Jake Cuenca (left) and Gerald Anderson
We have this ‘bromance’ going on,” Jake Cuenca said, in describing his relationship with “Ikaw Lang ang Iibigin” costar Gerald Anderson.
“Our relationship extends farther than the set because we join triathlons together. We’re supportive of each other,” Jake explained. “We also attend duathlons with Kim (Chiu).”
Jake said working with Gerald often brings out the best in him. This is their third TV project after “Sana Maulit Muli” and “Tayong Dalawa.”
When asked what it was like to be reunited in the latest ABS-CBN drama series with the popular Kimerald love team, Jake recalled a phone conversation with Gerald: “I told him that I wouldn’t have it any other way; that if I got offered something else, I will not consider … There’s never a dull
moment on the set with Kim and Gerald. I’m proud to have seen them evolve and mature as actors.”
Asked what he learned from his recent bicycle accident, Jake said: “Always keep your eyes on the road, even if you’re very tired. I relaxed a bit, and that’s what happened to me.”
He had five screws placed in his broken right wrist as a result of the accident.
He denied the rumor that he got hurt because he was taking a selfie. “While it’s true that I was really posting selfies, I didn’t get hurt because of that. A truck abruptly stopped in front of me, that’s why. I let the guy go. I didn’t even fight. I was also at fault because I was looking down, and when I looked up, it was too late.”
He added: “Earlier, I joined a triathlon, and an accident happened. If I was afraid of
getting hurt, then I should’ve just learned to do makeup,
instead.”
Jake said his doctor had already given him the go-signal to get back to racing. In fact, he will join a triathlon on Sunday, and a duathlon on May 14. He has also signed up for another duathlon race in late May.
“My doctor said I could go back to swimming soon. I
feel confident when I come from training, then go to the set. I feel that I’m already in character.”
Jake was referring to triathlete Carlos dela Vega, his character in “Ikaw Lang ang Iibigin,” which airs starting May 1.
“Carlos is supposed to be the No. 1 triathlete in the country. I had to learn to be one and not fake it. The show gave me an opportunity to make a lifestyle change. Before I agreed to do it, I didn’t know how to swim. I trained until I knew I was ready to assume the role. I like it when taping is at Marikina Sports Complex. Gerald and I would swim or run during lunch break,” he recalled.