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Khalil Ramos further imprints his mark on entertainment scene
The Freeman
|April 02, 2025
He's the lead star in the 9 Works Theatrical play Liwanag sa Dilim, PureGold CinePanalo Film Festival 2025's Best Actor for Olsen's Day, set to star in the upcoming digital series How To Cheat Death streaming on Netflix this April, and is pairing up with Sue Ramirez in the musical romance drama film One Hit Wonder to be released on Netflix as well this May.
In Liwanag sa Dilim, Khalil takes on the role of Elesi, a smart and witty Gen Z who travels to learn about his roots. In his quest, he meets Cris, a kind and dignified man who instantly becomes his friend. Together, Elesi and Cris wear their hearts on their sleeves and do all that they can to fight for the oppressed.
Khalil's portrayal of Elesi is so human that audiences from varying age groups effortlessly connect with him and his experiences. Though Elesi has a unique life story, Khalil's depiction turns the character into a real person, trying to get to know himself while genuinely caring for people, being a good friend, and using his privilege to fight for the rights of the underprivileged.
This story is from the April 02, 2025 edition of The Freeman.
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