The passion of Elijah Canlas

As the year 2025 unfolds and continues its journey, award-winning actor Elijah Canlas has already impressively wrapped up eight captivating films, each a unique blend of storytelling and artistry.

- ROBERT REQUINTINA

In addition to these cinematic accomplishments, he has engaged in a variety of exciting projects across multiple platforms, showcasing his versatility and commitment to his craft.

With 11 years in showbiz, despite his hectic schedule, Elijah is grateful that he has not yet experienced burnout.

"Thankfully, wala pa tayo roon, and I hope it doesn't come. But I am ready for it," said Elijah as he laughed during a media conference at Cornerstone Entertainment in Quezon City recently.

"Marami na rin akong nakausap na artista na nasa burnout phase. Feeling ko kasi yun lang ang ginagawa nila. (I've also spoken to many artists who are in the burnout phase. I feel like that's all they do.)

"But I have the opportunity to do great music on the side, if I ever get burned out from acting. I could start writing a script or direct it. Yun naman din naman talaga ang education ko: filmmaking.

"Yun talaga ang dream ko since I was young, aside from being an astronaut. Pero dream ko talaga is maging director also. Kung dumating man yun, makakahanap din naman tayo ng paraan. (That's really my dream since I was young, aside from being an astronaut. But my dream is to become a director too. If that ever comes (burnout), we'll find a way.)"

"Good problem ang pagiging busy. I'm still grieving from the loss of my brother, so being busy is a great way to cope with that. I don't see burnout happening soon. I love what I do," said Elijah.