Xia Vigor is now 15 years old 

MANILA -- At 15, actress Xia Vigor is preparing to break out from her kiddie roles and pursue more diverse acting opportunities, reflecting her desire to expand her career and showcase her growth as a young actress.

“I think medyo ngayon ko pa lang na-realize 'di na pang bata gagawin ko na roles. I am very used to being part of child projects — Team Yey, 'Your Face Sounds Familiar.' Growing up, hindi na ako maging part ng ganong TV shows,” she said during the press conference held in Pasig City, Wednesday. 

“I am really looking forward what is there, and I hope I can showcase myself as an individual artist — with challenging roles to see abilities kaya ko pa po gawin,” she added.

The British-Filipina made the bold decision to stay in the country and focus on building her showbiz career, driven by her determination to keep improving her craft while being homeschooled, rather than joining her brother abroad to formally study.

“I thought about it if may potential ako sa showbiz or live in England na lang… if mag-aral na lang ako sa London. But something in me said showbiz. May natayo na kasi ako foundation bata pa lang ako, ayoko masayang hard work na iyon. Biglang aalis na ako. I know I can choose school first pero baka mahirapan ako bumalik 'pag nawala momentum,” she explained.

Vigor first made a name for herself when she was merely 5 years old after succeeding as the grand winner in the “Mini Me 2” contest of “It’s Showtime” in 2014.

She has since starred in other acclaimed projects including hit series “Ang Probinsiyano” in 2015 and director Nuel Naval’s hit movie “Miracle in Cell No. 7” in 2019.

Vigor will be part of the anticipated horror film “Nanay Tatay." She will also headline the pilot season of Viva Artists Agency’s latest project, VAA Shorts Presents, titled “He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not.” The teen will lead the romantic high school series alongside rising star Charles Law and newcomer Sofia Cham.

According to Vigor, while she is looking forward to partner with male actors like Law and do “kilig projects,” she is not yet ready to be tied to a love team.

“Right now, gusto ko i-try nga partner partner. Hindi muna love team. At the moment, I really want to showcase myself as a solo artist. But I am open to having partners,” she said.

Vigor also hopes to challenge herself further and take on action and psychological thriller projects in the near future.

“Gusto ko action kasi napanood ko 'yung movie na 'Hanna.' 'Yun dream role ko and magaling siya makipaglaban agad. It represents empowered women. Gusto ko ma-showcase kakayahan ng babae,” she enthused.

“Sa psych-thriller gusto ko parang joker na girl version. It is challenging, something I will prepare for. I like doing big things,” she added.

In addition to acting, Vigor also seeks to improve and showcase her talent in singing. The teen recently released her single titled “Aminin” under Viva Records, with the music video set to drop in November.

Vigor expressed her gratitude to Viva Artist Agency for giving her the opportunity to return to the showbiz scene, especially at her age.

“Sa age ko ngayon, alam ko awkward stage but Viva really gave me the chance to still be part of projects. I will be forever grateful for their support,” she said.