Efren Reyes Jr. reacts to netizens’ ‘welcome’ comments as he joins “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” | ABS-CBN

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Efren Reyes Jr. reacts to netizens’ ‘welcome’ comments as he joins “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo”
Efren Reyes Jr. reacts to netizens’ ‘welcome’ comments as he joins “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo”
Liezel Dela Cruz
Published Apr 08, 2025 11:57 PM PHT

The surprises just keep pouring in "FPJ's Batang Quiapo." And one of the most exciting things viewers look forward to is seeing which veteran actors will be given a fresh spotlight in the show.
The surprises just keep pouring in "FPJ's Batang Quiapo." And one of the most exciting things viewers look forward to is seeing which veteran actors will be given a fresh spotlight in the show.
Recently, another iconic name has joined the cast. Action icon Efren Reyes Jr. is now part of the 'Batang Quiapo' universe as Lt. Col. Salvador Romero. Judging by his intense presence, this character is shaping up to be ruthless and intimidating. After all, Efren is one of the most feared screen villains of the ’90s, and he’s clearly back to remind everyone why.
Recently, another iconic name has joined the cast. Action icon Efren Reyes Jr. is now part of the 'Batang Quiapo' universe as Lt. Col. Salvador Romero. Judging by his intense presence, this character is shaping up to be ruthless and intimidating. After all, Efren is one of the most feared screen villains of the ’90s, and he’s clearly back to remind everyone why.
Netizens were quick to show their excitement and approval. Knowing his reputation for delivering powerful performances, especially as a kontrabida, everyone's more than satisfied to see him join the series top-billed by Coco Martin. Social media was flooded with welcome messages for the seasoned actor, with many saying it's about time he returned to a teleserye.
Netizens were quick to show their excitement and approval. Knowing his reputation for delivering powerful performances, especially as a kontrabida, everyone's more than satisfied to see him join the series top-billed by Coco Martin. Social media was flooded with welcome messages for the seasoned actor, with many saying it's about time he returned to a teleserye.
During a break on set, Efren took time to read and react to some of the 'welcome' messages fans left online. And the way his face lit up when he learned the warm reception showed he was touched by the love and support from fans old and new.
During a break on set, Efren took time to read and react to some of the 'welcome' messages fans left online. And the way his face lit up when he learned the warm reception showed he was touched by the love and support from fans old and new.
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For many, Efren's return was like a blast from the past. One comment called him “isa sa mga kinaiinisang kontrabida noong '90s,” highlighting how iconic his villain roles truly were. Another fan saluted his signature acting style, saying, “Ito ang idol kong kontrabida! Napakagaling at napaka-smooth mag-deliver ng line, akala mo talaga totoo.”
For many, Efren's return was like a blast from the past. One comment called him “isa sa mga kinaiinisang kontrabida noong '90s,” highlighting how iconic his villain roles truly were. Another fan saluted his signature acting style, saying, “Ito ang idol kong kontrabida! Napakagaling at napaka-smooth mag-deliver ng line, akala mo talaga totoo.”
In turn, the comebacking actor appreciated the viewers' positive feedback. “Nakakataba naman ng puso,” he smiled.
In turn, the comebacking actor appreciated the viewers' positive feedback. “Nakakataba naman ng puso,” he smiled.
One fan even requested, “Sana pahirapan mo si Rigor!" With Rigor (John Estrada) recently dismissed from the police force, viewers are now curious how the dynamic between him and Efren's character, Col. Romero, will play out. Will the colonel be an ally, or will he make things even harder for the already disgraced cop? We’ll have to wait and see.
One fan even requested, “Sana pahirapan mo si Rigor!" With Rigor (John Estrada) recently dismissed from the police force, viewers are now curious how the dynamic between him and Efren's character, Col. Romero, will play out. Will the colonel be an ally, or will he make things even harder for the already disgraced cop? We’ll have to wait and see.
One netizen couldn’t hide their excitement, posting, “I love you, Efren Reyes. Ikaw ang idol ko. Aabangan kita lagi. Natupad na 'yung sinabi ko na sana maging bahagi ka ng 'Batang Quiapo.'”
One netizen couldn’t hide their excitement, posting, “I love you, Efren Reyes. Ikaw ang idol ko. Aabangan kita lagi. Natupad na 'yung sinabi ko na sana maging bahagi ka ng 'Batang Quiapo.'”
Another fan praised a lesser-seen side of the showbiz veteran, which is his comedy chops. Upon reading the comment, Efren chuckled and reacted, “Talagang napansin mo 'yang mga comedy ko ah!” It was a rare but fun glimpse into the lighter side of the usually intense kontrabida.
Another fan praised a lesser-seen side of the showbiz veteran, which is his comedy chops. Upon reading the comment, Efren chuckled and reacted, “Talagang napansin mo 'yang mga comedy ko ah!” It was a rare but fun glimpse into the lighter side of the usually intense kontrabida.
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Comments also poured in about the show's growing list of iconic antagonists.“Tama 'yan! Lahat ng mga sikat na kontrabida sa pelikula noon, lumabas na sa 'Batang Quiapo.' Ngayon senior na sila at diyan pa rin natin makikita ang galing nila sa pag-arte.”
Comments also poured in about the show's growing list of iconic antagonists.“Tama 'yan! Lahat ng mga sikat na kontrabida sa pelikula noon, lumabas na sa 'Batang Quiapo.' Ngayon senior na sila at diyan pa rin natin makikita ang galing nila sa pag-arte.”
Meanwhile, one viewer is already setting the bar high for Efren's character, saying, “Baka traydor siya diyan. Kasi hindi naman ako papayag na hindi siya mabigat at mabagsik na kaaway.” Efren grinned at the comment and responded, “Mataas naman ang expectation mo sa akin.”
Meanwhile, one viewer is already setting the bar high for Efren's character, saying, “Baka traydor siya diyan. Kasi hindi naman ako papayag na hindi siya mabigat at mabagsik na kaaway.” Efren grinned at the comment and responded, “Mataas naman ang expectation mo sa akin.”
But if there's one thing fans know for sure, no matter how high the expectations, the seasoned 'kontrabida' will always deliver, and more often than not, exceed them.
But if there's one thing fans know for sure, no matter how high the expectations, the seasoned 'kontrabida' will always deliver, and more often than not, exceed them.
Catch Col. Romero in "FPJ's Batang Quiapo," airing weeknights, on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live (KOL), TV5, and A2Z.
Catch Col. Romero in "FPJ's Batang Quiapo," airing weeknights, on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live (KOL), TV5, and A2Z.
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