In “Saving Grace: The Untold Story,” Zia Grace is getting all the love for her portrayal of Grace, a young student trapped in a home filled with violence, who finds an unexpected protector and friend in her teacher, Anna, played by Julia Montes.  

And, yes, even Julia herself is totally smitten with this little scene-stealer, not just for her talent but for being absolutely lovable off-cam, too! 

So, what does Julia have to say about her young co-star that fans might not know yet? Here are three things! 

Matakaw! Kids need all the nutrition and energy they can get, especially Zia, who’s working hard on set every day. So, we love to hear that this little star isn’t shy about enjoying her food. As a child actress juggling long hours of filming, it’s a good thing she keeps herself fueled. 

Makulit! If you’ve seen Julia and Zia’s fun videos, you will be convinced that this kid is pure energy. Zia’s playful personality is so contagious that she even brings out Julia’s rarely seen goofy side, too.  

Super lambing! Julia has been consistent in saying how lovable Zia is, even mentioning it during her recent Kapamilya Chat interview. But if you need more proof, there was a touching moment during the cast members' "ASAP" guesting where Zia got emotional (nope, not scripted!) while talking about her baby brother, whom she absolutely adores. She even shared that she thinks about him to help her cry easily for dramatic scenes. 

Zia is definitely a rising star to watch, not only because of her acting skills but also because of the warmth and joy she brings both on and off the set.  

Catch "Saving Grace: The Untold Story," weeknights, on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live (KOL), TV5, and A2Z.