Love team Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin, collectively known as FranSeth, emphasized that they feel no pressure to enter a romantic relationship just to satisfy fans in a recent interview.
The duo stressed authenticity in their public image, with Fedelin stating, “We just let our followers see the real us. That way, they feel at ease. No matter what comes our way, they remain steady.”
Diaz echoed his sentiment, saying, “We don’t need to lie about our real status. Our fans understand us—they know the truth. In fact, if anyone knows the real score between me and Seth, it’s them.”
When pressed about the nature of their relationship, Fedelin acknowledged their long-standing bond: “We’ve been tested by time. Our love team has had ups and downs, but we’re still together. I can assure you, I want Francine to be part of my future.
However, Diaz clarified that his statement shouldn’t be interpreted romantically. “Just because Seth sees me in his future doesn’t mean there’s romance. Right now, we’re best friends. We won’t rush answers just to please the public.”
The pair emphasized protecting their friendship and professional partnership. “We guard our work and our on-screen chemistry. If we ever take things to the next level, we won’t hide it from fans,” Diaz said.
Fedelin added that they remain cautious about future commitments. “We can’t predict what lies ahead or what challenges we’ll face. But we won’t mislead fans—FranSeth’s strength is being true to each other as friends and allies.”
While acknowledging their close bond, Diaz said love should not be rushed. “We have our own fears, which is why we’re not rushing into anything. Our parents also remind us to focus on our careers first. Love can wait.”
Fans of the hit love team will have to stay patient as the stars navigate their relationship, both on and off-screen, at their own pace.
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How proud are we of our Filipino roots? Are we aware that many original “Pinoy” things often go unrecognized or underappreciated? These are some of the questions explored in I Love Filipino, the first all-Filipino documentary series to stream on Netflix Philippines.
Produced by Team MMPI Production, the five-part series premiered on June 12, coinciding with the celebration of Independence Day. It was produced by Marnie Manicad, who also serves as CEO, executive producer, and principal director of Team MMPI.
“It has always been Team MMPI’s advocacy to promote nationalism,” Manicad said. “I believe that producing positive content can uplift our spirit as a nation and help us face future challenges. I want to contribute to positive change by highlighting our heritage, culture, creativity, and talent.”
As director, Manicad gained a deeper appreciation of Filipino traditions, values, and origins. “I learned a lot while filming. It was enlightening to understand the stories behind our food, the Bahay Kubo, music, and architecture. I especially enjoyed working on the ‘Sawsawjuan’ episode. It shows there’s so much to learn from the ordinary things in our daily lives,” she said.
Each episode tackles a different cultural theme. Pinoy Altanghap explores Filipino food favorites like Tapsilog, Lechon CarCar, and Sisig, and asks what flavors truly appeal to Filipinos. It also looks at staple ingredients in Filipino cooking.
Himig focuses on Filipino music and its role in our culture, asking how we can preserve it amid foreign influences. Juan with Art features modern Filipino artists like comic book artist Leinil Yu, painter Ronald Ventura, and sculptor Michael Cacnio, showcasing their global recognition.
Sawsawjuan delves into the Filipino love for sawsawan or dipping sauces, while Bahay Kubo highlights the traditional nipa hut, not just as a symbol of simplicity, but as an inspiration for modern Filipino architecture dating back to the 1970s.
The series is hosted by Manicad’s husband, television journalist Jiggy Manicad. “We have so much cultural wealth and heritage that we should be aware of,” he said. “I Love Filipino is a step toward bringing this into every Filipino’s consciousness.”
