It's Okay to Not Be Okay (Philippine TV series) explained

It's Okay to Not Be Okay is an upcoming Philippine romantic comedy television series loosely based on the 2020 South Korean television drama series of the same title. It stars Anne Curtis, Joshua Garcia, and Carlo Aquino. It is scheduled to premiere on Netflix in 2025.^[1]

Cast and characters

Lead cast

• Anne Curtis as Emilia "Mia" Hernandez
• Joshua Garcia as Patrick "Patpat" Gonzales
• Carlo Aquino as Matthew "Matmat" Gonzales

Supporting cast

• Enchong Dee
• Xyriel Manabat
• Kaori Oinuma as Gemma
• Francis Magundayao
• Agot Isidro
• Maricel Laxa
• Ana Abad Santos
• Rio Locsin
• Edgar Mortiz
• Michael de Mesa
• Bodjie Pascua
• Empress Schuck
• Geoff Eigenmann
• Alora Sasam
• Bianca De Vera
• Louise Abuel
• Aljon Mendoza

Guest cast

• Albie Casiño
• Alyssa Muhlach
• Imogen Cantong

Production

Development

On December 13, 2023, the series was announced as one of the titles for ABS-CBN's programming line-up for 2024, with Anne Curtis, Joshua Garcia and Carlo Aquino being cast in the lead roles.^{[2] [3] [4]} A media conference was held on May 17, 2024.^{[5] [6] [7]}

Casting

Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil were initially reported to cast in the lead roles, but both declined the offer.^{[8] [9] [10]}

Filming

Principal photography commenced on July 2024, in Iloilo and Negros Oriental.^{[11] [12] [13]}

Notes and References

1. Web site: Purnell . Kristofer . ABS-CBN, Netflix to collaborate on 'It's Okay To Not Be Okay' Philippine adaptation . 2024-07-07 . Philstar.com.
2. Web site: Felipe. MJ. 300 stars gather as ABS-CBN Christmas special returns to Big Dome. ABS-CBN News. 14 December 2023.
3. Web site: Felipe. MJ. ABS-CBN unveils initial line-up of shows in 2024. ABS-CBN News. 15 December 2023.
4. Web site: Davao Digital. Sun Star. ABS-CBN releases 2024 offerings. sunstar.com.ph. 29 December 2023.
5. Web site: Carlo Aquino, Joshua Garcia, Anne Curtis team up for 'It's Okay to Not Be Okay' PH adaptation. ABS-CBN News. 17 May 2024.
6. News: Felipe . MJ . Pinoy adaptation ng 'It's Okay to Not Be Okay' tuloy na . . 17 May 2024 . tl.
7. News: 'It's Okay To Not Be Okay' PH Remake Draws Mixed Reactions . Cosmopolitan Philippines . 20 May 2024 . en, tl.
8. Web site: Lazaro. Cass. Omo! Liza Soberano And Enrique Gil Are Rumored To Star In The PH Adaptation Of 'It's Okay To Not Be Okay'. 3 February 2022. Cosmo.ph.. 3 February 2022.
9. Web site: Cruz. James Patrick. Liza Soberano offered to star in 'It's Okay To Not Be Okay' local adaptation. 2 March 2023. Interaksyon. 2 March 2023.
10. Web site: Severo. Jan Milo. Ogie Diaz reveals Liza Soberano, Enrique Gil turn down 'It's Okay To Not Be Okay' remake. 3 March 2023. Philstar.com. 3 March 2023.
11. Web site: July 30, 2024 . We good? All good! Unpacking stuff now na! . Star Creatives in Facebook .
12. News: Mallorca . Hannah . August 1, 2024 . ‘It’s Okay to Not Be Okay’ adaptation starring Anne Curtis starts filming . Inquirer.Net.
13. News: October 16, 2024 . Anne, spotted sa Bacolod, nag-shoot na ng It’s Ok to Not Be Okay! . Remate.