Rabin Angeles
| Rabin Angeles | |
|---|---|
| Born | Rabin Josh Macarayo Angeles November 14, 2004 Angeles, Pampanga, Philippines |
| Education | Holy Angel University |
| Occupations | Actor singer dancer |
| Years active | 2023–present |
| Agent | Viva Artists Agency |
| Website | Rabin Angeles |
Rabin Josh Macarayo Angeles (born November 14, 2004), is a Filipino actor, singer and dancer recognized for his breakout role as Yuri Hanamitchi in the hit Philippine romantic-comedy series Ang Mutya ng Section E.[1]
Early life
Rabin Josh Angeles was born in Pampanga, Philippines, and is the youngest of three siblings. His father died when he was four years old. Angeles graduated high school from Holy Angel University in Pampanga.[2]
Career
Debut
Discovered by film director Jason Paul Laxamana, Angeles began his acting career in 2023 with supporting roles in projects such as the boys' love series The Day I Loved You and the action-fantasy film Penduko.[1]
His first guest appearance in music videos was in 2023 in "Scarlet" by Marielle Belleza.[3]
Breakthrough
In 2024, he was cast as Yuri Hanamitchi, a Filipino-Japanese second lead in the Viva One series Ang Mutya ng Section E. The role, which required him to dye his hair bright red, showcased his willingness to transform physically and emotionally for his characters. The series garnered significant attention.[4]
He won the Excellence Award for Television Actor at the 3rd Laurus Nobilis Media Awards – For his role in Ang Mutya ng Section E.[5]
Angeles appeared alongside co-star Ashtine Olviga in the music video for Earl Agustin’s chart-topping single "Tibok", which debuted on April 9, 2025. The video contributed to the song’s success, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Philippines Hot 100.[6] He released his rendition of the song on music streaming platforms on April 14, 2025.[7]
Since May 23, 2025, Angeles has been a guest host on the noontime variety show Eat Bulaga! on TV5, appearing every Friday.[8]
Endorsement and Ventures
In 2025, Angeles marketed for The Green Flavonoid skincare line by The Lab by Blanc Doux, a South Korean brand distributed by Viva Beauty in the Philippines. He also endorsed Yogorino, a popular dessert brand. Additionally, he launched his own fragrance line, Bin Perfume on April 23, 2025.[9]
Angeles was named as the first Filipino endorser of Botejyu, a Japanese restaurant chain in the country. The announcement happened at a campaign event on June 17, 2025.[10]
Filmography
Film
| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Baby Boy, Baby Girl | Anjo | [11] |
| The Ship Show | Buddy | [12] | |
| Instant Daddy | Winston | [11] | |
| Penduko | OJ | [11] | |
| 2026 | A Werewolf Boy | Boy | [13] |
Television / Digital
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Day I Loved You | Justin | [14] | |
| 2025 | Ang Mutya ng Section E | Yuri Hanamitchi | [4] | |
| Eat Bulaga! | Himself[15] | [8] | ||
| Seducing Drake Palma | Drake Sebastian Palma | [16] | ||
| 2026 | Viva One Originals: RabGel | Episodes: "Ang Rider kong Hudlum", "Us, Maybe", Same Day Error | ||
| Dating Alys Perez | Drake Sebastian Palma |
Music Videos
As guest appearance
| Year | Title | Artist | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | "Scarlet" | Marielle Belleza | [3] |
| "Darating" | Martin Venegas | [17] | |
| 2025 | "Tibok" | Earl Agustin | [6] |
| "Pikit Mata" | Janine | [18] |
Discography
| Title | Year | Album | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Tibok"[19] | 2025 | Non-album single | [7] |
| "Bahalahanap" [20] | Non-album single | [21] |
References
- Back to citation occurrence 1.0 Back to citation occurrence 1.1 Bautista, Rafael (January 16, 2025). "4 Reasons Why Rabin Angeles is Coming for the Gen Z Leading Man Bag". Nylon Manila. Retrieved May 24, 2025.
- Back to citation Cerezo, Anna (April 11, 2025). "Rabin Angeles wants to be a neurologist someday, talks about late father". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved May 24, 2025.
- Back to citation occurrence 3.0 Back to citation occurrence 3.1 Scarlet - Marielle Belleza (Official Music Video). YouTube. Vicor Music. February 24, 2023. Retrieved May 28, 2025.
- Back to citation occurrence 4.0 Back to citation occurrence 4.1 Gabinete, Jojo (March 17, 2025). "Rabin Angeles, nagbago ang mundo dahil sa Ang Mutya ng Section E" [Rabin's world changes because of Ang Mutya ng Section E]. PEP.ph (in Tagalog). Retrieved May 28, 2025.
- Back to citation Santiago, Ervin (May 11, 2025). "Rabin Angeles napiling bida sa "Mission Impossible: Seducing Drake Palma". Bandera (in Tagalog). Retrieved May 24, 2025.
- Back to citation occurrence 6.0 Back to citation occurrence 6.1 Saenz, Rome (April 10, 2025). "Earl Agustin Debuts Music Video For "Tibok" Starring Ashtine Olviga And Rabin Angeles". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved May 24, 2025.
- Back to citation occurrence 7.0 Back to citation occurrence 7.1 "Tibok by Rabin Angeles on Apple Music", Apple Music, April 14, 2025, retrieved June 11, 2025
- Back to citation occurrence 8.0 Back to citation occurrence 8.1 "Rabin bagong Crush ng Bayan". Abante (in Tagalog). June 26, 2025. Retrieved August 22, 2025.
- Back to citation "Rabin on the Rise". Tempo. April 11, 2025. Retrieved May 24, 2025.
- Back to citation Valdez, Jasper (July 6, 2025). "Rabin Angeles' career builds momentum". Manila Standard. Retrieved August 24, 2025.
- Back to citation occurrence 11.0 Back to citation occurrence 11.1 Back to citation occurrence 11.2 Pagulong, Charmaine Joy (April 25, 2025). "How 'Ang Mutya ng Section E' changed Rabin Angeles' life". PhilStar Global. Retrieved August 22, 2025.
- Back to citation "Heaven Peralejo, Marco Gallo to star in movie 'The Ship Show'". ABS-CBN. July 21, 2023. Retrieved August 22, 2025.
- Back to citation "From seducing to taming Rabin Angeles". Lifestyle Inquirer. October 2, 2025.
- Back to citation Williams, K-CI (July 4, 2023). ""The Day I Loved You" BL Drama Stars Raynold Tan & Tommy Alejandrino Felt "Euphoric" During Season 1". Teen Vogue. Retrieved August 22, 2025.
- Back to citation as guest host, appears on Fridays
- Back to citation "Rabin Angeles to lead Seducing Drake Palma". ABS-CBN. May 8, 2025. Retrieved June 4, 2025.
- Back to citation Darating - Martin Venegas(Official Music Video). YouTube. Viva Records. July 30, 2023. Retrieved May 28, 2025.
- Back to citation Saenz, Rome (May 21, 2025). "Janine Premieres Music Video For "Pikit Mata" Starring Rabin Angeles". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved May 24, 2025.
- Back to citation Earl Agustin cover
- Back to citation duet with Angela Muji; mashed up cover of songs Bahala Na and Hanap Hanap by James Reid and Nadine Lustre
- Back to citation "Bahalahanap by Rabin Angeles & Angela Muji". Youtube Music. Retrieved September 9, 2025.
External links
- Rabin Angeles at IMDb