Andres-Ashtine chemistry blooms in 'Minamahal'

Whether or not you've seen the hit Viva One series “Ang Mutya ng Section E,” there’s no denying the chemistry between Andres Muhlach and Ashtine Olviga as their onscreen spark has already earned them their first big-screen movie for their second project together.

- By JANUAR JUNIOR AGUJA

Teaming up with Viva’s writer-director Jason Paul Laxamana, “Minamahal: 100 Bulaklak Para Kay Luna” is a coming-of-age tale about two young lovers, Raffy and Luna. The film takes viewers through the journey of their relationship from senior high school to college.

Raffy is not one to hide his emotions. He’s already in love with Luna, and she doesn’t mind starting a relationship as long as whatever they’re doing isn’t “kaderder” (her playful version of “kadiri,” meaning gross).

Things become complicated as the two find themselves on different paths in life. While Raffy slowly comes out of his shell, Luna has to stop schooling to help her abused mother. When Luna finally escapes her predicament, the dynamic in their relationship begins to shift — leaving viewers to wonder if two people from different worlds can find common ground to keep their love afloat.