The Alex Gonzaga-Joseph Marco chemistry first worked wonders via the TV adaptation of the Koreanovela "Pure Love" on ABS-CBN.
It was in the same series that televiewers first fell in love with the screen pairing which, sources say, almost led to a real-life romance.

Regal Entertainment's Mother Lily and Roselle Monteverde were among those who took notice of the banked on the TV magic Alex and Joseph created that they chose to cast them as lead stars in the feel-good rom-com "My Rebound Girl".
Shooting Alex and Joseph's romantic scenes in Benguet was a breeze for Directore Emmanuel Dela Cruz.

In the film, Alex is Raquel or Rocky, dubbed as the Pambansang Rebound Girl.

Rocky's dad wanted to bring her with him abroad but she declined and put up her own business, the Perfect Blend Cafe, with several business partner-friends (including boyfriend Timmy) instead.

Rocky may not be a stunner but she is kind, trusting and jolly.

Just when she thinks her plans are falling into place. Timmy, who happens to be their group's main financier, backs out of Perfect Blend to reconcile with an ex-girlfriend.

In short, Rocky is dumped for another girl.

Heartbroken, Rocky had wanted to quit the cafe venture until her saviour, Rich Magsanoc (Joseph) comes along.

Each come on too strong for the other on their first meeting.
Financier Rich also serves as the cafe's manager. As they go along, though, both agree to co-mange the shop on the condition that the cafe will make use of Rich's coffee beans from an almost idle coffee fam.

During one of Rocky's visits to the coffee farm in Benguet, she discovers how much Rich wants to revive the farm to convince his mom against selling the property.

She also learns that Rich has just been dumped by his long-time girlfriend.

From then on, Rocky and Rich's relationship become sweeter as they develop their own signature blends.

Disagreements ended up in a date until Rich finds himself slowly falling for Rocky.
Rocky eventually agrees to be Rich's girlfriend even when at the back of her mind, she wasn't sure whether or not she was getting into another 'rebound" relationship.

Their love story gets a major twist when Rich's former girlfriend shows up the cafe's inauguration.

Will Rocky give up or will she fight for Rich's love this time?

"MRG" is definitely Alex and Joseph's biggest break on the big screen as a tandem.

Form being a host, singer, comedienne and author, Alex moved on to headline the TV series "Inday Bote".

She has also done other movies like "I've Fallen For You" Praybeyt Benjamin  and "Buy Now, Die LAter" but "MRG" is her toughest challenge and based on the trailer, she was able to pass the test with flying colors.

For his part, Joseph has done lead roles for such TV series as "Dolce Amore" and a few films. But "MRG" catapults him to the romantic lead status.
Alex and Joseph's director, Direk Emma himself shows a lot of promise. He has handled several movies like "Slumber Party", "Kailangan Kita" and "Sarong Banggi."

Direk Emma is a screen writer, film maker, theater artist, graphic artist and songwriter. He, too, is one of the founding members of Bedbugs, an underground comics group.
Together, Alex, Joseph and Direk Emma make "My Rebound Girl" a relatable, heart-wrenching yet heartwarming story that will hit you hard with reality - but might just heal your bitter, black, broken heart.

Get a taste of and experience Alex and Joseph's magic as "My Rebound Girl" hits local screens nationwide starting September 28.

Starring Alex Gonzaga and Yen Santos, “Pure Love” is a local adaptation of the much loved 2011 Korean TV series, “49 Days,” which highlights the meaning of true love and the strong ties that bind the family, this time, the Filipino kin.  It tells the story of Diane (Gonzaga), an optimistic girl of wealthy descent who seems to have everything and Ysabel (Santos), an average working girl who leads a rather pointless life since her boyfriend died.

Diane and Ysabel’s fates entwine in an unexpected car accident that leads to Diane’s state of coma.  In another sudden twist of fate, Diane’s soul is separated from her human body.  Diane’s soul meets the mysterious Scheduler (Matt Evans) who tells her that she is not destined to die yet and that she will be given a second chance at life if she will be able to complete a special task - Diane needs to gather three teardrops shed out of pure love from three persons outside her family within a 40-day period.  To help her accomplish her task, the Scheduler gives Diane the chance to inhabit the Ysabel’s human body.  Will Diane and Ysabel succeed in bringing back their own lives back after the 40-day ordeal fate has brought them?

Directed by Veronica “Roni” Velasco and Mikey Del Rosario, “Pure Love” will also feature Arjo Atayde, Joseph Marco, Aaron Villaflor, Yam Concepcion, and introduceAnna Luna.  Completing the cast are Sunshine Cruz, John Arcilla, Ana Capri, Bart Guingona, Dante Ponce, and Shey Bustamante.

The Filipino Channel (TFC) is set to make its viewers ponder on life, relationships, and death in the upcoming romantic drama series adaptation, “Pure Love” premiering today July 7 on TFC worldwide (July 8 in Australia (Australia Eastern Standard Time [AEST]), New Zealand (New Zealand Eastern Standard Time [NZST], Guam, and Japan).

Do not miss the premiere of the newest Kapamilya romantic drama series, “Pure Love” today July 7 on TFC worldwide (July 8 in Australia, New Zealand, Guam, and Japan).  Catch the series via TFC’s online service, TFC.tv.  Connect with fellow global Filipinos Kapamilyas via www.facebook.com/KapamilyaTFC , and follow @KapamilyaTFC on twitter and instagram.