Metro Manila, Philippines – Fans and netizens are praising the chemistry and performances of Xyriel Manabat and Kyle Echarri in Netflix’s coming-of-age film “18th Rose,” with many saying the movie struck a strong emotional chord.
Viewers took to social media to share their reactions, describing the film as both “heartbreaking” and “kilig,” with some highlighting Manabat’s performance.
“Grabe para akong baliw dito sa #18thRose iyak tawa kilig. Isa ka talagang alamat ms #XyrielManabat,” one user wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
Others pointed to the pairing of the two actors, calling their first on-screen team-up effective and memorable.
“This is their first team-up but it didn’t disappoint. Dang, @kyle_echarri is so good at making hearts flutter and Xyriel is so good at making us cry,” another post read.
