Fight for My Way PH is coming to Viva One on November 20!

Get ready because a refreshing take on a beloved Korean series is coming your way!

Proudly presented by Viva One, its first Korean series adaptation, Fight for My Way stars the exciting new pairing of chinito heartthrob David Licauco and “Nation’s Mutya” Ashtine Olviga, together with McCoy de Leon and Aubrey Caraan. The Philippine adaptation will be directed by Crisanto B. Aquino.

The much-awaited adaptation is expected to bring the heart and humor of the hit original 2017 Korean series with a Pinoy touch. Catch the premiere of Fight for My Way this November 20, exclusively on Viva One.

Fight for My Way follows the story of four young adults, fighting for their dreams despite life’s challenges and hardships. The original Korean series, starring Park Seo Jun, Kim Ji Won, Ahn Jae Hong, and Song Ha Yoon, resonated with viewers with its relatable representation of friendship, ambition, love, and finding courage to restart life.

For its Pinoy version, David and Ashtine will play the roles of Hanz and Aira, who are best friends for more than two decades. They grew up together, becoming each other’s biggest supporters through every stage of their lives.

Aira is an energetic and outspoken woman who dreamed of becoming a TV announcer, but due to her life struggles, she decided to take a different path. In the present, she works at the information desk of a department store.

Hanz is a former taekwondo prodigy and dreamed of becoming a professional fighter, but due to financial struggles, he didn’t pursue it, resulting in him working in pest control instead.

Amidst the challenges of adulthood, Aira and Hanz continue to push each other to try another shot at their dreams. As they fight for their future, Aira and Hanz begin to see each other differently. Will their relationship turn from friends to lovers?

Joining them are McCoy as Manny and Aubrey as Sally, and now completing their group called “Crazy Fantastic Four.”

Practical and career-driven, Manny works at a home shopping network and is the group’s voice of reason. On the other hand, Sally is a warm, patient, and understanding member of the group. Manny and Sally have been together for years, and their relationship adds another layer to their group’s dynamic as they go through their lives together. This series also marks the first on-screen pairing of McCoy and Aubrey.

Beyond the Crazy Fantastic Four, this series also features a talented supporting cast: Rob Gomez as Marvin, a doctor who becomes Aira’s boyfriend but hides a deceptive side; Icee Ejercito as Julia, Hanz’s manipulative ex-girlfriend and a prominent TV anchor; Rafa Siguion-Reyna plays Coach Leon, Hanz’s eccentric yet devoted coach who serves as a father figure to him; Albie Casiño portrays Franco, a wealthy MMA fighter who becomes Hanz’s rival; Abby Bautista plays the role of Marie, an intern who pursues Manny and threatens his relationship with Sally; Maui Taylor is Angie, the four friends’ mysterious landlady who keeps a watchful eye on their lives.

Also joining them are Taneo, Marlo Mortel, Billy Villeta, Maru Delgado, Lester Llansang, and Nikka Ruiz, among many others.

A story conference held last September gave the fans a first look at the actors bringing the well-loved story to life. The grand reveal reached significant buzz online, with the fans welcoming the Pinoy version of the iconic “Crazy Fantastic Four,” sharing their excitement over the fresh pairings, and citing how well the actors seemed to fit the characters.

The adaptation announcement reached 14.6 million social media engagements within 24 hours, together with wide TV and print coverage from various media outlets, further building excitement for the Filipino version of the much-beloved K-drama series.

Now, the cast is ready to show what they have to bring these characters to life by preparing for the series through workshops, bonding activities, and studying the original material, while also creating their own interpretations of their respective roles.

To prepare for his role as Hanz, David has started training in mixed martial arts and taekwondo, tapping into his love of action films and childhood admiration for Jackie Chan and Jet Li. He also embraces the challenge of playing Hanz, a role that carries added significance given his admiration for Park Seo Joon. Instead of avoiding pressure, he sees it as a motivation to give Hanz his very own identity while also acknowledging what audiences already love about the character.

After winning the Best Actress Award at the 2026 Manila International Film Festival for her role in Manila’s Finest, Ashtine shared that being a part of Fight for My Way is meaningful for her as a self-confessed fan of the original. She plans to stay true to Aira while also bringing her own perspective and personality to the role.

Director Crisanto B. Aquino shared that directing Fight for My Way comes with a mission beyond simply recreating the series. The goal is to preserve the heart of the original story by showcasing Filipino culture through locations across the Philippines, local cuisine, and the everyday life of the Filipino people.

With its heartwarming story of friendship, love, and fighting for your goals, Fight for My Way brings a familiar K-drama into a proudly Filipino world, wherein the biggest battles are not just about reaching your dreams, but also finding courage to keep fighting for them.

The first episode of Fight for My Way will be released via Viva One on November 20, with a new episode every Friday thereafter.

Watch the official trailer of Fight for My Way here:

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