Bar Boys: After School

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Bar Boys: After School
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Directed by Kip Oebanda
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901 Studios
CountryPhilippines
LanguagesFilipino
English

Bar Boys: After School is an upcoming Philippine comedy-drama film directed by Kip Oebanda. It is a direct sequel of 2017 Bar Boys . It stars Rocco Nacino, Carlo Aquino, Enzo Pineda and Kean Cipriano.

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Synopsis

The story, which is set ten years after the events of the first movie, examines how time affects organizations, relationships, and people. It tells a moving but motivational tale about the unseen price of following one's aspirations.

Cast

Main Cast

Supporting Cast

Additional Cast

Production

Pre-Production

In 2024, Oebanda revealed that he was developing the script for the film. [14] Oebanda cited two main inspirations for the second film: a lawyer affiliated with PISTON who had viewed the first installment, and the death of his and Dulay’s mentor, screenwriter Bing Lao. [15]

Casting

In August 2025, Aquino, [1] Nacino, [2] Pineda, [3] and Cipriano [4] [16] confirmed that they would reprise their roles in the sequel. [17] [10] Reflecting on the sequel’s development, Nacino noted that the story pitch made the cast realize how much the original had resonated with audiences, particularly law students anticipating the follow-up. [18]

Sassa Gurl trained in acting, English, logic, public speaking, and rhetoric to prepare for her role, which was inspired by a class valedictorian from a prestigious law school. [7] She described her character, Trish, as a tribute to the resilience of transgender and gay students who made it through law school. “This character pays respect to those who didn’t hide their identity, who took up space and pushed through despite the ridicule,” she said. [8] Separately, Malvar was offered the role of CJ during the premiere night of Balota , when Oebanda publicly announced her casting in front of the audience. Oebanda later explained to her that the character was inspired by Leni Robredo, which prompted her to accept the role. [8]

During his stint on Pinoy Big Brother (PBB), Ashley was announced as part of the cast. [5] Reportedly, he auditioned for the role two weeks before joining the reality show. [19] He started his acting workshops just two days after finishing his PBB stint. [20] Subsequently, Daez was cast as Ziggy following an audition process that spanned several months and involved more than 70 candidates. [12] Preparatory workshops with Daez commenced in early July. [21]

Filming began on June 29, 2025, [10] [22] along with the announcement of Cabrera joining the cast. [11]

Marketing

The first official teaser for Bar Boys: After School was released on September 1, 2025, through digital platforms under Cinema Bravo. [23] The 56-second teaser was shared across Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, introducing Ashley’s character, Arvin— a working law student balancing his studies and job. The teaser opens with Arvin venting to Torran, played by Nancino, a character from the original film. [24] [25]

References

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  2. 1 2 Mariano, Dianne. "Rocco Nacino returns as Torran in 'Bar Boys: After School'". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
  3. 1 2 "Enzo Pineda to return as Chris in 'Bar Boys' sequel". GMA News Online. June 23, 2025. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
  4. 1 2 "Kean Cipriano to return as Joshua in 'Bar Boys: After School'". GMA News Online. June 5, 2025. Retrieved September 9, 2025.
  5. 1 2 "Will Ashley to star in 'Bar Boys' sequel". GMA News Online. June 29, 2025. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
  6. Mallorca, Hannah (May 28, 2025). "Glaiza de Castro joins 'Bar Boys: After School' cast". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
  7. 1 2 "Sassa Gurl joins cast of 'Bar Boys' sequel". GMA News Online. June 30, 2025. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
  8. 1 2 3 Cruz, Marinel (September 4, 2025). "Meet the new power players of 'Bar Boys 2': Sassa Gurl and Therese Malvar". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved September 9, 2025.
  9. Mallorca, Hannah (May 22, 2025). "Benedix Ramos cast in upcoming film 'Bar Boys' sequel". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
  10. 1 2 3 "Original cast ng Bar Boys, ire-reprise ang roles sa sequel na Bar Boys: After School". PEP.ph. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
  11. 1 2 "Royce Cabrera joins 'Bar Boys' sequel". GMA News Online. June 29, 2025. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
  12. 1 2 "Emilio Daez joins Will Ashley, Klarisse de Guzman in 'Bar Boys: After School'". GMA News Online. August 12, 2025. Retrieved August 12, 2025.
  13. "Klarisse de Guzman joins cast of 'Bar Boys' sequel". Philstar Life. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
  14. Cerezo, Anna (August 4, 2024). "Kip Oebanda reveals sequel of 'Bar Boys' in the works". ABS-CBN.
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  16. Mallorca, Hannah (June 5, 2025). "Rocco Nacino, Kean Cipriano to reprise roles in 'Bar Boys' sequel". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
  17. Wang, Mel (June 30, 2025). "'Bar Boys' is Getting A Sequel: Here's What We Know So Far". rollingstonephilippines.com. Retrieved September 9, 2025.
  18. Cruz, Marinel (August 23, 2025). "Back after school: Kean, Rocco, Enzo and Carlo return for 'Bar Boys' sequel". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved September 9, 2025.
  19. Villanueva, Angelica (July 1, 2025). "Will Ashley joins 'Bar Boys: After School' as struggling law student". Manila Standard. Retrieved July 27, 2025.
  20. "Will Ashley starts acting workshop for 'Bar Boys: After School'". GMA News Online. July 7, 2025. Retrieved September 9, 2025.
  21. Mallorca, Hannah (August 13, 2025). "Emilio Daez joins cast of 'Bar Boys' sequel". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved September 9, 2025.
  22. "'Bar Boys: After School' starts filming". GMA News Online. July 1, 2025. Retrieved July 27, 2025.
  23. Wang, Mel (September 1, 2025). "'Bar Boys: After School' Teaser Spotlights Will Ashley". rollingstonephilippines.com. Retrieved September 26, 2025.
  24. Mallorca, Hannah (September 1, 2025). "Will Ashley bares struggles of a working student in 'Bar Boys: After School' teaser". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved September 26, 2025.
  25. Villanueva, Angelica (September 2, 2025). "Will Ashley pays tribute to working students in 'Bar Boys: After School' teaser". Manila Standard. Retrieved September 26, 2025.