This is an excerpt from the June 2026 Special Issue. Subscribe to MEGA Digital All-Access to read the full story. Acting is a profession, art, and passion. It’s more than just reading lines off a script, but a performance that not only embodies a character but also transcends the screen. The work of an actor, after all, isn’t limited to what they do on camera. It’s a mantra Iza Calzado lives by and one she actively practices both on and off the set. RELATED: What Charo Santos Learned From a Lifetime in the Spotlight With over two decades of experience under her belt, the award-winning actress has come to understand that acting isn’t just pretending, but an embodiment of someone’s story that deserves to be told. It's a mindset that not only has improved her craft, but also applauded by her peers and critics. Her body of work has been […]
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Rafael Bautista
Rafael Bautista is the Senior Pop Culture Writer of MEGA Asia, with a focus on producing articles and features about local and international entertainment, popular culture, and lifestyle.
Before this role, he spent five years in the youth-oriented magazine NYLON Manila, where he served multiple positions, including Deputy Editor, and created stories, profiles, and content on digital and print geared towards a Gen Z audience. In 2025, he was awarded Jr. Deputy Editor of the Year.
With years of experience in digital media, Rafael has an interest and passion for writing about movies, shows, pop culture, and entertainment, with a particular emphasis on titles, trends, and personalities who are making waves in modern culture or are on the cusp of becoming the next big thing people will talk about.
