Sky, Kristof, RJ and Allen on modern dating, ultimate quarantine activities, and first-ever interactive BL series

As the BL (Boys’ Love) genre continues to shape modern entertainment, live digital series “Kumusta Bro” joins the trend with a fresh, unique, and spectacular viewing experience. Main starrers Sky Quizon, Kristof Garcia, RJ Agustin, and Allen Cecilio share what sets their show apart from the rest of the BL series offered in different platforms today.

“Kumusta Bro” is not just your ordinary lockdown drama with a narrative told through a chain of virtual conferences among the actors. It is anchored on the live streaming application “Kumu” where the four main characters are brought altogether. Since it aims to showcase the realities of the live streaming culture, the talents are given the freedom to tweak their lines and decide on the next sequences based on the live audiences’ reactions. “It’s very unique because it’s live. We have a script guide but as actors we have the luxury to improvise. Iba siya because it’s a theater online, no take twos,” said Sky. This gives ecstatic fans the opportunity to interact with the cast.

The theater-like set-up in the digital sphere sounds exciting yet challenging. Several factors like technical difficulties arise during the live shows. It is therefore important that actors have background in troubleshooting. Still as part of their preparations, the cast went on a series of virtual workshops to help establish their connection – chemistry and technical-wise.

There is still a stigma attached to producing a BL series but this did not hinder Sky, Kristof, Allen and RJ from taking the project. The actors are all ecstatic to be part of an unconventional material besides the fact that offers are crucial in this time of a crisis. “Swerte mo na kapag nakakuha ka ng trabaho,” Allen openly admits. Sky and Allen have long been asked by fans to take a BL project and they knew it was just a matter of time before they land on an artistically satisfying content. It was the unique concept and potential that made them say ‘yes’ to “Kumusta Bro” right away.

The quick-witted Sky who became more popular after joining Pinoy Big Brother Otso, plays the role of Thirdy, a “Kumu” live streamer. It’s Showtime’s” BidaMan Kristof will take on the character of Benj, a jock who plays basketball and with girls’ feelings. Allen is  a hopeless romantic trying to pursue his long-time crush via digital means while RJ is a young entrepreneur looking for love.

The way the gang poked fun at one another during the interview is a clear sign of the friendship solidified within weeks of workshops and preparations, thus we could expect tons of natural chemistry and light moments on the show.