Julia Barretto’s supposedly first project on television ‘Cofradia’ has been axed by the ABS-CBN management due to numerous comments from netizens that the teleserye will be verging towards racism.
The beautiful 16-year-old daughter of actress-turned-politician Marjorie Barretto and comedian-turned-politician Dennis Padilla is supposedly doing her big break playing the lead role in the network’s new soap opera ‘Cofradia,’ but was reportedly cancelled due to racism issues.
‘Cofradia’ is a novel by Dominador Ad Castillo. It tells a story of a girl who is afraid to love and co-exist with people surrounding her because of her dark complexion. However, she will eventually transform into a beautiful young lady through the help of a magic candle.
It was first starred by veteran actress Gloria Romero in 1953 and Gina Alajar made a remake of the movie in 1973. Both films were a success in the box office.
ABS-CBN decided not to push through with the project for the reason that it might send a message that real beauty can only be found in people with fair complexion.
Meanwhile, ABS-CBN management is now being set to create another good concept for Julia’s launching drama project.
Recently, the rising Kapamilya actress also gave life to the character of Alex in MMK’s June 15 episode.
Rumors have also spread online that the reasons why Cofradia was cancelled is because of the dismal ratings of Julia Barretto’s “MMK” episode. However, the episode actually posted 35.6% national rating and was the most-watched television program for that day.
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