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5 Things We Love About Piolo Pascual and Kyle Echarri’s ‘The Ride’

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<p>If action-thriller flicks are your thing, then <strong>Piolo Pascual</strong> and <strong>Kyle Echarri’s</strong> newly released film <strong><em>The Ride</em></strong> should definitely be on your must-watch list.</p><p>Directed by <strong>Thop Nazareno</strong>, the film stars Piolo as Barry, a father estranged from his son Leo (Kyle Echarri), who has become entangled in illegal activities. The story takes audiences on a heart-pounding journey as the two race to escape danger while confronting their painful past.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe width="925" height="525" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/P-dnzj_iILY?si=Xoh9ICjAs3qs9bdA" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br/></div><div><br/></div><p>Now showing<strong> exclusively in SM Cinemas</strong>, <em>The Ride</em> promises a gripping cinematic experience—from its intense visuals to its powerful dialogue.</p><p>During its red carpet premiere at The Block, SM North EDSA, Piolo shared why this project holds a special place in his heart, revealing that the challenges they faced during filming made the experience even more meaningful.</p><p>“It’s really hit close to home because, you know, <em>pero mahirap ‘yung pinagdaanan namin dito,</em> but it was more than worth it,” he said.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758871262412Screenshot 2025-09-26 at 3.20.42 PM.png" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @cornerstone</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p>The award-winning actor also assured viewers that, despite its relatively short runtime, the film will keep them hooked—thanks to Director Thop’s masterful storytelling.</p><p>“<em>Maiksi lang ‘yung pelikula, </em>so just enjoy it from the beginning until the end, <em>kasi itong si Direk </em>Thop<em> talaga ay napakagaling kung paano niya ginawa ‘yung pelikula</em>,” he added.</p><p>And because we don’t want to spoil too much of the story, <strong>here are five reasons why we absolutely appreciated Piolo Pascual and Kyle Echarri’s <em>The Ride</em></strong>.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>A New Lens to Depict Father and Son Relationship</strong></div><p>The film offers a fresh take on the father-and-son dynamic, portraying a strained and distant relationship between Barry and Leo. With Barry involved in illegal work and Leo living a reckless “<em>basag-ulo</em>” lifestyle, the two are shown as almost strangers—disconnected and seemingly without any bond.</p><p>However, as the story reaches its climax, that wall between them begins to break. In a classic yet powerful fatherly gesture, Barry makes the ultimate sacrifice, proving that despite their differences, a parent’s love will always prevail.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DO9w5JMEnWh/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A680225%2C%22ls%22%3A678475%2C%22le%22%3A680221%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Piolo Pascual as the “Bad Boy”</strong></div><p>We’ve seen Piolo Pascual showcase his acting versatility through the years, from his unforgettable roles as Lino in <strong><em>Milan</em></strong>, Marco in <em><strong>Starting Over Again</strong></em>, to Rafael in <strong><em>Pamilya Sagrado</em></strong>. But in his latest project, viewers are about to witness a completely different side of the seasoned actor.</p><p>Even his co-star Kyle Echarri couldn’t help but praise Piolo’s transformation, sharing during the film’s red carpet premiere that fans should brace themselves for something new.</p><p>“<em>At s&#x27;yempre, magagalit siya &#x27;pag sinabi ko, pero </em>icon<em> na siya. Alam na natin, isang </em>icon<em> ang </em>Piolo Pascual. <em>At iba ‘yung mabibigay ni </em>Piolo<em> dito.</em> I don’t think you guys have seen a role this dark, this deep from Piolo. I’m really excited for you guys to see <em>kung paano namin ginawa ‘to</em>,” Kyle said, hinting at the depth and darkness of Piolo’s portrayal, a side the audience has never seen before.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DO8R3WigYhi/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A708764%2C%22ls%22%3A678475%2C%22le%22%3A680221%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="798" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Kyle Echarri’s Acting</strong></div><p>With seasoned actors like <strong>Piolo Pascual</strong>,<strong></strong> <strong>Alex Medina</strong>, <strong>Gabby Eigenmann</strong>, and <strong>Joey Marquez</strong><strong></strong> leading the pack, expectations were already high, and true enough, their years of experience in the industry shone through, especially in an action-thriller like <em>The Ride</em>.</p><p>But one standout performance came from Kyle, who showcased impressive emotional range throughout the film. From portraying a rebellious racer to a son deeply concerned for his mother’s well-being, Kyle delivered one heartfelt moment after another, including a tear-jerking scene towards the end of the film.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DO8RYf2gWZJ/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A740890%2C%22ls%22%3A678475%2C%22le%22%3A680221%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="766" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Barry’s Inner Monologue</strong></div><p>Piolo Pascual takes center stage as Barry, the film’s main protagonist, and one of the most compelling storytelling techniques used to drive the narrative is his inner monologue.</p><p>Through Barry’s narration, viewers gain deeper insight into his family life and the nature of his work, all seen through his personal lens. This approach proves impactful right from the start, as within just the first 10 minutes, the story’s core is already laid out, particularly his perception of his son Leo.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Action-Packed Scenes</strong></div><p>Staying true to its promise of delivering a heart-pounding action-thriller, <em>The Ride </em>definitely lives up to the hype. From start to finish, every scene keeps audiences hooked, but it’s the intense <strong><em></em></strong><em></em><em>&quot;palengke </em>scene<em>&quot;</em> that steals the spotlight.</p><p>It’s not just Piolo Pascual and Kyle Echarri who shine—even the supporting casts. What makes the scene truly stand out is how every character feels involved in the fight for survival, each one contributing to the gripping tension as they attempt to escape.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DO-neaMDaon/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A790649%2C%22ls%22%3A678475%2C%22le%22%3A680221%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="857" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-6" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Lead photo from<strong> @cornerstone</strong></p>

<p>If action-thriller flicks are your thing, then <b>Piolo Pascual</b> and <b>Kyle Echarri’s</b> newly released film "<i><b>The Ride"</b></i> should definitely be on your must-watch list.</p>

If action-thriller flicks are your thing, then Piolo Pascual and Kyle Echarri’s newly released film " The Ride" should definitely be on your must-watch list.