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How Sofia Andres became a Kapamilya powerhouse through her standout

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Kyla Dennise Magbanua

<p>Her breakout kontrabida roles have helped shape some of our favorite Kapamilya teleseryes over the years. From teenage dramas to compelling family sagas, Sofia Andres has become a household name we always look forward to seeing more of.</p><p>As we continue to enjoy the fierce energy she brings to the series “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/the-alibi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>The Alibi</strong></a>,” let us reminisce about Sofia’s notable ABS-CBN projects that have marked her career in this episode of Kapamilya Spotlight.</p><p>Before captivating us on screen, Sofia had already charmed audiences as a commercial model at the early age of six. She made her acting debut in 2012 through the romantic drama “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2024/11/27/throwback-princess-and-i-2012-1653" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Princess and I</strong></a>.” In the series, she played Dindi, the younger sister of Mikay (Kathryn Bernardo).</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="913" height="543" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LYnz9ml27b8" title="Dindi and Bianca try to make Mikay happy | Princess and I" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>Sofia’s rise continued in 2014 when she joined the hit teleserye “Forevermore” as Kate, Xander’s (Enrique Gil) first love, who finds herself caught in a love triangle with him and Agnes (Liza Soberano).</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="913" height="543" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PP684ME2Sjg" title="Forevermore: Attention Seeker" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>These acting stints opened even more doors for her, leading to memorable appearances in “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/maalaala-mo-kaya" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Maalaala Mo Kaya</strong></a>” episodes such as “Pantalan” and “Sanggol.” She also showcased her talent in “Wansapanataym” and “Ipaglaban Mo” before stepping into comedy with the teen sitcom “Luv U,” where she played Bea.</p><p>Her breakthrough came in 2017 when she landed her first lead role in the TV series “<em>Pusong Ligaw</em>.” Sofia brought Vida Verdadero to life, the protégé of Tessa (Beauty Gonzalez), who embarks on a second-chance storyline with her childhood friend Potpot, played by Diego Loyzaga.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="913" height="543" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pmsQsjmuCDU" title="Pusong Ligaw: Potpot teases Vida | EP 17" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>From romance, Sofia shifted gears in 2018 with a special participation in the action-drama fantasy “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2024/11/26/behind-the-scenes-pasilip-sa-mga-kaganapan-sa-set-ng-bagani-1624" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Bagani</strong></a>.” She portrayed Mayari, a member of “Taga-laot” clan who would do everything to protect her family.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="913" height="453" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/scdwcZcoQ2I" title="Bagani: Meet Sofia Andres as Mayari" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>Two years later, she returned to drama in the 2020 series “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lavidalena2021/articles-videos/15-of-the-juiciest-grandest-confrontation-scenes-in-la-vida-lena-16612"><strong>La Vida Lena</strong></a>,” taking on the role of Rachel, the sister of Lena (Erich Gonzalez). In 2022, Sofia shifted to action in “The Iron Heart,” where she played Nyx, the love interest of Eros (Jake Cuenca).</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="913" height="543" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/MVCGAQB4Dtw" title="Lena smiles while Rachel thanks her | La Vida Lena" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="913" height="453" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lZZckx-SNgk" title="Nyx gets her revenge on Eros | The Iron Heart (w/ English Subs)" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>In 2025, Sofia appeared in the Philippine adaptation of “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/its-okay-to-not-be-okay" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>It’s Okay to Not Be Okay</strong></a>” as Jillian, a patient at a mental health facility.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="913" height="453" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/cpMP6p_RnU4" title="Patpat calms down the patient Jillian | It&#x27;s Okay To Not be Okay (with English Subs)" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>Now, audiences see Sofia in her most cunning role yet—as Claudia Cabrera in “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/the-alibi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>The Alibi.</strong></a>” She plays the wife of Vincent (Paulo Avelino), secretly entangled in an affair with his close friend Walter (Sam Milby), whose sudden death shakes their world.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="913" height="453" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/93QI4x2J4MY" title="Claudia denies the evidence linking her to Walter&#x27;s case | The Alibi" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="913" height="453" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/O92qo25TlXI" title="Vincent defends Stella against Claudia&#x27;s humiliation | The Alibi (with English Subs)" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>As the investigation unfolds, Claudia fights for herself while evidence begins to surface, each piece threatening to expose her secrets and point suspicion directly at her character.</p><p>This roster of Sofia’s teleseryes over the years has proven her chameleon-like ability to thrive across genres and roles. The raw emotions she delivers every time the cameras start rolling deeply resonate with viewers, showing just how effective and convincing she is as an actress.</p><p>Watch Sofia Andres embody Claudia Cabrera in “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/the-alibi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>The Alibi: Ang Buong Katotohanan</strong></a>” weeknights at 8:45PM on ABS-CBN sa ALLTV2, A2Z, and Kapamilya Online Live (KOL) on YouTube and Facebook. Episodes drop seven days ahead on <a href="https://app.iwanttfc.com/dFR6MWHAcVb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>iWant.</strong></a></p>

<p>Take a look back at Sofia Andres’ most notable ABS-CBN projects that shaped her career here in Kapamilya Spotlight!</p>

Take a look back at Sofia Andres’ most notable ABS-CBN projects that shaped her career here in Kapamilya Spotlight!

From Dindi to Claudia: How Sofia Andres became a Kapamilya powerhouse through her standout teleserye performances

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From Dindi to Claudia: How Sofia Andres became a Kapamilya powerhouse through her standout teleserye performances

Kyla Dennise Magbanua

Published April 21, 2026 01:48 AM PHT

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