Lance Joseph Martinez

5 Reasons Why Fyang Smith Is a Star to Watch in Philippine Showbiz

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<p>Among the rising stars of her generation, one name continues to remain at the center of the conversation in Philippine showbiz: <a href="https://metro.style/people/2025/9/16/metro-digital-cover-fyang-smith-gets-real-candid-and-reflective-on-embracing-criticism-2030"><strong>Fyang Smith.</strong></a></p><p>Since emerging as the <strong>Big Winner</strong> of <strong><em>Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11</em></strong> in 2024, Fyang has maintained a strong presence both online and on screen. From one project to another, the young star has shown no sign of slowing down, steadily building a career that continues to gain momentum. She&#x27;s even among the nominees at the Seoul International Drama Awards 2026 for the rom-com fantasy series <em><strong>Ghosting</strong></em>.<em><strong></strong></em> </p><p>What started as a special participation in the 2024 romantic comedy <strong><em>My Love Will Make You Disappear</em></strong> soon evolved into bigger opportunities. Alongside her on-screen partner <strong>JM Ibarra</strong>, Fyang became part of the main cast of the <strong>2025 Metro Manila Film Festival</strong> entry <strong><em>Shake, Rattle &amp; Roll: Evil Origins</em></strong>, before eventually headlining their own film, <strong><em>Almost Us</em></strong><em></em><em><strong>.</strong></em><em></em><strong><em> </em></strong></p><div><strong></strong><br/></div><div><strong><em></em></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1781703527673Screenshot 2026-06-17 at 9.37.11 PM.png" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Fyang Smith for the September 2025 METRO Cover | Photography by Dookie Ducay</span></span></span><em></em></strong></div><div><br/></div><p>At just 20 years old, Fyang has gradually carved out her own identity both within and beyond the immensely popular <strong>“JMFyang” </strong>love team. Today, she is one of the most visible young celebrities in the country—appearing on billboards, starring in television projects, and drawing audiences to cinemas through a growing list of film appearances.</p><p>With her star continuing to rise, <strong>METRO</strong> rounds up five reasons why Fyang Smith is undoubtedly a star to watch in Philippine showbiz.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>She is loved and supported by many people.<br/></strong></div><p>Before joining <strong><em>Pinoy Big Brother</em></strong>, Fyang Smith had already built a strong fanbase, especially among social media users, even when she was still a rising TikTok influencer. She gained popularity for her lifestyle, fashion, and beauty content—remarkably, at just around 16 years old at the time.</p><p>In fact, prior to her entry into the <em>PBB</em> house, Fyang was already an established digital creator, amassing<strong> 5.9 million</strong> followers on <strong>TikTok</strong> and <strong>1.5 million</strong> on <strong>Instagram</strong>.</p><p>Her eventual victory in<em> Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11 </em>on October 26, 2024, where she was crowned Big Winner with <strong>30.66% </strong>of the public votes, only solidified her rising star status and marked the official beginning of her flourishing career in showbiz.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1781702232538[image] - 3631219.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Fyang Smith during Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11&#x27;s The Big Night | Photo from @_sofiasmith</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She enjoys enduring popularity among fans.<br/></strong></div><p>There is no denying that Fyang Smith is one of the most popular young stars today. The numbers speak for themselves. From her already impressive social media presence before entering showbiz, Fyang has continued to expand her reach, now boasting <strong>2.6 million</strong> followers on <strong>Instagram</strong> and <strong>13.1 million </strong>followers on <strong>TikTok</strong>.</p><p>Among her peers, those figures place her at the forefront of the digital landscape. Beyond the follower count, her engagement remains remarkably strong and consistent. A simple Instagram post from the young star can easily generate between 200,000 and 500,000 reactions, while her TikTok uploads regularly rack up millions of views, with some surpassing the 10-million mark.</p><p>Those statistics alone reflect the immense influence she commands online. However, her popularity extends far beyond social media metrics. Her popularity goes beyond social media metrics, as many people have come to recognize her name, <strong>“Fyang,”</strong> which remains one of the more unique names among today’s young stars.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1781702656360[image] - 7183041.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Fyang Smith for METRO | Photography by Dookie Ducay</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She consistently lands brand endorsements and commercial deals.<br/></strong></div><p>A quick scroll through Fyang Smith’s Instagram account is enough to show just how in demand she is in the advertising world. With an impressive roster of endorsements and commercial partnerships, the young star continues to prove her strong influence and relevance both online and in mainstream entertainment.</p><p>From becoming one of the faces of popular fast-food chain <strong>Mang Inasal</strong>,<strong></strong> Fyang has also secured endorsement deals with several well-known brands, including <strong>Bench</strong><strong></strong>,<strong> </strong><strong>Colgate</strong>,<strong> BeautyVault</strong>,<strong> Skintific</strong>,<strong> </strong>and<strong> Del Monte Drinks</strong>,<strong> </strong>among many others. Her growing list of partnerships reflects not only her massive reach but also the trust that major brands place in her appeal and marketability.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1781702028976[image] - 4603547.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Fyang Smith for Mang Inasal | Photo from @_sofiasmith<br/><br/></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1781702119896[image] - 1988938.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Fyang Smith for Skintific | Photo from @_sofiasmith</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She continues to improve and grow in her craft.<br/></strong></div><p>While things may seem to be falling into place for Fyang Smith now, her journey in the entertainment industry was far from effortless. Transitioning from being a social media influencer to becoming a full-fledged television personality came with its own challenges. Known for her straightforward personality, Fyang had to adapt to the demands of showbiz while gradually discovering that acting was a path she genuinely wanted to pursue.</p><p>A turning point in her career came when she landed her first lead role in the web series <strong><em>Ghosting</em></strong>. The project earned positive feedback from viewers, with many praising not only Fyang’s performance but also her on-screen chemistry with her love team partner, JM Ibarra.</p><p>Since then, Fyang has continued to impress audiences with every new project. Many viewers noticed how natural she appears on screen, while several of her co-stars have also spoken highly of her growth as an actress. Among them is veteran actress <strong>Dina Bonnevie</strong>, who worked alongside Fyang in <strong><em>Love Is Never Gone </em></strong>and has expressed admiration for the young star’s dedication and potential on multiple occasions.</p><p>Although Fyang herself acknowledges that there is still much to learn and improve on, her steady progress as both an actress and television personality has been impossible to ignore. With each project, she continues to prove why many see her as one of the industry’s most promising young stars.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1781702736724[image] - 1787381.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Fyang Smith and JM Ibarra&#x27;s &#x27;Ghosting&#x27; | Photo from @iwantofficial</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe width="925" height="525" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-5mqiszVl-E?si=sNinQH5erDPqBDbz" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She has a strong onscreen partner in JM Ibarra, who helps her become a better artist.</strong></div><p>One of the key reasons many believe Fyang Smith is poised to become the next big thing is her strong support system—not only from her family, but also from her love team partner JM Ibarra, who has consistently stood by her throughout her rising entertainment career.</p><p>During a cover shoot with <a href="https://metro.style/people/2025/9/11/future-perfect-jm-ibarra-and-fyang-smith-make-a-mark-as-a-loveteam-in-the-digital-series-ghosting-1200"><strong>METRO</strong></a> featuring JMFyang, the pair showed noticeable support for one another on set. They were seen cheering each other on during individual shoots and stepping in to lighten the mood whenever one felt overwhelmed by interview questions, highlighting their on- and off-screen chemistry.</p><p>Still, beyond her love team, Fyang continues to prove that she is a star in her own right. Her growing popularity and steady rise in the industry reflect why she is increasingly regarded as one of the most promising young talents among her peers. While there are still milestones ahead for her to achieve, there is no denying her strong potential to become one of the next leading names in Philippine showbiz.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1781703046285Screenshot 2026-06-17 at 9.28.58 PM.png" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Fyang Smith and JM Ibarra for METRO | Photography by Dookie Ducay</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Lead photos from <strong>@_sofiasmith</strong></p>

<p>From billboards to television projects and a steadily growing film career, Fyang Smith continues to make her mark in showbiz, and with that, Metro highlights five reasons she’s fast becoming one of the industry’s most talked-about young stars.</p>

From billboards to television projects and a steadily growing film career, Fyang Smith continues to make her mark in showbiz, and with that, Metro highlights five reasons she’s fast becoming one of the industry’s most talked-about young stars.

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Lance Joseph Martinez

Published June 19, 2026 10:00 PM PHT

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Updated June 19, 2026 10:05 PM PHT

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