WHEN STARS ALIGN

A serendipitous encounter ignited a romance between Jericho Rosales and Janine Gutierrez. They shared the enchanting details of their love story, career and their inspiring vision for the entertainment industry

- Maritess Garcia Reyes

The couple has become the talk of the town, particularly following a heartfelt confirmation of their relationship at the highly anticipated launch of the Filipino drama Lavender Fields in 2024. “Who wouldn't fall in love with her?” Rosales remarked, his voice tinged with adoration as he recalled the magic of their beginnings. His eyes sparkled with admiration as they settled on Gutierrez, who stood beside him, radiating confidence and charm in a stunning dress that accentuated her graceful figure. The couple then tried on some iconic pieces from Tiffany & Co, even teasing each other about which rings to wear. As Rosales spoke, Gutierrez’s face lit up with a sweet, genuine smile, revealing the warmth she felt while listening to the affectionate words of her partner. The atmosphere around them seemed to buzz excitedly as onlookers and fans couldn't help but be drawn into their undeniable chemistry.

THE FIRST ENCOUNTER

It was not love at first sight but love that developed at the first “meeting”. Their story started when Rosales asked Gutierrez to meet for coffee and go over the script for Lavender Fields, where they were to play the characters of a problematic married couple. “I enjoy conversations, and when I accept a project, I try to get to know the person [I would be working with],” Rosales says. “I was on a mission to bond with her [before we started filming].” The actor felt it was a necessary step for them to remove all barriers and be able to perform their roles properly on screen. However, their colleagues already had a hint that the invitation was intended to go beyond work; instead, it was Rosales's way of getting closer to Gutierrez on a deeper, more personal level. Gutierrez chuckles: “One of our co-stars in