Gil Cuerva’s star rises

It has been six weeks now since inexperienced actor Gil Cuerva took on a primetime lead role as Matteo Domingo in GMA Network’s adaptation of the hit Korean TV series, “My Love from the Star.” While his fans have grown accustomed to his portrayal of an alien trying to live harmoniously with humans, his critics are far from being appeased.

From the time it was announced he landed the Filipino equivalent of Korean superstar Kim Soo-hyun’s character up until the show’s premiere on May 29, Cuerva has had to endure a good deal of criticisms. There were many who said a newcomer like him does not deserve a leading man role. Others proposed a long list of names whom they believe could do the job better.