Xyriel Manabat is thrilled to be surrounded by acting luminaries in Dirty Linen, and she’s even more honored to have found new mentors in them. In this episode of Kapamilya Chat, the young actress shares what it’s like working with her co-stars and living with them in a bubble.

She plays the daughter of Epy Quizon’s character in the story. She said Epy is a generous guy, always prepared with food to add to their pantry. Of course, as the son of the late Comedy King Dolphy, he is naturally funny. Xyriel may be a lot younger than him but their humor perfectly fits.

Angel Aquino, whom she described as perfectly gorgeous and kind, is her mother figure on set. Sometimes they bond by eating out.

Xyriel admitted that she was initially intimidated by Janice de Belen until she saw the veteran actress’ funny side during a gathering. When it comes to acting, Janice is very supportive in that she motivates her co-stars even if she’s not in the scene.

We can’t blame Xyriel for fangirling on set. When she met John Arcilla, she asked for a photo op and told him he is her idol. Later, her ‘hugot’ about her followers would become their running joke.

Tessie Tomas is the matriarch of the family on- and off-cam. And who wouldn’t feel ‘kilig’ when recognized by the iconic actress? Xyriel mentioned that Tessie remembers they worked together in Noah.

Then, she was praised by award-winning actor Christian Bables in her her hysterical scene where Ador’s scandal was played in public. She didn’t know the scene required big reactions but she obliged when asked to cry and act hysterical on the spot, hence, Christian was amazed. The actor told her, “Alam mo ang galing mong artista,” and she got teary-eyed hearing those words. Such praise, especially if it’s from an acclaimed actor like Christian, helps her overcome self-criticism.

Food is the love language of the Dirty Linen cast, thus, restaurateur Joel Torre contributes a lot to their food trips by bringing “inasal.” Speaking of their pantry, Xyriel revealed that she also brings food baked or cooked by her mom.

She gushed about the youthful beauty of Jennica Garcia, whom she describes as her ‘Ate’ figure, the one she can talk to about girly things.

The same goes for Janine Gutierrez, who is blessed with natural charisma. She’s infectiously giddy, like a little kid who gets happy when handed candy or goodies baked by Xyriel’s mother.

When asked about her on-screen brother Raven Rigor, she admitted they were awkward at first. Eventually, they broke down each other’s walls and now treat each other like real siblings thanks in part to Raven’s gentlemanly ways.

The behind-the-scenes of Dirty Linen seems pretty fun, but once the camera starts grinding, everyone devours and leaves no crumbs.

Catch Dirty Linen, weeknights, on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, and A2Z.