. Kim does Pilates and strength training, including weight lifting, to keep her physique in shape. In fact, Direk Coco suggested she gain some weight and build more muscle to better match Madonna’s action-packed role.

There was a time in her life when Kim wasn’t all that confident in her own skin, but she turned things around by embracing her true self. She discovered that authenticity was the antidote to lack of self-confidence.

Don’t miss Kim’s incredible performance as Madonna in "FPJ’s Batang Quiapo," airing weeknights on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, TV5, and A2Z.

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