Newcomer Antonio Vinzon is set to make his acting debut in GMA Network’s highly anticipated primetime series ‘Mga Batang Riles’, airing on January 6, 2025.
Antonio, who stands at an impressive 6’2″, is the son of veteran actor Roi Vinzon and former band vocalist Jeany David-Vinzon.
In our exclusive interview at the media conference held at GMA Network Studio 7 in Quezon City on December 20, Antonio shared how he landed his role:
“After workshop po, sabi daw po nila, ‘O tataas ka na, dun ka na sa 4th floor.’ So pinainterview po kami, like ininterview po kami sa mga character ko, ano ‘yung buhay nung bata ka pa. So ‘yung character na ‘yun, nilalagay nila sa script para alam nila at alam ko na rin kung paano ako gumalaw at ‘yun nga, na bibo ako, marunong akong makihalubilo sa kapwa,” Antonio recalled.
This marks Antonio’s first major acting role, which he admitted feels “tailor-made” for him. Even his family was surprised at how quickly he secured a lead role. His sister, Lala Vinzon, who is pursuing law, has been a strong supporter, while his father Roi, who is currently running for a political post in Benguet, shared valuable advice with his son.
“Basta anak ha, gawin mo lang ‘yung best mo para sa Mga Batang Riles. Feel like you’re home. And second home mo na ‘yan… Maging mabait ka lang sa mga tao. Maging better as you, as a person at galingan mo ‘yung craft mo. Maging seryoso ka kapag sa set. Kapag action, go mo na ‘yan. Ibigay mo na lahat,” Roi advised his son.
Antonio expressed his gratitude for his father’s guidance: “So ayun, natutuwa po si Papa para sa akin na makasali sa Mga Batang Riles kasi first time ko rin po ito.”
When asked about the “nepo baby” label often attached to children of celebrities, Antonio acknowledged the pressure but remained determined to prove his worth.
“Syempre hindi naman mawawala ang pressure sa atin. Basta gagawin ko lang ang best ko para sa inyo at papagandahin namin ang show para sa inyo,” he assured.
Antonio stars alongside Miguel Tanfelix, Kokoy De Santos, Raheel Bhyria, and Bruce Roeland in ‘Mga Batang Riles’, an action-drama series that promises compelling storytelling and an ensemble of talented young stars.
