Review of Bugaw (2023 VIVAMAX Film):

Ataska leaves her wholesome and sweet image to do sexy scenes here in her role as a young woman kidnapped and forced into prostitution. So what prompts her to go sexy?

“I really love acting,” she says. “Half of my life is music since I joined ‘The Voice’, but half of it is films talaga. I joined Viva when I was only 13 years old. I played James Reid’s younger sister in ‘Miss Granny’ and I got to sing the song ‘Pangarap Kong Bituin’ there. I also played support in ‘How to Love Mr. Heartache’ with Diego Loyzaga. So now, this is a career move for me.”

Will her family and friends be shocked about what she did in the movie? “My parents are understanding and supportive as they know I really love to act. Yes, my friends might be shocked but this is my choice and I trust Viva kasi I’ve been with them for 8 years now and I know I’m working with professionals.”

She’s glad when she learned her director will be Yam Laranas. “I’ve watched his movies and I really like his work. Nakakatuwa nga kasi Kuya Jay Manalo is in his ‘Balahibong Pusa’ and now, katrabaho ko na siya rito. I also watched other Vivamax films to prepare myself in doing mature roles.