Xyriel Manabat steps into the spotlight as lead of ‘18th Rose’

Xyriel Manabat couldn’t help but get teary-eyed at Netflix Philippines’ trade launch, especially since “18th Rose” marks her first lead role in a film. “18th Rose” is one of the streaming giant’s upcoming offerings for 2026, where Kyle Echarri joins her. Set in Romblon in the 2000s, it tells the story of Rose (Manabat) and Jordan (Echarri) and their dream of doing music. “I still remember how it was brought to me. I can’t remember how much I cried, and how much I prayed. It’s not just a dream come true. It was also an answered prayer, and I’m very […]... Keep on reading: Xyriel Manabat steps into the spotlight as lead of ‘18th Rose’