Emotions ran high as the cast of Meet, Greet & Bye, Star Cinema’s newest family drama, gathered for a series of promotional events that brought both the stars and their fans to tears.
During the official media conference held on October 8, lead stars Piolo Pascual, Belle Mariano, and Juan Karlos (JK) Labajo—along with veteran actress Maricel Soriano—were visibly emotional as the film’s trailer was shown for the first time. The touching story, which delves into themes of family, reconciliation, and love, drew heartfelt reactions from the cast, who later shared how deeply they connected with their roles.
Soriano, affectionately known as the “Diamond Star,” commended her co-stars for their authenticity, especially Belle Mariano, whom she described as natural and effortless in portraying her character. Pascual and Labajo, meanwhile, admitted that filming the movie brought back personal memories that made some scenes difficult but ultimately rewarding.
The emotional atmosphere continued the following day, October 9, during the Meet, Greet & Bye: Grand Family Affair held at the Dolphy Theater. Fans, friends, and members of the press filled the venue to celebrate the film and its cast. Themed around the fictional Facundo family, the event invited audiences to share in the warmth, humor, and love that define the movie’s story.
Attendees described the event as both heartwarming and nostalgic, as the cast mingled with fans and shared stories behind their on-screen family dynamic. Many said the gathering felt like “a real family reunion,” reflecting the film’s central message of connection and forgiveness.
Directed by Cathy Garcia-Sampana and co-written with Jumbo Albano and Patrick Valencia, Meet, Greet & Bye tells the story of the Facundos—a family brought together and tested by unexpected circumstances. The movie stars Maricel Soriano as Baby Facundo, with Piolo Pascual, Joshua Garcia, Belle Mariano, and Juan Karlos Labajo as her children.
Meet, Greet and Bye trailer was released yesterday:
The film also marks a series of milestones: Pascual’s return to the family drama genre, Labajo’s first collaboration with Star Cinema, and another emotionally charged project under Garcia-Sampana’s signature storytelling style.
As the Meet, Greet & Bye cast continues their promotional run, their sincerity and on-screen chemistry promise a film that will not only entertain but also touch the hearts of viewers when it premieres in cinemas soon.
