Senior High has quickly become one of the most beloved shows in the Philippines, capturing the hearts of viewers with its compelling storytelling and dynamic cast.
As the show enters its second season (High Street), fans are eagerly anticipating what's in store, especially concerning the fresh faces and returning talents.
The snippets taken from the cast's look test, which was released yesterday, April 9, 2024 on ABS-CBN.com, shows the next chapter of their lives after graduating from Northford High School.
As a sampler, Zaijian Jaranilla is clad in a police uniform, while Xyiel Manabat is wearing a nursing scrub suit.
Get to know more about the High Street cast, both returning and new members, and other shows and movies where we may have seen them before.
Returning Cast Members
Andrea Brillantes
Once again, Andrea plays the lead role of Sky Love Cruz.
She has appeared in various shows, including the Annaliza (2013) and Kadenang Ginto (2018).
Juan Karlos Labajo
JK is cast again as Gino Acosta.
Among his acting gigs include the ABS-CBN television series Hawak-Kamay (2014), Pangako Sa 'Yo (2015), and A Love to Last (2017).
He has also ventured into film and earned nominations for the Gawad Urian Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Blue Room (2022) and portraying Senator Ninoy Aquino in the musical biopic Ako si Ninoy (2023).
Elijah Canlas
Archie Aguerro is Elijah's role in this season.
Aside from this show, he played different roles in TV shows, such as Gameboys (2020), Gameboys Season 2 (2022), Gameboys Level-Up Edition (2020), and My Fantastic Pag-Ibig (2021).
In the movies, he took part in KALEL, 15 (2019), Gameboys the Movie (2021), and Gomburza (2023).
Zaijan Jaranilla
Zaijan plays the role of Tim Castro in seasons one and two.
Before this show, he was part of Bagani (2018), The Broken Marriage Vow (2022), and Darna (2022).
Zaijan and Elijah co-starred in the movies KALEL, 15 and Gomburza.
Xyriel Manabat
Roxy Cristobal is Xyriel's character in this series.
She also played the role of young Anna Manalastas (Coney Reyes) in the series100 Days to Heaven (2011) and as Tonet Pavia in Dirty Linen (2023).
Miggy Jimenez
Miggy Jimenez was a Kapuso child star and part of the children's show Tropang Potchi (2009 to 2015)
In the recent years, some of Miggy's notable works include Ang Duyan Ng Magiting (2023), Gameboys Season 2 (2022), and Gameboys Level-Up Edition (2020).
He has been part of the movies Two and One (2022), Gameboys the Movie (2021), Patient X (2009), and The Seventies (2002).
TOMMY ALEJANDRINO
Tommy is coming back as the two-faced Kenjie.
He and Elijah are both alumni of Philippine High School for the Arts.
Among his recent projects: Gomburza and Mallari, which are both Metro Manila Film Festival 2023 box-office hits.
DanielA Stranner
Daniela was not seen on the snippets taken from the look test, but Dreamscape Entertainment, which is behind the show's production, announced on X yesterday, April 10, that she will be returning as Zyra.
Before this, she was part of the mini series Fractured (2023) and Love At First Stream (2021).
GELA ATAYDE
Gela plays Sanya.
The daughter of Sylvia Sanchez and sister of Ria and Arjo Atayde is actually a dance champion who recently made a crossover to acting.
Mon Confiado
A prolific Filipino actor, Mon returns as the villain William.
He is presently part of the Kapuso series Makiling (2024), and is also cast in the crime drama Sellblock.
New High Street Cast Members
DIMPLES ROMANA
Some of Dimples' standout roles include Daniella Mondragon-Bartolome in the afternoon drama series Kadenang Ginto (2019), Emilia "Emy" Biglang-awa in A Beautiful Affair (2012), Angela Carlos in 100 Days to Heaven (2011), Alvira del Valle in Mara Clara (2010), and Criselda Barrameda in Agua Bendita (2010).
ROMNICK SARMENTA
Romnick, an actor with a career spanning nearly five decades, has been involved in various TV shows and movies, showcasing his talent and versatility in the entertainment industry.
Some of his notable works include Gulong ng Palad (1977), Tirad Pass: The Story of Gen. Gregorio del Pilar (1997), Miguel/Michelle (1998), and 2 Good 2 Be True (2022).
AC Bonifacio
AC worked with comedy series Lyric and Beat (2022) and had a stint on American series Riverdale (2017).
Her career highlights also include being a resident dancer at the Richmond-based Fresh Groove dance studio and winning the Hip Hop Junior Championship Title as a member of the Freshh 2.0 crew.
Harvey Bautista
Harvey had been seen in TV shows such as Love Thy Woman (2020), Halik (2018), Doble Kara (2015), and Hawak Kamay (2014).
He also appeared in the movie Ilawod (2017) and has received nominations from the PMPC Star Awards for Television.
Ralph de Leon
Ralph has appeared in various TV shows and movies throughout his career.
Some of his notable works include Zoomers (2024), a TV Series, BASEketball soundtrack (1998), White as Snow (2010), and Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (2011).
INKA MAGNAYE
Inka, a talented voice-over artist and content creator, has been gaining attention for her exceptional voice-acting skills showcased in various platforms.
Some of her notable works include Start-Up Ph (2022), Zero Kilometers Away (2023), and Surprise (2023).
She is also the voice behind the Scarab, called Khaji-Da, in the DC superhero film Blue Beetle.