Photo credit: Ivana Alawi

Ivana Alawi has officially said goodbye to her beloved character Bubbles in the hit series Batang Quiapo. In a heartfelt message, Ivana shared her thoughts and emotions as she wrapped up her role, reflecting on her journey and expressing gratitude to everyone involved in the show.

When the opportunity to join Batang Quiapo first came her way, Ivana admitted she had doubts. “Nung unang inalok sakin ang Batang Quiapo, isang malaking tanong ang pumasok sa isip ko. Bakit ako? Kaya ko ba ito? Deserve ko ba?” she revealed. Despite these uncertainties, her trust in ABS-CBN, especially in Tita Cory, Direk Coco, and her own prayers, gave her the confidence to embrace the role wholeheartedly.

Ivana’s pride in the show was evident as she took to social media to thank everyone who made her journey memorable. “Kaya naman gusto ko magpasalamat sa lahat ng bumubuo ng Batang Quiapo,” she said, extending her appreciation to Direk Coco, her co-stars, the technical staff, and the entire production team. Her gratitude was palpable as she recognized the care and support she received throughout her time on the show.

As her chapter with Batang Quiapo comes to a close, Ivana shared her reflections, saying, “At ngayong tapos na ang isang chapter ng buhay ko sa Batang Quiapo, babaunin ko ang lahat ng natutunan ko.” Her heartfelt message concluded with a plea for continued support for the show and a fond farewell from Bubbles.

“From the bottom of my heart, Maraming salamat sa inyong lahat, sa inyong walang sawang pagtanggap sa akin gabi-gabi, sa pagmamahal niyo kay Bubbles. Salamat po ng marami at sana patuloy niyo parin supportahan ang Batang Quiapo. 🙏”

In a dramatic twist during Monday’s (July 29, 2024) episode, Alawi’s character Bubbles met a tragic end when she was gunned down by David, portrayed by McCoy De Leon. It’s a significant moment for the series, marking the end of a memorable character arc and the beginning of a new chapter for Ivana and the show.